Panda Express Menu With Prices 2026, Calories & Deals
Panda Express serves customizable American Chinese meals built around sides and entrées, with Bowl, Plate, Bigger Plate, Cub Meal, Family Meal, appetizers, drinks and catering options. In the official pickup menu reviewed, a Bowl was $8.50, a Plate $10.50, a Bigger Plate $12.50 and the 5 Person Family Meal $41.00. This guide also covers calories, featured items, rewards, allergens, ordering and restaurant hours.
Prices were checked on August 9, 2026, using Panda Express’s official pickup menu. Prices, products, promotions and availability may vary and can change without notice.
Price disclaimer: Prices may vary between restaurants and ordering methods. Delivery prices may be higher than pickup or in-store prices. Sales tax, service fees, delivery charges and optional add-ons may not be included.
Only prices that could be verified through the official pickup ordering system are shown as exact dollar amounts below. Current pricing for individual appetizers, drinks, Cub Meals, à la carte portions and some other categories should be checked on the live ordering menu before purchase.
Panda Express Menu With Prices
Panda Express primarily prices meals according to the number of side and entrée selections. Premium entrées or optional additions can increase the final price shown at checkout.
Panda Express Meal Prices
| Menu Item | What It Includes | Verified Pickup Price | Official Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowl | 1 Side + 1 Entree | $8.50 | 280–1,130 Cal |
| Plate | 1 Side + 2 Entrees | $10.50 | 430–1,640 Cal |
| Bigger Plate | 1 Side + 3 Entrees | $12.50 | 580–2,150 Cal |
| 5 Person Family Meal | 2 Large Sides + 3 Large Entrees | $41.00 | 430–1,640 Cal per serving |
| Panda Cub Meal™ | 1 Jr. Side + 1 Jr. Entree + fruit + bottled water or kid’s juice | Check live menu | 300–740 Cal |
| Panda Bundles | Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate + Medium Fountain Drink | Check live menu | 280–2,560 Cal |
| Balanced Protein Plates | Pre-set Plate combinations | Check live menu | 460–875 Cal |
The Bowl is the least expensive adult meal format among the verified prices reviewed. Moving from a Bowl to a Plate costs $2 more and adds another entrée selection. Moving from a Plate to a Bigger Plate also costs $2 more and adds a third entrée selection.
Panda Express Sides
Meal prices normally include the designated number of side selections. Separate à la carte pricing depends on the restaurant and portion selected.
| Side | Standard Portion | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chow Mein | 11 oz | 600 Cal |
| Fried Rice | 11 oz | 620 Cal |
| Super Greens | 10 oz | 130 Cal |
| White Steamed Rice | 11 oz | 520 Cal |
The side choice can make a substantial difference in total calories. For example, the official standard portions list Super Greens at 130 calories and Fried Rice at 620 calories, a difference of 490 calories before the entrée is added.
Panda Express Entrées
Panda Express notes that entrée selection varies between restaurants. The following items appear in the official nutrition information and current menu materials. The calorie values below use the standard portions listed in the official nutrition guide.
| Entree | Standard Portion | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| The Original Orange Chicken | 5.92 oz | 510 Cal |
| Hot Orange Chicken | 5.92 oz | 550 Cal |
| Black Pepper Chicken | 6.30 oz | 280 Cal |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken | 6.00 oz | 275 Cal |
| Kung Pao Chicken | 6.73 oz | 320 Cal |
| Mushroom Chicken | 5.70 oz | 220 Cal |
| Honey Sesame Chicken Breast | 5.30 oz | 340 Cal |
| String Bean Chicken Breast | 5.60 oz | 210 Cal |
| SweetFire Chicken Breast | 5.80 oz | 360 Cal |
| Beijing Beef | 5.60 oz | 470 Cal |
| Black Pepper Sirloin Steak | 5.10 oz | 180 Cal |
| Broccoli Beef | 5.44 oz | 150 Cal |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp | 4.39 oz | 430 Cal |
Meal pricing is based primarily on Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate size rather than a separate price for every standard entrée. However, items designated as premium on the live ordering menu can add an extra charge.
Appetizers and Extras
| Menu Item | Official Serving | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Egg Roll | 1 roll | 200 Cal |
| Chicken Potsticker | 3 pieces | 160 Cal |
| Cream Cheese Rangoon | 3 pieces | 190 Cal |
| Vegetable Spring Roll | 2 rolls | 240 Cal |
| Apple Pie Roll | 1.94 oz portion | 150 Cal |
Exact appetizer prices were not consistently available from a location-neutral official source during this review, so they are not estimated here.
