Panera Parasols In!

Remember the iconic Parasol building in Seal Beach? Now it's home to a new Panera Bread. Built in 1967, the umbrella-shaped roof structure features the classic architecture-style of Googie, known for pointed angles and futuristic themes. The bakery-café is offering hot panini sandwiches, hand-tossed salads, fresh soups served in bread bowls, bagels and delicious fresh pastries. Panera is known for its select organic and all natural ingredients; a menu with 0 grams of artificial trans fat per serving; antibiotic free chicken breakfast sandwiches; and made to order baked egg soufflés. Also, Panera Bread offers specialty coffees and espresso while you take advantage of its free WiFi.

Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. At the Shops Rossmoor at 12241 Seal Beach Blvd. in Seal Beach. 562.240.2987.