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Panda Gourmet: A Taste of Szechuan in Washington, DC
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Panda Gourmet

325 reviews

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Hours

Monday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

About Panda Gourmet

Nestled in the heart of Washington, DC, Panda Gourmet offers an inviting Chinese restaurant experience that combines authentic Szechuan flavors with a welcoming ambiance. Located at 2700 New York Ave NE, this establishment is a gem for anyone seeking a taste of China's rich culinary heritage. With extended hours from Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Panda Gourmet ensures that food enthusiasts can enjoy their meals at any time that suits them best.

Panda Gourmet specializes in Szechuan cuisine, known for its bold flavors and balanced use of spice. The restaurant's menu features a variety of traditional dishes that cater to both adventurous and more conservative palates. Patrons have praised the freshness of ingredients and the generous portion sizes, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

The dining experience at Panda Gourmet is enhanced by its warm and inviting atmosphere. The interior design creates a cozy environment, perfect for casual meals with family or friends. The restaurant's commitment to quality and authenticity has earned it a loyal customer base, as evidenced by the positive reviews from satisfied diners.

  • Authentic Szechuan Flavors: Panda Gourmet is celebrated for its authentic Szechuan dishes, including wood ear mushrooms, shangzi steamed cold noodles, and mapo tofu. These dishes are beloved for their perfect balance of heat and spice, offering a true taste of China.
  • Generous Portions and Fresh Ingredients: Customers have highlighted the generous portion sizes and the freshness of ingredients as standout features of their dining experience at Panda Gourmet. The meals are both satisfying and affordably priced for the quality offered.
  • Efficient and Attentive Service: While some diners have noted that the service can feel a bit cold, it is universally described as efficient and attentive. The staff is known for accommodating special requests and ensuring a smooth dining experience for all guests.

Panda Gourmet also offers reasonable pricing for its high-quality meals. With an average spend of around $80 per person, including dishes like curry chicken, general tso, and beef lo mein, the restaurant provides excellent value for the culinary experience it delivers. This makes it a great choice for those looking to enjoy authentic Chinese cuisine without breaking the bank.

Customer feedback reflects the overall positive experience at Panda Gourmet. One visitor mentioned how excited they were to find authentic Szechuan food in their neighborhood, while another praised the restaurant's proximity to popular attractions like concert venues. The shared enthusiasm among diners underscores Panda Gourmet's reputation as a must-visit destination for Chinese cuisine in Washington, DC.

Panda Gourmet Location

2700 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA

Customer Reviews

4.0
325 reviews
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Tyler Donahue
Jan 04, 2025

Food was lovely! We really enjoyed the wood ear mushrooms, shangzi steamed cold noodles, the cubed fish and silken tofu-mapo style. The portions were generous and very fresh. The balance of heat and spice was perfect. We are so excited to return now that we know there is authentic Szechuan food in our neighborhood. Service was a bit cold, yet efficient.

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Adriel Etheridge
Oct 20, 2024

Visiting DC to see a concert the place is close went there with my mother and 2 siblings food was great we all enjoyed the meals. Prices are high that being said you get a large portion so it’s reasonable I got the Curry chicken which was great. My mother and one of my siblings got the general tso, and another the beef Lo Mien, everyone was happy ended up spending about 80$ which is fair it’s about what I’d spend going to your run of the mill Chinese American place just with much better food.

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NMB Traveler
Oct 21, 2024

Really enjoyed the shrimp & eggplant hotpot, and the garlic chicken, which came with snowpeas and mushrooms. Paired with a pot of jasmine tea and sesame balls for dessert. This restaurant is definitely a hidden gem - so glad a friend recommended it.

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Mei-Ye Jiang Wong
Oct 29, 2024

Arrived too the dimly lit restaurant right after they opened. There were no other patrons. The hostess/waitress greeted us and brought us to a table right next to the hostess stand. My baby was asleep and I didn't appreciate how inconsiderate the waitress was when she was breaking ice and pouring water noisily. When ordering my husband asked me my opinion on whether or not he would like a particular dish. Maybe the waitress misunderstood but she answered the question abruptly probably not realizing the question was not for her. When our food arrived she had brought out the dish that was in question before even though we nver said we wanted it. Subsequently a dish which we ordered was left out. The food was okay. We had a few cold dishes: sliced pig 👂, wood ear, and century egg. For the main dishes we had sour cabbage fish soup and Mongolian Beef. Portions were all small except the soup. The beef was not tender and the soup lacked substance. I did not think any of the food was worth their costs but we were hungry and wanted to try something different and the food sufficed.

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Veena Advani
Dec 28, 2024

Been coming here for years, my favorite Chinese restaurant in DC. Highly recommend the Shanxi cold steamed noodles. One of the best things on the menu.

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