Worthington Place Panera.

It has been a few months since my last Panera review. As it is Christmas Eve, it seems natural to blog about the latest and final Columbus area Panera on my list...that is until another Panera crops up somerwhere.

Exterior shot.

Here's my review:
Date visited: Saturday, September 22
Those in attendence: Mother and myself
Time of day: 7:30ish
Items ordered: Me: Mediterranean egg white sandwich + acai/unsweet tea
Mother: Cinnamon crunch bagel + hazelnut coffee

I forgot to sub whole grain for ciabatta. Still good.

What do I love about this particular cafe? First of all, I love the layout. Unlike many Panera cafes, this particular cafe has several nooks and crannies throughout. It is less of an open layout, so it allows for more privacy. So whether you need to get some work done on your laptop or want to dine with friends, this Panera location will give you the privacy you need.

Nook and cranny #1

Nook and cranny #2

Second thing I love about this location is the patio. Why? It's large and inviting. Sadly the weather was not cooperating with us this trip, so I couldn't test out my theory.

Moving onto my RANDOM NOTES:

• Bathroom confusion. There is no sign to indicate where the restrooms are located. It is confusing. A simple sign would do the trick.

• Spillage. A bit of a mishap at the fountain drink area. Apparently a sign seemed to fix the problem versus a mop...as it sat like that our entire visit.

• Awesome table. I haven't seen one like this before at a Panera. But what a great idea. Perfect for larger groups.

• The Shops at Worthington Place. Some of you may remember the old Worthington Mall. Well, it has gone under a major renovation, and is now "The Shops at Worthington Place." Worth checking out again. And if you are not in the mood for Panera...they do have a First Watch. Which is pretty darn amazing. Don't worry Panera, I still like you more.