23 Best Chinese Restaurants near La Quinta

“Food was excellent!! The service was little slow but it was very busy. Nice otherwise!!😋🥰“

“The food is absolutely delicious! The staff is very friendly and attentive. They have a great variety of Asian dishes and they are all absolutely delicious, you much give it a try!“

“We went there tonight for the first time after getting a flyer for them. The dining area is clean and nice decor but a bit crowded when navigating between tables. We were asked for our drink order right away, and it delivered quickly. The male server came to take our order but we were not quite ready yet since this was our first visit and wanted to look over the menu. The server turned and left in a huff 🙄, sorry we were putting him out… Later a different server came to take our order. Again, I felt we were putting her out as well, not very hospitable or welcoming. Our meal arrived and it was very good; we really enjoyed it. Unfortunately after the meal was delivered our server went missing in action, no check back or refill on our drinks. In fact she was so busy chatting with the table behind me that she just reached over to set the bill for the meal on our table without breaking stride in her conversation with the other table. When it was time to go we asked for to-go containers for what we had not eaten; again I felt like we interrupted her as she returned with the containers dropped them on the table, turned and walked away. Later she returned to pick up our payment, not a thank you or how was your visit just grab and go. Bottom line for us, while the food was very good, well prepared and presented. The service was very underwhelming. We will have to think about returning for a second visit.“

“fresh quality ingredients, deliciously authentic Chinese food, friendly service. i confidently recommend this restaurant 👌“

“very good food!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!“

“recently visited Panda Express and I have to say, this location truly stands out when it comes to consistency, cleanliness, and overall customer experience.

From the moment I walked in, the restaurant felt welcoming and well-maintained. The dining area was spotless, with neatly arranged tables and a modern, organized layout that made it easy to sit down and enjoy a meal comfortably. Even during a busy time, the staff kept everything clean and presentable, which is something I always appreciate when dining out.

The service was efficient and friendly. The team behind the counter moved quickly while still being attentive to each customer. They were patient, answered questions about menu items, and made sure portions were generous. It’s clear that the staff here takes pride in delivering a positive experience rather than just rushing through orders.

Now let’s talk about the food — exactly what you expect from Panda Express, but done right. Everything looked fresh, hot, and well-prepared. The Orange Chicken had the perfect balance of crispiness and flavor, the chow mein was cooked just right, and the fried rice had great texture without being overly greasy. You can tell the food turnover is high here, which means you’re getting freshly made items instead of something that’s been sitting too long.

One thing that really stood out to me was the consistency. Whether you’re a regular Panda Express customer or trying it for the first time, this location delivers that familiar taste you’re looking for — but with an extra level of care in both presentation and service.

The location itself is also very convenient, right off CA-111 in La Quinta, making it an easy stop whether you’re local or just passing through. Parking is simple, and the overall accessibility adds to the smooth experience.

Overall, I would highly recommend this Panda Express location to anyone looking for a quick, reliable, and satisfying meal. Between the clean environment, friendly staff, and consistently good food, this spot definitely earns a solid 5-star experience. I’ll definitely be coming back again.

The service stood out right away. The staff was friendly, efficient, and attentive without making the experience feel rushed. Even during a steady flow of customers, they kept the line moving quickly while still making sure each order was handled properly. It’s always a good sign when employees are working together smoothly, and that’s exactly what I noticed here.

The food was fresh and flavorful, which is what keeps me coming back to Panda Express. The Orange Chicken was perfectly crispy with just the right amount of sauce, and the chow mein had a great texture and taste. Everything looked fresh on the line, and the portions were generous, making it a great value for the price.

Another thing I appreciated was the consistency. You know what to expect from Panda Express, and this location delivers it at a high level. It’s a reliable spot when you want something quick but still satisfying.“

“I only post reviews when it is terrible or delicious. This place swung for the fences. Massive portions and so delicious. Broccoli and beef, orange chicken, vegetable lo-mein, white rice, and fried rice. Cooked fresh and no disappointment. I have been trying to find a decent Chinese restaurant in her in the valley for 10 years and I found it!!!“

“Great place. I had the lunch special with chicken chowmein. I will definitely go back.“

“I always have the best experience here. I bring my friends here from all over the world and they all say the same thing about this place. It’s the best Chinese food they’ve ever had. I can’t leave a review without mentioning the best server Christina. Shes such a wonderful soul, her personality make the experience that much better.“

“We are here for lunch to celebrate my birthday, delightful service from a lady server Susan whose recommendations were sublime, great view of the fountain lake, had delicious sizzling chili sauce pork dumpling (best dumpling you ever had in your life), Chang’s lettuce wraps, succulent garlic fried noodles, refreshing cucumber salad, divine lobster and prawn fried rice, very crispy banana spring roll dessert (ask for vanilla ice cream instead). The best P.F. Chang ever!“

“My general tso was a hit, it tasted so damn good ? ? ? and was made to order so it was fresh guaranteed, my Styrofoam plate was almost burnt from the sizzling oil from the general and mixed with white rice I obviously dug it in the excess oil and Sriracha sauce, I will be coming back for their other items for sure.“

