Panera Bread store closures: See a list of shuttered locations as the fast-casual chain charts 2026 growth

Panera Bread store closures: See a list of shuttered locations as the fast-casual chain charts 2026 growth

Six months into a turnaround plan that includes a refreshed menu and a renewed commitment to the customer experience, Panera Bread is growing at a healthy clip. So far in 2026, the fast-casual has opened 23 new bakery-cafes, including 15 company-owned locations and eight franchised ones, a spokesperson told Fast Company. And at least 25 additional locations are expected to open before the year is out. The growing footprint comes after CEO Paul C…