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Search among the top 10,053 café & restaurant brands by number of locations
Search among the top café & restaurant brands by number of locations
In Cafe & Restaurants
·May – Jul 25
Panera Bread is in the top 1% of brands
Sample of brands in the same percentile
See what factors influence Panera Bread performance in the United States and how they change over time
See what factors influence Panera Bread performance in the United States and how they change over time
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An analysis of Panera Bread' competitors in the United States
An analysis of Panera Bread' competitors in the United States
Top-5 brands that brand's customers also visit
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Search among the top 10,053 café & restaurant brands by number of locations
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Market Performance reveals brand strength and customer preference in a competitive industry, showing how well a brand captures foot traffic.
Panera Bread's Market Performance is at the 99th percentile, indicating a leading position. This suggests strong customer preference and competitive strength. Performance peers in the same percentile range include Buffalo Wild Wings, Keke's Breakfast Cafe, Hardee's, Panda Express, Rainforest Cafe, and Jack in the Box.
CSAT reflects customer happiness, revealing service quality and loyalty, crucial for retention and positive word-of-mouth, directly impacting revenue.
Panera Bread's overall CSAT is 58%, a decrease of 0.7 percentage points year-over-year. Mississippi shows the highest CSAT at 84% with significant growth. The CSAT trend shows fluctuations between April and June 2025, with a peak in June. This suggests regional variations in customer experience.
Average Check is a key revenue indicator, showing customer spend per visit. Tracking trends helps optimize pricing and promotions for increased profitability.
Panera Bread's overall average check is $17.40, a 0.3% increase year-over-year. New Mexico has the highest average check at $22.90. The average check fluctuated between April and June 2025, with a slight decrease overall. This data can inform pricing strategy adjustments.
Outlet count indicates brand reach and expansion. Tracking location performance guides strategic decisions about market penetration and resource allocation.
Panera Bread has the most outlets in California (198), followed by Florida (195). Ohio and New York follow with 135 and 130 respectively. Outlet distribution indicates market focus; California and Florida appear to be key markets.
Competitor analysis identifies key rivals. Understanding cross-visitation reveals shared customer base and informs competitive strategies for market share.
Panera Bread's top competitors based on cross-visitation are McDonald's (17.21%), Starbucks (9.61%), Chick-fil-A (8.61%), Taco Bell (7.18%), and Wendy's (7.08%). This reveals the brands commonly visited by Panera Bread customers.
Traffic Workload reveals peak hours, enabling staffing and resource optimization to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency during busy times.
Panera Bread experiences peak traffic between 12:00 PM (80.52) and 1:00 PM (77.07). Traffic starts increasing significantly at 6:00 AM, peaking midday, and gradually decreasing after 2:00 PM. This suggests a need for optimized staffing during lunch hours.
Consumer segments highlight key demographics. Gender and generational insights enable targeted campaigns, improving marketing ROI by resonating with specific groups.
Panera Bread's customer base shows a higher affinity among women (103%) compared to men (97%). Gen X shows a high affinity (118%), while Gen Y (83%) and Gen Z (76%) are under-indexed. Marketing may focus on Gen X and strategies to engage Gen Y and Z.