Panera has just debuted a new lineup of summertime wraps and sandwiches, which include savory offerings such as the Chipotle Bacon Melt and Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich.
Hot on the heels of its wildly popular coffee subscription program, Panera has debuted another value-focused offering. The chain's new lineup of summertime sandwiches and wraps are all priced under $10 each. There are four tasty new sandwiches to choose from, including the Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich, Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich, and Chipotle Bacon Melt. There's also the new Bacon, Scrambled Egg & Tomato Wrap. To round out the summer menu, Panera is also bringing back its fan-favorite BBQ Chicken Salad, which is made with a tangy apple cider vinegar BBQ sauce.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Value-priced Summer Sandwiches
- Panera's new lineup of summertime sandwiches and wraps are priced to offer value at under $10 each.
- Savory Wraps and Sandwiches
- Panera's savory summer lineup includes options like the Chipotle Bacon Melt and Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich.
- Popular Menu Revivals
- Panera is bringing back fan-favorite items like the BBQ Chicken Salad to their summer menu.
Where This Applies
- Fast Casual Restaurants
- Fast casual restaurants like Panera are innovating with value-priced menu items and popular menu revivals to attract budget-conscious diners.
- Quick Service Restaurants
- Quick service restaurants can create savory and affordable summer sandwich options to cater to busy diners.
- Ready-to-eat Food Suppliers
- Suppliers of ready-to-eat food can innovate with new recipes and flavor combinations to attract customers looking for quick and tasty meals.
