About Us
Panda Express is a popular American fast casual restaurant chain that specializes in Chinese-American cuisine. Founded in 1983 by Andrew Cherng and his father, Ming-Tsai Cherng, the chain started in Glendale, California. The restaurant concept was designed to bring Chinese food to a broader audience, offering a quick and flavorful dining experience that differs from traditional sit-down Chinese restaurants.
The menu at Panda Express is known for a variety of Americanized Chinese dishes, including popular options like Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, Kung Pao Chicken, and SweetFire Chicken. The chain also offers sides such as fried rice, chow mein, and steamed vegetables. One of the signature features of Panda Express is its “Wok Smart” menu, which focuses on lower-calorie options made with leaner proteins and healthier ingredients.
About Panda Express Menu
The menu includes a variety of appetizers such as egg rolls and potstickers, and a small selection of desserts like a chocolate chip cookie. Combo meals and family feasts allow customers to mix and match their favorites for a more customized experience.
Prices typically range from $6 to $9 for individual entrees, with sides starting around $2 to $3. Calorie counts vary depending on the dish, but entrees generally range from 300 to 400 calories per serving, with fried options tending to be higher.
While Panda Express doesn’t usually offer detailed nutrition or specific calorie counts in-store, many locations and the chain’s website provide this information for those who want to make informed choices. The menu also sometimes features seasonal or limited-time offerings.
If you want an easy meal on the go, Panda Express offers a quick and satisfying option with both familiar flavors and some adventurous choices for those looking to try something new.
Most Popular Items on the Panda Express Menu
Entrees
These are the main dishes, often served with rice or noodles:
- Orange Chicken: The signature dish, featuring crispy chicken pieces tossed in a sweet, tangy orange sauce.
- Beijing Beef: Crispy beef with bell peppers, onions, and a sweet and savory sauce.
- Kung Pao Chicken: A spicy stir-fry with chicken, peanuts, vegetables, and chili peppers.
- Mongolian Beef: Sliced beef, green onions, and soy sauce in a savory stir-fry.
- SweetFire Chicken Breast: Tender chicken breast in a sweet and spicy sauce with pineapple and bell peppers.
- Honey Sesame Chicken Breast: Crispy chicken in a honey sesame glaze with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- Teriyaki Chicken: Grilled chicken with a savory teriyaki sauce.
- Black Pepper Angus Steak: Angus steak in a savory black pepper sauce with vegetables.
- Grilled Mandarin Chicken: Grilled chicken breast with a mild orange sauce.
- Eggplant Tofu: Tofu and eggplant stir-fried with a garlic sauce (vegetarian option).
Side Dishes
Panda Express offers several sides to complement your entree:
- Fried Rice: Classic fried rice with peas, carrots, and egg.
- Steamed Rice: Simple white rice, often served with other entrees.
- Chow Mein: Stir-fried noodles with cabbage, carrots, and onions.
- Super Greens: A healthy mix of steamed broccoli, zucchini, and cabbage.
- Egg Rolls: Crispy egg rolls filled with vegetables and sometimes meat.
Appetizers & Snacks
- Cream Cheese Rangoon: Crispy fried dumplings filled with cream cheese.
- Chicken Potstickers: Steamed or fried dumplings filled with chicken.
Drinks
Panda Express typically offers soft drinks, iced tea, and bottled water. They may also offer seasonal beverages or limited-time drinks, such as specialty lemonades.
Desserts
- Chocolate Chip Cookie: A classic chocolate chip cookie, often available as a dessert.
Family Feast & Combo Meals
- Family Feast: A larger combination meal for groups, often featuring multiple entrees, sides, and rice or noodles.
- Combo Meals: These meals allow you to choose an entree and a side, often with options to upgrade to a larger size or to add more entrees.
Special/Seasonal Items
From time to time, Panda Express offers limited-time dishes or seasonal offerings, so the menu can vary depending on the location and the time of year.
You can customize your order by substituting sides or adding extra portions for a more personalized meal.
Do You Still Need Assistance?
If you want to learn more about your selected food or any food menu category or need help ordering foods online and with the mobile app, Check out our Frequently Asked Questions on set-up, troubleshooting, and more.
You may call our Customer Service and Support Line at 1-800-877-8988 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you are having trouble fulfilling an order or need to ask questions or help setting up an customer account.
Panda Express Contact Information
Panda Express provides various ways for old and new customers to contact them for different needs, including general inquiries, food menu orders, assistance with dishes, discounts or billing questions, and more.
Go to the Panda Express Contact page for detailed contact options. You might also want to know more about Panda Express Menu for customers benefits, coupons and discounts.
