Great Chinese food and service , the only thing to at I have to complain is these two couple who are picky on food, and boss the waitress around and staring at other people but overall the restaurant is good for food depending what you make out of it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Josh Baltazar
I previously worked in San Marcos and Panda Garden was a frequent lunch spot for my team. Known for it's hearty lunch specials and have all different options for everyone. I almost always got the Sweet and Sour Chicken or the Spicy Honey Chicken. This always came with Egg Drop Soup with some wontons as a starter. Then rice and an egg roll with the main entree. Always satisfied after leaving and really fast service.
Fantastic food and great service.I had the walnut prawns which came with broccoli- it was nicely presented and tasted great.I also had the won ton noodles which was pretty good too. Prices are reasonable, service was friendly.I’m from Uk and don’t think tipped enough because I thought the bill included tip but it didn’t! My apologies!
Mitzie R.
The restaurant is clean and the staff was very welcoming. The food was just OK. We had the beef chow fun (noodles were mushy) sweet and sour chicken, mongolian beef and honey walnut prawns. The food was a bit bland. i just think good authentic chinese food should be good on its own (without needing to add soy sauce). It's just a step up from Panda Express IMO
Bibi C.
For the portions and price range, it's worth the wait time. I've come here 3 Christmases in a row & I always leave with my tummy full & satisfied. Waiters are straight to the point so don't get upset if they don't make chit chat. Inside is like any other Chinese spot, with an abundance of panda decor.
Van Rhonheimer
Orange chicken overcooked, like a brick but had good sauce. Seafood sauce lacking. Crowded on Friday night very very slow
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Jason Jonsson
Really good food. Been here a few dozen times now and I can't find anything I don't like. Crispy noodles with sweet and sour with almost every meal, by request, and I like a little hot mustard on my beef. Good value, great food! The staff is always happy to see me and we know each other fairly well now. Great spot, I highly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Barboo
I've been eating at Panda Gardens for over 20 years. Even though I now live considerably south of their location, I still make the drive up there 6 to 10 times a year. It's not on the menu, but they have the best Jjampong in San Diego County (in my opinion). All menu items are delicious as well. If you haven't already, give this restaurant a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paula Renkin
If you want really good, more traditional Chinese food, try Panda Garden.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salt Pepper Shrimp, Sautéed String Bean with Pork, Pork or Chicken or Beef Fried Rice, Beef Chow Fun
Ryan G.
Great food, you definitely get your money's worth. The chow mein and the panda chicken are staples for when we order. They are busy so if you're ordering take out, give a few extra minutes.
We come by often. It is our "go to" for Chinese food.We haven't had a bad dish here. They are very good at explaining the dishes, and offer suggestions.The food and tea are always the right temperature.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabi R.
Easily some of the worst Chinese food we've ever had. The double pan fried noodles were essentially deep fried spaghetti - greasy and flavorless. The Orange Chicken - a favorite of the fellas - was voted "worst ever". Tasted like dry chicken jerky strips tossed in sauce. The Mongolian Beef was "ok", one star for that. The eggrolls were mid. Overall the food was just...bad. The service was nice. The person who took the phone order was friendly and informative, so one star for that. But...we eat a LOT of Chinese food. This was just not good. Sorry.
Sheryl Saberghoff
This place is a hit or miss.They have a lunch special.Try it first then decide.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
lex98
Been coming here for over a decade. The best Chinese food in north county. Attentive staff, servers, and to go, friendly and helpful employees. Veggies are always fresh, vibrant colors, high quality Ingredients. This is not your fast food Chinese, it’s quality. Sometimes it can get a little too packed though and it gets loud at times. But I cannot say enough good things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combination Fried Rice
Eileen Tompkins
Food is very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Walnut Shrimp with Lobster Sauce, Sautéed String Bean with Pork
Great Chinese food and service , the only thing to at I have to complain is these two couple who are picky on food, and boss the waitress around and staring at other people but overall the restaurant is good for food depending what you make out of it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
I previously worked in San Marcos and Panda Garden was a frequent lunch spot for my team. Known for it's hearty lunch specials and have all different options for everyone. I almost always got the Sweet and Sour Chicken or the Spicy Honey Chicken. This always came with Egg Drop Soup with some wontons as a starter. Then rice and an egg roll with the main entree. Always satisfied after leaving and really fast service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sweet & Sour Pork, Beef, Sauce, Egg Drop Soup, Orange Chicken
Fantastic food and great service.I had the walnut prawns which came with broccoli- it was nicely presented and tasted great.I also had the won ton noodles which was pretty good too. Prices are reasonable, service was friendly.I’m from Uk and don’t think tipped enough because I thought the bill included tip but it didn’t! My apologies!
The restaurant is clean and the staff was very welcoming. The food was just OK. We had the beef chow fun (noodles were mushy) sweet and sour chicken, mongolian beef and honey walnut prawns. The food was a bit bland. i just think good authentic chinese food should be good on its own (without needing to add soy sauce). It's just a step up from Panda Express IMO
For the portions and price range, it's worth the wait time. I've come here 3 Christmases in a row & I always leave with my tummy full & satisfied. Waiters are straight to the point so don't get upset if they don't make chit chat. Inside is like any other Chinese spot, with an abundance of panda decor.
Orange chicken overcooked, like a brick but had good sauce. Seafood sauce lacking. Crowded on Friday night very very slow
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Really good food. Been here a few dozen times now and I can't find anything I don't like. Crispy noodles with sweet and sour with almost every meal, by request, and I like a little hot mustard on my beef. Good value, great food! The staff is always happy to see me and we know each other fairly well now. Great spot, I highly recommend it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I've been eating at Panda Gardens for over 20 years. Even though I now live considerably south of their location, I still make the drive up there 6 to 10 times a year. It's not on the menu, but they have the best Jjampong in San Diego County (in my opinion). All menu items are delicious as well. If you haven't already, give this restaurant a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you want really good, more traditional Chinese food, try Panda Garden.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salt Pepper Shrimp, Sautéed String Bean with Pork, Pork or Chicken or Beef Fried Rice, Beef Chow Fun
Great food, you definitely get your money's worth. The chow mein and the panda chicken are staples for when we order. They are busy so if you're ordering take out, give a few extra minutes.
Restaurantji Recommends
We come by often. It is our "go to" for Chinese food.We haven't had a bad dish here. They are very good at explaining the dishes, and offer suggestions.The food and tea are always the right temperature.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Easily some of the worst Chinese food we've ever had. The double pan fried noodles were essentially deep fried spaghetti - greasy and flavorless. The Orange Chicken - a favorite of the fellas - was voted "worst ever". Tasted like dry chicken jerky strips tossed in sauce. The Mongolian Beef was "ok", one star for that. The eggrolls were mid. Overall the food was just...bad. The service was nice. The person who took the phone order was friendly and informative, so one star for that. But...we eat a LOT of Chinese food. This was just not good. Sorry.
This place is a hit or miss.They have a lunch special.Try it first then decide.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Been coming here for over a decade. The best Chinese food in north county. Attentive staff, servers, and to go, friendly and helpful employees. Veggies are always fresh, vibrant colors, high quality Ingredients. This is not your fast food Chinese, it’s quality. Sometimes it can get a little too packed though and it gets loud at times. But I cannot say enough good things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Combination Fried Rice
Food is very
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Walnut Shrimp with Lobster Sauce, Sautéed String Bean with Pork