Signature Dish
Orange Chicken is repeatedly praised, and one visitor says staff offered a sample before ordering.
Panda Express
Mirdif
Panda Express is a Chinese fast-food chain in Mirdif, serving familiar Chinese-American dishes in a food-court setting. Reviews often point visitors toward the Orange Chicken and Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, with counter service that lets you choose your meal.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,771 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Dish Variety
The menu includes distinct choices beyond the usual favourites; Sichuan Mala Chicken was praised for its spice and flavour.
Comfortable Seating
A review notes that the branch has a separate seating area, which can make a food-court meal more comfortable.
Fresh Options
Some visitors describe the food as fresh and flavorful, including a meal featuring Kung Pao and Grilled Teriyaki Chicken.
What to Eat at Panda Express How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Panda Express, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Panda Express, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 3
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Chow mein Net +4
“The Chow Mein had well-seasoned noodles.”
Positive 4Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Chow Mein had well-seasoned noodles.”February 2025
“Really liked the chowmien and beef dishes. Will definetely try more.”July 2021
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Fire glazed chicken Net +2
“Had their yummy Fire Glazed Chicken. It's super delicious.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Had their yummy Fire Glazed Chicken. It's super delicious.”March 2025
“Fire glazed chicken was the highlight.”November 2024
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Grilled teriyaki chicken Net +2
“The best orange chicken in town sooo yumm and the grilled teriyaki chicken is a must try.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The best orange chicken in town sooo yumm and the grilled teriyaki chicken is a must try.”November 2020
“The Grilled Teriyaki Chicken was juicy and well-cooked.”February 2025
Honorable mentions (12)
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Beijing beef Net +1
“The restaurant itself was spotless and well-organized, and the food was as delicious as ever. The Beijing Beef was perfectly cooked, the Chow Mein had just the right texture, and the Honey Walnut Shrimp — wow, absolutely mouthwatering! But again, it was Alvin’s kindness, energy, and pride in his work that made the visit memorable.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The restaurant itself was spotless and well-organized, and the food was as delicious as ever. The Beijing Beef was perfectly cooked, the Chow Mein had just the right texture, and the Honey Walnut Shrimp — wow, absolutely mouthwatering! But again, it was Alvin’s kindness, energy, and pride in his work that made the visit memorable.”June 2025
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Black pepper angus steak Net +1
“My favorite dishes are the Chow Mein and Black Pepper Angus Steak.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“My favorite dishes are the Chow Mein and Black Pepper Angus Steak.”June 2024
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Chicken mushrooms Net +1
“Orange chicken was good chicken mushrooms was just okay but noodles was disappointing”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Orange chicken was good chicken mushrooms was just okay but noodles was disappointing”August 2025
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Combo meal Net +1
“I would recommend must try combo meal, fried rice or noodles orange chicken and grilled chicken best combo it was.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I would recommend must try combo meal, fried rice or noodles orange chicken and grilled chicken best combo it was.”December 2022
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Dumplings Net +1
“The dumplings with its sauce was amazing. There were too many items but could try them all.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The dumplings with its sauce was amazing. There were too many items but could try them all.”May 2024
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Kung pao chicken Net +1
“The Kung Pao Chicken had a nice balance of heat and crunch, with tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and fresh veggies.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Kung Pao Chicken had a nice balance of heat and crunch, with tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and fresh veggies.”February 2025
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Sichuan mala chicken Net +1
“The Sichuan Mala Chicken was a standout, packing a good level of spice. It had a bold, authentic kick that made it one of our favourites.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The Sichuan Mala Chicken was a standout, packing a good level of spice. It had a bold, authentic kick that made it one of our favourites.”February 2025
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Steak and mushroom Net +1
“Orange chicken is tasty, also steak and mushroom .”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Orange chicken is tasty, also steak and mushroom .”January 2021
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Teriyaki Net +1
“Absolutely yummy food. My favorite is Teriyaki and Orange chicken.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Absolutely yummy food. My favorite is Teriyaki and Orange chicken.”May 2022
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Teriyaki chicken Net +1
“I ordered the panda plate orange chicken taste is ok but its a little rubber to chew fired rice your putting the frozen veg i guess its still hard the beans the teriyaki chicken i like it taste good and well cooked . Sauce nothing special its the usual.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“I ordered the panda plate orange chicken taste is ok but its a little rubber to chew fired rice your putting the frozen veg i guess its still hard the beans the teriyaki chicken i like it taste good and well cooked . Sauce nothing special its the usual.”June 2022
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Fried rice Net 0
Mixed feedback
“My family always enjoy our experience here we really love their fried rice, orange chicken and chicken teriyaki. Aside from the food the crew are really nice and accommodating. Thanks to Elissa and Rico.”