Drinks
Panda Express lists fountain and other beverage options, with its main menu showing a calorie range of 0–570 calories per serving for the drinks category. Actual selection, sizes and prices vary.
The official homepage is also currently promoting a Strawberry Dragonfruit Flavored Refresher. A current standardized calorie value for that featured beverage was not found in the official nutrition information reviewed, so no calorie figure is assigned here.
Signature and Notable Menu Items
The Original Orange Chicken
The Original Orange Chicken remains a key Panda Express menu item and is listed at 510 calories for a 5.92-ounce standard serving. Its sweet, citrus-forward sauce and crispy chicken format make it suited to diners who prefer a sweeter entrée.
It can be selected as part of a Bowl, Plate, Bigger Plate or other eligible meal configuration, subject to availability.
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken contains 275 calories and 33 grams of protein per standard 6-ounce serving according to the official nutrition information.
Compared with several breaded and sauce-heavy entrées reviewed, it provides a way to build a meal around grilled chicken while still choosing the side separately.
Broccoli Beef
Broccoli Beef combines beef and broccoli and is listed at 150 calories and 15 grams of protein per 5.44-ounce serving.
It is among the lower-calorie entrées included in the menu items reviewed for this article, although the total meal can change significantly depending on the chosen side and additional entrées.
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak
Black Pepper Sirloin Steak is listed at 180 calories and 19 grams of protein per 5.10-ounce serving.
The live ordering menu determines whether an additional premium entrée charge applies, so customers should check the displayed total before checkout.
Honey Walnut Shrimp
Honey Walnut Shrimp is listed at 430 calories per 4.39-ounce serving. Current official ordering menus can identify it as a premium entrée, meaning the final cost of a Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate may be higher when it is selected.
Best-Value Orders
The following value comparisons are editorial judgments based strictly on the verified pickup prices reviewed on August 8, 2026. They are not guaranteed at every restaurant.
Lowest-Priced Verified Adult Meal: Bowl
At $8.50, the Bowl was the least expensive adult meal format with a verified pickup price in this review.
It includes one side and one entrée, making it the simplest choice for diners who do not need multiple entrée selections.
Best Middle-Ground Choice: Plate
The Plate was $10.50, just $2 more than the Bowl.
That additional $2 increases the meal from one entrée selection to two. For someone who wants more variety without moving to the largest individual meal format, the Plate provides a useful balance.
Best Individual Variety: Bigger Plate
The Bigger Plate was $12.50 and includes one side with three entrée selections.
Compared with the $8.50 Bowl, paying $4 more adds two additional entrée selections. Premium entrée charges can change that calculation.
Best Verified Sharing Format: 5 Person Family Meal
The 5 Person Family Meal was $41.00 and includes two Large Sides and three Large Entrees.
Dividing the base $41 price by five gives an editorial cost comparison of $8.20 per person when shared among five people. That figure is before tax, premium entrée charges, extras or other fees and does not guarantee equal individual portions.
Current Featured Menu Items
Hot Orange Chicken
Panda Express is currently featuring Hot Orange Chicken, a spicier variation connected to its Original Orange Chicken.
The official nutrition guide lists a standard 5.92-ounce serving at 550 calories. Availability can differ, and no nationwide end date for the current feature was verified in the sources reviewed. It may therefore change or leave individual menus without notice.
Strawberry Dragonfruit Flavored Refresher
The official homepage is also currently promoting a Strawberry Dragonfruit Flavored Refresher.
Availability, price and beverage options can vary. Because a matching standardized nutrition entry was not available in the official nutrition information reviewed, no calorie value is stated here.
Panda Express Deals, Bundles and Rewards
Panda Bundles
The current menu includes Panda Bundles, which combine a Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate with a Medium Fountain Drink.
The official menu lists a broad calorie range of 280–2,560 calories, depending on the selected meal and beverage. A single reliable nationwide bundle price was not available, so customers should check the current ordering menu.
Panda Rewards
Panda Rewards members currently earn 10 Panda Points for every $1 spent on qualifying purchases.
