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Panes Bread Cafe

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Lakeview, Chicago

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Panes Bread Cafe

8.5^/10

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"Pollo Diablo and Turkey Turkey are both incredible."(7 Tips)
"Sloppy Pollo and Roasted Beef"(4 Tips)
"also the turkey turkey is great, only cash no credit or debit."(4 Tips)
"Ham & cheese on sweet french bread is my favorite."(3 Tips)

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good for a quick meal
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good for singles
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Colin KleinFebruary 19, 2018
Soup portions are huge for only $3.50, and come with delicious bread! Cream of tomato is perfect for a rainy day.
Derek KucyndaOctober 19, 2012
Sandwiches are on a whole 'nother level here! Fresh homemade bread (mmmm Tomato Focaccia) and deliciously decadent cookies! Excellent soup and sides (just avoid the dry quesadillas). It's BYOB too!
Shelly BurkeSeptember 2, 2017
Been here 25+ times
They have daily specials plus their regular menu. Free water to your left, make coffee fresh as it is ordered, bathrooms downstairs. In the summer, they offer outdoor seating! Parking is limited here!
So Lux Med SpaJuly 31, 2013
Of all the neighborhood cafés in Chicago, this one holds a special place in my heart. Try the "Pollo Diablo," and remember this it's cash only! (A stop by the ATM is worth it, promise).
Mark ThorburnApril 23, 2013
For Arizonans, this is a smaller, more local version of Beyond Bread, aka awesomeness in a sandwich. Also have salads and pastas, great cookies, and good looking desserts
Josh WJuly 12, 2015
Absolutely outstanding sandwiches. Pollo Diablo and Turkey Turkey are both incredible. Highly recommended if you're in the mood for sandwiches.
Lauren P.June 11, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ham & cheese on sweet french bread is my favorite. Salty & sweet. Looking for a perfect summer desert? Get the baked lemon pudding with blueberries on top. To die for.
Patrick BaskinSeptember 5, 2014
Amazing sandwich place (pasta is great too), cheap and definitely one of the best lunch spots in Chicago
Toni BaezMay 18, 2012
Omg best sanwiches everrrr! My aunt and I split the Sloppy Pollo and Roasted Beef, both were excellent. Excited to come back and try more
jenny beneventoApril 1, 2010
Been here 50+ times
The sweet French is like bread candy. The roasted beef is my go to, but I also love the oxacan pork. Smoky pasta is great. Always get their crabcakes if available. I don't love their desserts.
Linda FelterJanuary 17, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Best sandwiches in Chicago. Try something different each time - Don't limit yourself!
Matthew PatchakJune 27, 2013
The pizza is great for 5 bucks!! BUT be prepared to wait 30 mins. Order ahead during busy times!
Jim PhillipsNovember 4, 2014
Great sandwiches. I get the Oaxacan Pork but all of them are good.
Rémy Thenot-SiegelFebruary 18, 2010
The Oxacan Pork sandwich is my favorite. The Spicy Philly is good too (get it on the tomato foccacia). Can get busy at lunch time.They deliver if you're feeling lazy.
Sam WingSeptember 22, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Oaxacan pork is the sandwich. Chicken tortilla is the salad. Discussion over.
Matt PlockOctober 16, 2017
also the turkey turkey is great, only cash no credit or debit.
Steve MOctober 9, 2012
Been here 25+ times
One of the best BLTs in the city, the sweet French bread puts it over the top.
Shawna MMarch 5, 2011
The BLT w/cheese is absolute bacon goodness! A must order on a day they also have tomato soup!
Bill SchutteAugust 29, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Chicken Feta Salad is amazing. Great food at an awesome price!
Kelly NashMay 13, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Pompazo is the best!! Also remember to bring cash, as they don't accept credit cards!
Jason NovakAugust 17, 2013
First place I've been to in a while that has really good healthy sandwiches!
Alex RosenAugust 6, 2011
The chickeb club is awesome. Get it on French Bread and it will rock your world.
Kelly KniewelJune 28, 2011
Been here 10+ times
They don't have it everyday but their wheat bread is phenom. Ask for it. It's especially tasty on the grilled cheese special.
Dennis PuhrJanuary 1, 2013
I always order the Oaxcan Pork sandwich. One of my favorite sandwiches.
Matt PlockOctober 16, 2017
The Oaxaca sandwich was amazing!!
ChanthanaApril 12, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The feta chicken salad is so tasty! Bread is so fresh and delicious. I can eat a whole basket of it by myself.
ally YuraAugust 21, 2014
Tortilla salad, soups, Sammies are all fab
Danielle SimonettiJune 1, 2013
While cookies are ok, the lady who works here is a super bitch. Doesn't tell you it is cash only till you are handed your bag then gives you a dirty look & swears at you when you only have your card.
Ray ShipleySeptember 1, 2013
Fantastic sandwiches at reasonable prices.
jonasMay 16, 2012
Been here 10+ times
I really want to try something else but I cant stop getting blt with cheddar!
Elliott ThomasDecember 24, 2009
Been here 25+ times
Order the Pollo Diablo, and never, ever, ever leave without getting a monster cookie.
Jackie QuintanaJuly 1, 2013
Always a good decision! Try the truffles :)
Danielle MarksAugust 9, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Only takes cash or check! There's an atm in the cafe.
Playbook AdvisoryAugust 4, 2017
Place your order by phone for faster service...great lunch spot
Jonathon FelterJuly 10, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Best cheap sandwich in Chicago.
Adam BetzoldDecember 1, 2010
heaven forbid you don't want chips as a side. no substitutions for a healthier alternative.
Kevin DulinAugust 8, 2014
The Popular was very good
Ramsey WeberApril 15, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Cash only! Love their sunny California sandwich!
Garrett JeffsDecember 28, 2021
Great daily sandwich
Greg KulagaMay 3, 2014
This place rocked! Espresso cake FTW
KellyMay 13, 2010
Go here and get the Turkey Turkey sandwich, you will never be dissapointed. Plus, it's only $5!
Shannon B.June 21, 2011
Locally owned & the prices can't be beat! Literally.
Sara JohnsonJune 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Cream of broccoli soup is too good for its own good
Tom BrandtMay 6, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Pompazo: extra crispy, pepper jack, sweet French. Do it!
Daniel BernardoAugust 25, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The Rosemary bread is incredible! Can do vegan sandwiches.
radstarrAugust 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get the Pollo Diablo!
Aaron SweattJune 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Super panes or sloppy pollo with muenster cheese
Roger SerranoAugust 20, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The pastas are really good... love their sauces
Alejandro EnriquezMarch 5, 2013
Pollo Diablo! Nuff said!
Dave ClarkSeptember 25, 2010
Been here 5+ times
One of the best neighborhood sandwich shops in Chicago.

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