In Arizona, businesses, including restaurants, generally cannot lock their doors while customers are inside unless there is a valid reason that complies with fire codes, safety regulations, and local laws. Here’s what you need to consider:
Key Legal and Safety Concerns: 1. Fire Code Compliance – The International Fire Code (IFC) (which Arizona follows) requires that exit doors remain unlocked while the building is occupied, except in specific cases (e.g., security measures for employee safety after hours). 2. Emergency Egress – Customers must be able to exit freely in case of an emergency. Any locked exit without emergency release mechanisms (like crash bars) would violate fire and safety codes. 3. Health and Safety Regulations – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and local health departments have safety requirements that could apply, particularly if locking doors could pose a hazard. 4. Security Exceptions – Some businesses lock doors for security reasons, such as during late-night operations, but typically must still provide a way for customers to exit freely, such as a buzzer system or emergency push-bar doors. 5. Local Ordinances – Cities may have specific rules, so it’s worth checking local municipal codes.
In Yuma, Arizona, restaurants are required to keep exit doors unlocked during business hours when customers are present. This mandate ensures compliance with the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), which the City of Yuma has adopted with local amendments. 
The IFC stipulates that exit doors must remain unlocked to allow free egress in case of emergencies. Locking doors while patrons are inside can obstruct emergency exits, posing significant safety hazards and violating fire safety regulations.
For detailed information or specific inquiries about local fire codes and safety regulations, it’s advisable to contact the City of Yuma Fire Department’s Community Risk Reduction Division at (928) 373-4850. 
Ensuring that exit doors are accessible and unobstructed during operating hours is crucial for the safety of all occupants and to remain compliant with local fire safety laws.
Gabe Smith
I love Panda Express but this location served me shrimp that caused such severe food poisoning that I lost 8 pounds, drained two IV bags and was hospitalized for a day
Food: 1
Eduardo Gutierrez
Hits the spot every time. Orange chicken was on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Orange Chicken with Chow Mein
Jean Loomans
Well it's not my favorite anymore, all seems to taste practicly the same.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
G And C Squad Gaming
They barely gave me ANY FOOD! They gave me 3 pieces of broccoli…
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Beef with Broccoli
Natasha Arellano
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! The server rolled her eyes because we wouldn’t hurry on deciding what food to get. When she was serving the kids meal portion she only put 3 broccolis and really really small portions. When we told her (in a nice way even smiling) That we thought she was serving really small portions she rolled her eyes and than made a comment to herself “Thats what a kids meal is” She expressed that in english even though my mom was the one ordering in SPANISH. When she did that i translated to my mom what she said under her breath and we all got uncomfortable. When we sat down to eat we saw the kids meal even closer. We saw it was way worse than what we thought. So i took Both Kids meal to the “Supervisor” And even told her nicely that we had always had good experience and that we understand if the girl serving the plates was frustrated but that was still NO excuse to treat us that way. The supervisor proceeded to make a disgust face and said “Thats a normal portion and if they ever gave you more than that than they were doing it wrong before” And than proceeded to IGNORE my complaint about her employee. Than the supervisor said “If you wanna buy another bowl you are more than welcome to” With such a passive aggressive tone. I decided to finish the conversation and just say Thank you. Later on while we were eating we heard another Hispanic couple fighting with the same server. We felt uncomfortable because the same worker and manager kept staring at us. Hope im able to go back to the same panda since ive always had an Amazing experience until 11/30/24. Ive been a client for more than 6 years of that same Panda and this is our first bad experience and what is worst is that even my family experienced it on a day that was supposed to be fun.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Chris Montoya
Prices are up and portion size is way down since last time I was here. Got white rice and honey walnut shrimp and te girl actually scooped up 2 pieces to 'top it off' and put 1 piece back leaving 1 last piece to be put in my bowl. What an absolute joke? Will most definitely NOT be back here. There's plenty of other places in this plaza to eat and actually leave full for the same price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Michael Bettencourt
Twice now within a week.. I am not going to count the other times. I figured we would give them another chance... Nope, we were wrong. Messed up the orders both times. Went inside the first time shorted to go order. Wasn't able to check the order until we arrived at our destination. Also, I asked for soy sauce and didn't get any as well. The second time, we went through the drive thru. Even worse. The whole order was messed up, and short an item. Wow ,is their a shortage on soy sauce? I am not aware of any. Asked for it, I didn't get any once again. Oh, and forget about getting any chicken, meat, etc., they skimp on this. All you get is vegetables. This place has to be one of the worst Panda Express ever... Do not go here. Save yourself the headache.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Alexander Stricklin
Great place to eat, only issue I have is for some reason it's as if they don't want to give out the regular white rice, every time I order it as one of my side they give me fried rice.
Had to wait a few minutes for more food to be cooked. It was not long and girl was very helpful and friendly.
Parking: They had blocked off area in main parking lot that used to be used for drive thru. It used to be hard to back out when leaving. This was done a while ago. So much easier to get in and out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Side Chow Mein, Chow Mein Honey Walnut Shrimp, Orange Chicken with Chow Mein, Black Pepper Angus Steak
Jeannette Diez Martinez
The best location in Yuma! Portions are perfect and the food is delicious. I've been to the other two locations in town, but Panda Express on 16th Street is way better ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Edwin Gonzalez
They open early but,won't have alot of items ready. I went in at almost 1030am and had 3 items to choose.
Ali Martinez
The best Panda Express location in town! My mom and I have ordered here before and the servings are awesome. The food is also very well-prepared. Very kind and helpful staff too. Although we live closer to the Foothills, we don't mind making the trip to stop by here whenever we're craving it.
