Went today for the first and probably last time. I was really craving Chinese food and actually went to the Blossom Tea House first. After waiting for someone to come out from the kitchen for 5 minutes I decided to walk around the corner to Happy Panda. That was 3 o'clock, it's now 8:30 and my stomach still isn't right. My favorite entrée is Kung Pao Chicken and Happy Panda's was very sub par. Like all of the food, it was luke warm, tasted like it had been sitting for a while and the veggies had no crunch. My second entree was the jalapeño chicken which was basically like popcorn chicken with a subtle jalapeño taste. This was definitely the better of the two entrees and might've been really good if it was fresh... but unfortunately it fell victim to the pitfalls previously listed. Rounding out my plate: Chow mien - not bad, rice - way below average. Good News: They pack a ton of food in your tray. Enough for a late night snack. Bad News: I tossed it. So much for the late night snack. Try it or diet final word If you like Chinese food buffets this may be a step up for you. If not, definitely Diet. read more

Happy Panda is amazing if you're on a budget or in a hurry. I didn't want to give it a try because I absolutley hate chinese fast food like Panda Express. Reluctantly, I gave it a shot. Really glad that I did. They give you options, are always very curtious, and learn names of repeat customers easily. read more

I wanted to give initially 3 1/2 but because they will make you a custom order, it's pretty cool. Whenever I go I order Kung Pow Shrimp, and since it wasn't sitting under the heat lamp for an hour, it's amazingly good. The best part is, it's 7 bucks because it's specialty! Plus they fill a plate with it. They also custom soups for you, you just have to ask. Or sometimes I'll get the won ton soup and its pretty good... For the non-custom stuff, it's okay...definitely better then Panda Express, but nothing I'm crazy for. If I was in a hurry, the beef and broccoli would do. It's okay... But I seriously love the custom Kung Pow....too bad they don't sell duck, that would rock my socks off. read more

Amazing? The Bomb? LOL, how about GREASY! Do not eat here! I paid and extra $1 not for BBQ Pork, but for grease! At the bottom of the chowmein was grease. For shits and giggles I poured all the remaining grease into a measuring cup which was almost a 1/4 cup of grease total. I had to make myself puke it out of me. read more

Happy Panda - Puddles of grease! Made me sick to my stomach. I scooped and tossed most of it except for the grease. - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

Horrible horrible horrible. I would not recommend. They used to have great service but not anymore.

This was seriously the BEST Chinese food I had in 5 years! The chow mien is amazing, good flavor and not too greasy. I had the Kung Pao Chicken and Orange chicken too. I usually don't get Orange chicken because I hate it but this orange chicken looked so good I had to try it. I loved it?! It was very very good not so much breading and the chicken chunks were HUGE. The Kung Pao was delicious too and the servings were generous. Basically a very good experience, they should however have more than one person manning the front, it got really busy and this poor guy was rushing to get everyone served. He maintained a good attitude throughout tho. 10/10 WILL BE COMING BACK! read more

Happy Panda - Chow mien, orange chicken and Kung Pao Chicken. - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

Delicious and large portions for half the price of other Chinese places. Their orange chicken is so much better than anywhere else.

Very disappointed in the taste and presentation of the food. Didn't care for large chunks of meat and chicken thighs. Prefer chicken breast sliced. read more

I haven't written a review in ages, but after visiting the Happy Panda due to the star rating on Yelp; I figured a review was necessary. I mainly just want to yell at all the people who gave this place 5 stars. Why did you do it? I have had much better Chinese at panda express, and I do not think Panda Express is any indication of what good Chinese food should be. To get into specifics, the broccoli beef was watered down and had very little flavor, of the 6 other choices for a main dish I decided to go with the mushroom chicken. The ingredients were fresh, but the flavor was lacking. Both the rice and chow mien were very bland. Decent pricing for bland food. I will admit that the soups look great and the won-ton soup I had was very good, with fresh ingredients and big old shrimp. But if delicious soups is all you want, go get some Pho. read more

