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    Panda Wok

    4.1 (211 reviews)
    InexpensiveChinese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Gloria G.

    The place is located on Azusa Ave near Chuck E Cheese, it has a few tables inside but most order to go. It is clean and welcoming. They have a wide variety of items and will make soup, fried rice and special dishes to order. The service is friendly and quick and the food is always fresh and tasty. The combo meals are enough for 2 adults or 3 children when you order combo B. This place is a must every time we are in West Covina/ Covina .

    Melina M.

    We've been to Panda Wok a few times now, and honestly, it never disappoints. I usually get the 2 item combo with chow mein, broccoli beef, and orange chicken, classic and comforting, with good flavor and solid portions. BUT the real star? The cream cheese wontons. Crispy, creamy, and lowkey addictive. We came back specifically for those. They hit the spot every time. The restaurant itself is usually pretty empty when we go, but it's super clean, and that's always a win in my book. The service is great too, the woman working the counter was really friendly and made sure we had all the sauces, plates, and utensils we needed. Not to mention, she hooked it up with portions, and definitely gave me my moneys worth! Hot tip: if you're planning to order the BBQ pork, it's not ready until 1:30 PM daily, so time your cravings accordingly. Would definitely keep coming back when I'm in the mood for a quick, tasty bite!

    WARNING GRAPHIC: Me spitting out the food on the left side on my first bite. Worst experience ever here for a first time visit.
    Roger M.

    Sadly...They gave me almost rotten meat going out. You could taste it that it was already going bad The meat was part of the beef and broccoli also, the person that was taking care of us was very rude older lady. The egg rolls tasted bad as well. Teriyaki chicken was very dry. I will definitely not recommend anybody come to this place if they continue with unethical practices. I didn't call the FDA or reported this place. That will be up to the next person. I would advise the owner to dispose of any meat past it's expiration date or going bad. Food poisoning and lawsuits are a subject of real matter. I will NOT be back here ever again.

    Combination plate , can't beat the tatse and price !

    I rarely eat out, but this has always been my go‑to Chinese food spot. I would go anywhere else because I'm always disappointed. Today I visited the location an hour away near my friend's place since I saw the same name and I just found out they're the original owners !!!! and wow, you can taste the difference. The moment I took the first bite, it felt like stepping back eight years. The flavor is exactly the same as I remember before the owners sold the other location. I still love both spots , but the other location spot never tasted quite right after the change, but this one? This is the real deal. Fresh, flavorful, consistent, and made with the same love and quality I fell in love with years ago. Tiffany was in the from for service and was a delight giving me the history as I sat with the big ambiance window before I drive ! It's absolutely worth the drive. If you want authentic, delicious Chinese food that hasn't lost its magic, this is the place. All Panda Wok's I guess are the true gems .

    Bbq pork, orange chicken, chow mein, steamed rice
    Sam R.

    Food is always good quality. Exactly what I expect from Chinese fast food! Best bbq pork I've had! But they only put it out after 1:45pm.

    Front of the panda wok, it's missing the last two characters for the sign.

    Terrable experience. I got there after 11:00 am and ordered two plates. I then drove back home, which is about nine and a half miles away. After taking care of a few things at home, I sat at the table to start eating; upon my first bite of the chicken vegetable dish it turned out to be extremely Terrable. The same with the chow mein. All I had left to eat was a salad in the refrigerator. After completing the salad, I then packed up the Tainted panda wok food, gathered up some other items I need to take care of and headed back out. Now, on the road, I stopped at the places I needed to stop at, because they were the closest. The last stop was back at panda wok, where the female clerk refused to give me a refund for the Tainted food, because I was there about three hours ago. She kept saying I should have called them, but being upset about the Tainted food they served me wasn't a good idea. Eventually, she asked the manager about giving me a refund, however he said the same thing, three hours is too long, even though 99% of the Tainted food is being returned. Plus he didn't even look at me or talk to me about the situation. The female clerk acted as of she was calling another manager, but stated he's not picking up the phone. Regardless, we argued back and fourth until she finally gave me a refund, but refused to give me the receipt back. I tried to argue about this as well, but she absolutely refused to give me the receipt back. I gave up on trying to get the receipt back and just walked away. Stay clear of this establishment, it's not even worth trying.

    Combo B  All chow mein Orange chicken  Bbq pork
    Ann M.

    Was in the mood for chow mein and I wanted to try the tic tock trend to see how much food they'll give... lol Came around 5pm and it was empty and the lady behind the counter looked intimidating and mean. It didn't look like she wanted to work or serve us. Food was mediocre and ok. Orange chicken wasn't crispy 6/10 Bbq pork 8/10 Kung Pao chicken had a lot of celery 7/10 Spicy chicken 7/10 Would I come back... ummm no Place was clean but we took our food to go

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    Nevin A.

