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Chino Bandido

4.0 (2.5k reviews)
ModerateMexican
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Omari D.

The Jade Red Chicken & Jen Pork are still a hit for me, so while in the area, I had to make a stop. Chinese-Mexican Fusion made to order. I did the 2 meat & 2 base Chino Combo. Had the chicken fried rice and the jerk fried rice. After placing my order, I spaced that I typically do a burrito for my pork, but also realized I was good and not super hungry. I do wish they had Coke instead of Pepsi, as Pepsi Zero just isn't as popular or hit like Coke Zero... & I needed to have a kick to my drink. Welcomed by the staff and the service has always been good, as they do a great job keeping the tables clean for guests. I spent ~ $20... got my food and did a double take at the portions I got. Food was good, but overloaded with rice and not enough of the chicken & pork. Maybe that's why I didn't get the burrito, i wanted to see "how much" I was really getting :-). Would like to see the portions be more to match the amount I spent, but can't ignore that it was still good. And yeah, I tore up my snickerdoodle cookie!!

Chino Combo
Jonathan L.

Something about this place speaks to me...maybe it's the cool panda with the sombrero and revolver off the hip holding chopsticks, maybe it's the variety of flavors here, maybe it's the humbleness of the food not being pretentious. Maybe it's Guy Fieri staring at me while I eat my food. I came in and have heard of it but I really did not know what to expect. They allow you to mix around their flavors but overall I got the bigger Chino combo which allows me to select two meats and two bases. I chose the Jade Red (orange chicken) and the Emerald chicken (Hainanese chicken) for my two meats and for my bases I had the jerk fried rice and beans. It came out in like 5 min which was very impressive but the ambiance of this place made me feel welcome. There's a large panda in the corner too. First glance it comes out in this tin plate that I think they could have packed it a bit more - the people I came with said they used to pack it a bit more too. However, it looks really good. The emerald chicken was Hainanese chicken so really cool offering for like a faster restaurant but it was definitely dry. Good onion and ginger flavor though so very impressive. The jade red reminded me of an inferior orange chicken from Panda Express. If it was fresh I think it'd be better but it wasn't as crunchy. Good flavor on the sauce though. Rice was great just wish there was more and the beans were very tasty as well perfectly seasoned. Despite the shortcomings, I thought everything tasted good. It wasn't trying to be anything it wasn't and it's not pretentious. It tasted like Chinese takeout but better to me.

Hengrenade Chicken and jade red pork with  Jerk Fried Rice.
Seth R.

Great place to get some good food that has some kick to it. The service is always amazing, and the they are pretty quick with the orders. The inside is big and spacious with plenty of seating. A must try for some Mexican-Chinese influenced food.

Emerald Chicken and Jade Red Chicken and Cuban Black Beans with white rice. LOVE
Jorey C.

Coming back on here for another review because everyone needs to come and experience the wonders of Chino Bandido. The new location is bigger than the original, with a lot of tables to pick from. It's order and sit down and the food comes out so fast. The order is a white rice combo of emerald chicken and jade red chicken with black beans and then an order of black beans to take home. I can't have the fried rice sad because it looks amazing BUT I'm so happy I can have their fried jade red chicken !! It's a fan fave and for good reason - perfect chew and crunchy and savory and satisfying. The emerald chicken is refreshing. They load up the combos and I have enough for another meal. The black beans are heaven on earth, I tell everyone and anyone to get them. I never tire of the beans. The combos come with a cookie that I can't eat but that's a bonus. Everyone has been nice when I've ordered!

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Derell A.

When I come to phx from California this place is one of my go to stops. Fast easy and friendly staff. I know most like the jade chicken which is good but I'm somehow drawn to the emerald chicken. It's just my style and I always end up ordering two because I always come here hungry. To top it off they give you a snickerdoodle cookie which is excellent but I never get to eat it there because I'm always so full. Great snack tho when I get back to wherever im staying. Highly recommend and although I should try other items I'll stick to my go to emerald chicken !

Combo bowl with double jerk fried rice, hand grenade chicken, and jade red chicken. Snickerdoodle on the side.
Reese T.

I have been coming to Chino's my whole life and it holds a near and dear place in my (and Guy Fieri's) heart. It is a unique fusion between Mexican, Chinese, and Jamaican cuisines that works much better than most would assume. A few years ago, they moved locations to a new building with much more space and a more modern feel. The staff is always friendly and service is usually very fast. When the food is fresh and on, it is phenomenal and some of my favorite in the valley. Their jerk fried rice is a staple and even better with some spicy teriyaki or jade red sauce. Their fresh snickerdoodles are slightly doughy and unbeatable. On some weekends, they have chocolate volcano cookies that give the classic snickerdoodles a run for their money. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star is that on the rare occasion the jade red/hand grenade chicken can be a little dry and hard. If you try Chino's and don't love it, I'd urge you to give it another shot!

