Simply put, it means, "from good bread." Good bread is the foundation of a good meal. It is the key to a handcrafted sandwich, the essence of a sweet pastry, and the best way to turn a soup or salad into a meal. We pride ourselves on being a gourmet convenience where you live and work that offers good bread as the cornerstone of our marketplace.
We're not here to tell you what's good for you to eat, that's your choice. From delicious meals, to satisfying snacks or wholesome treats, food should always taste good, no matter if that choice is indulgent or nutritious; because life is about balance. A nourishing, delicious, balance. Au Bon Pain: From Good Bread.
We're not here to tell you what's good for you to eat, that's your choice. From delicious meals, to satisfying snacks or wholesome treats, food should always taste good, no matter if that choice is indulgent or nutritious; because life is about balance. A nourishing, delicious, balance. Au Bon Pain: From Good Bread.
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At Au Bon Pain, we believe eating well is very important. What you eat should be nutritious AND delicious.which is why we are working to provide the right balance for you. Whether you want healthful dishes, refreshing drinks, nutrition packed snacks, complete meals, or from time to time, an indulgent treat, you can be sure your choice is flavorful and of the highest quality.
All of our flavorful food is prepared fresh daily by professional catering employees and delivered on time with attention to detail and presentation. Whether delivered to your home or office, our sweet and savory fare including soups, crisp fresh salads and innovative sandwich choices will impress your guests - and your taste buds!
From good bread to great people, Au Bon Pain has both! We are always looking for great team members to join our team. Whether you are searching for your first job or looking to grow in a management leadership position, we have many opportunities. ABP people are comfortable and happy working in a fast paced environment.
We're working to provide our guests the most enjoyable experience. Was there something we could have done differently to make your experience more enjoyable? Or would you like to take a moment to compliment a cafe employee? It's important to us that you know we've heard you. If you would like us to respond to you by email please be sure to include your email address.
Easy and convenient, our Au Bon Pain gift cards make a great gift for a friend or even for yourself! Au Bon Pain gift cards are redeemable for purchases of food and beverages at participating Au Bon Pain cafes. Similar to a debit card, you can add value online or in cafes. Your giftcard balance will appear on your cafe receipt or you can easily check your balance and account activity online or by phone.
Reviews (18)
Tracye G.
Jan 10, 2020
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I come here regularly; however, today i was discriminated against by the ManagerLatino female Someone had spilled fluids onthe floor by the lemonade it was a significant amount which trickled onto my new boots upon realization, i stopped and got a napkin to get water to dampen the area immediately to prevent a permanent stain while bending down to soak the area, the manager come around behind me She then, in an accusatory tone says, "stop youcan"t just get stuff from the machine!" i responded, I beg your pardon?" She continues to rant on as if i had done something
Tor W.
Oct 02, 2019
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I used to frequent this place years ago in Philadelphia when I was a young, broke, legal secretary who just graduated from college. It was a luxury for me to get goodies from here but I was never disappointed in the food and selections offered. Fast forward to now where I'm now in Maryland and I'm still young (but 10 times removed from young), semi-broke, event manger (career change) who is still paying loans from my college days and I came upon this location in Union Station during my travels to and from work on the Metro.
This place does still offer the same delectable treats that
This place does still offer the same delectable treats that
Laura M.
Sep 12, 2019
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Check your food before you buy it. Or you may be eating mouse droppings with you Cape Cod chips. Just picked up a bag of chips at checkout and there was a sizable hole that had been chewed in the bag. The cashier took that bag and gave me another. Checked it over and didn't realize until I was gone that there was another much smaller chewed hole in this bag. Gross.
Kitten J.
May 02, 2019
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The staff are not friendly. They have no personality. They have no paper menus, just some nasty, sticky laminated germ mat they hand you.
The staff aren't helpful, you are on you own if you don't know the menu. The pigeons are gross and annoying.
Overall, my turkey sandwich was fresh and tasty. Bread was soft and crispy...produce very fresh. I also tried the Mac and cheese, which was very good. They offer a about six specialty soups. The desserts looked good, but I didn't partake.
Two sandwiches, two small soups, two small chips, two lemonades and 32 dollars later......pricey
The staff aren't helpful, you are on you own if you don't know the menu. The pigeons are gross and annoying.
Overall, my turkey sandwich was fresh and tasty. Bread was soft and crispy...produce very fresh. I also tried the Mac and cheese, which was very good. They offer a about six specialty soups. The desserts looked good, but I didn't partake.
Two sandwiches, two small soups, two small chips, two lemonades and 32 dollars later......pricey
Chen X.
Apr 21, 2019
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Dee K.
Apr 02, 2019
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Sophea R.
Mar 05, 2019
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Lisa A.
Oct 01, 2018
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Yang Y.
Apr 29, 2018
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Ordered a chicken & avocado, and halfway through making it, the lady told me they're out of avocado. She said it as a statement without offering an alternative or asking if I wanted anything else, basically waiting on me to say "it's fine" and move on.
Seeing a bag of arugula out, I asked if I could have it in place of the avocado, got the affirmative, then ended up with some mixed lettuce after opening up my sandwich - this sounds trivial and getting romaine over arugula ain't life or death, but it'd be nice to come out with an accurate order. Still charged
Seeing a bag of arugula out, I asked if I could have it in place of the avocado, got the affirmative, then ended up with some mixed lettuce after opening up my sandwich - this sounds trivial and getting romaine over arugula ain't life or death, but it'd be nice to come out with an accurate order. Still charged
Heather R.
