T7: Chain
Panera
Clean-label fast casual with transparent nutrition and solid protein options.
Panera positions itself as the 'clean' fast-casual chain, and their nutritional transparency is genuinely helpful for macro tracking. Their bowls and salads can hit 30-40g protein, and their breakfast is underrated for early-morning protein loading.
Menu Intelligence
Menu Items 5
Avg P:E Score 6.1
Menu Matrix
ID
Name
Type
Protein
Calories
P:E
Top Picks
1 45g
Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
High calorie but very high protein. Ask for half the cheese to save 100 calories.
2 31g
Mediterranean Bowl with Chicken
Closest to a healthy meal prep bowl at any chain. Well-balanced macros.
3 28g
Power Breakfast Sandwich (Steak & Egg)
Best protein-per-calorie breakfast at Panera. Real steak, real egg, whole grain bread.