Verified menu prices · Aug 12, 2026
Panda Express Menu & Prices
National Average · 2,300+ Locations
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Panda Express is the largest American Chinese restaurant chain, operating over 2,300 US locations and serving a unique menu of American-style Chinese dishes loved by millions. Famous for its Orange Chicken — one of the best-selling fast food items in the country — menu prices range from a $0.30 fortune cookie to $42.99 for a Family Feast. Plate combos are the most popular way to order, letting diners mix and match entrees with sides like fried rice or chow mein, typically running $9–$12. The Panda Rewards app offers members exclusive deals, free entrees, and early access to new limited-time items.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | American Chinese Fast Food |
| Avg menu price | $9.58 |
| Calorie range | 30–980 kcal |
| Most expensive | Party Tray Entree (Serves 18-22) ($65.81) |
| Cheapest item | Fortune Cookie ($0.30) |
| Total categories | 8 |
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Regional pricing
Varies
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Seasonal & New Items
What's new and rotating at Panda Express right now — availability varies by location.
Chains rotate LTOs (limited-time offers) throughout the year. We track new launches as they hit national menus and flag regional exclusives when data is available.
Limited Edition Bowl
Rotating LTO — check your local store
$6.99Holiday Special Combo
Available while supplies last
$8.49New Sauce Flight
Try three signature sauces
$1.99Happy Hour & Deals
Current windows and bundles at Panda Express — confirm with your local store before you go.
Promotions change by region and franchise owner. The table below shows typical national patterns; your store may differ on timing and eligibility.
| Deal | Hours | Days | Typical savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Entree on First App Order | All day | Daily | Save up to $10.57 |
| Panda Rewards — Free Food | All day | Daily | Earn free food |
| $3 Off Any Plate or Bigger Plate | All day | Daily | Save $3.03 |
| Double Points Day | All day | Daily | Double rewards |
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Panda Express Calories & Nutrition
Quick calorie and protein look-up for popular items — menu range 30–980 kcal.
Nutrition values are based on standard recipes and national data. Customizations (extra cheese, sauces, upsizes) can add 100–400+ calories. Use our calculator to build an exact meal total.
| Item | Calories | Protein | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Pan-Fried Noodles | 980 cal | 35g | $9.55 |
| Fried Rice | 520 cal | 11g | $4.50 |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp | 510 cal | 11g | $10.61 |
| Chow Mein | 510 cal | 13g | $4.49 |
| Orange Chicken | 490 cal | 22g | $9.58 |
| Beijing Beef | 470 cal | 14g | $9.50 |
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Panda Express Ordering Options
Drive-thru, app pickup, delivery, and dine-in — plus typical store hours.
Most Panda Express locations support multiple order channels. Hours below reflect common national schedules; always check your nearest restaurant for holidays and 24-hour locations.
Drive-Thru
Fastest option at most locations — order ahead in the app.
Mobile Order & Pickup
Skip the line. Customize, pay, and pick up in-store.
Delivery
Available via official app and major delivery partners.
Dine-In
Walk in and order at the counter or kiosk when available.
Typical store hours
| Day / service | Hours |
|---|---|
| Midtown Manhattan (New York) | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Beverly Center (Los Angeles) | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| State Street (Chicago) | 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Memorial City (Houston) | 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM |
| Polaris Fashion Place (Columbus) | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Northgate Mall (Boise) | 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM |
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How We Source Panda Express Prices
EatsPrices aggregates menu data from official brand sources, in-store receipt checks, and crowd-sourced submissions. Each price is normalized to a national average — your local Panda Express may charge slightly more or less based on city, franchise, and taxes.
- Primary sources — brand websites, app menus, and published PDF menus
- Verification — cross-checked against recent receipt photos and user reports
- Updates — automated daily scans; manual review on flagged changes
- Limitations — regional pricing, delivery markups, and combo upsells may differ
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest item at Panda Express is the Fortune Cookie at $0.30. Individual appetizers like the Chicken Egg Roll, Veggie Spring Roll, and Cream Cheese Rangoon are all $2.00 each, making them the most affordable substantial menu options.
Panda Express does not have a traditional dollar menu. However, the Panda Rewards app offers regular deals including free entrees, $3 off plate combos, and free appetizers with orders that provide strong everyday value.
A serving of Panda Express Orange Chicken (as part of a plate) contains approximately 490 calories with 22g of protein, 51g of carbs, and 23g of fat. Pairing it with steamed white rice instead of fried rice saves around 140 calories.
Yes. Panda Express offers several vegetarian and vegan-friendly items. The Super Greens, White Steamed Rice, Brown Steamed Rice, and Mixed Vegetables are naturally vegan. The Eggplant Tofu and Veggie Spring Roll are vegetarian. Many items can be customised to remove meat.
Yes. The Panda Rewards app allows customers to earn points on every purchase redeemable for free food. New members receive a free entree on their first app order, and the app features regular bonus point days, $3 off promotions, and exclusive limited-time offers.
Orange Chicken is by far Panda Express's most popular item and one of the best-selling fast food dishes in the US, with over 100 million pounds sold annually. The dish was created by Chef Andy Kao in 1987 and is exclusive to Panda Express.
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