“it's a good place to eat 🤗“

“Went in to celebrate a birthday today 7/20 around 7:30pm and they made it super special. The Joy team signed a birthday card and they sang happy birthday. Got the Kimchi stew with soft tofu. It was absolutely delicious. Also got the Szechuan Style Beef Tenderloin and it was great, very flavorful. Their service was outstanding. Our server was on top of everything. She was amazing! Will definitely be back.“

“There is a young woman with a nose piercing who is very stingy about the portions. The 1st time she served me I got combo A and she gave me so little that the plate was basically empty and I told her that anytime I get combo A I would get the plate full and she said no that's not true, that's only with Combo B. I got combo B and she, yet again gave me baby portions but this time I didn't say anything. Her coworker looked at my plate and saw how little she gave me and added a bit more. Honestly, if I get her again next time I am walking out the door. She had the audacity to tell me I was wrong that the portions are that small when I have been coming here for years and recently when I got another person, that person did give me enough. I love the food, just that one person is seriously pissing me off.“

“We had such a great experience at City Wok! The food came out fast but didn’t feel like fast food at all—everything was fresh, flavorful, and really well done. The indoor/outdoor space had such a fun vibe with great music, and the wait staff was fantastic. Geoffrey was hands-down one of the best servers we’ve had in years—super quick, attentive, and genuinely kind and intentional. Happy hour (3–6 PM) absolutely delivered—large portions, great food, and you don’t even need to order a drink to enjoy the happy hour menu, which we loved. We’ll definitely be back!“

“As far as fast food goes, this place is pretty consistent…. The food is usually pretty fresh and the serving sizes are good too. This location is always clean and well maintained. The staff here tonight were efficient and helpful, even though there was a line out the door. This happens occasionally mid week when they do a school fundraiser.“

“3-6-2026
Seen someone lock their bike up I thought really this is a good community and people are good...
I shared experience my bike open and free for any and all .... walked down street to advertise market network... come back bike gone and I see the other guy riding his locked up bike down the road just before that...

I seen bike gone I shared my red Wilson Tennis bag to full of food and some clothing
Wow gifted my whole life away here today
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Now I just what's in my pockets id's and some fruits lemons...

Just a show for the community....

We ALL have 3 goals in life===========

1: Prepare the way for ALL. Every valley filled in mountain made low path made straight ways made smooth. ALL DOORS OPEN. So ALL will see and share salvation.

2: Encourage everyone to plant food producing plants trees any and everywhere Forests of free Food for all to eat.. parks full of food; food everywhere. There are enough plants that will have fruits that in every month when planted all Will share free food... in every month of the year naturally...

3: THE UNIVERSE a free holistic healing journey. This is every temple or church with the name of ALL AND ANY GOD Open always. This is a two for one thing first is hospital's free to ALL, all kinds of healing, holistic every form and way; free to all, for all. Next is same; more open like a bunch of land where any and ALL are welcome free to ALL. Free water food shelter which is healing and teaching doors always open.

What's for me will always be for me will bw free for me and will always share freely with and for me always water food shelter healing teaching and doors always open

Ps The person found me and brought the bike back amazing I said you know you can have it if you need and want it I appreciate that they said it'd be an upliftment so I blessed it to them for good“

“We stay at a timeshare near this restaurant. It is in the shopping center where I shop for groceries and I have seen it for years.\nLast night we wanted to go somewhere close by, so we tried it.\nIt was really good. The service was excellent and the food was very good. This will be a new regular spot for us when we visit.“

“I got there 15 minutes before closing because someone really wanted orange chicken! The person who helped us was really nice and offered to make a little more when she saw my son was sad. He was really happy with his food! Thanks so much for the great service.“

“UPDATE (2/14/26):** I came back to give this local spot a second chance and I’m so glad I did! 10/10 taste today. I ordered inside (Sweet & Sour Chicken, sauce on side) and it was fresh and crispy. Pro-tip: Order inside if you can—you get it fresh from the wok! I’m moving this to 5 stars because they clearly care about the quality when it's made to order. Support local!“

“Great food wuth great flavor... feels like a hidden gem in the desert.. quiet atmosphere with different sports on tv.. hot food was hot cold foods were cold.. plenty of food even with a decent crowd.. priced just right.. gave SERVICE a 3 🌟 only because there is no TABLE service only Bussing-- which they did pick up dirty plates.. would visit again“

“All I came to do here is to give a huge THANK YOU to Salma. I think that is her name. I went in last week and asked her for a small bowl and she took care of me. I think the girl that helped me was Salma, but if it was not Salma, It is a girl whose name starts with an S. I wanted to say, thank you so much for your amazing service. I walked in and shared with you about a past experience I had at that same location and she apologized. Then she went on to assist me. She definitely knows what customer service is all about. I will always be grateful for that orange chicken.“

“I had passed by this buffet several times a day but finally decided to stop in and I'm glad I did. This was my first visit, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Our group of five was seated right away, which made a great first impression.
The food selection was impressive:

everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. I especially recommend the baked mussels, white steamed fish, and dumplings-they stood out the most. The service was also great, and the staff made sure we were well taken care of throughout our visit.

Overall, a fantastic dining experience, and I will definitely be coming back.“