Panda Express Inc

Panda Express is a prominent American fast-food restaurant chain specializing in American-Chinese cuisine. Established in 1983 by Andrew and Peggy Cherng, the company has grown to become the largest Asian-segment restaurant chain in the United States. It now has over 2,400 locations across North America and Asia.

The restaurant's menu features a variety of American-Chinese dishes, including signature items like Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, and Kung Pao Chicken. Premium offerings such as Honey Walnut Shrimp and Black Pepper Angus Steak are also available.

Panda Express operates in diverse settings, including shopping mall food courts, standalone restaurants, universities, casinos, airports, military bases, and amusement parks.

Headquarters and Ownership

The company is headquartered in Rosemead, California, and is part of the Panda Restaurant Group, which also includes Panda Inn and Hibachi-San. Panda Express is known for its commitment to fresh ingredients and made-to-order food.

Its goal is to provide a fast-casual dining experience that appeals to a broad audience.

International Presence

In addition to its extensive presence in the United States, Panda Express has expanded internationally, with locations in Canada, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, Japan, Guatemala, El Salvador, Aruba, the Philippines, and Germany.

The first international location opened in Mexico City in 2011, followed by the United Arab Emirates and South Korea in 2014.

Philanthropic Efforts

Panda Express is involved in philanthropic efforts through Panda Cares, the charitable arm of the Panda Restaurant Group. Since its inception in 1999, Panda Cares has raised over $107 million for various causes.

These causes include education, youth leadership development, and health. In 2017, the company pledged $10 million to Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and in 2022, it committed $25 million to Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, California, to support surgical care program enhancements.

Future Expansion

As of 2025, Panda Express continues to expand its footprint, with plans to open new locations in airports, colleges, and urban hubs.

The company remains dedicated to providing quality American-Chinese cuisine and exceptional service worldwide.

Locations

Panda Express operates in various locations across the United States, including:

• Glendale, CA
• San Bernardino, CA
• Billings, MT
• Fairfield, CA
• Amarillo, TX
• Chula Vista, CA
• Missoula, MT
• Buckeye, AZ

These establishments offer the same signature American-Chinese dishes and commitment to quality service that the brand is known for.