China Express

The service here is always amazing the employees are kind and fast. Nothing bad to say about the…read moreservice at all. The ambiance is calm and clean but the food display next to the cash register at times has overflowing food, nothing too dramatic. The food is okay now, I recall a few years ago the food seemed a bit fresher specifically the chicken dishes like the orange chicken and popcorn chicken. Yes, the noodles and rice are always fresh yet today I went and got the teriyaki chicken wasn't the best. The taste is on point but the texture was really hard and seemed a bit stale along with dry. On the other hand, the butter chicken was amazing definitely give it a try!

Food was absolutely disgusting, I tried eating but could not. I will end up tossing it in the…read moretrash! I felt like I was gonna choke on the dry rice, orange chicken was nothing but hard sugar with hardly no chicken, the broccoli with beef was all broccoli with 2 small trips of broccoli. Just highway robbery. It was so bad, I ended up going to Andy's burger that never disapoints!

Interior and menu.

Huge servings! To-Go containers are the only option, even if dining in.

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CIE Sichuan Cuisine

4.2(646 reviews)

3.0 mi

I missed this place so much that I ended up making a trip to Palm Springs/Indio so I could try…read moretheir food again. Their food was still very good, and I was lucky to be there before they close for the summer. Recommendations: Garlic cucumber, clear noodle with dressing, spicy combo pot, stir fried lamb, spicy wonton soup, fish with sichuan pickles The only thing I don't recommend is fried eggplant. Portion was very small for the price ($17), it was stuffed with minced meat which wasn't in the description (I wouldn't have ordered it if I knew) They will be closed from May 25th through Sept 21st, 2026.

Many of the items on their menu were "sold out" due to Coachella. They had limited items…read more Upon arrival there was a very distinct smell. We ordered from their already limited dim sum menu which was suppose to be available until 4 pm per their menu. ( we got there around 2:40 pm) Other parties arrived after us yet they were served their food before us. The service was not great. The food was subpar. They even charged me for food they didn't even deliver. When I expressed I never got the food yet she charged me she tried to get me to pay for someone else's food. I told her that was not my bill. I would not recommend coming here. The table was dirty and so was the cutlery. It got two stars because the pan fried scallion tasted fine and my daughter liked it.

50. Stir Fried Green Bean

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88. Combo Fried Rice

Kowloon Chinese

3.9(192 reviews)

3.5 mi

OMG! Consider our household to be the number one Kowloon fans after our most recent experience! It…read morewas insanely delicious. We have been on the search for tasty Chinese food and are so happy that we found the perfect place. We did not know what to expect for serving sizes and wanted to make sure to have enough food for football Sunday -- but we were pleasantly surprised by the size of the portions. They're HUGE! Ended up with lots of leftovers that were even more delicious the next day. What was even more wonderful was the kindness and service that I experienced when I went to pick up the food. We had a big order so one of the servers offered to carry the order to my car for me when it was ready so I didn't have to lift a finger! They even threw in some extra soup to go alongside the rest of our order. So, so kind! Definitely gives us a reason to keep coming back and also was a big reason why we started recommending everyone give them a try. We didn't eat inside, but it was nice and cozy and clean.

When at lunch and had the lunch special. I didn't see Kung Pao listed and asked if it was an…read moreoption. Told it was and I ordered it. I received Kung Pao Vegetables instead. Granted, the portions where large and the taste was good, but there were four shrimps. I don't need huge portions if I don't received the dish that I ordered. My wife ordered Egg Fu Young. It wasn't pan fried...it was deep fried to the point it was almost burnt. Will not be back.

Doesn't look like much from the outside, BUT this place deserves your partonage.

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JOY Asian Cuisine

First I have to give a HUGE shout out to the hostess Asia. From the moment my family and I walked…read morein she became the face of Joy, with her beautiful greetings, smile, and just pure "Joy". Pun intended but so perfect for her! We were celebrating my 19 3/4 Birthday (x3 LOL). She seated us in a very quaint, part of the dining area, pleasantly seating each guest. Now on to our server, Tony. He was just as professional and polite and welcoming. He ensured our order, drinks and food were all done in perfect timing. Never left a drink empty and constantly ensured we were pleased with our dining experience. Now onto Asia and Tony both, they shocked me with not only an awesomely delicious chocolate cake, but a card signed by the staff. (Thank God they skipped the singing part, you know at 19 3/4 I'm still shy! LOL). Anyhow, i can't leave out the food-but it will be nothing new I write about their food! DELICIOUS AND AMAZING "A MUST!" Thank you Joy for yet again an amazing experience. We'll be back.

