Every plant-based option at Panera with prices, calorie counts, and the exact modifications you need to order. We checked every ingredient list so you do not have to. 18+ items that are vegan or easily made vegan, plus the items that look vegan but are not.
These are the top-rated vegan options at Panera Bread. Some are vegan as-is, others need a simple modification like removing cheese.
Remove Feta 
Vegan 
Remove Feta 
Vegan 
No Chicken/Cheese 
Vegan 
NOT Vegan 
Vegan Bread is the trickiest part of ordering vegan at Panera. Some breads look similar but have very different ingredients.
Every vegan and vegan-modifiable item at Panera Bread with prices, calories, and what to change.
| Item | Category | Price | Calories | Status | Modification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Squash Soup | Soup | $5.49 | 170 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Cream of Tomato Soup | Soup | $5.49 | 230 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich | Sandwich | $8.69 | 480 cal | Modify | Remove feta, use sourdough |
| Greek Salad | Salad | $9.79 | 390 cal | Modify | Remove feta, balsamic dressing |
| Fuji Apple Salad | Salad | $10.69 | 360 cal | Modify | No chicken, no gorgonzola |
| Mediterranean Bowl | Bowl | $10.49 | 420 cal | Modify | Remove feta cheese |
| French Baguette | Bread | $2.99 | 180 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Sourdough Bread Bowl | Bread | +$1.99 | 590 cal | Vegan | Pair with vegan soup |
| Apple | Side | $1.49 | 80 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Kettle Chips | Side | $1.29 | 160 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Charged Lemonade (all 3) | Drink | $4.29+ | 260 cal | Vegan | None needed |
| Hot Coffee (black) | Drink | $2.59 | 5 cal | Vegan | Use oat/almond milk |
| Iced Tea | Drink | $2.99 | 0 cal | Vegan | None needed |
Dressing is where most people accidentally break their vegan order. Here is the definitive list.
These combos and hacks will make your vegan Panera experience much better than just ordering a plain salad.
Pair the vegan Autumn Squash Soup with a sourdough bread bowl. Both are vegan. You get a warm, filling meal for under $8. The sourdough adds 590 calories of substance.
Choose a half Cream of Tomato Soup with a half Greek Salad (no feta, balsamic dressing). Two vegan items in one combo meal. Great value at the You Pick Two price.
Remove the feta from the Mediterranean Bowl. Ask for extra hummus (sometimes they will add it). The lemon tahini dressing is vegan and ties it all together.
All Sip Club drinks (coffee, tea, lemonade, Charged Lemonade) are vegan. Stack a free drink with your vegan meal to save $3 to $5 per visit.
Panera offers oat milk and almond milk for coffee and lattes. Ask for it when ordering any coffee drink. This turns a non-vegan latte into a vegan-safe option.
The Panera app lets you customize every ingredient. You can remove cheese, swap dressings, and choose bread types without any miscommunication. Fewer mistakes than ordering at the counter.
These are the most common mistakes vegans make when ordering at Panera. Every one of these contains hidden dairy or eggs.
The most popular soup at Panera contains cream and cheddar cheese. Not vegan, not even close. Stick to Autumn Squash or Cream of Tomato instead.
Obviously contains dairy. But some people ask about it. Panera does not offer a vegan mac alternative. The closest vegan comfort food is the bread bowl soup combo.
Looks like simple bread but contains dairy. Many people assume all bread is vegan. At Panera, only French Baguette, Sourdough, and Country Rustic are safe.
Every baked good at Panera contains dairy and/or eggs. No vegan cookies, muffins, or scones exist on the current menu. A fresh apple is your best vegan dessert option.
Removing the chicken does not make it vegan. The Caesar dressing contains parmesan, anchovies, and eggs. The croutons may also contain dairy. This salad is not modifiable to vegan.
The most popular bagel at Panera contains dairy in both the dough and the cinnamon crunch topping. Only Plain and Sesame bagels are vegan-safe.
Important information for strict vegans and those with dairy allergies.
Order smarter and avoid mistakes with these practical tips.
The Panera app shows every ingredient and lets you remove items. Fewer mistakes than ordering verbally at the counter.
When ordering a sandwich, say "on Sourdough" or "on French Baguette." If you do not specify, they might use ciabatta or brioche which contain dairy.
Get your salad dressing on the side so you can verify it is the vegan-safe option. If they put the wrong dressing on, the entire salad is no longer vegan.
Cheese is the default on most Panera items. Say "no cheese" when ordering any salad, sandwich, or bowl. Do not assume they will remember from a previous order.
Before leaving the counter, open your bag and verify there is no cheese on your salad or sandwich. Mistakes happen, and catching them early saves a trip back.
Join the Sip Club for free vegan drinks. Charged Lemonades ($4.29 value) are vegan and pair well with any vegan meal.
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