
Panda Express Menu with Prices
Updated October 2026Chinese, American, Fast Food
- 25 items
- 2,200 stores
- Prices +2.1% vs 2025
Panda Express is a fast food chain with over 2,200 locations known for Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, Honey Walnut Shrimp. Our Panda Express menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including entrées, sides & rice, kids menu (panda cub), drinks. Current deals include Panda Rewards: Free Entrée After $50 Spent.
Breakfast 8:00 AM–10:30 AM daily Menu & hours
The Panda Express menu features 25 items across Entrées, Sides & Rice, Kids Menu (Panda Cub), Drinks, with current prices, calories, and full nutrition facts, updated October 2026.
Panda Express Signature Items & Most Popular Menu Items
The most-ordered items on the Panda Express menu — from the iconic Orange Chicken and Beijing Beef to Honey Walnut Shrimp, Broccoli Beef, and Chow Mein.
Orange Chicken
$4.80Crispy chicken bites wok-tossed in a sweet and spicy orange glaze — Panda Express's bestselling dish
Price and nutritionBeijing Beef
$5.30Crispy beef strips wok-tossed in a sweet-tangy sauce with red bell peppers and onions
Price and nutritionHoney Walnut Shrimp
$6.50Crispy shrimp wok-tossed in a honey sauce and topped with candied walnuts
Price and nutritionKung Pao Chicken
$5.30Tender chicken wok-tossed with peanuts, red bell peppers, and chili peppers in a spicy sauce
Price and nutritionChow Mein
$3.30Stir-fried wheat noodles with onions, celery, and cabbage — Panda Express's signature side
Price and nutritionPanda Express Nutrition Info — Calories, Protein & Allergens
Panda Express menu calories and nutrition data for every item — including Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, Broccoli Beef, sides, and dietary flags for gluten-free options.
Official Panda Express allergen guide →Highest-Calorie Items
- Fried Rice · 13g protein620 cal
- Chow Mein · 15g protein600 cal
- Panda Cub Meal — Orange Chicken · 22g protein580 cal
- Steamed Rice · 10g protein520 cal
Lowest-Calorie Items
- Iced Tea0 cal
- Super Greens · 9g protein130 cal
- Broccoli Beef · 15g protein150 cal
- Apple Pie Roll · 2g protein150 cal
Highest-Protein Items
- Grilled Teriyaki Chicken · 275 cal33g protein
- Panda Cub Meal — Teriyaki Chicken · 400 cal28g protein
- Panda Cub Meal — Orange Chicken · 580 cal22g protein
- Black Pepper Sirloin Steak · 180 cal19g protein
| Item | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Chicken | 510 | 16g | 53g | 24g |
| The Original Orange Chicken | 510 | 16g | 53g | 24g |
| Beijing Beef | 470 | 14g | 46g | 27g |
| Kung Pao Chicken | 320 | 17g | 15g | 21g |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp | 430 | 13g | 32g | 28g |
| String Bean Chicken Breast | 210 | 12g | 13g | 12g |
| Broccoli Beef | 150 | 15g | 12g | 6g |
| Mushroom Chicken | 220 | 13g | 10g | 14g |
| SweetFire Chicken Breast | 360 | 15g | 40g | 15g |
| Black Pepper Sirloin Steak | 180 | 19g | 12g | 6g |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken | 275 | 33g | 14g | 10g |
| Honey Sesame Chicken Breast | 340 | 16g | 35g | 15g |
| Chow Mein | 600 | 15g | 94g | 23g |
| Fried Rice | 620 | 13g | 101g | 19g |
| Steamed Rice | 520 | 10g | 118g | 0g |
| Super Greens | 130 | 9g | 14g | 4g |
| Apple Pie Roll | 150 | 2g | 30g | 3g |
| Chicken Egg Roll (2-count) | 400 | 12g | 40g | 20g |
| Veggie Spring Roll (2-count) | 240 | 4g | 24g | 14g |
| Panda Cub Meal — Orange Chicken | 580 | 22g | 84g | 17g |
| Panda Cub Meal — Teriyaki Chicken | 400 | 28g | 36g | 16g |
| Soft Drink (Medium) | 370 | 0g | 100g | 0g |
| Iced Tea | 0 | 0g | 0g | 0g |
Allergen Notice: Menu items may contain or come into contact with common allergens including milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish. Always check with the restaurant directly if you have specific dietary needs or severe allergies. This information is provided as a reference and may not be complete.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Compare calories and protein across all chains on our nutrition comparison page.
Panda Express Breakfast Menu & Hours
Breakfast 8:00 AM–10:30 AM daily. Prices and calories below.
Opening hours
| Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Sunday | 8:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
Best Value at Panda Express
Cheapest item: Steamed Rice at $2.30 (Sides & Rice)
Smart Ordering Tips at Panda Express
Real ways to save, calculated from the Panda Express menu, deals, and rewards.
Cheapest item on the menu
Steamed Rice at $2.30 (Sides & Rice) is the lowest-priced item on the Panda Express menu.
