Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant in Orange, CA

4.5(197)Orange, CA
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Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 197 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals

Not ideal for

  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Orange, CA • 4.5★
Indulge in the flavors of Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant, a beloved Chinese buffet destination in Orange, California. This family-owned eatery offers an all-you-can-eat experience that's perfect for any occasion. With a cozy mom and pop atmosphere, you'll feel right at home as you enjoy their delectable dishes. From the basil eggplant lunch special to their extensive selection of traditional Chinese cuisine, every bite is a delight. Whether you're a local or just visiting, Chen's Panda is a great place to discover. With good deals and fast service, you'll be sure to leave feeling satisfied. As a long-time favorite among Orange County residents, Chen's Panda is a true gem in the heart of Orange, California.

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This family-friendly Chinese buffet welcomes diners of all ages. This buffet provides good value for money.
Address
8422 E Chapman Ave #2459, Orange, CA 92869, USA, Orange Park Acres, Orange, California
Phone
(714) 288-8787
Today
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Rating
4.5 (197 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

✨Fresh, quality food

Multiple reviewers mention the freshness

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

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Before you go

🅿️Parking available

Convenient parking for customers

🍺Alcohol served

Beer, wine, and cocktails available

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Signature Dishes

7 popular dishes mentioned by diners

Top picks

Aromatic ChickenBasil ChickenHoney Walnut Shrimp

Also mentioned

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Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.1 weighted · 197 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.5 from 197 reviews(↓ 0.39 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median197 / 201 median
01,005 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
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Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.5) with the city average (3.73) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 1005+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

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Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
Monday
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday
11:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 8:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 8:30 PM

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Amenities

Available facilities and features
TV AvailableGender Neutral RestroomsGood For GroupsGood For KidsWaiter ServiceVegan options

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
CasualGood for groupsGood for kidsNoise: Noise level

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
TakeoutDine-inDeliveryReservationsCateringOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Parking

Parking availability
Bike ParkingBusiness Parking parking

Parking is available for customers.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
Business Accepts Credit CardsAccepts Google Pay

Food & Drink

Menu offerings
none

Popular Dishes

13 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Honey Walnut Shrimp$25.9549 mentions
  • Orange Chicken$22.9539 mentions
  • House Special Lo Mein$21.9535 mentions
  • Kung Pao San Yan$25.9533 mentions
  • Sizzling Rice$15.5023 mentions
  • Aromatic Shrimp$24.9516 mentions
  • Tangerine Beef$25.9514 mentions
  • House Special$22.9511 mentions
  • Aromatic Chicken$24.9510 mentions
  • String Beans Chicken$23.957 mentions
  • Egg Flower$14.506 mentions
  • House Special Fried Rice$19.955 mentions
  • Mandarin Garlic Shrimp$24.955 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

73 items with prices
  • Chen's Sampler$14.50

    One eggroll, rangoon, wonton chip, foil chicken, jumbo shrimp & beef skewer.

  • Sizzling Rice$15.50

    Gluten-free.

  • Egg Flower$14.50

    Gluten-free.

  • Chicken Corn$15.50

    Gluten-free.

  • Vegetable Tofu$14.50

    Gluten-free.

  • Vegetable Sizzling Rice$15.50

    Gluten-free.

  • House Special Noodle Soup$22.95

    Chicken, beef, BBQ pork & shrimp.

  • Shrimp Noodle Soup$22.95

    Shrimp, fish & imitation crabmeat.

  • Crispy Chinese Chicken Salad$18.95

    Mixed greens tossed with carrots, celery, cucumbers, tomatoes, and crispy chicken. topped off withnsesame seeds and chives. served with our ginger soy dressing.

  • Shanghai Shrimp Salad$19.95

    Seasonal greens tossed with carrots, celery, cucumbers, tomatoes, and green and red bell peppers. topped off with steamed shrimp, sesame seeds, and chives. served with a mustard soy ginger vinaigrette.

  • House Special$22.95

    Chicken, beef, BBQ pork & shrimp.

  • Seafood Special$23.95

    Shrimp, fish & imitation crabmeat.

  • House Special Lo Mein$21.95

    Chicken, beef, BBQ pork & shrimp.

