Panda Restaurant

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Food is made to order, fresh and delicious! Today wasn't busy at all, great for me! I ordered my favorite Shrimp Fried Rice and Shrimp Egg Foo Young with Cheese Wontons! 2025/8 read more

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So good, so authentic and if you want really good food, especially try their tangerine chicken and they offer tangerine beef, which I've never had at any other Chinese restaurant! Must try! The vibe is very old and traditional! Service is always fast and fresh! read more

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"Hole in the wall!" We ordered Orange Chicken and Chicken with vegetables. The food was hot, fresh and delicious. The gentleman who waited on us was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely have Panda Restaurant on our list of favorites to return to. read more

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In the past I ordered Pho at this restaurant and the broth was not clean and flavorful like a good Pho restaurant would have served it. I thought I'd give it another try with the Chinese food: Instant regret. House fried rice seemed very sloppy, and the shrimp tastes like mold. I ordered wonton soup, there was no wontons, just wrappers and the shrimp also taste of mold along with the baby corn. And you can guess the honey walnut shrimp tastes of mold as well and the sauce is very gritty. Disappointing. read more

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I always want to support small local businesses, but I cannot recommend this place. For $14.50 I ordered the chicken curry plate with rice. What I received was a plate with liquids (did not taste like curry) with large chunks of bell peppers, onion; a few carrot shavings, and tiny pieces of chicken. I tried to pour some of the liquid out and added some rice- but this was inedible. The liquid sauce was painfully sweet with no spice and just filled the entire container. It is a disappointment because they were kind and helpful on phone and it's at a convenient location. read more

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We have eaten here for years, they have excellent food. Highly recommend. The staff is friendly and welcoming.

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Ordered Mongolian beef and got all veggies meat had no flavor. Place is sketchy. I ordered a coke and he pours half of it and kept the other half full of ice and kept the can, I had to ask for it. Don't come it's horrible here. I would give negative stars. read more

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Always a delight. Clean friendly great parking. Try the lunch specials, all under $8.00 with tax. Really delicious selections. read more

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At first glance, this place doesn't look like much, but the food is GREAT. The Orange Chicken, and Sweet n Sour Pork is the best. The prices are incredibly inexpensive compared to similar restaurants and they have a dinner special that will fill you up for less than $20. They offer an amazing selection of Pho, Vietnamese food, Chinese food, and seafood. You'd be hard pressed to find a better value. They also have ice cold beer. Highly recommended for lunch or dinner if you're looking for a delicious meal at fast food prices. read more

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Charlotte R.

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All these years in Lemon Grove and I have never tried this restaurant. The food here is fresh and tasty. The chicken chop suey had perfectly cooked veggies that weren't soggy or overly drenched in sauce, and the House Fried Rice did not skimp on the meat. It also looks like they have an extensive lunch menu at a decent price of $7.95 a plate. The owner of the restaurant was very friendly and showed each dish to me to make sure everything was correct before bagging it up. I found out they do deliver but only for $20 minimum and within a mile or so of their location. Finding good Chinese close to home will now save me a trip to Chef China in Casa de Oro, so this was a win for me. read more

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Yelp led me here and I am so glad that yall dont ever let me down! Upon arrival it looks a little old school from the outside and even inside but let me tell you.... This place is bomb! Parking is small and tight but the few times we went was later at night so we didnt have a problem with finding parking. Inside the restauraunt there was 2 other people waiting. We ordered to go and it took maybe 15-20 mins for it to be done because we ordered a lot. We had the walnut shrimp, kung pao , chicken, orange chicken, fried rice, noodles....just a little bit of everything and it was flavorful with great portions. I wish I got some pics for you to see but next time, I promise! They also have a selection of boba I have yet to try! Will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Lizbeth S.

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Everything was so good. I never thought this place was so close to me & super bomb. I will be coming back. My son loved it. read more

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Dinned in, and had the fried chicken, was AMAZING! Customer service was exceptional- we were the only customer. read more

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Maritess C.

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We came here for lunch on Labor Day which we got to choose from a lunch special menu. I used to come here a lot when I worked in Lemon Grove back in the day. The restaurant is small and they replaced those old booths with tables. As we sat down, we got iced waters. I chose the mushroom chicken which was pretty good. Everything was hot and fresh. I got a side of rice, egg roll and the mushroom chicken. It was good. The guy serving us was nice. The only complaint I had was how hot it was inside. Fans were on but that just blew around hot air. I was literally sweating. Parking is limited up front but we parked a little ways away. It literally is located on the corner. I would come back but maybe when the weather gets cooler. It's very uncomfortable to eat fresh hot food when it's hot outside. read more

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JC C.

