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    Panda Express

    2.7 (157 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese, Fast Food
    Closed 9:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    brocolli and orange chicken
    Alaric S.

    went to panda express to claim the chinese new year coupons they had on the app! my god was it such a generous portion of food to last me nearly a week! service was really good- and ambiance is a walk through line cafeteria style and to go!

    Eggplant Tofu
    Ariana A.

    There's something about chow mein from Panda Express that always makes me crave it! I went to the Pinole location recently to grab some food before the dinner rush. Around 5pm there were only 3 parties in line, but a few minutes later, the line was out the door. The staff juggle the in-person orders as well as the online orders/ door dash orders, etc. so they're very busy at this time.The woman taking my order was extremely nice though and kept apologizing for the wait. She was so sweet. I noticed a sign at the beginning of the line that said there may be some food shortages, though at least when I was here, there weren't any empty pots. What caught my eye is the Panda Club meal, which is their version of a kids meal, and it had Disney's Turning Red characters on the board, but the kids meal does not come with a toy. The egg plant tofu and chow mein never disappoints, but I was actually surprised that the a la carte boxes were so much smaller than I remembered. I ordered a large sized chow mein, and I thought I was given a medium sized by accident. But no, the large sized box is just that small. On your receipt, you can also go on their website to answer a quick survey and you'll get a code for a free entree with your next 2-entree box purchase.

    Teriyaki Chicken did not fill box like they advertised. See their photo.

    I have not eaten at Panda Express in over 4 years since I left a negative review on Yelp for their continued stinginess of their portions (see review attached). Since it has been over 4 years, I though I would give them another chance hoping things have changed. I ordered a family meal for the first time. Panda Express certainly did not disappoint my expectations. They are as stingy as ever with their portions. Look at the picture Panda uses to advertise their family meal compared to what I was given. Panda Express pictures are misleading and grossly exaggerated. I thought false advertising is illegal. Cost + Portion = Value and Panda Express failed miserably. The Pinole location is by far the worse location we've been to. There's a reason why they are rated 2.7 out of 5 on Yelp.

    Amanda T.

    This place is super busy at night and even if you online order you'll be waiting. They try to go fast in super unorganized way. Lol it's sad to watch..the manager even jumped into help and it didn't help. Lunch time on Thursday it's pretty slow suggest coming around that time if you food fresh and fast.

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    12 years ago

    I'm a fan of all Pandas, but this one is a go-to in the East Bay because the dishes are always hot, fresh, and tasty!

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    11 years ago

    I love coming here for lunch. I get consistently good hot food. The place is always clean and not too crowded.

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    I've been going here for the past 5+ yrs and the food is great! Customer service and wait times are reasonable. A lot of parking available.

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    Greeted promptly, served quickly. Friendly staff. Good food.

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    It changed owners and now the portions are very small and ingredients are missing.....not worth going to this one.

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    In-N-Out Burger - Seasoned Fries

    In-N-Out Burger

    4.0(693 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    This was my first time at this location. We went on a Friday night around 8 PM, and I've got to…read moresay--it's probably the busiest In-N-Out I've ever been to. The counter line stretched out the door, across the sidewalk, and into the parking lot. The drive-thru snaked through the lot, turning it into a game of Tetris if you were parked and trying to get out. Inside, every table was taken, so a lot of people ended up sharing communal seating whenever a seat opened up. That said, the counter line moved quickly and the wait for food wasn't too bad. With the high volume, the turnover is excellent, so everything comes out super hot and fresh. My fries, however... well, they weren't all that "well" if you know what I mean. As a California native, my go-to is a #1 Animal Style with both grilled and raw onions plus extra veggies (basically a salad between two buns). LOL. I like my fries crunchy, so I always order them well-done--they're usually solid--and I prefer dipping them in spread. In-N-Out is a staple, so I'll definitely be back!

    I went through the In-N-Out drive-thru in Pinole, CA this past weekend (8/14-8/16) and had such a…read moregreat experience. I believe the young man helping us was named Alex or Alexis, and I really wanted to recognize him. He was extremely polite, had a great smile, and such positive, contagious energy! I especially love seeing young people who take pride in providing great customer service. Unfortunately, you don't come across that as often these days, so when someone goes above and beyond, I think they deserve to be recognized. Keep up the amazing attitude and great customer service, Alex/Alexis!

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    Sake - Sushi

    Sake

    4.2(243 reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    To me, Sake is arguably one of the best (if not the best) all you can eat Sushi spot in the Bay…read moreArea. My family and I have visited on 3 different occasions, and each time has left a lasting impression, reminiscent of Las Vegas's standard of AYCE Sushi. The food is great...They cover every base you could ask for in a top-tier AYCE experience, ranging from rich short ribs and crispy takoyaki appetizers to a great selection of raw fish. The real standouts for us are the sweet shrimp and scallops, high-ticketed items that showcase just how fresh and properly prepared all their seafood is. What really stood out for us on our visits is the staff's attentiveness and limitless ordering capabilities. Unlike most Bay Area AYCE spots that place limits or strict rounds on what you can order, Sake gives you freedom to order as much as you want. On top of that, the service is exceptionally attentive. They have plenty of staff present and on standby, ready to take your order or clear a plate the moment you need anything. Between the great fish quality and variety, generous ordering allowance, and seamless service, Sake sets the standard for AYCE sushi in the Bay.

    The all you can eat sushi buffet is an amazing value at $39.99 a person. It includes both…read moreappetizers and rolls. We hadn't eaten all day, so we definitely got our money's worth! The price felt very fair based on how much we were able to enjoy. We tried a little bit of everything, including miso soup, edamame, the Lion King Roll, Hilltop Roll, Richmond Roll, Snow Mountain Roll, Mexico Roll, Appian Way Roll, fried calamari, fried rice, gyoza, and so much more. Everything was delicious and fresh. The service was also great. I believe the woman who helped us may have been the manager and was so friendly, welcoming, and made the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be returning. The ambiance was clean, comfortable and surprisingly private because of the booths. Despite knowing this location as an Outback for a good portion of my life it has been completely transformed and now has a true sushi restaurant feel. Overall it was a wonderful dining experience with great food, fair pricing, excellent service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

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    The Original Red Onion - Fried chicken sandwich

    The Original Red Onion

    3.7(684 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    The restruant is clean and comfortable. Nothing fancy…read more We have gotten burgers here frequently and have never been disappointed. The serving sizes are generous. They have a large milkshake selection. The servers are friendly and check on you. We will be back.

    My wife ordered an egg burrito off the site (and me a sandwich) for dinner…read more They dinged us after a while that the order was ready for pickup. I went to the store to get it. There is no one in the place, there are four (high school aged) workers behind the counter. I stood there for a good minute. Not one came over to me. I moved over and got one of their attention since they were not going to come and assist (because you know, they were busy goofing off - there was no adult there). The order was NOT ready in fact, they didn't even make the fries. So they started the fries and I stood there while they were cooked. Why did you tell us it was ready when it wasn't remotely ready? I got my order and left, got home and realized the burrito wasn't there. I went all the way back and they said "we refunded the burrito, it's only served for breakfast" First off the menu does not say this. If it's only served during a certain part of the day THEN SAY IT ON THE MENU. Second, no one thought of letting anyone know it was refunded. Just did and went on about their day of goofing off. The people at the store there couldn't give a flying yahoo when I voiced my displeasure. The last couple times we've been here the service was almost non-existent and the orders are always messed up. And this was the last time. Management will read this and just laugh. They could not care at all. Time for poorly run businesses like this to be done.

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