How to get a free bagel from Panera? Deal details explored

Numerous restaurants and food chains across the U.S. celebrated National Bagel Day on January 15, 2025, by offering various deals and promotions.

Bruegger's Bagels offered a free bagel & cream cheese for its new reward members; selected McDonald’s locations offered a bagel sandwich for $2 during breakfast hours, while Target offered its customers a $1 discount on purchasing Canyon Bakery Bread bagels.

Similarly, Panera Bread also hopped on the bandwagon to celebrate the festive spirit. The company will be offering a free bagel with cream cheese to its MyPanera Reward members on ordering the new Asiago Bagel Stack sandwich in the wake of National Bagel Day. The offer will be running from January 15, 2025, to January 21, 2025.

This special offer is a part of Panera’s “Bagel Bash,” which features new lunch options priced at $7.99. It includes three “crave-worthy” options like Chicken Roma, Spicy Steak, and Zesty Tuscan.

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How to redeem the National Bagel Day offer by Panera Bread?

To claim a free bagel from Panera Bread, ensure that you are a member of the MyPanera Rewards Program. If you are not a member, you can become one by signing up with your name, phone number, and email address on Panera Bread’s official website or app.

Also, you will get your free bagel on your next visit if only you purchase an item from Panera’s new Asiago Bagel Stack lunch sandwiches. These limited-time bagel sandwiches come in three flavors: Chicken Roma, Spicy Steak, and Zesty Tuscan. But, make sure that you select the reward when placing your order, as it won’t be automatically applied.

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Are there any current deals and promotions offered by Panera Bread?

Yes, Panera Bread is offering several promotional deals for its loyal customers.

Unlimited Sip Club Promotion –

Customers who join the Unlimited Sip Club will be able to get access to 20+ beverages from Panera’s menu. In addition, you can enjoy two months free when signing up for the club by January 20, 2025. The drinks that are included in this offer include Iced & Hot Coffee, Iced & Hot Teas, and Fountain Drinks. Plus, unlimited free delivery, surprise savings, Sip Club Saturday Deals, and much more.

Discounts -

MyPanera reward members might score $5 off their orders if priced over $15. The offer is valid until January 21, 2025. There is also a buy one get one for $5 deal that applies to soups, salads, and sandwiches until the same date.

Recently, Panera Bread announced that it has introduced new culinary and marketing leaders. It has brought a culinary executive, Scott Uehlein from Papa John's, and a marketer, Robin Seward from Subway.

Mark Shambura, Panera’s CMO, said in a statement,

“I am excited to welcome Robin and Scott to an already stellar group of marketing leaders at Panera.”

He added,

“They will be instrumental as we focus on innovating this year through our marketing strategy and our menu offerings. I’m thrilled for them to join the team and look forward to what’s coming next.”

Panera Bread was founded in 1987 by Ken and Linda Rosenthal in Kirkwood, Missouri. It was initially referred to as St. Louis Bread Company but rebranded its name in 1997. Currently, there are over 2000 locations across the U.S. and Canada.