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    Panda Express

    3.3 (51 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 11:30 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Andy W.

    This is the worst service I've ever experienced at Panda Express. I always order a small bowl, which costs $9. I also add veggie rolls on the side. They used to charge $1.50 for them; now it's $1.80. that's fine. I also asked to add a small box of shrimp. It says that the extra charge is $1.50, which is okay. But when I got to the register, they added another $2 on top. It was unclear what it was for. I started arguing about it. The cashier said I was supposed to be charged already. I explained that I was charged $1.50, not $2 and not $3. I asked her to show me where it was written. She couldn't properly explain anything. They are basically overcharging customers by $2-3 out of nowhere. I do not recommend this place to anyone. Terrible service. I also suggest Panda Express review their pricing policy, it's not transparent. At checkout, the total ends up being $2-3 higher than expected.

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    Wynesha K.

    Food was good and tasted fresh. They don't go skimpy on the veggies when carb opted out here like some locations The orange chicken and teriyaki chicken were cooked well and not overcooked. The service is fast and friendly. The ambiance is clean and bright. Would definitely recommend and come come here again

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    Karla R.

    What a great way to try some items from Panda that I haven't yet tried. Thank you, Hannah and Panda Express, for coordinating this! I've never tried any entrees from Panda before (I know, I know. But I'm pescatarian so my options are limited) so I thought this was the perfect opportunity to finally try their Honey Walnut Shrimp. I'm not big on honey, but I loved that the flavor of it was mild. It added a sweet tang and nice, sticky texture to the shrimp that paired well with the outer coating of it. I also loved how the walnuts complemented the shrimp, too! For my side, I got a half order of mixed veggies and white rice. Everything paired well with one another so I think I found my go-to bowl from now on :D This location is really nice! It's clean, sleek and very modern. I like the architecture of it and the patio. It's really nice for groups and the employees here are super sweet

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    Myphuong L.

    We have been waiting for this location to open ever since we saw the sign. It's across the street from In n Out and Starbucks so be careful during prime time because those lines can be insanely long that it goes into the street blocking your entrance into the Panda plaza. Panda is located next door to Jamba Juice and parking can be limited with Petco and Denny's. This location is new so it's clean and spacious. Nice outdoor seating with shade. We got (3) two combine meals for $9.40 each. 1. Half rice, half chow mein with walnut shrimp and broccoli beef. The shrimp was extra $1.25. The beef was tender, not chewy. 2. Half rice, half chow mein, mushroom chicken, grilled teriyaki. I like that the teriyaki sauce came in it's own packets. 3. Half rice, half chow mein, kung pow chicken, orange chicken. Every location is different and I have to say we were happy in the quality and selection that we received today. The food was fresh and packed with flavor. One thing I do wish they have is a vegetarian option whether is just veggies or impossible meat option.

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    Jiansen W.

    Panda Express is a kitchen utilizing Chinese wok-cooking techniques to serve cuisine that is a unique fusion of Chinese and American tastes. The kitchen recently opened on 10406 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 for dine in, takeout, mobile orders, and deliveries. 5/5 atmosphere: the interior is colorful, bright, and clean with contemporary decor including stone high top tables and chairs. There's also plenty of covered exterior seating. 5/5 Honey walnut shrimp: perfectly cooked, fried shrimp in a mayonnaise honey sauce that gives it a slightly crisp, creamy, sweet exterior. The caramelized walnuts have a nice contrasting, crunchy texture. 5/5 black pepper angus steak: perfectly cooked, tender bite sizes of beef, peppers, mushrooms, and onions in a savory, sweet, black-pepper, soy glaze. 4.5/5 chow mein: cooked yakisoba noodles with sautéed slices of celery, cabbage, and onion in a savory sauce 4/5 Steamed veggies: freshly prepared, steamed, bright greens 5/5 Parking: I found a parking space relatively easy in the ample sized parking lot. 5/5 service: there was a long line and fortunately a friendly, efficient, properly-sized staff to keep the line moving. I love the fortune cookies that always come with the meal. The fortune cookie paper messages were self-affirming. I can always count on Panda Express kitchens to deliver consistent, quality Chinese-American fare. I'm happy to know there is another location open for me to go to.

