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    Panda Inn

    4.3 (929 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Seafood, Soup
    Open • 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Steamed edamame and cali roll
    Arlene G.

    It's such a convenient place to go here. They have everything that the whole family enjoys. From sushi, to noodles, to all the specialty dishes. Great for families and large groups since they have their private rooms for larger groups. Our favorites here are the panda beef, phoenix chicken, the lo mein and some of their other sides. Service is always quick and great as everyone is really nice there.

    Vegetable Lo-Mein & Sweet & Sour Chicken.
    Nikki B.

    The original Panda Inn was established in Pasadena in 1973. In 1982 a second location opened in Glendale (there is a third in La Palma). When my sister lived in Glendale we would come here often. They have since relocated to a bigger space next door and the aesthetic is more modern & brighter. My family came here after my nephew's graduation. There were nine of us, and we were seated in a private area around a circular table with a Lazy Susan on top. Our waiter was so nice and checked on us frequently. (I didn't get his name but he was part of Team 3 Wed June 10th). They have a full bar, which is nice. I ordered the Yuzu Lemon Drop. It was a bit sweet. Menu offerings include a variety of Mandarin & Sichuan dishes. We ordered several to share: Honey Walnut Shrimp, Mapo Tofu, Panda Beef, Cashew Chicken, Sweet & Sour Chicken, Orange Chicken, Vegetable Lo-Mein, & Vegetable Fried Rice. Mom was initially going to order each dish family style but thankfully our waiter suggested that two would be ideal with the others being regular portions. I'm glad we took his advice because it would have been way too much food. Everything was tasty & flavorful and the Lazy Susan made it easy for everyone to sample their dishes of choice. Our meal ended with a fortune cookie dipped in white chocolate. We took turns reading our fortunes aloud. Overall, it was a nice celebratory meal and the staff were all friendly and courteous. *Metered street parking or public lots.

    Honey Walnut Shrimp (R)
    Athena K.

    Amazing for large groups. It's bright and spacious inside. Excellent Chinese American fare served in HUGE portions. I need to visit the Pasadena location next! My only note - I wouldn't recommend the Panda Beef unless you enjoy the crispy flat texture.

    Duck

    There was so much we wanted to try and did order. We really liked the duck, wagyu chow fun. Our waitress Mel was wonderful too.

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    Dennise S.

    Staff is always so nice and attentive. Surprisingly we didn't need to wait this time to be seated. Usually, it's always packed. Our food came quickly. I always like to order oolong tea and for dessert the green tea ice cream is a must.

    Albacore with crispy onions
    Bianka G.

    I have always been a fan of Panda Express. You can call it unauthentic Chinese food but regardless to me it's good food. Well this is fine dining Panda Express, it's Panda Inn (which actually came first before express) And they have your panda favorites but more options and even sushi. Food is made to order so everything is fresh. The restaurant is bright and modern. There is a bar area and even a private room. Today I came in to try the DineLA 3 course lunch menu. It includes appetizer, your choice of entree, and choice of dessert. These were our picks below- Party of two Dine LA lunch special $35 pp APPETIZERS -Albacore Crispy Onions albacore tuna, black garlic aioli, crispy onions, ponzu sauce -Golden Pickled Cabbage spicy, pickled cabbage Albacore was great with the crispy onions and the pickled cabbage was refreshing, crunchy, and the dressing was delicious. ENTRÉE -Honey Walnut Shrimp crispy battered shrimp, sweet glaze, candied walnuts -Spicy Chicken doubanjiang sauce, Serrano chili, young bamboo The shrimp was hot and crispy! So so so good and with those candied walnuts- Amazing. Everything in the spicy chicken was great- chili, bamboo, green onion, garlic, jalapeños. Definitely umami. DESSERT -Uncle Tetsu Cheesecake light, fluffy Japanese-style cheesecake The texture of the cheesecake was more cake than cheese, not creamy but like almost solidified mousse. It was yummy and came with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or green tea ice cream. The green tea ice cream was the best. Service was great and I really love the fortune cookies dipped in white chocolate. If you park in any of the nearby leveled parking structures, you can save on parking fees. Try it out for any special occasion!

    Egg drop soup
    Nora A.

    One of my fave dining spots in Glendale, providing great flavor food and exceptional guest service for decades. I have nothing bad to note, every visit is absolutely fantastic. Great place to dine for all occasions. My fave meals: Orange chicken Veggie low mein Shrimp fried rice Vegetable egg roll Fried wontons Crispy tune rice Salmon carpaccio Garlic shrimp

    Upside down Crispy Noodles, Fish in Black Bean Sauce (on the side) and complimentary rice
    Thomas K.

    I grew up with authentic Chinese food. As you would expect, Panda inn is going to be a little different. The service is elevated and the food, a bit more fusion/Americanized. I was skeptical to have favorites but I have to admit, the honey Walnut Shrimp is a winner. It is elevated from the version at Panda Express. Another winner is the Asian spiced beef short ribs. It's well balanced with protein, spinach and udon. I think these two dishes are an easy crowd pleaser. The braised String Beans are very comparable to Din Tai Fung. I love that the space can accommodate various party sizes. It's perfect from dates to large gatherings. Would like to come back for their lunch specials.

    White chocolate fortune cookies
    Wilfred T.

    There's someone who eats at a lot of authentic Chinese restaurants. This place is okay. I just came here to try it out for the experience. They're aiming for a more upscale Chinese restaurant with a hipster vibe. It was a nice experience to come once. Then, compare it to similar authentic Chinese restaurants. The only thing is that the portion sizes are smaller. They do have some unique dishes like the smoked duck mango salad. The lobster wonton has a bit of a kick to it. It was delicious, and I enjoyed it. My mother enjoyed the white chocolate-covered fortune cookies. Overall, I can't complain about the food. It's comparable to other authentic Chinese restaurants, just nothing special. I think if you want to come here, you would come here for the environment and the ambiance. I would have to rate the environment four stars.