Had a business/pleasure meeting so we decided to meet over Chinese. The person I was meeting…read moresuggested we try JOY Asian Cuisine, the menu looked good so I was game. The restaurant is hard to find in the huge building and we ultimately had to ask directions but that's a minor detail. And if we had come through an entrance closer to the actual restaurant that might have been different. One thing that gave me pause is you can smell cigarette smoke going through the main casino building but thankfully the restaurant air was fresh with no detectable smoke odor. I suspect a positive air-flow system which is good. The restaurant interior is roomy, clean and pleasant with Oriental style decor which is nice. The staff were warm and inviting right from the person that greeted us at the entrance, throughout our meal and just as gracious upon our exit. We were there during the lunch menu which of course is limited but plenty of appealing choices. I ordered Twice cooked pork which though I have made myself I don't recall ever ordering it in a restaurant. My dish was very tasty with plenty of tender pork slices and filling enough I didn't want dessert. My lunch partner had Kung Pao chicken which looked good though I didn't taste, but he thought underwhelming, bland and average at best. If only going by my experience I would have given 5 stars but I have to take into consideration the opinion of my lunch partner for the benefit of anyone reading this review. I would eat there again but not likely anytime soon as it is an unnecessarily long drive when there are plenty of Asian restaurants that I like within my local area. Good but not 60 mile round-trip good.

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New Mulan Chinese Restaurant

4.0(151 reviews)

3.5 mi

Looked up a close chinese lunch place close to me and this spot came right up and I am glad it…read moredid!! Went in and asked if they had lunch specials to take out and she handed me a huge menu full of so many choices....wow!! Each lunch special comes with an egg roll, soup of choice and ice tea, along with at least 25+ entree choices - all for around $11 total out the door! I got the BBQ pork slices and check out the pictures - it is soooooo much food for this price. I was completely full. Super friendly staff and very clean inside. This spot is a must - good food for a good price for sure!

This was our go to lunch spot for many years when we lived close by. Now, it's been ten years since…read morewe've visited and I was very happy to stop by for lunch! They still have their lunchtime special combination plates. It includes an egg roll, egg fried rice or steamed rice along with your choice of plate. I chose the curry chicken with egg fried rice. It was just as delicious as I remembered! They have nice large tables inside or you can order something to go. The restrooms are very clean and well kept. Plenty of parking in this strip mall lot. Service was friendly and speedy. Just like I remembered!

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Palm Tree Palace

3.8(580 reviews)

5.5 mi

in restaurant or to go. Items always good. Service is pleasant and take home is always readyread more

We had lunch at the Palm Tree Palace and were treated exceptionally. The food was delicious and…read morethe service was great. It was a nice atmosphere in the restaurant too.

Inside the restaurant

51. Beef with Broccoli

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61. Kung Pao Chicken

Wok Around

2.7(94 reviews)

3.7 mi

If you're looking for gourmet, high-quality ingredients, this might not be the spot for you--but if…read moreyou want generous portions, affordable prices, and a bit of nostalgia on a plate, this place hits the spot. The food isn't for everyone, especially if you're particular about authentic Asian cuisine, but it's a solid choice for a budget-friendly, satisfying meal. It's the kind of place that shines when you need comfort food, especially after a long night out. Their drive-thru makes it easy to grab something on the go, and the service line lets you see your options before ordering. If you'd rather sit down and eat, they've got dine-in space too. It may not be five-star dining, but it definitely has a place in my heart.

Not a fan of this place. Staff was not very friendly. They had more veggies than meat. Food taste…read morelike it had been sitting there all day. Noodles and rice were dry. House special pork was tough. Got bubble guts two hours after eating it.

Love this drive thru thank you sooooo much was easy to get a soup to beat my cold

Orange chicken, beef & broccoli, rice & noodles

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Fried rice orange chicken teriyaki chicken

Panda Express

2.5(10 reviews)

0.1 mi

Food was excellent and freshly made for us. Service was outstanding very welcoming and friendly…read more Facility was very clean and well maintained. Good place to come have a good Chinese food.