  • House Special Fried Rice$19.95

    Chicken, beef, & shrimp.

  • A La Szechwan$21.95

    Spicy dish, recommended. Spicy yet sweet chili garlic sauce, wok'd with jicama, carrots and celery.

  • Blackened Bean$21.95

    Spicy dish, recommended. Chinese classic black beans wok'd with fresh mushrooms, onions, red and green bell peppers.

  • Brown Sauce with Vegetables$21.95

    A traditional chinese sauce wok'd with fresh broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, snow peas, water chestnuts and more.

  • Curry Spiced$21.95

    Spicy dish, gluten-free. Curry spices wok'd until golden yellow with carrots, onions and green bell peppers.

  • Garlic Infused$21.95

    Celery, water chestnuts, onions and green bell peppers added to fresh wok-seared garlic slices.

  • Spicy Hunan$21.95

    Spicy dish, recommended. Homestyle hunan flavor wok'd with broccoli, snow peas, red & green bell peppers.

  • Ma La$21.95

    Spicy dish, recommended. A unique blend of Asian five spices with a hint of chili wok'd with fresh snow peas, mushrooms, zucchini and red bell peppers.

  • Moo Shu$21.95

    (4) excludes scallops and fish. This old-fashioned classic dish is wok'd with eggs, cabbage and bean sprouts. Extra moo shu wraps and extra homemade hoisin sauce for an additional charge.

  • Kong Pao$21.95

    Spicy dish, recommended. The most timeless signature sauce wok'd with peanuts, chili peppers, green bell peppers, water chestnuts, celery and green onions.

  • Nutty Almond$21.95

    Celery, water chestnuts and nutty almonds.

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

197 reviews

Customer highlights

  • Customers have left 197 reviews, with an average rating of 4.5 stars.
  • Positive review text points to service, value, takeout, and shrimp.
  • Recent positive review text gives this page enough customer detail to compare it with nearby buffet options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common answers about this buffet

What is the atmosphere like at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

The restaurant has a small, cozy, mom and pop type of atmosphere.

How would you describe the service at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

The service is friendly, warm, and efficient, with staff checking on tables regularly.

What is the quality of the food at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

The food is of great quality, with dishes being very flavorful and well-made.

Is the staff at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant friendly?

Yes, the staff is extremely friendly.

What are some popular dishes at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Popular dishes include the Honey Walnut Shrimp, Aromatic Chicken, and Basil Chicken.

Is Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant a good option for takeout?

Yes, the restaurant offers takeout, with some customers finding it to be a convenient option.

Is parking a problem at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Parking is usually not a problem, as you usually will never have to fight for parking.

How long does it take to get food at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Food comes out within minutes, even during busy times.

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Are the portions at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant generous?

Portion sizes have been reduced, with some customers finding them to be at least 1/3 smaller than previously.

How much does it cost to eat at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Prices have been raised, with some customers spending around $42 for 2 lunches to-go.

Are there any good deals at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Yes, there are good deals, such as the lunch special which comes with soup, salad, rice, and an egg roll.

Can you get a good Chinese chicken salad at Chen's Panda Chinese Restaurant?

Yes, the Chinese chicken salad is delicious.

🏘️Suburban Center

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

A well-connected suburban area with a solid mix of dining, shopping, and services.

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Government & Public Services
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Utilities & Infrastructure
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Arts & Culture
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Travel & Tourism
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59 nearby places across 14 categories

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59 places nearby (arts & culture, finance, food, government, healthcare)

Museums & galleries

Lorenzo A. Ramirez

Artwork

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Sally Ride

Artwork

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César Chávez

Artwork

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Dolores Huerta

Artwork

~0.3 mi
Frederick Douglass

Artwork

~0.3 mi

Banking

Wells Fargo

Bank

8540 East Chapman Avenue

~680 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; PH off
+1-714-289-6140Website
ATM

