Panera Bread plans to open a restaurant in Sartell next year.

A company spokesperson confirmed Panera's plans on Tuesday but did not share an address or any other details.

Sartell Mayor Ryan Fitzthum recently revealed that the restaurant is expected to be built at the intersection of Riverside Avenue South and Highway 15, near Chipotle and Starbucks.

During his 2025 state of the city address last week, Fitzthum called the Panera a "key project" that the city has been working on, as he previewed new businesses opening in Sartell over the next few years.

The mayor also highlighted new Niron Magnetics plant that's expected to create at least 175 jobs, per a St. Cloud Times report.

Panera's website currently lists 32 locations through Minnesota, including in St. Cloud, about four miles so

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