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Asked for broccoli on the side and it was $4 and we got about 3-4 pieces of broccoli.. basically paying $1 for each piece... Yeah no thanks.. he asked if we wanted more broccoli but didn't want to give us any and said my husband should give me his side of broccoli if i wanted more... LOL WHAT!?.. The orange chicken was soggy.. the rice was covered in orange chicken sauce. And the restaurant itself was very stuffy. No air flow. Teriyaki chicken was pretty good and the egg roll. That's it. Stingy with serving size.. read more

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J M.

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Great service and lunch special! Inside the fans were on during a hot afternoon and it was nice. I look forward to returning! read more

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Rolando S.

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Food is always fresh and delicious!!!! Service is great.... Restaurant nice and quiet..... read more

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I WAS SO Skeptical about trying somewhere new. This didn't disappoint. REALLY GOOD FRESH CHINESE FOOD. 10/10 recommend will be returning. read more

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Alysson S.

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Tasty pho-sure!!!!! Spring rolls and BBQ pork are the family favorites are starters. Then pho all around for the main course. The owner is super cool! read more

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Jace I.

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I've been looking for good Chinese food in the area with no luck! But this place was very good. Tasted fresh and healthier than other places. The customer service was very good too. I recommend! read more

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Amy S.

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Really great Chinese food! The environment is great and it's a hole-in-the-wall so I never thought to stop in for a while but now it's one of my favorite places to eat! read more

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love the lunch specials!! our favorite "orange chicken plate" you can actually taste the chicken breast mmmmmmmmmmmm...... we live in chula vista and drive all the way here to eat because?? honestly the best orange chicken and service is great.. family enviroment :) read more

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Jorge R.

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Food is great. We just started going there and every dinner was delicious. We will continue on going. Thank you

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Agree with the smell when you very first walk in, it was a bit off putting but you do acclimate quickly. Another weird thing was, it was completely empty. BUT we went ahead and ordered to-go and the food was ready within 10 minutes which is awesome. Husband absolutely loved the sweet and sour shrimp. Chicken Chow Mein tasted pretty good and it was filling. Would come again when we crave chinese and nearby. I'd say to my friends to give it a chance. It was actually pretty good overall. We ate in the comfort of our home so, that probably helped a lot. read more

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Anthony R.

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I moved here from the Bay Area years ago and I found this little gem close to home. It's a smaller place but you can tell they've been doing business for years! And the food is on point! I love the Orange Chicken lunch special, you get an eggroll and rice, best part besides the taste is the price! They even serve Sushi and Pho and other dishes. Its the only place I know serve Duck! Which is rare these days but so delicious! Sometimes it's slow but other times its packed, I will keep going hopefully for many more years to come read more

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Great food u just need to know what to order.. I will say order some house friedrice , teriyaki chicken and salted pepper wings .... read more

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Corrina V.

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Ordered from here by accident while searching for a pho place on my way home from work. Was a little concerned when I pulled up because it looked like a little whole in the wall restaurant. Got home with my $70 worth of soups and sandwiches and was pleasantly surprised! Pho was absolutely delicious...sandwiches were mouth watering. Everything was packaged neatly and with care. Customer service was excellent! Will definitely return! read more

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Serene R.

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If you are looking for nice portion sizes I do not recommend this place. However my shrimp chow mein was good, the kung po chicken my daughter ordered was good as well, it just had huge chunks of uncooked onion and slightly cooked bell pepper. And when she asked if she could get less vegetable.. he said that's how it comes and everyone makes their kung po like this. I have been too many Chinese restaurants and the way he some to us was unacceptable. I recommend expressing how you would like your meal and taking it too go. No ac and poor customer service. read more

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Crystal P.

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My husband and I are here for the first time a few days ago. It's a quiet spot, we were immediately greeted by a gentleman who took care of us throughout our whole visit. The food was delicious and they have a delivery service within 1.5 miles. We'll def take advantage of that! read more

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Alfredo R.

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I love this place , its my go to in lemon grove . I usually get the chow mein beef noodles with fried rice best around . I keep coming to this place regularly. read more

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Hole in a wall, went inside and ordered some food. Ate it and I have been back more than 5 times for lunch so far.

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Nick T.

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Chinese food can be great, but not here. Vietnamese food is great , but not here. Japanese food is also great, just not here. Guys, stick to ONE cuisine and do it well ! Your customers will appreciate you for it ! I went today with 2 coworkers and we each ordered something different, cuisine wise. Lo and behold we were all disappointed. I can already imagine the cook/chef in the kitchen just cussing away and assembling our entrees of diversified nationalities. By the way, fire your menu guy !! I must have caught 2 or 3 dozen spelling errors, not to mention some hilarious grammatical errors. Lemon Grove needs a culinary revolution, yesterday. read more

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C. B.