Atm

~0.6 mi

Money services

Payment terminal

Payment Terminal

~0.5 mi
Payment terminal

Payment Terminal

~0.6 mi

Restaurants

Chen's Panda

Restaurant

8422 East Chapman Avenue

~30 ftMo-Fr 11:30-20:30; Tu off; Sa,Su 12:00-20:30
+1-714-288-8787
Brava Cucina

Restaurant

8414 East Chapman Avenue

~70 ftTu-Su 16:00-21:00
+1-714-771-2907Website
Wise Guys

Restaurant

~0.5 mi
Chronic Tacos

Fast Food

~0.6 mi

Cafes & Coffee

Starbucks

Cafe

8440 East Chapman Avenue

~130 ft06:00-19:00
+1-714-771-6996Website
CJ Coffee House

Cafe

8512 East Chapman Avenue

~410 ftMo-Fr 06:00-14:00; Sa,Su 07:00-14:00
+1-714-639-7705Website
Aroma & Sabor Cafe

Cafe

8544 East Chapman Avenue

~570 ftMo-Th 06:30-14:30; Fr 06:30-17:00; Sa,Su 07:00-17:00
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Hawk’s Perch

Cafe

8045 East Chapman Avenue

~0.4 miMo-Th 08:00-15:00; Fr 08:00-13:00
+1-714-628-4737Website

Bars & Pubs

Orange Hill Liquor

Alcohol

~0.5 mi

Postal services

United States Postal Service

Post Box

~290 ft
Website
The UPS Store

Post Office

8502 East Chapman Avenue

~320 ftMo-Fr 08:00-18:30; Sa 09:00-15:00; Su 10:00-15:00
+1-714-288-1040Website

Public facilities

Public restroom

Toilets

~0.3 mi
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Toilets

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Drinking water

Drinking Water

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Public restroom

Toilets

~0.3 mi

Waste management

Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.4 mi
Waste bin

Waste Basket

~0.4 mi

Specialists

Orange Park Smile

Dentist

8418 East Chapman Avenue

~50 ftMo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Tu,Th 09:30-17:00
+1 951-281-0869Website

Other healthcare

Lucky Massage Foot Spa

Massage

8530 East Chapman Avenue

~610 ft10:00-21:00
+1-714-613-6282Website

Other services

Cutler Construction Services, Inc.

Remodeler

8502 East Chapman Avenue

~220 ft
+1-855-805-2274Website
Santiago Hills Cleaner

Dry Cleaning

8500 East Chapman Avenue

~300 ftMo-Fr 07:00-18:00; Sa 08:00-17:00
+1-714-288-1100Website

Beauty & spa

Premier Salon

Beauty

8420 East Chapman Avenue

~20 ftMo-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-18:00; Su 10:00-17:00
+1-714-288-1460Website
Happy Nails & Spa of Orange Hills

Beauty

8510 East Chapman Avenue

~400 ftMo-Sa 09:00-19:00; Su 10:00-18:00
+1-714-289-8077Website

Hair services

Aburn & Ash

Hairdresser

8504 East Chapman Avenue

~350 ftTu-Fr 09:00-19:00; Sa 09:00-17:00
+1 714-551-9977Website

Real estate services

Katnik Brothers Real Estate

Estate Agent

8532 East Chapman Avenue

~630 ft08:00-19:00
+1-714-486-1419Website

Sports & recreation

Playground

Playground

~0.3 mi

Parks & amenities

Karl Rosenquist Bench

Bench

~0.3 mi
Picnic area

Picnic Table

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Picnic area

Picnic Table

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Picnic Table

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Picnic Table

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Picnic Table

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Other recreation & entertainment

Falcon Flats Group Area

Picnic Site

~0.6 mi

Specialty stores

Orange CO 1 Smoke Shop

Tobacco

8416 East Chapman Avenue

~60 ftMo-Sa 08:00-22:00; Su 09:00-22:00
+1-714-997-9975
Hawk's Bookstore

Books

8045 East Chapman Avenue

~0.3 miMo-Th 08:00-16:00; Fr 08:00-13:00
+1-714-628-4737Website

Gyms & fitness centers

Fitness of America

Fitness Centre

8412 East Chapman Avenue

~90 ft24/7
+1-703-712-2604Website

Parking facilities

Santiago Canyon Community College

Bicycle Parking

~0.2 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi
Bicycle parking

Bicycle Parking

~0.3 mi

Visitor information

Lorenzo A. Ramirez Library Plaque

Information

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Strenger Plaza

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RSCCD

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