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Chinatown Express

4.6 (653 reviews)
ModerateChinese
Closed • 3:30 pm - 9:30 PM

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for groups

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poor customer service. i went there to buy food and the lady was so rude and She ignore me She called someone to help me out since i was talking to my husband what they want and she keep staring at me and I don't feel welcome. And she charge too much for combo C . i will not come back!!!! Places looks dirty

Beef + Broccoli
Jess A.

Tonight I willingly entered a 45-minute culinary waiting room at Chinatown Express. Four orders ahead of me... wait, maybe five. Time moving at the speed of steamed rice. I aged slightly. Zero regrets. After days of Christmas leftovers and polite meals pretending to still be exciting, this was the most welcome change of pace. I left victorious with chow mein, beef and broccoli, orange chicken, kung pao chicken, and egg rolls and let me tell you... this was not food. This was a reset. A reward. A reminder that happiness can, in fact, come in a foam takeout container. Every bite was fresh, hot, and doing exactly what great Chinese takeout should do: restoring balance to your soul and making you forget you ever smiled politely at dry holiday ham. Yes, the wait was long. Yes, I questioned my life choices around minute 23 and briefly considered ordering snacks elsewhere. But the payoff? Absolutely worth it. Chinatown Express stays consistent where it matters most. The food is always fresh, always delicious, and somehow tastes like it was made just for you, not panic-cooked under pressure. The owners are friendly, generous, and genuinely kind. The place is always clean, the vibes are welcoming, and even when it's packed, they move with purpose, not chaos... like people who know they're worth the wait. And the best part? $20 fed me and my kiddo, with a full plate set aside for lunch tomorrow. That's dinner, bonding time, and future-me gratitude all in one order. If you're in a rush, plan ahead. If you want food that hits every single time and saves you from another round of holiday leftovers, bring your patience and prepare to be fed properly. I'd wait again. And again. And probably longer next time.

Happy customers!
Emma H.

The lady is always so kind. We often have to wait to get served, but the wait is worth it. She serves generously and brings cheer to your day. The tables are clean, we usually take things to go. I just tried the dragon fruit drink and it's excellent! It's a positive environment.

We recently move back to La Habra & where craving Chinese, This place did not disappoint! The owner was very welcoming and generous with the portions of food. This place has been around since I was a kid! Will be back forsure! 10/10

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William Z.

5/5 My family and I were looking for something fast and warm to eat, and we stumbled across Chinatown Express here on Yelp. Let me just say--the reviews weren't lying! This place is pretty darn good. The lady who helped us was so friendly and welcoming. She asked what we liked, whether we enjoyed spicy food, and even gave us great suggestions based on that. You don't get service like that everywhere! And the portions? Huge. Good thing we showed up hungry because they definitely don't hold back. The food itself was delicious--so good that even my kids loved it, and they're extremely picky eaters. That alone gets extra points! Service was quick, the place is on the smaller side, but it has a really cozy, good-vibe atmosphere. If you're craving quality American Chinese food, I'd highly recommend giving this spot a try. We'll definitely be back!

I showed up 20-30 minutes early thinking they closed at 3pm when they opened at 3pm, The lady was still super welcoming and offered me a drink while a waited she asked me what I wanted and made everything fresh to order. Chinatown Express is hands down one of the best spots around! From the moment I walked in, the lady working there was incredibly kind, welcoming, and made the whole experience even better. The customer service was outstanding. The food portions are huge you definitely get a lot for your money. It's hard to find places that give you this much food at such a great price. On top of that, everything tasted fresh and was made with quality ingredients. You can really tell they care about what they serve. If you're looking for delicious food, generous portions, great prices, and amazing service, Chinatown Express is the place to go. I'll definitely be coming back!

The lady who owns the place is an absolute angel, the kindest lady you will ever meet that will make sure you are very fell wed! The restaurant is clean and has seating, the ambiance is what you'd expect- just a nice fast food Chinese restaurant, and the food is super plentiful, hot, and delicious! 10/10 She gave my fiancée a free fruit tea and egg rolls during our short wait! She is so so kind!

Chowmien orange chicken fried rice
Matthew D.

Omg, the owner is so amazing and sweet. She is just like a grandmother everyone wishes for. I came in for the first time with my wife and son. We ordered 3 plates, and she asked if my son was hungry. Which I thought was weird. But then she gave my son a sample plate to eat while we waited!!!!! The owner just kept feeding us while we waited for our plates.

Fresh Chicken and Beef. Oct 2, 2025
Matthew G.

I always crave Chinese food from this place. I tried it a few years back and i love it! This place is THE hidden gem of chinese food in La Habra. The owner is soooo sweet and friendly. I highly recommend trying the food here. They always cook everything fresh and if they're out of something, she'll ask the cooks to start making it for you ASAP. The chicken is always soooo yummy. Her sauces and recipes are always the same and delicious. again, I highly recommend stopping by and trying their yummy and PERFECT chinese food!!!

Ashley R.

Never met Such a sweet lady ! You can just tell that she cares about her customers and about her food. It can get a little busy but it's worth the wait. My favorite is the fried rice & bbq pork but the pork was all sold out !

I had the best experience here for a quick stop for Chinese food late night, my family has been coming here and the lady serving is so generous and sweet. I love this place and for $15 this is such a good size plate that could easily feed 2.

Orange chicken, chowmein and flavored tea
Rene T.

This place is hands down one of the best Chinese foods I have tried, the orange chicken was a very crispy as well as flavorful. The service was fantastic as well, it was my first time being there and the feeling of being there just felt very welcoming, they had given some extra items to take and honeslty I couldn't be more thankful for Joanna. The ambiance again feels welcoming, and again for the food the chicken was good it dint feel like it had a lot of oil it felt really clean and good. The honey chicken I would say if you mix it with the jalapeño chicken it's such a good combo with the white rice as well. As you can see I really enjoyed the spot and would highly recommend this spot. 10/10 recommend

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Joanna is the sweetest!!! We arrived close to their closing time yet Joanna was still kind and gave us a generous amount

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Why is this place so inconsistent with their hours? Every time I go they are closed. Is there somethings I dont know???

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As usual, very good , Joann very kind and generous with her portions . The food made enough meals for me for 3 days.

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Ask the Community - Chinatown Express

Can you please update your hours? I'm here at 1pm on a Tuesday and no one is here.

The same thing ALWAYS happens to me. I started calling before showing up because they open whenever they want, they don't have set hours and days despite the hours being posted on the restaurant entrance. They need to either adjust their posted… 

When will this place re-open? I miss their food 😩

As of today 6-16-2020 at 11am, they are open again and serving delicious food!!

I have passed by this place and I am assuming it is closed due to Covid19? No sign of anything. When will they reopen?…

Yup they just reopened today 6-16-2020!!

What type of bread do they bake fresh (it's on their sign)?

Does anyone know if they use MSG in their food? (Monosodium Glutamate)

I don't think so. I think I know the taste of MSG and I don't really detect it here.

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