Rewards can be redeemed beginning at 200 points. Current Rewards Shop options include:
| Reward | Points Required |
|---|---|
| Upgrade to Premium Entree | 200 points |
| Upgrade Bowl to Plate | 250 points |
| Upgrade Plate to Bigger Plate | 250 points |
| Small Appetizer | 300 points |
| Medium Drink | 350 points |
| Medium A La Carte Side | 650 points |
| Small A La Carte Entree | 750 points |
| Cub Meal | 850 points |
| Bowl | 1,250 points |
| Plate | 1,500 points |
| Bigger Plate | 1,750 points |
| Family Meal | 5,000 points |
The program also lists member offers and a purchase-based birthday gift. Panda states that points expire after 365 days without a qualifying purchase.
Promotional or account-specific offers can differ between members, so an offer visible in one account should not be assumed to be available to everyone.
Panda Express Calories and Nutrition
Panda Express publishes nutrition information for standard recipes and serving methods. Because meals are customizable, the total calories depend heavily on the side, number of entrées, premium selections, sauces, drinks and extras.
The official meal ranges are:
| Meal Type | Official Calorie Range |
|---|---|
| Bowl | 280–1,130 Cal |
| Plate | 430–1,640 Cal |
| Bigger Plate | 580–2,150 Cal |
| Balanced Protein Plates | 460–875 Cal |
| Panda Cub Meal | 300–740 Cal |
| Panda Bundles | 280–2,560 Cal |
Lower-Calorie Choices Among Items Reviewed
Several standard portions in the official nutrition guide have comparatively moderate calorie totals:
- Broccoli Beef: 150 Cal
- Black Pepper Sirloin Steak: 180 Cal
- String Bean Chicken Breast: 210 Cal
- Mushroom Chicken: 220 Cal
- Grilled Teriyaki Chicken: 275 Cal
- Black Pepper Chicken: 280 Cal
These figures describe individual standard entrée portions, not complete meals.
Higher-Calorie Entrées Among Items Reviewed
Examples with higher calorie totals include:
- Hot Orange Chicken: 550 Cal
- The Original Orange Chicken: 510 Cal
- Beijing Beef: 470 Cal
- Honey Walnut Shrimp: 430 Cal
Again, these figures should not be interpreted as the calories for a complete Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate.
Panda Express explains that actual nutrition can differ because food is prepared in small batches and differences can occur in ingredients, portions, preparation, suppliers and other factors.
Panda Express Allergen and Dietary Information
Panda Express states that its ingredients include all nine major FDA allergens:
- Peanuts
- Tree nuts
- Eggs
- Fish
- Shellfish
- Milk
- Soy
- Wheat
- Sesame
The company also states that entrées are prepared using shared cooking equipment, meaning allergens could be present through cross-contact.
For that reason, a menu item’s name or apparent ingredients should not be used to assume it is allergen-free.
The official allergen information reviewed did not provide a basis for describing the entire menu or individual items as universally gluten-free, vegan or allergen-free. Removing one ingredient also does not necessarily make a dish suitable for a particular dietary restriction because recipes, sauces and shared preparation equipment still matter.
People with serious food allergies should review the latest official allergen information and speak directly with the restaurant before ordering.
Panda Express additionally states that it does not add MSG, although some ingredients may naturally contain MSG.
Panda Express Kids’ Menu
Panda Express offers the Panda Cub Meal™.
The standard menu format includes:
- 1 Jr. Side
- 1 Jr. Entree
- Fruit Side
- Bottled Water or Kid’s Juice
The main menu lists customizable Cub Meals at 300–740 calories per serving.
The official nutrition guide also provides several specific sample configurations:
| Cub Meal Configuration | Calories |
|---|---|
| Broccoli Beef Cub Meal with White Rice, Super Greens, apple crisps and bottled water | 300 Cal |
| Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Cub Meal with Chow Mein, Super Greens, apple crisps and bottled water | 400 Cal |
| Orange Chicken Cub Meal with White Rice, Super Greens, apple crisps and bottled water | 580 Cal |
The dedicated Cub Meal information states that substitutions of the side, entrée and beverage can be requested at participating restaurants. Changing those selections can also change the nutrition total.
A dependable location-neutral Cub Meal price was not available from the official source reviewed, so customers should use the live menu for current pricing.
Family Meals and Catering
5 Person Family Meal
The 5 Person Family Meal includes:
- 2 Large Sides
- 3 Large Entrees
The official pickup price reviewed was $41.00.
Premium entrées or other additions can increase the total displayed at checkout.
Catering
Panda Express also offers catering for larger orders. The official website includes catering as a dedicated ordering category and currently notes Hot Orange Chicken as a catering option.
Exact catering packages, prices, menu selections and fulfillment options depend on the restaurant and order. Since a single nationwide catering price could not be verified, catering prices are not estimated in this article.