    I was craving Chinese Food and it was late. I couldn't resist the temptation, So I  went to Panda Wok about half an hour before closing time. The place was crowded. Something happened that night, because I found out I wasn't the only one who was craving Chinese food,but there were many people who had the same ideas! The line was long but it moved fast. They had 3 types of combo plate; one item, two or three items. I got 3 items for my first two orders including barbecue pork, beef broccoli, barbecue chicken and half rice / half chow Mein. For the third order I chose shrimps with half chow Mein & half rice The food was really delicious, the amount was enormous. I also ordered wonton & cheese roll, but they were not that good. The lady who served us was super nice and friendly. The place was very clean although they were close to the closing time. They kept bringing out hot delicious trays from the kitchen while I was waiting to receive my orders. There were plenty of parking spots in Covina plaza, it was so easy to find a spot. That restaurant is a very nice spot with fast and good service, in addition to their yummy food

    Chow Mein Fried Rice Terriyaki Chicken Orange Chicken

    This place is super clean and the workers are really nice. The food was amazing. I definitely recommend stopping by. They are quick and good priced!!

    Green bean chicken, orange chicken, chow mien and white rice! Delicious my new favorite local spot

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    13 days ago

    Good food and very friendly service. Clean place, just a simple quick Chinese fix with good portions and good flavors.

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    7 months ago

    Always amazing service and good customer service and good food everything about it is amazing even the ambiance

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    9 months ago

    Food was good. Service was nice place was clean. I really don't eat there. I usually take it home but overall it's recommended.

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    5 months ago

    Wasn't very tasty. I got whole shrimp with chow mein. The shrimp were not cleaned. I threw it away. The lady was very nice there though.

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    Service is good, noodles was a little dry. The orange chicken is old not fresh. I may give them a second chance.

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    The entree's are decent, but I'm pretty sure it is not chow mien noodles. It is ramen.

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    Great portion and food. I ordered the lemon chicken and it's amazing. Would recommend it to anyone

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    Food is good but a lil over priced ...customer service is horrible...lady is rude ...the restaurant is quite and clean

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    Portions are worth the money. So many options and great customer service will be going back

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    This place is one of my families favorite local spot. What I really appreciate about the restaurant…read moreis how diverse the clients are and the staff. It really goes to show how the surrounding community that has a balance of different ethnic group comes to appreciation the good flavor and quality of this Chinese cuisine. The services here are very friendly and attentive. The only thing to keep in mind is that if you come in an hour before they close they will let you know that in advance. I think the intent is so you order fast and don't linger. Not a negative for me since my family usually is pretty quick about eating and going. They are also pretty good with customizing their ingredients. My wife is gluten free so we would ask that they not add in soy sauce or oyster sauce in some of the dishes that we know can still work without those two ingredients. You would need to know how to customize it yourself as I don't think they would know what to do if you simply say no gluten. Overall, I really don't have anything negative to say about this place. We walk in hungry and happy and we come out full and satisfied.

    This is my mom's favorite Chinese restaurant in the area, and we usually make it a point to stop…read morehere at least once whenever I'm visiting. She always orders the Fish Filet with Black Bean Sauce, which she absolutely loves and talks about every visit. This time, I went with the Kung Pao Three Delights, which was solid and flavorful. My only real complaint was the fried rice. It wasn't like any fried rice I've had before--it seemed more like plain rice mixed with soy sauce and just didn't do much for me. Definitely not something I'd order again. That said, my mom would probably give this place 5 stars based on her favorite dish alone. While my experience wasn't quite at that level, the entrée itself was still enjoyable. Overall, I'd return and would recommend.

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    2.1 mi
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    Venus We almost…read moremissed you-- a modest glow on a Covina corner, the kind of place the traffic forgets and the heart later thanks. When we finally stepped in, my wife and I, the day grew quiet around us. Only one table, two soft voices, and the kitchen sending out its warm, patient perfume. The egg drop soup arrived first-- golden, gentle, familiar-- and with one spoon I was a kid again, sitting at some long-ago table where life felt simple and safe. Then the feast spoke for itself: Mongolian beef shining with sweet fire, vegetable chow mein bright and honest, orange chicken like cheerful sunlight, garlic edamame and pepper wings crackling with flavor and joy. Everything tasted fresh, unhurried, as if it had been waiting just for us. The waitress cared for us like family, never rushing, always near, guarding the peace of our small evening. I'd been hunting good Chinese food in take-out bags and quick stops, not knowing the real secret was to sit, to breathe, to let a meal become a memory. Venus, you are more than a restaurant-- you are a doorway to moments yet to come. 10 out of 10, five steady stars, a table I'll return to with my wife, with children not yet born, with stories still learning their names. I love you, Venus.

