What is the most popular item at Panda Express?

1. Orange Chicken. There's a reason why this dish is Panda's claim to fame. The restaurant's most popular entree is made with crispy boneless pieces of meat combined with the chain's secret sweet yet spicy orange sauce.
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What is the best value at Panda Express?

The best value on the menu is a Panda Express kids meal.

If you were to order those Panda Express menu items separately, it would cost you $9.30 — which means you save almost $4 when you select the Cubs meal instead.
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What is the unhealthiest food at Panda Express?

"The Orange Chicken dish is highest in calories, saturated fat, and total carbohydrates out of all the chicken choices on the menu," Yule says. It is also one of the chicken options that is highest in sodium on the Panda Express menu as well, she adds.
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What is the hottest thing at Panda Express?

With the additional shake of dry spices, Wang said the Sichuan Hot Chicken beats the heat level of the brand's spiciest dish: kung pao chicken. “Without it, it's about the [same heat] level of our kung pao chicken,” Wang said.
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Does Panda have a secret menu?

This is probably the most famous of the "secret" menu items at Panda Express, and it's not all that secret. It features a tortilla, a base such as rice or chow mein, orange chicken, and orange sauce.
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What are the most popular entrees at Panda Express?

The 11 Best Panda Express Menu Items, Ranked by Taste
  1. Orange Chicken. There's a reason why this dish is Panda's claim to fame.
  2. Honey Walnut Shrimp. ...
  3. Chow Mein. ...
  4. Fried Rice. ...
  5. Black Pepper Chicken. ...
  6. Cream Cheese Rangoons. ...
  7. Beijing Beef. ...
  8. Teriyaki Chicken. ...
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How do you get free entree at Panda Express?

After visiting a Panda Express, taking a quick survey to let the company know about your experience will snag you a coupon for a free entree of your choice. To get your free Panda Express entree, you'll need to visit a Panda Express and save your receipt.
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Is orange chicken from Panda Express Good?

It is probably the most popular dish at Panda Express, but probably also one of the least healthy entrees on the Panda Express menu. Still, it is awesome and an two-entrée platter is good for two meals with me. As for taste, its starts sweet and finishes tart with just the barest hint of spicy.
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Is it healthy to eat Panda Express?

Conclusion. So there you have it! Panda Express is no better or worse than every other fast food restaurant in terms of nutrition. As always, we suggest eating in moderation and choosing meals low in calories and fats, while offering plenty of protein.
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What is wok Smart at Panda Express?

Wok Smart identifies 18 sides, entrées and appetizers that are 250 calories or less per serving. All 1,263 company restaurants nationwide will feature the Wok Smart symbol on menu slats alongside the entrées, nutritional brochures and on the web site.
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Why does Panda Express make me sick?

Food poisoning can occur as a result of eating Chinese food. The most commonly reported symptoms from Panda Express are vomiting and diarrhea and the most reported diagnoses are Salmonella and Norovirus. Salmonella is a bacterial infection commonly associated with chicken.
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Is Panda Express Chow Mein or fried rice healthier?

The Fried Rice has 570 calories (the extra calories are from fat) and 900mg sodium. The Chow Mein has fewer calories (400), but has way too much sodium (1,060mg!).
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Why is Chow Mein unhealthy?

Doctors say the vegetables used in chowmein, specially cabbage, leads to cyst in humans. This happens when uncleaned vegetables are used in the chowmein. It also affects the brain leading to fits (epilepsy).
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What does Panda Express give you for your birthday?

#7 - Free meal from Panda Express. Get your orange chicken fix for free with Panda's special birthday offer. #8 - Free drink of snack item from Starbucks. Chances are, you'll come across a Starbucks on your birthday (or any other day!).
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What is the new dish at Panda Express?

The two new plant-based entrees at Panda Express are Mapo Tofu and String Beans and Beef—both of which are crafted with crumbles of Beyond Beef. “Mapo tofu is a classic Sichuan dish that has global appeal and pairs perfectly with our existing menu items, like white rice and side of Super Greens,” Wang explains.
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Should I get a bowl or plate at Panda Express?

Two options to order: bowl or plate. If you eat a lot, the plate is recommended for you as it goes with 2 entrees and one side. I just get the bowl, for one entree and one side, just enough for me. Whether you order bowl or plate, it is priced just right.
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Why is Panda Express so sweet?

Panda Express' orange chicken also contains a lot of sugar

One distinct characteristic of orange chicken is that it is sweet, and that comes from the addition of brown sugar (and honey), which gives the sauce it's sticky, caramelized glaze.
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Is orange chicken unhealthy?

When deciding on entrees, orange chicken may be the most popular order, but with over 20g of fat and one of the highest calorie options on the menu, it's not the smartest choice. Opt for the vegetable-based entrees, like the broccoli chicken or string bean chicken.
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What does Panda Express call their orange chicken?

Vegan Orange Chicken at Panda Express

The vegan orange chicken—called Beyond The Original Orange Chicken—is made with crispy and breaded Beyond Meat that's tossed in that sweet, tangy orange chicken sauce you know and love.
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Why is Panda Express out of cream cheese Rangoons?

They haven't been removed, we're just experiencing a shortage. They'll be back soon! We're sorry to hear this. Which Panda did you visit?
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How can I save money at Panda Express?

14 Ways to Save Money at Panda Express
  1. Make sure to give their social media accounts a follow. ...
  2. Sign up for their email list! ...
  3. Happy Birthday to you! ...
  4. Grab a discounted gift card. ...
  5. 5. …. ...
  6. Get the Family Meal… just for you! ...
  7. Order just an entree and supplement with what you already have at home. ...
  8. Order a Kid's Meal!
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What is the $20 family meal at Panda Express?

For $20, you get two large sides and three large entrees, which is meant to feed about four people. If you opt for "premium" entrees, there's an additional charge. The deal was first introduced in March and ran through April before being brought back this month. In between, they offered four Panda Bowls for $20.
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How big is a large entree at Panda Express?

A Panda Express representative told Thrillist that the large entrees come in 26-ounce servings, which is enough food to feed four people. In other words, four people should each get one generous helping of each one of the three entrees.
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