Customers planning a large order should enter their restaurant through the official ordering system to see the applicable packages and current pickup or delivery options.
How to Order Panda Express
Customers can order Panda Express through several official channels, depending on restaurant capabilities:
- Panda Express website
- Panda Express mobile app
- In-store ordering
- Drive-thru where offered
- Order-ahead pickup
- Delivery where offered
The app also supports Panda Rewards. Members can order while signed into their account or scan their app during eligible in-store and drive-thru transactions to earn Panda Points.
Third-party delivery services may also offer Panda Express in some cases. Their menu prices, delivery fees and service charges can differ from official pickup or in-store pricing.
Always review the final checkout total because delivery, taxes, premium entrée upgrades and other additions can raise the amount above the menu’s base meal price.
Panda Express Restaurant Hours
Panda Express does not publish one opening-and-closing schedule that can safely be applied to every restaurant.
Hours vary by restaurant and may change by day. Holiday schedules and available services can also differ.
Before visiting or placing an order, check the official Panda Express website, app or store finder for the current schedule associated with the restaurant you plan to use.
Does the Panda Express Menu Cost the Same at Every Restaurant?
No. The Panda Express menu should not be expected to have identical prices everywhere.
Prices can vary because of factors such as:
- Local operating costs
- Restaurant or venue format
- Licensed or nontraditional locations
- Taxes
- Pickup versus delivery
- Delivery markups and fees
- Promotional participation
- Premium entrées
- Optional add-ons
- Customizations
Even when two restaurants carry the same Bowl, Plate or entrée, the final price can therefore differ.
The safest way to confirm a current price is to select the restaurant you plan to order from on the official website or app.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Panda Express Bowl?
The official pickup menu reviewed on August 8, 2026, listed a Bowl at $8.50. A Bowl includes one side and one entrée. This price is not guaranteed nationwide and premium entrées, taxes or delivery can increase the final cost.
How much is a Panda Express Plate?
The verified pickup price reviewed was $10.50. A Plate includes one side and two entrée selections. Current pricing should still be checked in the official ordering system before purchase.
How much is a Panda Express Bigger Plate?
The Bigger Plate was $12.50 in the official pickup menu reviewed. It includes one side and three entrées. Premium items and other upgrades can increase the price.
What is the cheapest Panda Express meal?
Among the adult meal formats with exact pickup prices verified for this article, the $8.50 Bowl was the lowest-priced option. It includes one side and one entrée. A Cub Meal may have different pricing, but a dependable price was not verified for inclusion here.
How much is the Panda Express Family Meal?
The 5 Person Family Meal was $41.00 in the official pickup menu reviewed. It includes two Large Sides and three Large Entrees. Premium entrée selections and other charges can raise the total.
What does Panda Express offer besides Bowls and Plates?
The official menu also lists Bigger Plates, Balanced Protein Plates, Panda Cub Meals, Panda Bundles, the 5 Person Family Meal, appetizers, à la carte entrées and sides, beverages and catering.
Does Panda Express have premium entrées?
Yes. The official Rewards program specifically includes an “Upgrade to Premium Entree” reward, and live ordering menus can identify premium selections. Choosing one can result in an additional charge beyond the base Bowl, Plate or Bigger Plate price.
Does Panda Express have a rewards program?
Yes. Panda Rewards members currently receive 10 Panda Points per $1 on qualifying purchases and can start redeeming rewards at 200 points. Rewards include meal upgrades, appetizers, drinks, individual meals and Family Meals at different point levels.
Does Panda Express offer delivery?
Yes, delivery is available through the Panda Express digital ordering system where supported. Availability depends on the restaurant. Delivery pricing and fees can differ from pickup or in-store pricing.
How can I find the most current Panda Express menu prices?
Use the official Panda Express website or mobile app and select the restaurant where you plan to order. That provides the most relevant current price, menu availability, premium entrée charges and ordering options before checkout.
Final Thoughts
The Panda Express menu with prices is built primarily around customizable Bowl, Plate and Bigger Plate formats, with The Original Orange Chicken among the brand’s defining menu items.
From the verified pickup prices reviewed, the $8.50 Bowl is the lowest-priced adult meal format, while the $10.50 Plate adds another entrée for $2 more. The $41 5 Person Family Meal can provide useful sharing value when its larger sides and entrées fit the group’s needs.
Because pricing, entrée selection, promotions and restaurant services can differ, check the official live ordering menu before placing an order.
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