    I actually wanted to cancel my order. This is a photo of an…read moreemployee sleeping on one of the banquets inside the dining room. Shoes off And reclining. Customers in booths all around him. This is so inappropriate . When I mentioned it to the waitress, she said, he's on a break. He so tired. Well I will not visit this business again. So gross

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    1.8 mi
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    I love Thumbling it's definitely one of THE spots in West Covina! Be prepared to wait closer to an…read morehour if your party is large, and maybe 10-30 for smaller parties. There's plenty to walk around in the plaza (desserts, pastries, açaí bowls) while you're waiting and even a fountain. Once seated everything moves relatively fast. The menu is extensive, food comes out quickly and fresh, and workers are attentive even though you order through a tablet and it's super busy inside. Food is stellar and of value (6 XLB for $8!), portion sizes are good, and everything is piping hot! The soup dumplings have soo much soup IMO beating out Mama Lu's which is what I would consider to be their nearest competitor. The spicy shrimp wontons are also good, but I think the flavors don't quite hit as well - big pieces of shrimp are enclosed though! The Peppered Beef Udon was great the beef pieces were tender and juicy and great textured noodles. Onion pancakes are a staple along w/cucumber salad (not pictured) , and their pan fried pot stickers are my favorite along with the sauce it comes with. Sooo crispy. Pro tip: If you are a first timer/came from far and waited a while don't let them seat you at the bar the experience is not as nice by far (I saw someone say it's like paying to stare at a wall - I concur) Being seated at a booth or table will allow you the full experience but I do understand there's only a limited amount of room in the bustling place.

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    7.1 mi
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    Sometimes we drive up from Irvine just to go to Mr Dragon Noodle House. Their pan fried buns are…read morethe best I've had in OC (my fave in the US is in Flushing NY), so that's always a dish I have to order. Their mala beef noodle soups are solid, the broth is rich and the noodles are firm enough. The restaurant has very generous portions for their appetizers. The seaweed app is a heaping mountain and the popcorn chicken always comes on a large plate. Their drinks are also big so it's great to share with the group. There's generally no wait when we go, weekdays or weekend. Otherwise we get seated pretty quickly after a small wait. Service is super quick with piping hot dishes.

    Highly recommend if you love din tai fung style cuisines without waiting 2hrs and breaking your…read morewallet. Their dan dan noodles with rice noodles was savory, with that lovely peanut base sauce. Their Crab & pork xiao lou bao is super delicious. Their skin is thin and the soup inside just fills your mouth. Honestly i think it's better than Din tai fung for that alone. The beef tomato noodle was filled with thick, tender beef chunks, and the diced tomato was actually sauted with savory seasoning. You can see many locals come here to enjoy excellent quality comfort food. From Ordering to being served was a matter of minutes. Great for limited lunch break people! Very clean, simply decorated place.

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    4.7 mi
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    Such a hidden gem! Made the drive up from Irvine and it was worth every mile…read more If you come here, you HAVE to get the Beef Tongue Rice. The cuts are perfectly thick and tender, and mixing it with the runny egg is incredibly satisfying. Even better than my usual go-to spots. We also tried the Taiwanese Mini Hot Pot--the broth is mild, but their Shacha dipping sauce is super authentic and hits the spot. The Stir-fried Water Spinach had great wok hei, too. But the real plot twist was the Pineapple Bun with Butter. I normally skip these because I find them too sweet, but theirs is a game-changer. Extremely crispy on the outside with that perfect slice of cold butter melting inside. Great portions, quick service, and a very comfortable environment to just sit down and enjoy a solid meal with friends. Highly recommend!

    This place was quite good. I had never been to a Hong Kong Cafe before and I thought it was very on…read morethe nose that it this place was named Hong Kong cafe. The rice and minced pork was super good. Good sweetness and texture. The chow fun was good but I think I would have preferred soy sauce option over the black bean option. The crispy noodles had a really good texture that I really liked, but I wish they were in a diff sauce. A more savory soy sauce or a more salty peanut sauce would have been great. I also like the ambiance and service was also pretty good! the food did not take that long to come out. Everything was pretty affordable and parking was really simple to find as well! Overall, I would recommend going to this place! I think most people would really enjoy it!

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