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    23 days ago

    Thank you Mel! I loved the food and your service. I truly appreciate it. I Like the atmosphere and the cleanliness of this restaurant.

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    Our waitress Mel was very kind and professional. Food was delicious. Service was great.

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    Amazing food and service. Ambiance is refreshing and welcoming. First time customers who will definitely be returning!

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    Amazing food! Everything was delicious, chicken egg drop soup is a must. Mel was a great server and on top of her game!

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    Excellent food. Excellent service. Thanks, Mel!! We came here for a quiet lunch and it was great.

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    Are you open on Thanksgiving Day 2023?

    We are not open on Thanksgiving day but will resume normal operations on Friday the 24th!

    Do you have a private room for a dinner meeting?

    Hi Susana, Thanks for reaching out! Yes we do offer private rooms. Please call us at (818)… 

    Do you have gluten free options?

    They do.. just let them know you are gluten free. They would probably not add soy saue

    What are your vegetarian options since nothing is marked clearly on the menu?

    The vegetable section of the menu and our fried rice and lo mein noodles are suitable options for vegetarians.

    How are reservations made?

    Hi Jesse, Thanks for reaching out! Please call our store (818) 502-1234 to make a reservation.… 

    Is there outdoor seating?

    No they do not offer outdoor seating

    Are you open Christmas Day? Will you have limited menu? How many days in advance can I place the order for Christmas Day pickup? What's the earliest pickup time?

    Hi Maria, yes we are open on Christmas Day. You can order online and check out our menu here http://www.pandainn.com/

    What are the vegan options?

    Hello Marlisa, We have vegetarian options however, nothing we serve is vegan as we cook our meats… 

    Pan fried noodles?

    Yes and it's so good

    How much is brunch?

    Sunday buffet is in Panda Inn Pasadena and $29.95 per person.

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    House of Joy Chinese Restaurant

    4.1(563 reviews)
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    Fantastic food and great service. We stopped by for a random weekday lunch, and it wasn't too busy…read more Everything we ordered was delicious, but the standout was the Peking Chicken. The wings were huge, perfectly seasoned, crispy, and fresh out of the fryer. I'd order them every time. My only small criticism is the pricing. Some dishes are on the expensive side. The Peking Chicken is around $30 - but personally the quality definitely help justify it. Overall, I'd happily come back, especially when I'm craving that chicken. ---------- Quick tip: this might be something worth asking about. I overheard another table request a couple of dishes as half portions, which I thought was a great idea. I'm not sure if it applies to all dishes (they have a huge menu with a lot of options), but it could be worth asking if you're coming with a smaller group or want to try more items without ordering full portions.

    I love this place! It's your typical Korean-owned Chinese restaurant that has the best cha chan…read moremein (among many other choices!) It's just like what I ate growing up here in LA and of course, you always pair this with sweet-and-sour pork 탕수육. And my other childhood favorite, personally, is shrimp fried rice 새우볶음밥. Thank you for the great service and relaxing place to sit and enjoy.

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    Noodle St

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    6.0 mi•Downtown
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    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    Noodle Street has always been one of my go-to places for comfort food and a good noodle dish. This…read moretime, I had about an hour to kill while waiting for my appointment at the Apple Store in Pasadena. I was walking around thinking about what to eat. The I saw the Noodle Street sign. Of course, I went in because I already know the quality of their food. I always find their noodles fresh and chewy, and the dishes are rich in texture and flavor. But this time, since I was by myself, I didn't order a noodle dish because I was just by myself. So, I ordered the beef roll, which is also to die for! Just really enjoy their food overall. If you've never tried Noodle Street before, definitely check out their menu and give their noodles a try. This particular location was clean, the staff was nice, and the wait wasn't long when I arrived. I would definitely come back again! I'd like to add one more detail. While I was waiting for my food, one of the staff members, possibly the manager, Justin, came over and asked if I'd like to have a small bowl of broth on the side. I said yes and was impressed by that offer. Why? This young man understood that I had ordered only the beef roll, which is a dry dish. Having a little warm broth on the side made it much easier and more enjoyable to eat. I had water, though, but I personally never drink water before or after my meal, so the broth was definitely a perfect complement to the beef roll. This is the first time in my Noodle Street eating history that I've been offered something simple to enhance my dining experience. A small gesture that I think is worth mentioning, as it showed that he was attentive and had very good common sense when it comes to customer service. Thumbs up to him, and an extra star from me for this location.

    Old Town, Pasadena Super fun and comfortable Korean noodle and rice dishes place. It advertises…read moreitself as an Asian fusion noodle restaurant. Most of the dishes are Korean and Korean spiced versions however so be prepared. I expected the food to be much spicier and more pungent. They are not -- they are modernized slightly lighter versions of Korean noodle dishes. I'm addicted to the cold noodle salad with kale, carrots, and you can ask for it with tofu as I'm not eating beef for the next six months due to the beef recalls nowadays. Love the modern simple setup. There is a crew of chefs in the back cooking behind the glass. The staff are attentive and they take Apple Pay. I cannot believe the prices here. They are very reasonable. Why go to a fast food restaurant? End of Yelp.

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    Noodle St - Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

    Stir Fry Noodles with Tofu ($15.80) - onions, spinach, bell peppers and carrots. With triangle noodles.

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    Noodle St - Beef Roll Pancake (3P) ($12.80)

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    Beef Roll Pancake (3P) ($12.80)

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