I love to go eat there when I'm on a budget and want to get my moneys worth. Every time I go In to order the place is clean. I like the food options they offer the staff is nice. read more

Happy Panda is really nothing special. It's pretty much a Panda Express with no lines. There are a few things that make them stand out though. They offer soup and cooked on order dishes. The price is on point with their Chinese fast food competitors and they have a loyalty program that rewards repeat business, but I'll stick with Panda Express. read more

Very good food for good price! Location is good and the quantity of the food as well as the quality is amazing! read more

I stumbled upon this place accidentally. Had been getting boba nearby with a friend and wanted takeout. Happy Panda was the closest place so we decided to get some food. Not sure what we were expecting, but it definitely wasn't what we got. What we got was flavorful chow mein, colorful fried rice, and crispy orange chicken piled high for a great price. Definitely will be finding my way back here soon. read more

Im not happy panda :( food is terrible. Dry chicken jalapeno, uncooked eggroll and the food isnt really delicious. I am regretting buying food here. The ladies were grumpy looking too. Not friendly. Wont buy there anymore. read more

The most amazing food. I've been gone for 2 years and this is the first place I had to eat at on my visit back. Service is wonderful and friendly and food is delicious.. read more

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Meh not impressed........lunch special went up plus they charge for anything under $10. If someone could help me find the chicken in this dish that'd be great!! I'll pass next time read more

Happy Panda - Where is the chicken?!?! ‍ - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

Disgusting! Ordered fried won tongs and they were either from the day before or old! Dried out and nasty! The orange chicken was slabs of flour dipped, barley any meat and soggy! I will never go back to that place! read more

BIG PORTIONS. They are not stingy at all when it comes to their orange chicken as a Combo B is more than enough for anyone i have gone with. The egg rolls are also amazing. I'd take this over Panda Express any day. My go to for Chinese food. The workers are also very kind! read more

I love this place! Their chow mein, fried rice, and orange chicken are the best I've ever had and the most popular items by far. Their food is slightly on the oily side, but I guess that's what contributes to the taste! It's also pretty inexpensive and they give you huge portions. However, the service is ok... sometimes the staff will be cleaning the counters or doing things behind the counter when there is a huge line of people waiting... but in my opinion, the food makes up for it! read more

I tried this place on a whim and was not disappointed! I ordered the pork siu mai, bbq pork lo mein, and the chicken fried rice. Got it about 15 min later. They give you good portions and the pork siu mai are huge. My sister and I ate our fill and had plenty left over for tomorrow. The establishment was clean and the staff was friendly. Will definitely go back for more! read more

The food was gross, bland and dry. The ladies there were grumpy and either couldn't or didn't want to answer our questions. Broccoli beef had no beef .... Just call it broccoli then! Orange chicken didn't taste like orange at all and was soggy and gross. We will not go back! read more

Ordered one day hoping for Chinese food. Was not sure what to expect but I checked it out a little hole in the wall. Legitimate Chinese food Shumaia was amazing and same with the dumplings rice and Orange chicken. I have been craving it for two weeks now. read more

The food is even better now with the remodel. I recommend the Orange chicken, it tastes fresh and real, delicious and one of my favorites. read more

Happy Panda - My portion after serving my gf some. Orange chicken is amazing. - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

Plenty to eat true. The takeaway tray was full to the brim true. I was served very quickly true. The 'Chinese-ness' of the food was lacking true. It did resemble Chinese food true. So if you looking for a quick, inexpensive, filling, sort of Chinese food, this is your place. read more

I've been to this place for years and the food is good. Recently looks like they make some changes even maybe new management. Since the change my boyfriend & I love this place!!! The chow mein is so good lots of flavor compared to other fast food chinese places and the Wonton soup is a must to try!! GREAT PRICES & QUANTITY! Just wish they never took out the sweet & sour chicken! Please bring it back! read more