Good food and good service
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
In Arizona, businesses, including restaurants, generally cannot lock their doors while customers are inside unless there is a valid reason that complies with fire codes, safety regulations, and local laws. Here’s what you need to consider:
Key Legal and Safety Concerns:
1. Fire Code Compliance – The International Fire Code (IFC) (which Arizona follows) requires that exit doors remain unlocked while the building is occupied, except in specific cases (e.g., security measures for employee safety after hours).
2. Emergency Egress – Customers must be able to exit freely in case of an emergency. Any locked exit without emergency release mechanisms (like crash bars) would violate fire and safety codes.
3. Health and Safety Regulations – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and local health departments have safety requirements that could apply, particularly if locking doors could pose a hazard.
4. Security Exceptions – Some businesses lock doors for security reasons, such as during late-night operations, but typically must still provide a way for customers to exit freely, such as a buzzer system or emergency push-bar doors.
5. Local Ordinances – Cities may have specific rules, so it’s worth checking local municipal codes.
In Yuma, Arizona, restaurants are required to keep exit doors unlocked during business hours when customers are present. This mandate ensures compliance with the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC), which the City of Yuma has adopted with local amendments. 
The IFC stipulates that exit doors must remain unlocked to allow free egress in case of emergencies. Locking doors while patrons are inside can obstruct emergency exits, posing significant safety hazards and violating fire safety regulations.
For detailed information or specific inquiries about local fire codes and safety regulations, it’s advisable to contact the City of Yuma Fire Department’s Community Risk Reduction Division at (928) 373-4850. 
Ensuring that exit doors are accessible and unobstructed during operating hours is crucial for the safety of all occupants and to remain compliant with local fire safety laws.
I love Panda Express but this location served me shrimp that caused such severe food poisoning that I lost 8 pounds, drained two IV bags and was hospitalized for a day
Food: 1
Hits the spot every time. Orange chicken was on point.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Orange Chicken with Chow Mein
Well it's not my favorite anymore, all seems to taste practicly the same.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
They barely gave me ANY FOOD! They gave me 3 pieces of broccoli…
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Beef with Broccoli
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! The server rolled her eyes because we wouldn’t hurry on deciding what food to get. When she was serving the kids meal portion she only put 3 broccolis and really really small portions. When we told her (in a nice way even smiling) That we thought she was serving really small portions she rolled her eyes and than made a comment to herself “Thats what a kids meal is” She expressed that in english even though my mom was the one ordering in SPANISH. When she did that i translated to my mom what she said under her breath and we all got uncomfortable. When we sat down to eat we saw the kids meal even closer. We saw it was way worse than what we thought. So i took Both Kids meal to the “Supervisor” And even told her nicely that we had always had good experience and that we understand if the girl serving the plates was frustrated but that was still NO excuse to treat us that way. The supervisor proceeded to make a disgust face and said “Thats a normal portion and if they ever gave you more than that than they were doing it wrong before” And than proceeded to IGNORE my complaint about her employee. Than the supervisor said “If you wanna buy another bowl you are more than welcome to” With such a passive aggressive tone. I decided to finish the conversation and just say Thank you. Later on while we were eating we heard another Hispanic couple fighting with the same server. We felt uncomfortable because the same worker and manager kept staring at us. Hope im able to go back to the same panda since ive always had an Amazing experience until 11/30/24. Ive been a client for more than 6 years of that same Panda and this is our first bad experience and what is worst is that even my family experienced it on a day that was supposed to be fun.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Prices are up and portion size is way down since last time I was here. Got white rice and honey walnut shrimp and te girl actually scooped up 2 pieces to 'top it off' and put 1 piece back leaving 1 last piece to be put in my bowl. What an absolute joke? Will most definitely NOT be back here. There's plenty of other places in this plaza to eat and actually leave full for the same price.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Twice now within a week.. I am not going to count the other times. I figured we would give them another chance... Nope, we were wrong. Messed up the orders both times. Went inside the first time shorted to go order. Wasn't able to check the order until we arrived at our destination. Also, I asked for soy sauce and didn't get any as well. The second time, we went through the drive thru. Even worse. The whole order was messed up, and short an item. Wow ,is their a shortage on soy sauce? I am not aware of any. Asked for it, I didn't get any once again. Oh, and forget about getting any chicken, meat, etc., they skimp on this. All you get is vegetables. This place has to be one of the worst Panda Express ever... Do not go here. Save yourself the headache.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Great place to eat, only issue I have is for some reason it's as if they don't want to give out the regular white rice, every time I order it as one of my side they give me fried rice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Orange Chicken with Chow Mein
Restaurantji Recommends
Had to wait a few minutes for more food to be cooked. It was not long and girl was very helpful and friendly.
Parking: They had blocked off area in main parking lot that used to be used for drive thru. It used to be hard to back out when leaving. This was done a while ago. So much easier to get in and out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Side Chow Mein, Chow Mein Honey Walnut Shrimp, Orange Chicken with Chow Mein, Black Pepper Angus Steak
The best location in Yuma! Portions are perfect and the food is delicious. I've been to the other two locations in town, but Panda Express on 16th Street is way better ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They open early but,won't have alot of items ready. I went in at almost 1030am and had 3 items to choose.
The best Panda Express location in town! My mom and I have ordered here before and the servings are awesome. The food is also very well-prepared. Very kind and helpful staff too. Although we live closer to the Foothills, we don't mind making the trip to stop by here whenever we're craving it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
They gave me the wrong order
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