Jerk chicken, jade red chicken, black beans and rice
Beatrice B.

I travel across the valley for this gem. I love the Mexican Asian fusion. The portions are huge. The staff is always very knowledgeable of menu items and give great recommendations based on your spice preference. My favorites are the hand grenade, chicken and jerk chicken along with the jerk fried rice. The black beans are so yummy. The snickerdoodle cookie is my little treat at the end of the meal that I look forward to every time. The food has been consistent ever since I have been going to this restaurant for 15+ years.

Jade Chicken Quesadilla with Gringo Chicken and black beans with Chicken Fried Rice.
Ann L.

I love this place. The staff were so friendly and they have taken the confusion of ordering away from the customer. There are so many combos you can do. But if you love Chinese food and Mexican food, this is the place to be. I did the combo plate on this visit with jade chicken in a quesadilla and gringo chicken. My two sides were chicken fried rice and black beans. The quesadilla option was a winner for me. I do like their burrito style too, but I'll save that for next time. Jade chicken had a little heat but for me, it was perfect. The gringo chicken would be good in a wrap or quesadilla. Just like it says, cooked in basic spices. My companion got the bbq pork in a quesadilla and teriyaki chicken on the side with refried beans and chicken fried rice. Another great meal. He would probably swap out for pork fried rice or white rice on another visit. The location is very large and a great ambiance inside. It was nice being spread out. We came after the lunch rush so quieter until dinner. Don't forget to have the best part of all, a free Snickerdoodle.

Chile Relleno, quesadilla veggie, Refried Beans, Chicken Fried Rice
Megan B.

First time visiting Phoenix Steeple and I gave the combo bowl a try. I chose carnitas in a quesadilla (loved that this was even an option!) and paired it with the jade red chicken, jerk rice, black beans, and their special snickerdoodle cookie. The jade red chicken was the standout crispy, deep-fried, and similar in flavor to orange chicken, but not spicy. The snickerdoodle cookie was soft and delicious (thankfully not hard, hard cookies are a dealbreaker for me!). That said, the jerk rice and black beans didn't vibe well together, a bit too sweet and mismatched for my taste. The carnitas were under-seasoned, but the crispiness of the quesadilla helped save it. Service was great, I was greeted right away, offered suggestions, and even able to try some samples. You order at the counter and then grab a seat to wait for your food. There's a dog-friendly patio, which I always appreciate, but unfortunately, it's in direct sunlight with no shade so not ideal for my pup on a warm day. My friend ordered the veggie quesadilla, which surprised me in the best way. It tasted like a fresh veggie salad wrapped in a tortilla. She also had the chile relleno with refried beans and chicken fried rice, which I ended up liking more than my own combo. Overall, it's an interesting Mexican-Chinese fusion spot, and I'd definitely come back to try different menu items.

2 entree meal (jerk chicken, jade red chicken) Jerk Fried Rice and black beans
Kenneth R.

FINALLY!!! It's sadly been several years since my last visit to Chino Bandito. Thankful, that all changed this week when I found myself on that side of town for a 5k. The new location on Bell is quite nice and feels much larger than the previous location on Greenway. It's also nice and bright with an ample amount of seating. During today's visit, I tried a few different things: Jerk chicken, Jade Red chicken and Diablo chicken. Everything was just as I remembered... Delicious! All the food had great flavor and wasn't overly spicy. I recommend getting the jerk fried rice and black beans with your meal (you won't be disappointed). It's always nice to finish the meal with a cookie and today was no exception. Volcano cookies for the win! If you have been thinking about giving Chino Bandido a try, I would strongly advise you to do so.

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Super amazing my favorite fusion love the sweet and sour definitely a place I can go to far than I can handle

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Horrible and bland, boiled chicken. We don't recommend at all. Had high hopes, Will not return.

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Ask the Community - Chino Bandido

Do they make their own snickerdoodle cookies or just truck them in from somewhere else? Edit: Thx…

They make the cookies on-site - and other varieties on the weekend (the gals in our family love the Volcano cookies)

Does the new location have a drive-thru?

No, the new location does not have a drive through.

Are they still closed?

New location! Go check them out on Bell.

Tried to find it, GPS the address but no luck. I saw their truck parked in a closed gate.. Do they have a different address?

310 W Bell Rd, just east of Winco.

Are they open on Mondays?

They are closed Monday's

Is the new location open yet?

yes

Is it halal?

No - it's a Chinese-Mex-Jamaican fusion

Delivery

Never had official delivery service.

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