I prefer this to the tasty panda across the street,but its still not the place to go in Ventura unless your stuck in east Ventura like i was,theirs not much to choose from here. The staff is always super nice and the price and portions are worth it for sure. Orange chicken is always fresh here. read more

This place is great! Good food, good service and super inexpensive. I thought that getting a meal for under $5 would mean that I would have to sacrifice taste or quality but that was not the case. Is this authentic Chinese cuisine shipped directly from Beijing? No, and don't kid yourself if that is your comparison. But it is pretty darn good and you do get a good amount of variety. read more

This restaurant is trying to copy Panda Express. They get the attention of customers by using the Panda name. But not even close. The orange chicken, has no flavor, doesn't even taste like orange chicken. The mushroom chicken is flavorless. And the bar bq chicken doesn't taste like bar bq. At least now I know not to return or even recommend anyone. read more

Tried happy panda for the first time today and it was amazing. Teriyaki sauce was a little salty but nonetheless it was good not to mention its a little cheaper than panda and they give you big portions ! read more

The food is tasty and the price is great. I have yet to be disappointed. It bums me out that other reviewers feel that it's necessary to compare this place to Panda Express. I personally like that Happy Panda doesn't taste like the overrated Panda Express, but that's just my opinion. read more

I come here if I don't feel like cooking. Food is average and cheap. The place is very clean and the lady here is nice and friendly. I noticed, they have the same menu everyday. They should consider on changing the menu and switch it on a weekly basis. read more

I really dont care about the stars this restaurant has here because if u ever try the spicy wings there unique and have really great taste I love that the food is consistently good the staff is really friendly and the soups are made fresh when you order read more

Happy Panda - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

One of the best Chinese fast food joints, the Salt&Pepper Chicken is really good. Flavor, it is there. Satisfies me.

Great fast food Chinese food! They do not skimp out on anything! They pack on the food with whatever you order! My family and I eat her a few times a month a must try is there wonton soup chow mein and pepper chicken yum yum yum! read more

Let me preface this by saying that this is my favorite chinese place!! Not only are the prices reasonable, the amount of food they give you is fuckin' redonkulous-- and I mean that in a good way. I mean, they really, like, pile that shit in there. I love their chow mein so much it hurts. It's waaaayyyyy better than Panda Express . My favorite entree is the kung pao chicken, I get it every time I come in. People say their food is greasy but I guess it depends on what you get? I dunno, whatever . To each their own, I guess? Pros & cons PROS: - The price for the amount you get is a big value - They have a rewards thing where if you buy 8 combo B & C you get a free combo A - They fill your container to the brim - The food is decent CONS: - They're too far from my house - They close early (8:45pm) That's it for my review, thanks for reading! read more

all of thier food contains a lot of msg! and they will and cannot modify any of thier dishes. disappointing to say the least. also had no public restroom! could not understand english very well. never even smiled or greeted us. just said "wut u want!?" if you want a typical chinese fast food take out place that will kill your brain cells and make you feel like crap after you eat it this is your place! read more

Happy Panda - The front counter where they can't understand english. - Chinese Near Me - Oxnard, California

I can never get enough Chinese food, my husband is not a fan of that fare. Well he gives in every now and then. I yelped Chinese for Oxnard and liked what I read. Food was fresh and tasty. Owners are very nice. We will be back , husband liked it as well. Keep in mind they give you a ton of food. read more

I discovered this place last year. It is my new favorite place . The value,quantity and taste is so much better than the chain chinese resturants. I am always cautious when trying mom and pop type restaurants but I am glad I decided to try this place. Instead of paying 20 at other places I pay half the price for double the amount of food. read more

The food is so good. The chow mein is so packed with flavor. Never had anything like it. I reccomend 100%

Yo if you guys want grade A Chinese food half the price of Panda Express with better quality and better quantity come to this place. The orange chicken was so saucy yum! The noodles were marinated well but had a but if a weird after taste but still tasty. Definitely my new favorite Chinese place!!! read more