The Panera allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. Panera Bread is a bakery cafe, so wheat is everywhere; the Panera bread allergen menu also flags milk in many soups and breads and tree nuts in a few salads and oatmeal toppings.
This guide covers the Panera allergen menu item by item: the 9 major allergens, a popular items chart, gluten free picks, shared fryers and how to order safely. We check it against the official Panera allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the Panera guide, the Panera menu prices and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the Panera allergen menu?
Panera and the 9 major food allergens
The Panera allergen menu lists milk, eggs, wheat, soy, tree nuts and sesame among its ingredients, while peanuts are not used as ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
Panera allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at Panera? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Cheese, creamy soups, croissants, some breads, smoothies |
| Eggs | Used | Egg sandwiches, chicken noodle soup |
| Wheat | Used | Breads, bagels, pastries, pasta, croutons |
| Soy | Used | Some breads and dressings |
| Peanuts | Not used | No peanut items listed |
| Tree nuts | Used | Walnuts and pecans on select salads and oatmeal |
| Fish | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
| Shellfish | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
| Sesame | Used | Sesame bagel and some breads |
Chart
Panera allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The Panera allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in Panera's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
Panera allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| Broccoli Cheddar Soup | Milk, wheat |
| Mac and Cheese | Milk, wheat |
| Chicken Noodle Soup | Egg, wheat |
| Fuji Apple Salad | Tree nuts (pecans), milk (cheese) |
| Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad | Tree nuts, egg |
| Turkey sandwich on sourdough | Wheat |
| Everything bagel | Wheat, sesame |
| Croissant | Milk, wheat, egg |
| Apple side | None of the 9 |
| Steel cut oatmeal | Ask about nut toppings |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is Panera gluten free?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Panera is not a gluten free bakery, but salads without croutons, some soups and fruit sides are made without wheat; cross contact with flour is likely.
Panera gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Salads without croutons | No wheat | Check dressing |
| Turkey Chili and some soups | No wheat | Ask for the current list |
| Apple or fruit side | Yes | |
| Breads and bagels | No | Contain wheat |
| Mac and cheese | No | Contains wheat |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at Panera with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at Panera: sourdough, baguette, sandwiches without cheese, fruit for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
Panera allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Sourdough, baguette, sandwiches without cheese, fruit | Creamy soups, cheese, croissants, smoothies |
| Egg free | Most breads, salads without egg | Egg sandwiches, chicken noodle soup |
| Peanut and tree nut | Most items; order salads without nuts | Walnut and pecan salads, nut toppings |
| Sesame free | Plain bagel, sourdough | Sesame and everything bagels |
| Gluten free | Salads without croutons, some soups | Breads, pasta |
| Vegan | Sourdough, baguette, fruit, salads without cheese | Cheese, cream soups |
Cross contact
Does Panera have a fryer or shared bakery equipment?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
Panera has no deep fryer, but it is a bakery where flour, nuts and sesame are handled every day, so cross contact is possible.
Panera fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Fryer | None |
| Flour | Used throughout the bakery |
| Nuts | Walnuts and pecans on select items |
How to order
How do you order safely from the Panera allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the Panera allergen menu, check the official guide first, tell the staff about your allergy, ask for fresh gloves and keep your order simple.
- 1
Check the official guide
Open the latest Panera allergen guide before you go.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say you have a food allergy at the start of your order.
- 3
Ask for fresh gloves
Ask the team to change gloves and use clean utensils.
- 4
Skip shared fryer items
Fried foods can share oil with allergens.
- 5
Keep it simple
Fewer sauces and toppings mean fewer hidden allergens on the Panera allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official Panera allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official Panera allergen menu information is published by Panera online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: Panera nutrition and allergen info. Searching for the Panera Bread allergen menu? It is the same Panera guide summarized here.
Since July 1, 2026, California requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations to disclose the 9 major allergens for every standard menu item. Learn more in our California allergen menu law guide, or compare chains on our restaurant allergen menus hub.
Tips
Panera allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the Panera allergen menu well, check it every visit, avoid shared fryer items if your allergy is severe, and order simple items without sauces.
- 1
Check every visit
Recipes change during the year.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say allergy, not preference.
- 3
Fresh gloves
Ask for a glove change.
- 4
Skip sauces
Sauces hide many allergens.
- 5
Ask about fryers
No fryer.
- 6
Use the app
Many apps show allergens.
- 7
Go off peak
Staff have more time.
- 8
Carry medicine
Bring your epinephrine.
Explore
Explore other allergen menus
Allergen guides for other popular chains
Eating out with a food allergy? These chains publish allergen information too, each with gluten free, dairy free and nut free picks.
Five Guys
Gluten free: Lettuce wrap, friesView allergen menu →
Arby's
Gluten free: Very limitedView allergen menu →
Whataburger
Gluten free: Lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
Jimmy John's
Gluten free: Unwich lettuce wrapView allergen menu →
Burger King
Gluten free: No GF bunsView allergen menu →
Popeyes
Gluten free: Naked tenders, riceView allergen menu →Explore
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FAQ
Panera allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does Panera have an allergen menu?
Yes. Panera publishes allergen information online, and this Panera allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is Panera gluten free?
Panera is not a gluten free bakery, but salads without croutons, some soups and fruit sides are made without wheat; cross contact with flour is likely.
Q3Does Panera use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Panera has no deep fryer, but it is a bakery where flour, nuts and sesame are handled every day, so cross contact is possible.
Q4What can I eat at Panera with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include sourdough, baguette, sandwiches without cheese, fruit.
Q5Is the Panera allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The Panera allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the Panera allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is Panera safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Most items; order salads without nuts. Always confirm with staff.
Q7Is the Panera Bread allergen menu the same as the Panera allergen menu?
Yes. The Panera Bread allergen menu and the Panera allergen menu are the same official guide, and this page covers both.