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One of the best places to get Pho in east county. Ordered a regular pho with rare steak, flank steak and meatballs....and the steak actually came rare, on the side. Also, the pho had a lot of meat. Many places jip you, but not here. This is my new place to get pho in east county! read more

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Shawn M.

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We went searching for somewhere to eat on Easter--not an easy undertaking. We found Panda. Good service--quick! Excellent portions, reasonably priced, very tasty. We had two mains, an appetizer, and two iced Thais for less than $26. Pretty decent. The menu is huge--something like 8 full pages! Clean, quiet, tasty, quick, affordable. What more could you ask for? read more

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Diana D.

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If you come here for their Lunch Special you are in for a great treat. Big portions for less than $6, not bad at all. It comes with your main food item, rice & a nice sized veggie egg-roll. I ordered their Pad Thai which was tasty. My man couldn't help but rave about how delicious their Orange Chicken dish was. Nice big pieces of chicken, not overly breaded. Cooked just right. They didn't initially bring their sweet & sour sauce until we asked for it, but once they did, we were good to go. read more

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I've been coming to this restaurant for years now. The hosting staff are familiar with us and always asks us how we or are family is doing. I usually come here for comfort food more than anything. read more

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Don't know why others weren't happy. This place is very good. Best pecan shrimp I've ever had in San Diego. Beef and broccoli was also good. Spring rolls were 5 star good. Won Ton soup was also excellent. No downside except tea is typically weak but ok. read more

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Great place for pho in lemon grove. The go to place for me and my son. Not the newest or trendiest place ,but their food hits the spot!!! read more

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This is not the place you want to eat from. Ordered the beef with broccoli, general tso's chicken, chicken fried rice and egg rolls. First thing chicken fried rice was burnt. I mean you could see black pieces all in the rice and it tasted just as burnt. There also was just big chunks of chicken instead if bite size pieces throughout it. It was completely gross! Next our main dishes weren't as bad but chicken in General Tso's was deff over cooked but the flavor was ok. Beef and broccoli was ok but nothing amazing by far. The only good thing we received were the egg rolls. They tasted good and seemed to be the only thing they got right. I will say we ordered delivery which didn't take long but still overall I will never be eating from here again. read more

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7816 Broadway
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
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(619) 460-7450
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Hours

What time does Panda Restaurant open?

Panda Restaurant opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Panda Restaurant close?

Panda Restaurant closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Panda Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Panda Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Panda Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Panda Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Panda Restaurant have a drive thru?

No, Panda Restaurant does not have a drive thru.

Does Panda Restaurant serve alcohol?

Yes, Panda Restaurant serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Panda Restaurant have TVs?

No, Panda Restaurant does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Panda Restaurant have bike parking?

No, Panda Restaurant does not have bike parking.

Does Panda Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Panda Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Panda Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Panda Restaurant has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Panda Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Panda Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Panda Restaurant have free WiFi?

No, Panda Restaurant does not have free WiFi.

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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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I love the chicken wings and the egg rolls we use the remaining rice with the garlic from the wing…read moreand mix it together soooo good

Their salt and pepper chicken wings are absolutely killer. The rest of their menu is good, but I'm…read moregoing here for those wings and those wings only. That's the good part. The bad part is how long it takes to make the food. I've been told, on multiple occasions, it would be 25-30 minutes and it's been upwards of 40. I don't mind if you tell me it's going to be 40 minutes, but just say that upfront. That being said, these wings are killer and any time I've got a craving this is where I'm going.

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Really amazing Chinese food ! Not greasy at all and very very fresh ! This was our first time ,…read morerecommended by our cousins who are San Diego natives and it did not dissapoiny. Large portions , we ordered the wings , and 4 plates of orange chicken , beef broccoli with chow mein and even brought a plate home since there was so much left over

Great value hole in a wall takeout Chinese food takeout spot. Owners are friendly and pack your…read morecombo box to the point it won't close properly. A two item combo was under $10, a great deal for what you get. I got orange chicken/salt and pepper chicken with half rice/half noodles. I liked the orange chicken and noodles. Orange chicken was crispy and juicy while the noodles was spongy and flavorful. The fried rice was a bit plain and the wings a little on the dry side. Overall great takeout for the price.