See full menu →Best protein-per-dollar
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken delivers 33g of protein for $5.30: the best protein-per-dollar pick on the menu.
Compare nutrition →Current deal: Panda Rewards: 10 Points per $1
Free loyalty program: earn 10 Panda Points per $1, with a welcome gift toward your first purchase and a birthday gift. Redemptions start at 200 points.
See all deals →3 secret menu items
Order off the secret menu to get more for your money: Super Greens with Garlic Sauce is a favorite. Full ordering instructions included.
See secret menu →Order in the official app
Panda Express runs app-exclusive deals, rewards, and free-signup offers. Ordering through the app is usually cheaper than in person.
Visit the app →Check seasonal items
Panda Express currently has 1 limited-time seasonal item: these often offer the best new value on the menu.
See seasonal items →New & Seasonal Items
Limited-time offerings at Panda Express.
Hot Orange Chicken
$5.49Crispy chicken tossed in a spicy orange glaze
Panda Express Value & Nutrition Guides
Ranked picks computed from our verified Panda Express menu data: best value, most protein, and lightest meals, with prices on every row.
Meal Price Calculator
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Entrées
Orange Chicken
$4.80 · 510 cal
The Original Orange Chicken
$4.80 · 510 cal
Beijing Beef
$5.30 · 470 cal
Kung Pao Chicken
$5.30 · 320 cal
Honey Walnut Shrimp
$6.50 · 430 cal
String Bean Chicken Breast
$5.30 · 210 cal
Broccoli Beef
$5.30 · 150 cal
Mushroom Chicken
$5.30 · 220 cal
SweetFire Chicken Breast
$5.30 · 360 cal
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak
Varies by location · 180 cal
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
$5.30 · 275 cal
Honey Sesame Chicken Breast
$5.30 · 340 cal
Sides & Rice
Chow Mein
$3.30 · 600 cal
Fried Rice
$3.30 · 620 cal
Steamed Rice
$2.30 · 520 cal
Super Greens
$3.30 · 130 cal
Apple Pie Roll
$2.50 · 150 cal
Chicken Egg Roll (2-count)
$3.00 · 400 cal
Veggie Spring Roll (2-count)
$3.00 · 240 cal
Kids Menu (Panda Cub)
Panda Cub Meal — Orange Chicken
$5.50 · 580 cal
Panda Cub Meal — Kung Pao Chicken
Varies by location
Panda Cub Meal — Teriyaki Chicken
$5.50 · 400 cal
Drinks
Soft Drink (Medium)
$2.49 · 370 cal
Bottled Water
Varies by location
Iced Tea
$2.49 · 0 cal
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Nutrition Calculator
Build a meal and see total calories, protein, carbs, and fat.
Entrées
Orange Chicken
510 cal · P: 16g · C: 53g · F: 24g
The Original Orange Chicken
510 cal · P: 16g · C: 53g · F: 24g
Beijing Beef
470 cal · P: 14g · C: 46g · F: 27g
Kung Pao Chicken
320 cal · P: 17g · C: 15g · F: 21g
Honey Walnut Shrimp
430 cal · P: 13g · C: 32g · F: 28g
String Bean Chicken Breast
210 cal · P: 12g · C: 13g · F: 12g
Broccoli Beef
150 cal · P: 15g · C: 12g · F: 6g
Mushroom Chicken
220 cal · P: 13g · C: 10g · F: 14g
SweetFire Chicken Breast
360 cal · P: 15g · C: 40g · F: 15g
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak
180 cal · P: 19g · C: 12g · F: 6g
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
275 cal · P: 33g · C: 14g · F: 10g
Honey Sesame Chicken Breast
340 cal · P: 16g · C: 35g · F: 15g
Sides & Rice
Chow Mein
600 cal · P: 15g · C: 94g · F: 23g
Fried Rice
620 cal · P: 13g · C: 101g · F: 19g
Steamed Rice
520 cal · P: 10g · C: 118g · F: 0g
Super Greens
130 cal · P: 9g · C: 14g · F: 4g
Apple Pie Roll
150 cal · P: 2g · C: 30g · F: 3g
Chicken Egg Roll (2-count)
400 cal · per 2 egg rolls · P: 12g · C: 40g · F: 20g
Veggie Spring Roll (2-count)
240 cal · per 2 spring rolls · P: 4g · C: 24g · F: 14g
Kids Menu (Panda Cub)
Panda Cub Meal — Orange Chicken
580 cal · P: 22g · C: 84g · F: 17g
Panda Cub Meal — Kung Pao Chicken
Panda Cub Meal — Teriyaki Chicken
400 cal · P: 28g · C: 36g · F: 16g
Drinks
Soft Drink (Medium)
370 cal · P: 0g · C: 100g · F: 0g
Bottled Water
Iced Tea
0 cal · P: 0g · C: 0g · F: 0g
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Price History
How prices have changed over time for a signature item at Panda Express.Current trend: +2.1% vs 2025.
Coupons, Promo Codes & Rewards
Hand-checked promo codes, rewards programs, and app-exclusive offers for Panda Express.
