Panda Express is one of the easiest places to grab a hot meal. You pick a side, pick your entrées, and walk away with a full plate in minute.
| Meal | Price |
| Bowl | $9.30 |
| Plate | $11.10 |
| Bigger Plate | $12.90 |
| Panda Cub Meal | $7.80 |
| 5-Person Family Meal | $43.00 |
How Panda Express Meals Work
Ordering here is simple. You choose a meal size, then fill it with one side and your favorite entrées.
A Bowl gives you one side and one entrée. A Plate gives you one side and two entrées. A Bigger Plate gives you one side and three entrées.
Here is a handy detail. A Plate costs $1.80 more than a Bowl. A Bigger Plate costs another $1.80 on top of that.
So each extra entrée adds only $1.80 when you move up a size. Two separate Bowls would cost $18.60, while one Plate is $11.10.
Chicken Entrées
Chicken is the heart of the menu. Every standard entrée below starts at $5.40+.
| Entrée | Price |
| Orange Chicken | $5.40 |
| Hot Orange Chicken | $5.40 |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken | $5.40 |
| Kung Pao Chicken | $5.40 |
| Mushroom Chicken | $5.40 |
| String Bean Chicken Breast | $5.40 |
| Honey Sesame Chicken Breast | $5.40 |
| Sweet & Sour Chicken | $5.40 |
| Black Pepper Chicken | $5.40+ |
| SweetFire Chicken Breast | $5.40+ |
Orange Chicken is the star. The chicken is crispy and coated in a sweet, tangy orange sauce. It has 510 calories.
Hot Orange Chicken is the spicy cousin, at 530 calories. Not every store always has it, so ask first.
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken is a lighter pick at 275 calories. It is grilled, sliced fresh and served with teriyaki sauce.
Kung Pao Chicken brings the heat. It mixes chicken, peanuts and vegetables with chili peppers, at 320 calories.
Mushroom Chicken (220 calories) and String Bean Chicken Breast (210 calories) are mild and savory. Both have a light ginger soy flavor.
Honey Sesame Chicken Breast is sweet and sticky, at 340 calories. SweetFire Chicken Breast adds pineapple and a sweet chili kick, at 380 calories.
Sweet & Sour Chicken has 400 calories. Black Pepper Chicken has 280.
Beef and Premium Entrées
Beef dishes sit at the standard price. Premium entrées cost more, starting at $6.90+.
| Entrée | Price |
| Beijing Beef | $5.40 |
| Broccoli Beef | $5.40 |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp (Premium) | $6.90 |
| Black Pepper Sirloin Steak (Premium) | $6.90 |
| Cantonese BBQ Brisket (Premium) | $6.90 |
Beijing Beef is crispy beef with bell peppers and onions in a tangy, sweet sauce. It has 470 calories.
Broccoli Beef is tender beef and fresh broccoli in a ginger soy sauce. At just 150 calories, it is one of the lightest entrées.
Honey Walnut Shrimp is tempura-battered shrimp in a creamy honey sauce, topped with glazed walnuts. It has 430 calories.
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak has 180 calories. Cantonese BBQ Brisket has 410 calories and may be seasonal at some stores.
On a Plate or Bigger Plate, a premium entrée usually adds a small upcharge.
Sides
Every Bowl, Plate and Bigger Plate comes with one side. Bought on its own, each side starts at $4.60+.
| Side | Price |
| White Steamed Rice | $4.60 |
| Fried Rice | $4.60 |
| Chow Mein | $4.60 |
| Super Greens | $4.60 |
| Brown Steamed Rice | $4.60 |
Chow Mein is stir-fried noodles with cabbage, onions and celery. Fried Rice is wok-tossed with egg, peas, carrots and green onions.
Super Greens is a steamed mix of broccoli, kale and cabbage. It is the lightest side on the menu.
Can’t choose? Many stores will split your side half and half if you ask nicely.
Best Combos for First-Timers
New to Panda Express? These Plate combos rarely miss.
- The classic: Orange Chicken and Beijing Beef with Fried Rice.
- The light one: Broccoli Beef and Grilled Teriyaki Chicken with Super Greens.
- The spicy one: Kung Pao Chicken and Hot Orange Chicken with Chow Mein.
- The treat: Honey Walnut Shrimp and Mushroom Chicken with steamed white rice.
Each combo is a Plate, so the base price is $11.10+. Combos that include a premium entrée may cost a bit more.
Appetizers and Soup
Appetizers are small and cheap. They are perfect for sharing or adding to a Plate.
| Appetizer | Price |
| Veggie Spring Roll (2 pcs) | $2.10 |
| Cream Cheese Rangoon (3 pcs) | $2.10 |
| Chicken Egg Roll (1 pc) | $2.10 |
| Chicken Potsticker (3 pcs) | $2.10 |
| Hot & Sour Soup (cup) | $2.50 |
The Cream Cheese Rangoon is a crispy wonton filled with cream cheese and green onions. The Chicken Egg Roll has chicken, cabbage and carrots inside.
Hot & Sour Soup is a warm, tangy broth with tofu, mushrooms and bamboo shoots. For something sweet, some stores also sell Apple Pie Roll or fortune cookies. Those prices vary by store.
Panda Cub Meal for Kids
The Panda Cub Meal costs $7.80. It comes with a kid-sized entrée, a kid-sized side and a drink.
| Cub Meal | Price |
| Orange Chicken Cub Meal | $7.80 |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Cub Meal | $7.80 |
| Broccoli Beef Cub Meal | $7.80 |
| Build Your Own Cub Meal | $7.80 |
Calories range from about 300 to 740, depending on what your child picks. Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli Beef are the lighter choices.
