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2011 Awards & Recognition
Our fresh breads, bakery products, soups and sandwiches are often voted the "best of" in the markets where our bakery-cafes are located. We think these awards are the most inspiring demonstrations of the Panera Bread concept.
Casual Dining Brand of the Year
- Harris Poll EquiTrend®
Panera Bread named Casual Dining Brand of the Year
Best Salads and Top Rated Facilities
- Zagat
Panera Bread was awarded #1 ranking for Best Salads and Top Rated Facilities (for chain restaurants with less than 5,000 outlets) by Zagat, the trusted restaurant review service, in its annual consumer-generated 2011 Fast-Food Survey
Significant Contributor to Industry
- MUFSO Pioneer Award
Panera Bread Founder and Executive Chairman of the Board Ron Shaich honored with this award for being one of the most significant contributors in the history of the food service industry
Innovation
- Nation’s Restaurant News MenuMasters Innovator Award
Panera Bread Executive Vice President and Chief Concept Officer Scott Davis honored