    Ashley D.

    The Panda Express team members were very polite and welcoming. I hadn't noticed this new location, but it is in a great spot on Mission Gorge. The restaurant was packed at lunch, but they kept the line moving quickly. The food was what I expect from Panda. Everything was fresh and tasted great. The store was very clean. The only downside is the parking lot is very tight, the spots are on the smaller side and they are shared with a number of other businesses.

    Julie B.

    I came here for a Yelp event and this location is so nice ! I love their outdoor patio! I got 2 bowls, fried rice with orange chicken and chowmein with orange chicken. Can you tell orange chicken is my favorite item from here!? I came around 6pm on a weekday and all the food were stocked and fresh! Staff were very friendly. Can't wait for my next visit!

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    Tiff H.

    Brand new location which means lots of foot traffic! This place was poppin' and everybody was eager to get their Panda Express. The folks working the line were very efficient and quick. They wasted no time greeting and helping me order my orange chicken and beef bowls. Chow mein and rice are both good. Orange chicken will always reign supreme I believe. It was super tasty. Decent size serving. I didn't get a chance to take pics of my food because I was so hungry but managed to get some pics of the menu :) all together, I have no complaints. Makes me want more!!

    Ann H.

    While this may look like an ordinary Panda Express from the outside, the experience is by far the best I've ever had at a Panda Express! The staff were very friendly and efficient and really went above and beyond to make sure you had the best experience possible. The food was fresh (did not just sit out in the heated counters) and the staff gave generous portions. 5 stars well deserved!

    Valerie T.

    Wow! This new Panda Express took over an old Starbucks that has moved on the other side of the road. It looks absolutely stunning inside. It is very clean and I love the additional patio they built for more seating. This location is not in central Mission Valley however, it's close to the Kaiser in Zion as well as grocery stores, banks, a Costco up the street or for those fur babies a Petco. It's a perfect place to stop and grab a quick bite as staff was so quick and efficient. It's been over 15 years since I have eaten at good old Panda. Recently I feel like everyone has been raving about them so a friend and I decided to give them a whirl. I was blown away with the price and choices. As an elite today we were able to try their bowls which consists of a side and an entree at $8.30. For the choices of side were fried rice, brown rice, white rice or super greens. Next the entree had such a wide variety 9 different combinations to select from. We got 4 bowls which were: Kung pao chicken with white rice, green been and chicken with fried rice orange chicken with white rice, green bean and chicken with fried rice, chow mein and 2 orders of egg rolls to get the full feel for their menu or just because we are fatties. The bowls were a great individual size for the value. I enjoyed the spice of the kung pao chicken and the egg rolls the best. I loved all the veggies in it. It seems maybe different locations carry different items as o was told to try dishes they didn't have. I think it's awesome they even have walnut shrimp as an option. I wish they had more veggie and vegan options at this location. Overall we were happy to enjoy all the food. If your in the area or waiting for your pup it's nice to be able to get a quick meal while your waiting.

    8:58 pm people coming in to get their Panda fix - please don't close early

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    New Panda Express in the old Starbucks space off Riverdale and Friars. Food was excellent. Staff very nice!

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    super bomb it was so good and i loved the customer service . would highly recommended

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    Shan Xi Magic Kitchen

    Shan Xi Magic Kitchen

    4.2
    (2.3k reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    Located in the same Convoy plaza as Yun Tea House, the parking here is absolutely horrible, and we…read morehad to wait about 10 minutes to be seated--but the food easily earns 5 stars! They have a super easy online ordering system right at the table which makes things convenient. We ordered the spicy lamb biang biang noodles and the non-spicy beef pulled noodles, and both had the perfect chew and incredible flavor. We also ordered the garlic green beans, but they came out so late that we were already completely full from the noodles, so we took them to go. Thank god we did, because they turned out to be pretty salty on their own and really needed to be paired with white rice at home. Overall, an amazing spot for authentic noodles! Absolutely love this place and will be back.