Bundles and Family Meals
A bundle is a meal plus a drink. It makes ordering faster and saves a little money.
| Bundle | Price |
| Bowl Bundle | $11.60 |
| Plate Bundle | $13.40 |
| Bigger Plate Bundle | $15.20 |
| 5-Person Family Meal | $43.00 |
Each bundle costs $2.30 more than the meal alone. A medium fountain drink on its own is $2.50, so the bundle wins by 20 cents.
The 5-Person Family Meal includes three large entrées and two large sides. It is a good fit for movie night or a busy weeknight.
Balanced Protein Plates
These plates are made for people who want more protein and fewer extras.
| Plate | Price |
| Double Protein Plate | $10.90 |
| Harmonious Macros Plate | $10.90 |
| Build Your Own Plate | $10.50 |
The Harmonious Macros Plate pairs Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli Beef with Super Greens. It has 555 calories and 57 grams of protein.
The Double Protein Plate gives you a double portion of Grilled Teriyaki Chicken. It comes with half white rice and half Super Greens, at 875 calories.
Some stores also list the Power Packed, Bold and Flavorful, and Protein and Fiber plates. Ask your store for their current prices.
Drinks
Fountain drinks come in three sizes. Choices include Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Dr Pepper, Sprite, Fanta Orange, Fanta Strawberry, Coca-Cola Cherry and Minute Maid Lemonade.
| Fountain Drink | Price |
| Small | $2.30 |
| Medium | $2.50 |
| Large | $2.70 |
Panda also makes fruity crafted drinks. They start at $3.40+.
| Crafted Drink | Price |
| Strawberry Dragonfruit Refresher | $3.40 |
| Watermelon Mango Refresher | $3.40 |
| Peach Lychee Refresher | $3.40 |
| Mango Guava Tea | $3.40 |
| Pomegranate Lemonade | $3.40 |
Prefer a bottle? These are the bottled options.
| Bottled Drink | Price |
| Dasani Water | $2.50 |
| Coca-Cola Bottle | $2.60 |
| Coke Zero Bottle | $2.60 |
| Sprite Bottle | $2.60 |
| Powerade Berry Blast | $2.90 |
| Coke Mexico | $3.20 |
| Smartwater | $3.20 |
Catering Menu
Panda Express makes feeding a crowd easy. Party trays work well for offices, birthdays and family gatherings.
| Catering Item | Price |
| Party Size Side | $17.00 |
| Party Size Entrée | $42.00 |
| Party Size Appetizer | $42.00 |
| 12-16 Person Party Bundle | $112.0 |
| 18-22 Person Party Bundle | $159.00 |
| 26-30 Person Party Bundle | $201.00 |
Party bundles come with entrées, sides and fortune cookies. One entrée tray feeds roughly 14 people.
What Is New in 2026
The 2026 list includes Cantonese BBQ Brisket, Hot Orange Chicken, Sweet & Sour Chicken and Black Pepper Chicken.
Limited-time dishes come and go. Some also appear only in certain regions. Check the Panda Express app before you plan your order around one.
Allergen Information
Panda Express dishes can contain soy, wheat, egg, milk, tree nuts, peanuts, shellfish and sesame. Here are a few common examples.
| Dish | Contains |
| Orange Chicken | Wheat, soy, egg |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp | Shellfish, tree nuts, egg, milk |
| Cream Cheese Rangoon | Wheat, milk, egg |
| Chow Mein | Wheat, soy |
| Fried Rice | Egg, soy |
Food is cooked in a shared kitchen, so cross-contact can happen. If you have a serious allergy, read the official allergen guide and tell the team before you order.
Lighter and Meat-Free Choices
Want a lighter meal? Start with Broccoli Beef (150 calories), Black Pepper Sirloin Steak (180), String Bean Chicken Breast (210) or Mushroom Chicken (220). Pair any of them with Super Greens.
For a meat-free bite, try Super Greens, steamed rice or a Veggie Spring Roll. Some stores also serve Eggplant Tofu. Everything is prepared in a shared kitchen, so strict vegetarians should ask the team.
Secret Menu Ideas
Panda Express has no official secret menu. Fans simply mix regular items in clever ways.
- Ask for half Chow Mein and half Fried Rice.
- Pair Orange Chicken with Broccoli Beef for sweet and savory balance.
- Add Kung Pao Chicken to a sweet entrée for a spicy kick.
- Ask for extra sauce if your store allows it.
These ideas have no special prices. You pay for the regular items you pick.
Easy Ways to Save Money
- Move up a size instead of ordering extra entrées. Each step adds just $1.80.
- Choose a bundle when you want a drink. It beats a medium drink bought alone.
- Order the Family Meal when you are feeding four or five people.
- Check the app for digital offers before you pay.
- Use party trays for office lunches and large events.
Rewards and Ordering
Panda Rewards is free to join. Members earn points on eligible orders and can unlock free food and special offers.
You can order in store, online or through the Panda Express app. Delivery is available, and many standalone stores have a drive-thru. The app also supports mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Opening Hours
Most Panda Express stores open around 10:30 AM. They close between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
Mall and airport stores follow their building’s hours. Holiday hours can be shorter, so check Google Maps for your nearest store.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest meal at Panda Express? For adults, a Bowl is the cheapest full meal, starting at $9.30+. The Panda Cub Meal is $7.80 for kids.
How many entrées come with a Plate? Two entrées and one side.
What is the most popular item? Orange Chicken is the fan favorite.
Are prices the same everywhere? No. Prices can change by city, state and store type.
Does Panda Express offer catering? Yes. Party trays and bundles serve groups from about 12 to 30 people.
Panda Express keeps good food simple and fairly priced. Know the meal sizes, pick your favorite entrées, and use the small savings tricks above.
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