MenuLaunches

Every pesto menu item, by chain and by year

Which US restaurant chains put pesto on the menu, when each launch ran, and who got there first.

Key data

MenuLaunches has tracked 1 pesto menu launch across 1 US restaurant chain between 2026 and 2026, peaking in 2026-09. The chains that use it most are Panera Bread.

Launches
1
Chains
1
Years covered
2026–2026
Peak month
2026-09

Who launched pesto first in 2026

Ordered by announce date.

#ChainItemAnnounced
1Panera BreadChicken Pesto Ciabatta DipperSeptember 3, 2026

All launches

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Panera Bread · Chicken Pesto Ciabatta Dipper

Grilled chicken, melted provolone, melted parmesan, and basil pesto spread on ciabatta, served with a small container of Creamy Tomato Soup for dipping.