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There are a lot of Chinese restaurants in America that claim "authentic" Chinese food, but…read morehonestly, I didn't buy it. First Chinese Express is one of the best Chinese food places out there. Many might hate and call it bad, but it's definitely a place you would want to go. It's not bad; it's amazing, and the staff is so nice. It honestly tastes like authentic Chinese food, not like "Americanized" Chinese food. Would definitely recommend it

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I came in person recently with 9 friends. They were able to accommodate us even though we were just…read morewalking in. The woman was super friendly even though it was a little chaotic. At first, she said the order only could be done on 1 bill. And then later she compromised with 2 bills, 5 people per table. That was nice of her! I just had 2 coffees before entering so I decided to skip ordering Thai tea. But they had a large drink menu, of fruit teas and more. My friend had the lychee tea which was very large and looked super refreshing! They also came by often to top off our waters which was nice. To eat, I ordered the $16.99~, Cashew Chicken Stir Fry with White Rice. It came with onion, green onion, carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and cashews. The carrots were beautifully cut, but a little too crunchy for me to properly enjoy in the stir fry. Everything else was delicious! I think this could definitely be shared between 2-3 people. It was a lot for me, even after a large hike. The sauce was flavorful and not overly salty. I didn't ask for any spice level, but I think I'd choose mild or medium next time. My friends ordered-- - $12.99, Dirty Fried Chicken: This had a blitz coating of lime, mint, and spices. And it was decorated with thinly sliced green onions with a side of sweet chili sauce. The chicken was hot and plump, not dry, and very much mouthwatering! Would recommend. - $14.99, Thai Grilled Chicken Salad: Grilled Chicken Breast on a bed of mixed green salad, carrots, and cucumbers with peanut dressing. It reminded me a little of chicken satay~ it smelled and looked incredible. I think I might order it next time, when I want something light and fulfilling after a hike. - $11.99, Cream Cheese Avocado Wontons (6PC): These came out piping hot and when you took a bite they were oozing. It was very creamy and when you dip into the plum sauce it's a delectable bite. A nice appetizer to share with the table. - $16.99-$19.99 (depends on what protein you get), Pad Thai: This proportion was manageable for one person. The restaurant used thin rice noodles, but it didn't clump excessively compared to other restaurants. The prices are what you'd typically see at a Pan-Asian restaurant, a few dollars more than what you'd want to spend. But these kinds of restaurants, in my opinion, are for enjoying with others. So, if you're sharing food and all that-- the price is worth it (esp with the quantity that is given). Next time, I would probably order one of their noodle dishes rather than rice. Oodles by the Noodbar has such a large and diverse menu so I would highly recommend coming in to try them out.

Highly recommend Oodles. I often get the fresh Salad rolls (the peanut sauce is exceptional.)…read more The service is friendly. The location is quaint but charming. My personal favorite is Dan Dan noodles with extra Dan Dan sauce. Noodles are exquisite and the meat is perfection. My only hang up is the price for the product.

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Lemon Grove Thai Food

4.2(336 reviews)

0.2 mi

Best Thai food in Lemon Grove as far as I know, I haven't eaten any other Thai places in the area,…read morestill their yellow curry is fire. Service is really good but please get some new spoons. The plastic spoons are flimsy AF. ALSO wanted to add to anybody who says they smelled alcohol at the front counter is an idiot It's clearly the hand sanitizer next to the register. Use your brain people and don't be so excited about calling somebody out instead of using common sense.

I ordered using their online system, which is already a huge plus for me! Also, because I spent…read moremore than $40, they included a free order of veggie egg rolls. I purchased the fresh spring rolls, papaya salad, panang curry, and drunken fried rice. The in-person service was also extremely friendly! Every item had really great flavor and was an appropriate portion for the prices. The papaya salad was the best surprise and had full sized shrimp (as opposed to the little dried ones I usually expect). My one complaint would be that I ordered the curry and rice at higher spice levels (5 and 7, respectively) and got exactly zero spice. This being the closest Thai food for me in Lemon Grove, I'll be back often and I'm super glad that it is as tasty as it is!

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Great Wall Express

3.3(164 reviews)

2.3 mi•Rolando

Oh man, I can't believe I haven't wrote a review about this place. I've been coming here for…read moreyearssssss! Always super cheap, good food, bang for your buck! They hook it up too & they're huge portions. Limited parking but there is street parking available. They accept cash or cards. Booths, tables and chairs for dining and a patio area. Customer service is always great here. Super friendly staff. They have Party packages available for a great price!

Great Wall Express is one of those spots I randomly crave every so often Their jalapeño chicken is…read moreFIREEE and honestly one of my favorite things to order from there. I usually get trays for parties and everyone always tear it up. Service isn't always the friendliest but for the price and portions it's kinda expected tbh. Parking isn't the best either but definitely recommend asking for your food fresh though makes a big difference.