Positive 2Negative 2
Review excerpts
“My family always enjoy our experience here we really love their fried rice, orange chicken and chicken teriyaki. Aside from the food the crew are really nice and accommodating. Thanks to Elissa and Rico.”August 2021
“I got fried rice and in main dishes I asked them to give me Green Chili beef and Schezwan Chili Chicken.”August 2019
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Panda plate Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“I ordered the panda plate orange chicken taste is ok but its a little rubber to chew fired rice your putting the frozen veg i guess its still hard the beans the teriyaki chicken i like it taste good and well cooked . Sauce nothing special its the usual.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
What to Avoid (4)
Food 4
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Chicken Net −1
“The portion was alright and the chicken tasted fine until I realized it was completely raw while the the noodles tasted horrible too.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The portion was alright and the chicken tasted fine until I realized it was completely raw while the the noodles tasted horrible too.”April 2025
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Dry chicken terriyaki Net −1
“for 51 aed half spoon of rice and half spoon of noodles with dry chicken terriyaki and sad chilli chicken what ever”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“for 51 aed half spoon of rice and half spoon of noodles with dry chicken terriyaki and sad chilli chicken what ever”December 2024
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Golden prawns Net −1
“I also ordered their Golden Prawns worth AED 37, those are battered deep fried prawns, it looked yum but the batter was little uncooked and too much oily. So yes it could have been better if cooked properly.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“I also ordered their Golden Prawns worth AED 37, those are battered deep fried prawns, it looked yum but the batter was little uncooked and too much oily. So yes it could have been better if cooked properly.”August 2019
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Raw chicken Net −1
“Was served raw chicken.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Was served raw chicken.”May 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask First. If you are unsure what to choose, ask for a taste sample; one diner was offered one before deciding on the Orange Chicken.
Check Inclusions. Before paying, confirm whether your meal includes a drink, sauces and the items you want, since several diners reported paying extra.
Prefer Dine-In. For a more reliable experience, consider eating at the branch rather than ordering delivery, which has drawn repeated packing and temperature complaints.
State Allergies. Clearly mention allergies before ordering and ask what is suitable; one customer with fish allergies received useful guidance from staff.
Watch Portions. If you are hungry, check the serving size when ordering: one reviewer specifically recommended larger portions.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road - E311
Mirdif, Dubai
Common Concerns
Delivery Problems
Delivery complaints include poorly packed meals, missing sauces, and food arriving cold or reportedly spoiled.
Inconsistent Quality
Food quality varies sharply between visits, with reports ranging from fresh and tasty to raw, stale-tasting or cold.
Small Portions
Some diners felt portions were too small for the price and specifically asked for larger servings.
Weak Noodles
Chow Mein and other noodle dishes receive mixed feedback, including complaints about disappointing or overly salty noodles.
Extra Charges
Several reviews warn that drinks, sauces and some items may cost extra, making the final bill less clear.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
42 dhs
meal with rice or noodles and 2 mains
“In my last visit, I ordered a meal that came with rice or noodles and 2 mains, it came out to 42 dhs with no drink or sauces”Google review · April 2025
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The Bottom Line
Panda Express in Mirdif is a food-court Chinese fast-food stop built around quick, choose-your-own-plate meals. Orange Chicken is the safest starting point according to several reviews, while Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Sichuan Mala Chicken and Chow Mein give you different directions if you want something less sweet or more savoury. The counter format also lets you see the dishes before choosing.
Service is a real strength in many dine-in reviews: staff are described as welcoming, patient and helpful when explaining the menu. There is a separate seating area, and some customers found the branch clean and comfortable. A sample of the Orange Chicken was offered to one undecided diner, which is worth asking about if you are choosing for the first time.
The main caution is inconsistency. Some visits produced fresh, well-cooked food, while others involved cold Orange Chicken, disappointing noodles or even reports of raw chicken. Delivery has its own recurring issues, including poor packaging and missing sauces.
Prices are not always as straightforward as they look; reviews mention meals around AED 42–44 without drinks or sauces, so check exactly what your plate includes before paying.