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Great Wall Express - Reviews

1002 S 43rd St, 92113 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
187

Reviews

57.8%

Satisfaction

64

negative

15

neutral

108

positive

What people say about Great Wall Express

Service Type
  • Dine-in
Felix L.
Review date: 11/08/2025
1
Roach leg found in food!
My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. I found what appeared to be a roach leg in my food. 🤢🤢🤢 Due to this unsanitary discovery, I will definitely not be coming back.
  • roach leg1
  • food1
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Amber B.
Review date: 10/28/2025
9
Great Chinese Food, Fast Service!
My experience at Great Wall Express was fantastic! It's my go-to spot for quick and tasty Chinese food. The portions are generous, and the flavors are authentic. Everything is always fresh and hot. I especially love their orange chicken and fried rice – so good! The staff are friendly and the service is fast, making it perfect for takeout or a casual dine-in meal. Highly recommend!
  • Chinese food9
  • portions9
  • flavors9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Ryan G.
Review date: 09/03/2025
2
Disappointing Chinese Takeout Experience
My experience at this Chinese takeout spot was unfortunately a miss. I wanted to give more stars, but the food was barely tolerable. The sweet & sour chicken was gummy and stale, and the chicken mushroom with zucchini had a funky taste. I was also surprised that the fried rice and lo mein were counted as separate items on the combination plates, rather than being included. I will not be returning.
  • sweet & sour chicken2
  • chicken mushroom with zucchini2
  • combination plates3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Kimo T.
Review date: 08/18/2025
2
Gross Food and Flies
My experience at this restaurant was quite unpleasant. The food was frankly gross, and the chicken tasted old. To make matters worse, there were so many flies flying through the establishment. I would recommend finding somewhere else to eat.
  • food2
  • chicken2
  • flies1
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Dianne G.
Review date: 07/30/2025
10
Consistently Delicious Food, Worth the Visit
I've been coming here since I was a kid, and the food never misses. It's so good that even after moving to Colorado, I make sure to visit every time I'm back. My favorites include the rice with black bean sauce, orange chicken, chicken kabob, bbq ribs, teriyaki chicken, jalapeno chicken, and lo mein. 🔥
  • food10
  • rice with black bean sauce10
  • orange chicken10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Rellik M.
Review date: 07/19/2025
9
Still as good as I remember!
I've been coming here for years, and it's still as good as I remember. The jalapeño chicken is the best I've ever had.
  • jalapeño chicken10
  • food9
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Susbus
Review date: 04/25/2025
7
Good Value, Needs Atmosphere Upgrade
My experience at this restaurant was generally positive, especially considering the value. I really enjoyed the fried rice and the chili oil. The prices were pretty good, and the parking situation was also quite convenient. However, they could definitely improve the atmosphere. The tables could be cleaned more thoroughly, and a redesign would be beneficial. Overall, it's a good option if you're on a budget.
  • fried rice8
  • chili oil8
  • prices8
  • atmosphere3
  • cleaning tables3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
R
Review date: 04/11/2025
9
Delicious Egg Rolls and Noodles!
My experience at this restaurant was centered around their consistently delicious egg rolls and noodles. While the chicken quality can vary, the egg rolls and Lo Mein noodles are always a reliable and tasty choice. I particularly enjoyed dipping them in the provided soy sauce. Overall, a very good experience!
  • egg rolls10
  • noodles10
  • chicken6
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Charles S.
Review date: 03/23/2025
9
Incredible Value, Wish for More Beef
My experience at this restaurant was surprisingly good, especially considering the price. They offer incredible value, being about as cheap as it gets. The only thing I wish they had was more beef. Overall, the food was great, and the service and atmosphere were also rated highly.
  • price10
  • food9
  • service10
  • beef4
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Juan B.
Review date: 03/19/2025
1
Horrible Chinese Food Experience
My experience at this restaurant was one of the worst Chinese food experiences I've ever had. I stopped for lunch while in the area. There was a lot of parking space available, even for a tractor-trailer, but the food was horrible! 🤮🤮
  • parking space7
  • food1

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