Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant

I'm here dogsitting for a friend and saw the great reviews so I gave it a try. It's as great as everyone raves about! I tried the curry chicken and honey walnut chicken and both are delicious. I got the lunch portions thinking they'd be small and they're huge! I'm excited to have the leftovers for dinner! I'll definitely be back to try some other dishes!

Some of the best Chinese food I’ve had.

We’ve dined and feasted at Chen’s Panda for years!!! Our parents love Daniel and his parents. The servers are truly amazing and wonderful. We feel like family here! Daniel has a gift of hospitality, of making you feel seen, welcome and truly demonstrates care throughout your dining experience!
Some of our favorites are the honey walnut shrimp, honey walnut chicken, tangerine beef, orange chicken, fried rice, eggplant and tofu and lo mein . Today we ordered 6 dishes and feasted! We love all the soups, too. We brought our dad who has heart issues + diabetes. Chen took such great care of his dietary needs and they made him a fabulous shrimp and vegetable dish that left him feeling so satisfied!
Our kids call Daniel “Uncle Chen.” His parents are also so thoughtful and generous. You can taste the love in every dish. That’s the magic at Chen’s Panda! LOVE!

We’ve been frequenting this restaurant for years. Dine in or takeout. Food is absolutely excellent. Ownership is always friendly, as well. They must try.

Best fresh Chinese homemade food that I've had recently. Very friendly family owned business. Food is craveable and never disappoints!

Food is fresh and amazing.. been coming here for years

Closed for Labor Day, September 2, 2024.

Great Chinese food, close to Irvine Regional Park!

Honey Walnut Shrimp serving size was a bit small, and it didn't come with veggies (e.g. cabbage).

Kid-friendliness: High chairs and booster seats

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very nice place to get good predictable Chinese food. The seafood soup is delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Very fresh chicken, I think it can be more spicy ???

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 3

This place is amazing! Words can't describe alone the service you get overall. From the extremely friendly staff to the great quality food that you get. Another great thing about this area is you usually will never have to fight for parking!From the moment my family and I entered, we were greeted right away and immediately sat down. Our orders were taken and the food came out within minutes. They also ensured to check on our table from time to time, but at around 5:30-6PM, they began to get busier and the restaurant started to get packed (even their to-go were busy.) But they never stopped checking on the tables that were already eating as they seated new guests.Now to the food. We ordered Aromatic Chicken, Honey Walnut Shrimp, Basil Chicken, Crispy Wontons, sides of rice and Pot Stickers. Everything was very flavorful and the rice/chicken was almost perfectly made/moist. The Honey Walnut Shrimp here is probably the best I have ever had from anywhere (and their best seller). I highly recommend trying at least this if you come. Crispy Wonton and Pot stickers will speak for themselves because they were definitely crispy on the outside and delicious on the inside. The Aromatic Chicken and Basil Chicken were perfectly seasoned.As a result, I was not dissatisfied one bit, and would absolutely recommend you try this restaurant at least once. I'm sure you'll want to come back for more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Aromatic Chicken is a must! Good service, great food. I heard a guy greet everybody by their first name as they walked through the door, kinda impressed. Try the Honey Walnut Shrimp if you're not allergic, its the best we've ever had.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chinese food at its finest. Had a birthday ? party here and it was Amazing!! They have the best gift was noodles for my birthday!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wonton Soup, Wonton Soup and House Lo Mein Noodles, Teriyaki Chicken with Rice

This Chinese restaurant is really great! Not only is the food delicious, but every dish is full of authentic delicacies, fragrant and delicious. Plus, they have just the right amount of spiciness to keep you craving for more. The service attitude was also very good, and the waiters were friendly and enthusiastic, which made my dining experience even more perfect. The atmosphere of the entire restaurant is also very comfortable, allowing me to relax and enjoy the food. Overall, this Chinese restaurant is one of my favorites and one I will visit often! Highly recommended to friends who love Chinese food, you will definitely not be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I have been to many Chinese places in my lifetime. This is the best, fresh, tasty food. Great portions , clean exxcellent staff. I will only eat here for Chinese food.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Kung Pow Chicken, Hot and Sour Soup, House Special Pan Fried Seafood Noodles, Shrimp in Lobster Sauce, 6 Piece Pot Stickers, Orange Chicken and Beef, Orange Glazed Chicken, Shanghai Salt and Pepper Pork, Wonton Soup and House Lo Mein Noodles

Love this little restaurant! It is very small which is part of its charm. Family owned, and the family members are gracious, warm and attentive. The father is the chef with a twinkle in his eyes and rather shy. Food is excellent. Not greasy, very fresh, very tasty, Served hot. The won ton soup is delicious. The lettuce wrapped chicken yummy. So far everthing we have ordered there is very tasty. Good variety and they will accommodate special requests. Very service and customer focused. The son greets people as they enter and rotates around to each table chatting with his guests. Many regulars. The place is spotless and one of the sisters works diligently clearing tables, wiping down tables and serving food. The mother has a wonderful warm smile when she comes out to thank you for coming. Going to this little gem is like the old days where personalized customer service had meaning, and fresh consistently good food was the norm. As you leave, members of the family gratefully say goodbye and thank you for coming. And as the doors close behind you, there is a smile on your face and a sense of happiness, warmth and contentment. Very rare and special experience.

Dietary restrictions: Menu has wide selection and they are flexible

Parking: The restaurant is tucked away in a corner. There are some spots in front and ample parking in surrounding lot

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5