Panera Bread Mac & Cheese - 16oz
$7.49 ($0.47/ounce)
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Guests are saying
The reviews reflect a mix of experiences with this mac and cheese product, highlighting its creamy texture and convenience for quick meals. Many guests appreciate the flavor reminiscent of restaurant quality, making it a go-to option for busy days. However, concerns about the portion size, high sodium content, and inconsistent quality have led some to feel disappointed. Overall, it remains a popular choice for those seeking comfort food at home.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.3 out of 5 stars with 697 reviews
quality: 3.81 out of 5
taste: 3.78 out of 5
value: 3.48 out of 5
67% would recommend
172 recommendations
1 out of 5 stars
26 October, 2026
(no review title)
Quite honestly comparable to the nastiest, most expensive hospital food out there. It tastes like they spent .20 cents making it. The noodles are rubber mush and cheese is plastic unflavored slime.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
23 October, 2026Verified purchase
DONT CHANGE THIS ANYMORE/FILL THE BOWL UP2 TOP AGAIN
This used to be a favorite of mine. the company seems to be arrogant because they know how good the sauce flavor is thinkjng they can do whatever they want to it and we still get it anyway but I MISS the old noodles. these BIG OVERSIZED BULKY noodles take away from the experience for me. as long as the flavor of sauce doesnt change i still buy it just way less often now. and its also EXTREMELY high priced for the small amount u get. when i used to buy it before the mac n cheese sauce would actually smush onto the lid because the bowl used to be FULLER. now the lid has been super clean for about a year or two since THEY DONT BOTHER TO BARELY FILL THE BOWL TO THE TOP ANY LONGER. getting less and PAYING MORE FOR lower Quality😣🤬 some call it shrink or skimpflation I CALL IT HIGHWAY ROBBERY in hommage to our elders. Thats what they would have said and i agree with them.
From Blount Customer Care team
I am so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your Panera Mac & Cheese. We would like to hear more about your experience and let our quality Team know where we missed the mark. Please call us at 800-274-2526. When you reach out, reference case 1120529. We hope to hear from you and look forward to assisting you.
6 days ago
5 out of 5 stars
20 October, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Quick lunch when needed! Super yummy.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
18 October, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Tastes good, but it was already a bit overpriced a few years ago. Price increase + shrinkflation = bad product.
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
22 September, 2026
Mehhhh
Was looking for Bob Evans (I know what you're thinking, how bourgeois of me, but B.E. is good standard, old fashioned, tastes homemade), settled for this. I thought, "Wow! Cool!" but nah....very bland, the shells are nice, the sauce isn't runny, just no flavor, lots of sodium (read the label, I didn't at first). It's not terrible, just not outstanding. Guess Target quit carrying Bob Evans.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
2 September, 2026Verified purchase
Gross texture
I enjoy the smaller containers but for whatever reason the big containers (this item) has an entirely different texture to it? Also, I know this is a convenience item but why does it have an entire days worth of sodium in it?
From Blount Customer Care team
Hi Holly, I’m sorry to hear you were disappointed with our Mac & Cheese. We would really appreciate the opportunity to speak with you further about your experience and learn more about what happened. When you have a moment, please give our Customer Care Team a call at 800-274-2526 or email us at customercare@blountfinefoods.com. Please use reference #1117417 when contacting us. We look forward to speaking with you and appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
2 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
15 August, 2026Verified purchase
yum!
this is my favorite. I take it for lunch everyday. Just as good as in the restaurant
5 out of 5 stars
13 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Always yum!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
9 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
My grandkids love Panera mac and cheese. Its great that I can purchase several and give to them anytime without having to go to Panera. Tastes just like we get at Panera
3 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
26 July, 2026Verified purchase
Happy for a while..but
I use to love these and happy to be able to get them at Target since I'm not able to travel much but the taste has changed. Everyones tastes buds are different so good luck.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
2 July, 2026Verified purchase
terrible
gross chemical taste, tried to get past it but was so overpowering
From Blount Customer Care team
Hi Jessica, We're so sorry to hear about your experience and would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you. When you have a moment, please give our Customer Care Team a call at 800-274-2526 or email us at customercare@blountfinefoods.com. Please use 1114522 as your reference number when you contact us so we can better assist you. We look forward to hearing from you
4 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
16 June, 2026
plastic, icky
tasted oddly of plastic. not sure why I ate it.
From Blount Customer Care team
Hi Kaitlin, We're sorry to hear that we missed the mark with this product. We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you about your experience. Please give our Customer Care Team a call at 800-274-2526 or email us at customercare@blountfinefoods.com. When you contact us, please reference case #1113431 so we can better assist you. We look forward to hearing from you.
5 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
25 May, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Seemed lacking, not a quality item.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 May, 2026
Yuck.
Tastes like plastic. The pasta is a weird texture, it never gets soft no matter how long you cook it. Just gross.
From Blount Customer Care team
Hi Hilary, we’re sorry to hear the Panera Mac & Cheese missed the mark. What you described is not the experience we want our customers to have. Our Panera Mac & Cheese should have a creamy, rich cheese sauce with tender pasta that holds its shape while still being soft and enjoyable to eat. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We would like to hear more about your experience so our Quality Team can review this. Please contact our Customer Care team at 800-274-2526 and reference case #1111410 so we can learn more and assist further.
6 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
24 April, 2026
(no review title)
This tastes nothing like the Mac and cheese from Panera. It literally tastes like the plastic container it is in. Disgusting, waste of $7
From Blount Customer Care team
Hello Gabriellesimone, Seems like we missed the mark on this product. We would like to speak with you about your experience. Please call us at Customer Care 800-274-2526 or email us at customercare@blountfinefoods.com and use reference # 1110887. We look forward to speaking with you.
6 months ago
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
12 April, 2026Verified purchase
Pass!
Too much sodium, difficult microwave instructions, heavy sauce and unidentifiable pasta shapes.
From Blount Customer Care team
We’re sorry to hear about your experience with our Mac & Cheese. This is not the quality we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. It sounds like something may have missed the mark with the pasta quality. Our Quality Team would like to investigate this further. Please give our Customer Care team a call at 800-274-2526 and reference case number 1110045 so we can assist you directly. Thank you for your feedback.
7 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
21 March, 2026Verified purchase
Yum
Our kids love this and its nice to have to save you on a week night when time is tight. We like to heat ours on stove vs microwave.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
19 March, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
love it
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
17 March, 2026Verified purchase
Grainy and less flavor
Grain texture and curdled. The flavor is missing and not that strong. Texture is not the same as I have had before.
From Blount Customer Care team
Hi Alex, we’re really sorry to hear about your recent experience with our Panera Bread Mac & Cheese. What you described isn’t the quality we aim to deliver, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We’d like to make this right, so please reach out to our Customer Care team at 800-274-2526. When you contact us, your case number is 1109047. We look forward to speaking with you.
7 months ago
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
3 March, 2026Verified purchase
Fav mac and cheese
Love!! tastes just like getting it at the restaurant.
From Blount Customer Care team
Hey Inbeers, thank you for sharing the love. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the Mac!
8 months ago