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    China Express

    4.0 (50 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Menu and pricing as of today 4/22/23
    Tiff L.

    This place is one of two Chinese restaurants you will find in the CIty of Coachella. They're family owned, have good service, they're clean and are a local favorite. I come here as often as I go to the other - which is at least once a month. I really only come here for my hubby. He likes the combo lo mein. Today, though, I decided to try their spicy soup. It's not on the menu above. It's in a flyer stand on the counter. Usually, across the board, take out isn't as big as a dine-in portion. And I was totally expecting everything to be in the soup container. To my fortune surprise, the noodles, veggies and meat were in a take out container and the stock was in a soup container. I really appreciated this because my noodles weren't all soft and soggy by the time I got home. The veggies weren't limp and the bean sprouts were fresh and crisp. The stock had a bite to it. I know it says spicy... i just wasn't expecting it to be that spicy. I only ate half, I plan on throwing an egg in that bad boy tomorrow :P I only gave it 4 star because I only ever come for the combo noodles (and now the spicy soup) so i can't speak on any of the other items. I'll definitely be back. My soup was well worth the $12 is spent on it. :)

    I've already been eating for five minutes and this plate is freaking huge. This place is awesome. 11 bucks for 5 pounds.

    This place is awesome. 5 pounds of food for 11 bucks. This place is awesome. 5 pounds of food for 11 bucks.

    #2 combo with noodles, tso chicken & Mongolian beef (and peanuts).

    Great service. Fresh tasting. Clean restaurant. Cashier was very kind. Total came out to 13$ for the whole plate.

    Mongolian beef and noodles
    Samuel G.

    Every time, if I have a chance and if I am in Coachella, China Express is a hidden gem, I would always prefer over Panda . I like the people and their food . My favorite Mongolian beef and noodles, and add some hot oli sauce . People should seek this gem out. If there is a await, like on the weekend, it's worth it.

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    Marisa T.

    This place used to be good. I haven't been here in a few years. I went after work yesterday & it was busy. I waited for a while. A few people waiting for food indoors yesterday were coughing all over & not covering their mouths or wearing masks. Service was friendly. Now to the food....utterly disappointing! The pineapple chicken was always good but yesterday it was bad! It was mostly over fried breading & super dry! The orange chicken wasn't dry but had a strange acidic artificial tasting sauce & the chicken was soggy. Not sure if I'll be back. Really disappointed by yesterday's visit.

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    Junie T.

    Food was pretty good. Not a big fan of the egg rolls. I got sesame chicken, fried rice, and noodles. Plus a side of egg rolls.

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    Devyn L.

    Okay as a vegan it's hard to find places with options. This place has two which is better than none! Their tofu and veggie platter was made fresh to order and is so bomb! A lil spicy but super tasty!! My mother who got chop suet chicken and chow mein was super impressed with the flavor of it all! Something they put in their sauce is just fire. A new favorite go to Chinese spot!

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    I've been coming to this place for years now it's authentic Chinese food owned my a family hero have been running it for over 3 decades

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    Food is freshly prepared and delicious! This is the best Chinese restaurant in the area.

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    Good food for a reasonable price . I like this place for quick appetizing takeout. Try it , it's a good choice .

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    One of the bests, if not the best, place in the valley for chinese take out! Hands down and eyes closed, waaayyy better than panda express.

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