Terrible they always forget somthing on my order I just ordered beef broccoli and orange chicken…read moreand a side of shrimp & beef they forgot the orange chicken if I could give it half a star I would they

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Thai Hot Restaurant

Was in town for work and had a lunch meeting. There's another Thai place closer to our hotel that…read morelots of other people were going to so our group decided to venture a little further and go to Thai Hot. We're so glad that we did. The food at Thai Hot was fresh and delicious. Our team had been to Thailand this summer and Thai Hot's flavors brought us back to our time there. We ordered papaya salad, various noodles, curries, rice dishes and soup. We didn't realize there were lunch specials till after we'd ordered. But we'd highly recommend Thai Hot.

Thai Hot Indio We…read moredecided to order takeout from Thai hot having heard wonderful things from other people in our area. I've been looking forward to trying their food for quite a while now. I wasn't feeling great on Labor Day so we decided to do takeout versus go in person, but after our first experience and this wonderful food, we cannot wait to be there in person. Pad Thai was great- my husband has enough for lunch today. Crispy spring roll is just fantastic! Pad Kee Mao with tofu is a great dish. I ordered mild spice and this did not disappoint. Tom Yum Soup, which is gluten free, is about the best I have had. Fresh vegetables and tofu in an amazing coconut broth. Mango sticky rice: now this is always my dream dessert. These mangos were heavenly and the rice creation was just right. We really loved these meals- three of us had plenty plus leftovers to savor. Run, don't walk to Thai Hot!!

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Peter S.

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3

5

10 years ago

Im not worried about a stupid receipt, like these other jackasses. This is a family owned business and sometimes they only accept Cash cause their ATM machine goes down but the food is so good ill never complain! This is Coachella's hidden gym and hopefully my review doesnt give up our little secret! I dare you to try another Chinese food place in the desert and tell me this isnt the best.Their customer service is great, I dont mind that they dont always smile, they've never disrespected me and I know that sometimes they are so busy they just want to make sure the foods good and your order is correct. Food quality and cleanliness is always an A. read more

Eric A.

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1

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4 years ago

My go to spot for the best Chinese food in the Eastern Coachella Valley. Best in Coachella. My family and I love the food. The owners are great people. They hire sharp and kind people. Great good and friendly Customer Service. Try The House Special. It will change your life. read more

Alberto C.

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4

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11 years ago

I have been a returning customer for a very long time and am still very satisfied with both the food and service. I have tried several other Chinese restaurants and none of them come close to the quality of the food here! They always make me feel welcomed. read more

Dank N.

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1

0

10 years ago

When I walked in, they offered me free gucci noodle & I left with about 5 pounds of food. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys dank noodle. All their meat tastes completely authentic & fresh. Especially the shrimp. read more

Robert C.

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3

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9 years ago

These guys are great! I have been eating at China Express for many years. They have a wide variety food and the quality is always consistent. My favorite is the Teriyaki Chicken. I highly recommend them! read more

Kimberly M.

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3

0

8 years ago

Probably the best Chinese restaurant in the valley hands down. There food was very very delicious and the owner was nice. Definitely coming back here again. Their Singapore noodles was very very good. read more

Len C.

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1

0

11 years ago

Excellent Food, a must go ! We have eaten here several times. No doubt this is some of the best Asian food ever. Super fresh and cooked perfectly. Reasonable price for delicious meal. read more

Harriet M.

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4

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4 years ago

Yes, I have eaten at this restaurant since it opened, it is a weekly visit. I love the Jalapeño Chicken it's definitely one of My favorites, Chicken or Chicken Mai fin, and Egg rolls. read more

Linda M.

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3

1

8 years ago

I love the food here and the owner is very friendly. They have this fish specialty that is so bomb. My family and I enjoy the food. Great services and great people too! read more

Bisous L.

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2

0

10 years ago

This is an excellent place! Clean & delicious. Best Chinese food in Coachella. Always nice and steamy. Good price. I definitely recommend!!. read more

Kelly D.

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2

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2 years ago

Food is delicious, the variety they offer does not disappoint. It is always a pleasant experience when coming to this establishment.

Esperanza T.

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7

0

10 years ago

food is good, only place I would order Chinese food from. very clean great family owned small business.

Emily L.

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1

0

8 years ago

Highly recommend Chinese food in the desert. Everything is cooked freshly. Great food & people!

Two S.

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1

0

7 years ago

The food is very good I've went there for my whole life and never had anything wrong with it

Juan P.

39

86

4

15 years ago

Very delicious food! The best in the valley! The fried rice is amazing. very good prices!

Jennifer R.

96

2

0

9 years ago

Great food really recommend it and placing order and picking up is really great and easy

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