    We came right before the dinner rush and I can definitely see why this place got packed so quickly…read more It isn't huge inside but there is ample seating, we were sat right away and the menu was fully online. Something I didn't love though, you order and pay through the online menu. Considering you leave a tip I don't fully understand how it works when we did this whole process ourselves. I also noticed other tables getting plates and bowls which we had to ask for. Overall, I felt the servers weren't too friendly either and seemed to rush through our table despite them standing around not seeming too busy. The food was excellent though! The soup had a great spice to it and super flavorful. The beef and onion was so juicy and addictive, the green beans were good too and had a slight kick to them.

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    Tasty Mandarin

    Tasty Mandarin

    4.6
    (550 reviews)
    12.9 mi
    $$

    Food is always fresh, delicious, comes out piping hot and fast!…read more There's a reason why this place gets so busy, the service is awesome, quick, friendly, and straight to the point. It's a small shop with about 10-12 tables, but very warm and cozy. They also do party platters. So in case you're in a pinch, they'll get your orders to you with a quickness!

    I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience at Tasty Malatang Chinese Cuisine was…read moredisappointing because of the customer service. According to the restaurant's posted hours, they close at 10:00 PM. My family and I arrived around 9:15 PM, expecting that we still had enough time to order dinner. As soon as we walked in, the server immediately told us they were already closed. My mother politely pointed out that the posted closing time was 10:00 PM and simply asked if the kitchen happened to close earlier than the dining room. Instead of explaining the situation professionally, the server responded in a very rude tone: "Well, you guys can eat and order, but at 10:00 PM you need to be gone and out the door." Another employee then stepped in to back him up, making the interaction feel even more uncomfortable. I completely understand how the restaurant business works. I've been around the industry long enough to know that kitchens often stop taking orders before closing or that staff are trying to finish cleaning at the end of the night. If they had simply said, "We're sorry, but our kitchen is already closed," or even, "We can still serve you, but we're finishing up for the night," we would have completely understood. There was no reason to speak to us disrespectfully. What made this experience frustrating is that we never came in with an attitude or demanded special treatment. We were polite from the moment we walked through the door. We simply asked a reasonable question based on the restaurant's posted business hours, and instead of receiving a courteous explanation, we were met with unnecessary hostility. Customer service is just as important as the food. A welcoming attitude can make guests want to return, while a rude interaction can overshadow everything else. Unfortunately, this experience left such a negative impression that I won't be returning. I also would not feel comfortable bringing my family or recommending this restaurant to friends because everyone deserves to be treated with basic respect. I hope management takes this review as constructive feedback and reminds their staff that even when it's close to closing time, a little kindness and professionalism go a long way.

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    Honey Walnut Shrimp 核桃虾
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    Wei Wei Asian Express - San Diego

    Wei Wei Asian Express - San Diego

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    Delivered and it was ok ordered from here for the first time following a foodie review on ig... I…read morewould probably give it another chance and dine in esp since grub hub charged more than the actual shop (as shown in pictures) wish I would've added spice but got it for the kiddos

    TL;DR It's really good. Go here…read more -------------- I came here after a friend recommended it when I told them I was coming down to San Diego for a day trip during my spring break from school in Orange County. I was born and raised in LA, so I've had a lot of Chinese food growing up, and I wasn't expecting to be this surprised--but I really was. I ordered the black bean eggplant and the salt and pepper chicken wings. The wings are what they're known for, but I have to start with the eggplant because it completely caught me off guard. It wasn't mushy at all--crispy on the outside, perfectly cooked on the inside, and coated in sauce without losing its texture. Every bite had depth and balance, not just saltiness. I actually meant to start with the wings, but the eggplant was so good I ended up eating half of it before even getting to them. By that point I was already getting full, but I still made sure to finish the wings--and I'm honestly excited to take the rest of the eggplant home as leftovers. By the time I got to the wings, I understood why they're popular--crispy, flavorful, and super satisfying--but what stood out to me was how both dishes complemented each other. One rich and layered, the other crisp and bright. I never got tired of eating, which honestly says a lot. I even told the staff how much I enjoyed the food and they thought I was joking, but I meant every word in saying I thought it was comparable, if not better then the food I've had in Chinatown in LA. Really glad I came here and the next time I have a chance to come back down to SD I definitely will come back here and that's not negotiable for me

