Mama Gao's food truly stands out for its authenticity and flavor. Each dish takes me back to the familiar and comforting tastes of my childhood, reminding me of the meals my mother used to cook.

One of the best dumplings I've ever had it.

For business or pleasure, this place is fun! The interior has so much to look at and enjoy- a canopy of flower blossoms at the bar, downtown neon signs on the way to the washroom, open kitchen by the sushi bar and intimate outdoor seating if the weather is pleasant. The sushi was awesome and they had a great selection of sake and beer. They have hot food as well.They also offer half-off bottles of sake one day during the week (currently on Thursdays). Lots of street and garage parking available and a great jumping off point if you have other activities you are going to in the area. TIP: the front entrance is down the stairs!

This place is really a vibe🙌🏻 Great food, great drinks, and great ambiance brings a crowd. Both selection and ambiance are top notch. Service was great. Location is prime and what they’ve done with the place really makes it a fun spot. I’d go as far as to say this is one of the better spots for a night out in St. Pete…starting or finishing, if you like Asian cuisine and modern urban fusion culture this is a spot to check out.

I'm so glad to have found this gem. I grew up in China and I'm vegan. While vegan Chinese food options are common in the US, they are usually limited and taste mediocre, so I had learned to rely on Thai and Vietnamese restaurants to quench my cravings until I found the New Peking Wok. They have a dedicated vegan menu. Each dish is incredibly delicious and flavorful. I don't know how they make them so tasty, and I know what you are thinking - it's not MSG. I am allergic to MSG and they never use it. The food still tastes freaking amazing without me having to worry about getting a migraine the next day. Their dishes are also not greasy like typical American Chinese restaurants. The moo shu tofu with thin pancakes is fantastic, and so are all their tofu dishes, with perfectly fried tofu. The texture and flavor are on point. Don't forget to ask for the chili oil to go with everything (it's flavorful and not spicy). The atmosphere is also very relaxing. With soft piano music in the background, it's easy to have conversations. Aside from the delicious vegan food and relaxing ambiance, the owners Lisa and her husband, the staff (Yun, Angel, Ada), and the chefs are all exceptionally friendly. Every time I visit there, it feels like going to see my big auntie and her family. It's not because I happen to have the appearance of a lost Chinese kid in a foreign land, they treat every customer with such kindness and enthusiasm. I only wish I lived closer so I could visit more often. If you love vegan Chinese food, definitely give them a try.

Came here with my fiancé since we’ve lived in the area for some years but never tried , service is spectacular gorgeous ladies make sure you know what you’re ordering and the prices are about unbeatable for the lunch menu you get soup and entree plus free tea! Gotta check them out!

Have had this place once or twice but this will be the last time. Got the chefs special chow mein and it was a gelatinous mess. Inedible. The fried rice was fine but the chow mein was so bad we wasted over $20.

We’ve been ordering the same to-go meal (No.1 plate) on News Years Eve for over 40 years. The quality and consistency has not changed even with new owners. If you want traditional American Chinese food this is your place.

Panda Express is one of my favorites. You cannot beat the price and food quality combination. Always fresh and delicious. The workers work hard and are courteous. Nice and clean spacious dining area with booths. Thanks Panda and team!

Stopping here as a regular customer to get food knowing Jay. For the past years, I have never had an issue until now. You got this weirdo, so she claims to be a manager coming out from Starbucks to the side building of Panda Express her name is KIM screams trying to take a picture of my truck without my permission for something we didn't do bad demanding us to leave. Like, who are you and who hired you as a manager demanding us to leave making false accusations stopping to smoke a cigarette in the corner. You need to be retrained instead of making false verbal accusations on people thinking your accusations were valid and then contacting Jay stating false lies to him over the phone. KIM, you are an example of good customers not returning to this location because u acting like i done something bad screaming and making things up in your tiny brains. I will be contacting corporate on behalf of your behavior. Also, if you are a manager, why don't you have a manager tag on the way Jay would so again? You're just an employee who needs to be retrained how to have customer service. I am writing to express my extreme disappointment and frustration with the treatment I received during my recent visit to your establishment. As a regular customer, I have always been satisfied with the service and food provided, particularly when Jay is working. However, my latest experience was marred by the unprofessional behavior of an individual claiming to be a manager named Kim. On my most recent visit, Kim emerged from the Starbucks adjacent to your location on the side building and approached me in a confrontational manner. She began screaming and attempting to take a picture of my vehicle without my permission, citing unfounded accusations. I was shocked and taken aback by her behavior, which was not only unprofessional but also harassing. Kim's actions were completely unwarranted, and I took great offense to her false accusations and verbal abuse. Furthermore, I was dismayed to learn that she had contacted Jay, a manager staff member. I have come to trust and relayed false information about the incident. This not only reflects poorly on Kim but also undermines the trust I have in your establishment. As a customer, I expect to be treated with respect and dignity, particularly when I have done nothing wrong. Kim's behavior was a stark contrast to the excellent service I have come to expect from your location. Her actions, including screaming, making false accusations, and attempting to take pictures without permission, are unacceptable and demonstrate a clear lack of customer service skills. I am also concerned that Kim does not appear to have a manager's tag or identification, which raises questions about her authority and legitimacy as a manager. It is imperative that your staff, particularly those in management positions, are properly trained and equipped to handle customer interactions in a professional and respectful manner. I intend to contact your corporate office to report this incident and express my disappointment with the treatment I received. I hope that you will take immediate action to address Kim's behavior and provide her with the necessary training to ensure that customers are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve. I hope that you will take my complaint seriously and take prompt action to rectify the situation. Kim should be fired as she's not a great fit for Panda Express within her discriminating against me and my partner refusing to have us order food. We will not be regular customers here anymore. The owner of this place needs to see this unacceptable type of behavior Kim claiming she owns the store.