Mar 02, 2018
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I like this place. It has grown on me. With the shelves and shelves of baked goods, it's hard to not notice the goodies to brighten your day! I initially thought that the treats were blah and sugary only until I started an adventure in the world of Au Bon Pain. It was usually a chocolate cupcake, so rich and delicious to get that Chocolate fix. It moved on to the cookies which are delicious and flavorful, each to it's own merit! My favorite is the red velvet. I'm not a great fan of red velvet, but this cookie... As I looked at the danishes, bagels, cupcakes, muffins, cookies
Willie R.
Feb 23, 2018
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I don't know how I am just now reviewing this ABP because I make a beeline over here every time I'm at Union Station. Compared to the Pret and LPQ that flank it, this Au Bon Pain has more hot food and a better variety of grab-and-go options. They offer a lot of different sandwich options, even early in the morning, in addition to hot soup, fresh fruit, and many different pre-packages options. Don't skip the line of bakery items along the side of the shop--the cookies are surprisingly good!
Wilson B.
Jan 08, 2018
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One of the first things I noticed and keep noticing, each time I visit this Au Bon Pain is that the pastries are encased in this thing with cracked fiberglass panels. I am not concerned with possible contamination. My issue is that Au Bon Pain is a chain, they really could fix that.\
The pastries themselves are uneventful at best. I would like something better to choose from; spiced breads, lemon poppy seed pound cake, cinnamon something. The powers that be can't say, "Well, those ideas are nice but not in-line with our model." Nothing in the cracked plexiglass thing looked
The pastries themselves are uneventful at best. I would like something better to choose from; spiced breads, lemon poppy seed pound cake, cinnamon something. The powers that be can't say, "Well, those ideas are nice but not in-line with our model." Nothing in the cracked plexiglass thing looked
Quinn A.
Mar 03, 2017
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Located inside Union Station, this busy snack stop has everything you want. Fresh bagels - mine had egg,spinach, tomato and avocado. All kinds of hot pastries, cookies, little cakes. Excellent coffee and coffee drinks. Grab a salad to go for later in the day, yogurt, bottled water and juices ... oatmeal, hot muesli, soups .... everything.
Here is the best part: everyone who works here is kind and patient. They were so nice to me I couldn't help but respond in kind, and that gentle peacefulness stayed with me as I walked through the morning crush of people. "You come see us again,"
Here is the best part: everyone who works here is kind and patient. They were so nice to me I couldn't help but respond in kind, and that gentle peacefulness stayed with me as I walked through the morning crush of people. "You come see us again,"
Courtney K.
Feb 18, 2017
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Bottom Line: A good spot for a beverage, baked good or pastry in Union Station.
This Au Bon Pain is almost like walking into a convenience store. There is a coffee station, a soda fountain, cases with baked goods, shelves with chips and a counter where you can order sandwiches and wraps. Perhaps all ABPs have this set up but I don't think I've been in one sine the the 1990s. I was surprised at how good the baked goods were here. They definitely tasted fresh and satisfied my nagging sweet tooth.
This Au Bon Pain is almost like walking into a convenience store. There is a coffee station, a soda fountain, cases with baked goods, shelves with chips and a counter where you can order sandwiches and wraps. Perhaps all ABPs have this set up but I don't think I've been in one sine the the 1990s. I was surprised at how good the baked goods were here. They definitely tasted fresh and satisfied my nagging sweet tooth.
Brady R.
Jun 30, 2016
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Surprisingly, I have never been to an Au Bon Pain even though they are a chain.
I needed a place to grab some quick affordable breakfast before a conference started for work. My coworker and I also wanted a quick refreshment after dinner and this was the place that seemed to be open and what we were looking for.
For the drink, I got the tropical green tea, and it was good! For brekkie, I got the egg white, avocado, cheese sandwich, and honestly, it was one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had.
The service just didn't fully deliver to give it a 5 star, but honestly, I'm
I needed a place to grab some quick affordable breakfast before a conference started for work. My coworker and I also wanted a quick refreshment after dinner and this was the place that seemed to be open and what we were looking for.
For the drink, I got the tropical green tea, and it was good! For brekkie, I got the egg white, avocado, cheese sandwich, and honestly, it was one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had.
The service just didn't fully deliver to give it a 5 star, but honestly, I'm
Nettifer W.
Jun 21, 2016
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Out of all the cupcakes we tried this was by far the least favorite. But hey we had to do our research! We got the double chocolate and it was just blah and the frosting was mostly shortening flavoring. No one really liked it. We actually threw some of it away. It looked pretty and it was by far the cheapest one we bought it we won't eat their cupcakes again. Plus it was quite small compared to all the other competitors we tried
Austin G.
May 17, 2016
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I'm a fan. If you're in a hurry and need a tasty, grab-n-go option, Au Bon Pain is your go-to-place. It's close to the trains and has anything from ready to drink beverages to coffee to pastries to a sandwich stand. The layout is a little crowded, but there are a few seats for you to enjoy your lunch/snack.
Pro-tip: The red licorice is surprisingly AMAZING!
Pro-tip: The red licorice is surprisingly AMAZING!
Ashish J.
May 14, 2014
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The place really gets two thumbs up for friendly staff. Great location within Union Station and has a good selection of salads, soups, sandwiches, and wraps. You have to get lucky at times to get veggie soup tho.
Most of the service is quick - but for some hot sandwiches which can take longer. This particular day, I went for the Black Bean veggie burger with freshly sliced Avocados. Average of average I would say. I wish they would focus a bit more on good quality bread as the regular fare they use is bland and not particularly healthy. The Black Bean Patty is above average. Of course, fresh avocs
Most of the service is quick - but for some hot sandwiches which can take longer. This particular day, I went for the Black Bean veggie burger with freshly sliced Avocados. Average of average I would say. I wish they would focus a bit more on good quality bread as the regular fare they use is bland and not particularly healthy. The Black Bean Patty is above average. Of course, fresh avocs