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    Taste of Hong Kong

    Taste of Hong Kong

    3.8
    (383 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    for only $19.99 AYCE, they have sooo many hong kong style dishes to choose from -- dim sum,…read morenoodles, roasted meats, seafood, desserts, and more everything came out hot, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with family & friends definitely one of the best budget eats in convoy if you're craving authentic cantonese comfort food!!

    The $19.99 AYCE on social media is deceiving…read more I took my mom here so we could try this new AYCE option this place was offering based on social media influencers. It was empty coming in around 5:30pm on a Friday, but it soon filled to capacity in the next hour. So coming into it, we thought we would choose between Menu A and Menu B. Afterwards, we thought it was AYCE on the menu of your choice + the side buffet where there are limited selections of sides and refrigerated drinks. We ordered orange chicken, Chinese style fish and something else. Again, this was on the thought that we could order more than one item on our selected menu. So imagine our surprise when the bill was nearly $100 for two people? It was a misunderstanding. However, the initial staff gentlemen was completely rude about it and ignored us as we sought to understand. Finally, a second female server came and heard our concerns regarding the false advertisement and unclear messaging. She was able to provide us the price we thought this was for based on Menu selection. All in all - I don't recommend the AYCE option. I think it would be important to make a distinction that AYCE clearly on the menu and at the front - AYCE means each individual selects ONE entree (which is a one small portion) and the AYCE component of the deal is ONLY for the side buffet.

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    Delivery Menu Page 2 as of 11/07/22
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    Delivery Menu Page 1 as of 11/07/22
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    Golden Chopsticks

    Golden Chopsticks

    4.2
    (1.4k reviews)
    7.9 mi
    $$

    We came here with a huge party (11 people, 3 of which were adults) and opted to get one of their…read morefamily meals with a few extra dishes to supplement things. The menu said the family meals were meant for parties of 8, but let me tell you. We ate until we were hurting and there was still a ton of leftovers. Those meals can easily serve a dozen people in my opinion which makes them even more of a great deal. If you've got a large party, this is a fantastic option to make sure everyone eats their fill. With that said, all the food was delicious. Hot and fresh from the kitchen, each dish with its own unique flavor and textures. We ran the gamut of flavors over our meal and it's hard to really point to one singular dish that was my favorite. After having almost 10 different dishes, I can confidently say that they will have something you will really enjoy. The restaurant itself is a bit no frills. But that's fine. They're putting their time in to food, not ambiance and I am totally down with that. Service is great. We were in a back corner, but we never felt ignored nor overly watched over. We were able to sit down and enjoy our meal at our own speed. My only 'gripe' with the restaurant is that the restroom is actually outside and shared with the other businesses in the complex. And that bathroom isn't the best maintained. I'm assuming that's up to the property management and not the restaurant (or other businesses) so I'm not dinging my review, but just keep that in mind. Might be best to try & hold it if you can. Ultimately, Golden Chopsticks really knocked it out of the park and caught me so off guard. I am so glad we came here on a bit of a whim. It was fantastic and I can't wait to go back.

    Most amazing food!! Best salt and Pepper chicken!!!! Delicious lumpia!!…read more Kind attentive service, answered my food ingredients questions with respect. Welcoming restaurant limit seating. Lots of carry out orders!! Well worth the visit.

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    Dining area only 1/2 of it there's another side to the restaurant
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    Salted pepper chicken wings
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