Panda Inn — Restaurant in La Palma

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Panda Express' sit-down cousin, Panda Inn is a longtime tenant at Centerpointe La Palma. Out of all these years, I recently downloaded their app and signed up for their Rewards program. Having both promos available, 2025 seemed the time to pay Panda Inn an inaugural visit.

Mini pork dumplings- Juicy! The mini pork dumplings were a great welcome promo. They came already sauced, of which I added chili oil to kick things up a notch.

Wonton soup- Chicken, shrimp, BBQ pork, chicken wontons, water chestnuts, mushrooms. I quite enjoyed Panda Inn's wonton soup. It was chockful of protein, and the broth was satisfying. What I didn't like? The actual wontons. The mixture inside was full of filler ingredients, and the wontons were a tad tough to bite into. Definitely not freshly made. Still, the wonton soup was tasty & had ample cuts of chicken, BBQ pork and shrimp. Good stuff!

White chocolate dipped fortune cookies- I could not stop eating these addictive fortune cookies. I generally avoid fortune cookies, merely cracking them open for the fortune inside, but when dipped in chocolate (milk/dark/white), it's game over.

Service was great. The attendants were quick with seating and providing assistance, when requested. The restaurant has an interesting layout, reminding me of an old timey schoolhouse or, dare I say, inn? Instead of a large open dining area, the dining rooms are semi-private. One in the front left corner, another in the rear front corner, etc. A small bar area is located in the center of Panda Inn. Parking is via a private lot.

I'm a fan of Panda Express, and now I can definitively say, I'm a fan of Panda Inn, as well. The food was solid, ditto for the service. Having both promos really made for a positive dining experience. I look forward to coming back...

After growing up in Little Saigon, finding the right Asian restaurant after moving to this area has been a bit of a challenge. We tried this place out with some hesitation, worried it wouldn't be authentic, but I'm glad to say we were pleasantly surprised!

The decor here is really something special--fancy and upscale, definitely not like the typical Asian restaurants we frequented back in Little Saigon. It's a fresh and modern vibe that feels both comfortable and sophisticated.

Our server, Billy, was a standout--super attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs, especially when it came to making sure our dishes were kid-friendly with no spice.

As for the food, it definitely hit the spot:

Walnut Shrimp: Absolutely fantastic. The shrimp was perfectly crunchy with a flavorful coating, and it wasn't mushy like you find at some other places. Easily one of the best versions of this dish I've had.

Panda Beef: This dish was a real treat. It's like orange chicken but with beef, offering that sweet and tangy flavor profile we love, but with a richer taste. It was cooked to perfection, tender with a nice crisp on the outside.

Bok Choy with Mushrooms: A solid, reliable dish. The bok choy was fresh and crisp, and the mushrooms added a nice earthy flavor. It's a simple dish, but they executed it really well.

Service was impressively fast, and we appreciated how accommodating they were with our kids' preferences. The Fortune Cookie Milk Tea was a unique and delightful touch--not overly sweet, but just the right amount of flavor to end the meal on a high note.

Pricing is reasonable, especially given the quality and ambiance. Overall, I'd highly recommend this place if you're looking for a great Asian dining experience in the area. It's definitely a new...

The service was terrific. I loved that there were multiple people serving us as we needed things addressed and not just one dedicated server. They don't carry sweet-n-low or any sugar substitutes (Just a note, not a judgement), so naturally, I got a coke. The food came out very fast. It was fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious. We started with wonton soup. Even our pickiest eater was delighted. I got honey walnut shrimp, which is one of those hit or miss entrees in restaurants, IMO. Let me tell you - IT HITS here. The glaze isn't too thick or overly mayonnaise-y. The walnuts weren't soggy or too hard. They were perfectly textured and paired incredibly well with the shrimp. The shrimp were also perfectly sized. The broccoli beef was also delicious. Fresh broccoli that still had that amazing crunch (but not too much crunch). The flavor was terrific. I wasn't the biggest fan of the fried rice. I felt like it was lacking some flavor, but it did have a terrific mixture of ingredients. We took our leftovers to go, and they reheated really well, which was also a nice surprise. We will definitely...