📱 App & Rewards
Panda Rewards: 10 Points per $1
Free loyalty program: earn 10 Panda Points per $1, with a welcome gift toward your first purchase and a birthday gift. Redemptions start at 200 points.
Points expire after 365 days without qualifying activity. Redeem in the app or on the website.
Community Sentiment
What customers are saying across Reddit, Google Reviews, Yelp, and social media.
About on par with the 4.0 average across all 104 chains we track.
Sentiment by Category
How customers rate 4 aspects of this chain, derived from the praise and complaints above.
Food Quality & Taste
5.0How customers rate the food itself: flavor, freshness, consistency, preparation.
Praise: Orange Chicken — the most popular item
Complaint: Rice frequently soggy
Value & Price
4.1Perceived bang for the buck: prices, deals, value menus, portion size for cost.
Praise: Plate for $7.50 (2 Entrées + Side)
Complaint: Premium items like Honey Walnut Shrimp priced high
Service & Speed
4.1Order accuracy, staff, speed, and overall experience at the counter or drive-thru.
Praise: Fast wok-fired service
Convenience & Hours
3.9Location accessibility, hours, late-night availability, app ordering, payment quirks.
Praise: Plate for $7.50 (2 Entrées + Side)
Complaint: Portion inconsistency between locations
Category scores are derived from the sentiment signals above: each praise point lifts a category, each complaint lowers it, starting from the overall score.
Score
3.9 / 5
Good rating
Ranking
#46 of 104
by customer sentiment
Top pick
Orange Chicken
$4.80 on the current menu
Panda Express sits around a 3.9-4.0 aggregate on Google and Yelp, and Orange Chicken is overwhelmingly the community favorite — fans call it the go-to American-Chinese fast food. Beijing Beef and chow mein get frequent shout-outs, and the speed of wok-fired service is a consistent point of praise. The most common complaints involve inconsistent portion sizes, soggy rice, and store-to-store quality swings, alongside lingering salt and MSG concerns. Reddit threads often debate which location is best, reflecting a chain that is loved for its signature dish but judged harshly on execution consistency.
People Love
- + Orange Chicken — the most popular item
- + Beijing Beef
- + Chow Mein
- + Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
- + Fast wok-fired service
Common Complaints
- - Portion inconsistency between locations
- - Rice frequently soggy
- - Quality varies by store
- - Salt and MSG concerns
- - Premium items like Honey Walnut Shrimp priced high
Most Recommended
Best Value
- $Plate for $7.50 (2 Entrées + Side)
- $Panda Cub kids meal at $5.50
- $Bowl with Broccoli Beef and Super Greens$5.30
- $5 Person Family Meal
Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free Options
Menu items flagged with dietary labels at Panda Express.
Chow Mein
VegetarianStir-fried wheat noodles with onions, celery, and cabbage
Sides & Rice
Steamed Rice
VeganWhite jasmine rice
Sides & Rice
Super Greens
VeganGluten-FreeSteamed kale, broccoli, and cabbage — the healthiest side option
Sides & Rice
Apple Pie Roll
VegetarianWarm crispy roll filled with apple pie filling — a dessert side
Sides & Rice
Veggie Spring Roll (2-count)
VegetarianCrispy spring rolls filled with vegetables
Sides & Rice
Soft Drink (Medium)
VeganCoca-Cola fountain beverage
Drinks
Bottled Water
VeganBottled water from Panda Express's drink menu.
Drinks
Iced Tea
VeganFreshly brewed iced tea
Drinks
Regional Price Differences
Estimated Panda Express menu prices by location, based on regional operating costs.
| Location | Price | vs Average | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York City | $5.40 | +$0.58 | Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Orange Chicken |
| Los Angeles | $4.80 | -$0.02 | Estimated — on par with national average — Orange Chicken |
| Chicago | $4.90 | +$0.08 | Estimated — higher operating costs — Orange Chicken |
| Houston | $4.60 | -$0.22 | Estimated — lower operating costs — Orange Chicken |
| Atlanta | $4.70 | -$0.12 | Estimated — on par with national average — Orange Chicken |
| Columbus | $4.50 | -$0.32 | Estimated — lower operating costs — Orange Chicken |
Panda Express Hours
When Panda Express is open, when breakfast and lunch are served, and holiday hours.
Store hours
Panda Express opening and closing times are set by each location and can differ between dine-in, drive-thru and delivery. Check your local restaurant for today's exact hours.
Find hours near you (official store locator) →Breakfast & lunch hours
- Breakfast: Monday–Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Typical times; participating locations may vary.
Holiday hours
Most Panda Express locations are typically closed on:
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Some franchised locations set their own holiday hours.
Locations
Where to find Panda Express near you.
Locations
Panda Express has 2,200 locations worldwide across 10 regions.
Panda Express Menu Questions — Orange Chicken, Prices & Nutrition
Answers to common questions about the Panda Express menu — Orange Chicken prices, bowl vs plate pricing, kids meals, catering, and nutritional info.
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Prices and nutrition data sourced from www.pandaexpress.com and verified as of 2026-10-01. See our methodology for data collection details.
