Eater Bowl Bowl Bracket: Panda Express vs. Panera Bread | Eater

"The burrito bowl from this fast-casual giant is a cultural juggernaut—its customization model, assembly-line service, and ubiquitous, reliably consistent menu reshaped the sector and even spawned catchphrases like “guac is extra.” When tolerated on taste and ethics grounds, classic combinations such as carnitas with brown rice, black beans, lettuce, tomatillo salsa, sour cream, and cheese make for a filling, dependable meal, though recent food-safety scares and labor-practice criticisms temper some enthusiasm." - Erin DeJesus