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Panda Express - Reviews

7007 Friars Rd, 92103 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
258

Reviews

27.1%

Satisfaction

168

negative

20

neutral

70

positive

What people say about Panda Express

Price per Person
  • 11 - 20 €
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Alessandra V.
Review date: 11/20/2025
10
Amazing Service from Kay!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic, largely due to the exceptional service provided by an employee named Kay. Kay was the coolest and nicest, going above and beyond to help with my orders for the store. The food received a perfect score, as did the service. The atmosphere was rated a 5, though it was noted as loud, it was still possible to hold a conversation. The wait time was non-existent, and the group size was 3-4 people.
  • food10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • 1 - 10 €
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Oscar P.
Review date: 11/12/2025
2
Rude Service, Decent Food
My experience at this Panda Express was marred by absolutely rude service from an Asian lady. Despite the food being decent, I would not order from this location again.
  • food6
  • service1
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Marzhan M.
Review date: 10/25/2025
1
Terrible Service, Wasteful Policy
My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing. I purchased a panda crafted drink and returned for a refill. The staff member, described as a "lady with glasses, " directed me to the drink machine, implying I could refill my drink there. I poured tea, believing it was acceptable. However, I was then forced to dump it out. The restaurant's policy seems to prioritize wasting product over customer satisfaction. This experience has led me to vow never to return and to never allow my own company to operate with such cheapness and poor service.
  • panda crafted drink2
  • lady with glasses1
  • drink machine2
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Vikram V.
Review date: 10/12/2025
1
Extremely Rude Staff, Terrible Experience
My experience at this Panda Express was the worst ever. The staff was incredibly mean and rude, and they weren't treating customers properly. The customer service was the worst.
  • staff1
  • customer service1
Price per Person
  • 21 - 30 €
Service Intent
  • Casual Outing
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Sakura K.
Review date: 08/12/2025
1
Rude Staff, Poor Quality
My experience at this restaurant was extremely negative. The staff was rude and disrespectful, even snapping back at a simple question. The overall quality of the experience was poor.
  • staff1
  • quality1
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Friends
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Alice D.
Review date: 08/12/2025
2
Extremely Rude Staff, Will Not Return
My experience at this restaurant was extremely disappointing due to the workers. When my friend inquired about when the shrimp would be refilled, the staff became agitated and responded rudely, stating it would be ready when it's ready. My friend was simply asking for a time frame and was not being disrespectful. This rude behavior towards customers has led us to decide that we will not be returning to this location.
  • shrimp5
  • workers1
  • rude1
Price per Person
  • 1 - 10 €
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Xin D.
Review date: 07/17/2025
3
Little Orange Chicken Portion
My experience at the restaurant was disappointing due to the portion size of the orange chicken. I ordered it, but the Panda gave me very little. It was not enough, especially considering I am a lady. The wait time was no wait and the price per person was $1–10.
  • wait time9
  • price per person8
  • portion size2
  • orange chicken2
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Visit Type
  • Takeout
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Anastasia R.
Review date: 06/28/2025
1
Rude Service and Unfair Treatment
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the rude and dismissive service I received. I went to get a bigger plate and asked to have the orange chicken as my entree with fried rice, but was told it couldn’t happen and I had to pick other things. Despite explaining that I'd done this before at Panda Express, the staff member was unhelpful. I was told what I wanted was a bowl and was given only 6 pieces of orange chicken and a lot of rice. If I could give zero stars, I would. To make matters worse, everyone was rude to me, but then turned to my cousin and was extremely polite and respectful. This differential treatment was unacceptable.
  • orange chicken2
  • fried rice2
  • service1
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Alejandro I.
Review date: 02/23/2025
1
Dismissive Service Ruined Experience
My experience at the restaurant was extremely negative due to the poor service. When I asked for my glass of Coke from the ice bath area, one worker didn't give it to me and expected me to get it myself. Another worker, JP, was very dismissive and talked down to me, treating me like a homeless person. This kind of treatment made the entire visit unpleasant.
  • service1
  • treatment1
Price per Person
  • 1 - 10 €
Service Intent
  • Quick Meal
Visit Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Jay J.
Review date: 02/09/2025
8
Good food, watch out for birds!
My experience at this restaurant was positive, with good food and a great atmosphere. The location in a semi-outdoor second-floor food court is unique. However, diners should be aware that birds may try to steal crumbs, which could be a minor annoyance.
  • food10
  • atmosphere10
  • birds4

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