PANDA EXPRESS #1304

Health grade
A · 100/100
Orange County rank
Among the cleanest
Diner rating
3.7 ★ · 1,099 reviews
Violations
None cited
Last inspected
Feb 2026

Its most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 came back clean. Diners give it 3.7 across 1,099 reviews. It's a Chinese spot in Orlando. Menus here flag options for dairy-free and healthy diners.

A · 100/100 · among the cleanest kitchens in Orange County

Get directions Call (407) 282-6703

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (100/100)
Violations
None recorded
Address
688 N ALAFAYA TRAIL SPC #110, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Chinese
Categories
Chinese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Caterer, Chinese noodle restaurant, Chinese takeaway, Delivery Chinese restaurant
Price
$
Rating
3.7 stars (1099 reviews)
Seats
85
Phone
(407) 282-6703
Website
Official website
Photo of PANDA EXPRESS #1304
Photo: Panda Express

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
3.7 Community-sourced rating 1,099 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Worth separating two things on this listing: how the food is received, and how the kitchen inspects. When front-of-house comes up here it is usually a criticism, and the ratings attached average 2.3. Wait times is the next most common subject, in 50% of reviews (averaging 1.8).

The single most common rating left here is 1 star (10 of 20). How food arrives shows up in 25% of reviews as well, averaging 2.4. Of the 20 rated reviews, 5 sit at four stars or better and 13 at two or below.

The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (100/100) and no violations cited. The visit behind that grade was February 11, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. On health score it sits safer than 100% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. The inspector left without citing anything — worth noting, since most visits find something.

Worth separating: the complaints above cluster on wait times, not on the kitchen, which inspected well. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 20 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    As often as I come to this location I was very shocked with this evening’s service. The staff is very inattentive and cold. They did not greet as we entered the establishment. Approaching the counter still there was no greeting. I waited for about five minutes, no one said anything or even acknowledged that I was there, but made eye contact. One person cooking, another completing orders that looked like were backed up because several people were waiting. Understanding that it was busy I waiting patiently but eventually walked out not served at all and no one said anything. I probably won’t return to the location again because as a paying customer service is very big to me and this was unacceptable. If you don’t want to do the job then find something else you may enjoy doing.

  • June 12, 2026

    The place was overwhelmed. People lined up to the door and on line orders were stacking up because food was low and had to wait for the cooks to catch up. It was still over half-hour before we were served. Then it was smaller portions than they usually give you. They need Separate area to do online and uber eats and have people only doing that. Two weeks later and it is still the same. Nothing has changed.

  • June 9, 2026

    The food was good, but the line was so long ( it was out the door) that it was luke warm to cold by the time we got it. The staff was insufficient for the Friday evening crowd. I suggest they add staff so the food is ready faster and is actually hot. We and a number of other customers ate outside because it was so crowded. The tables were not cleaned and some of the few chairs there were broken. These issues are easy and inexpensive to prevent.

  • June 6, 2026

    They missing the express to go with the panda

  • June 6, 2026

    Terrible service! I asked for a couple extra teriyaki packages and the young guy Warren acted like I was bothering him.

  • May 12, 2026

    I wish the Orange Chicken quality was more consistent. Half the time it is good, half the time, there is no chicken - all breading. Half the time the broccoli beef is old and soggy, and half the time it is fresh and crispy. The biggest problem is the orange chicken. They should call it orange fried breading if there isn’t any chicken in there. Also, I usually stand there for about 5 minutes waiting for someone to had me my online order that is ready and getting cold.

  • April 16, 2026

    A las 9:00 pm el personal está más preocupado en cerrar el local que en atender a los clientes. Una esperan de más de 25 minutos y le faltaba prepara mi pedido pero no lo estaban haciendo.

  • April 7, 2026

    All the workers had on NO GLOVES! I watched an employee touch everything in the kitchen bare hands then touch ingredients to cook the food! All bare hands. Touch some meat in a bag still no gloves. I was so disgusted with watching that and seeing one employee give the others so much attitude. 5 minutes watching that and walked out from the disgust! Do better!

  • April 6, 2026

    The staff seemed uninterested and unfriendly, like they didn’t want to be there. When I asked a simple question about the menu, I got a short, dismissive response. No one smiled, and the overall attitude felt cold and unwelcoming. To make matters worse, I noticed an employee Terra, handling food without wearing gloves, which is a basic hygiene expectation. That was honestly pretty concerning and made me question the overall cleanliness of the place. For a place that’s usually quick and reliable, this visit was a letdown. I won’t be coming back to this location anytime soon.

  • March 26, 2026

    Very disappointed with the service at Panda Express today. An employee filled up an entire tray of food for one customer’s to-go order, but when it was our turn and we asked for the same item, we were told to wait because it was no longer available. I waited 15 minutes while the orders were still sitting on the table, which was extremely frustrating. This felt unfair and poorly handled. There should be consistency and consideration for all customers, not just one order taking everything. Definitely not a good experience.

  • March 21, 2026

    Faith and Desmond were awesome, great customer service. Helped us with our food choice and they were on point. Customer service 10/10

  • March 19, 2026

    Why does it feel like I’m in Antarctica in here?

  • March 3, 2026

    I'm going to start out by saying I'm sorry I forgot the girl who was working there but the time is 1:40 p.m. Tuesday March 3rd and that girl is amazing She was moving around like this no tomorrow doing great service still managed to serve people and cash them out She is amazing. And like I said I do apologize I forgot her name

  • February 25, 2026

    Chain store, but this one is particularly bad

  • February 22, 2026

    Never has anything you want, always out and don’t restock it.

  • February 12, 2026

    Employee told us about buying large a LA carte box versus medium. Clean & nice atmosphere. Food needs to be hot, not lukewarm. Green beans w/chicken is very good. Parking lot shared with other businesses. Easy in & out.

  • February 9, 2026

    The staff were extremely inattentive and uninterested. I had to wait half an hour just to be able to place my order. I definitely do not recommend this place.

  • February 8, 2026

    Workers are rude and ignore the drivers that are picking up and the staff can't multi-task.Handing , in order to a driver while ringing somebody up causing the driver to wait an unnecessary amount of time

  • February 3, 2026

    Went in to grab lunch today and to my surprise the cook was handling food with out gloves , when questioned I was told they don’t have to ! I couldn’t believe my ears , not only for sanitizer reasons but the amount of cross contamination I witnessed was scary. Employees VERY rude basically told me if I didn’t like it don’t eat there . Asked for a manager of course no one available till Friday . Well I took your advice definitely won’t be eating at this location. BEWARE!!

  • February 3, 2026

    Akira is the manager here at this location I came in with an allergy request The person behind the counter told me that they could make something and then they told me that they couldn't cuz I believe the gentleman in the back did not want to make it because it was after 9:00pm The manager was too busy cleaning the bathrooms to come up and actually talk to an upset customer I don't think I would ever come back to this location at all extremely poor management skills for a manager not to come up and actually speak to a customer !!!! I don't think if you can't come up and resolve a problem I don't think you need to be a management stay cleaning the bathrooms

Overall Score

65 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 7/20
    2 options listed
  • Community rating 15/20
    3.7★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 3/10
    Declining, 25% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
10 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
10 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
10 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
10 AM to 10 PM
Friday
10:30 AM to 10:30 PM
Saturday
10 AM to 10:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM to 10:30 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. February 11, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 0 basic

    No violations cited.

  2. January 26, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
  3. December 8, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    0 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 0 basic

    • 11 — Employee health knowledge; no ill/symptomatic employee present (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  4. July 16, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 3 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: February 11, 2026