One day I was too lazy to cook and found this place sitting in the middle of a small plaza in Covina. As a Chinese dude i usually have low expectation when it comes to chinese american food but damn the food are actually really tasty, better then what we Chinese people cooked in our own kitchen. The portion is extremely generous and priced reasonably. The food are usually kept warmed with heat lamp but their kitchen is always there to wipe up a new batch when something run out to ensure quality. read more

I drive by this place occasionally and was curious enough to stop and give them a try. It's a quick and easy choice. They cook the entrees, place the food in trays under a heat lamp. They are ready to go. When the supply gets low, they are quick to cook a new batch. I bought two-item protein for $12 with rice or chow mein. If you want both rice and chow mein, they will give you a half serving of each. Popular proteins are: Orange Chicken, Beef n Broccoli, Kung Pao Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken, BBQ Pork, and Sautéed Green Beans with Chicken. The also have chicken bowls for $10, only one protein at this price. Chow mein and rice is also included. If you don't have a lot of time, this is a convenient spot. The dining room is neat and clean. The food was tasty and reasonably priced. Sincerely, Rosemary read more

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Anytime you see a line out the door, expectations are set high. This place did not disappoint as the prices are reasonable, the food is delicious, and service is excellent. Located in a little shopping center on the corner there is a good amount of parking. I typically order a bowl since item combos come with so much food that I can never eat it all. Chow mein and orange chicken is all I need. Egg rolls are great here. Overall, I highly recommend this place. read more

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This is my absolute favorite Chinese food place. I have looked everywhere for another good place closer to home but I cannot find one. I love the chow main here. The creamy shrimp is delicious and filling. The teriyaki chicken is always crispy and perfect. The beef broccoli is perfect and not just fatty tasting like others. The cream cheese wantons are my favorite. Best I've had anywhere. Has more than a pin drop of cream cheese filling. I absolutely crave this place every time I'm in Covina. I don't think I've ever seen more than 3 people working there but they are fast and friendly. I have never received bad service here and I have been coming here for years. I just don't like any other Chinese food place. There are a lot of tables inside and a restroom I have never used. This place is my guilty pleasure and I will continue to come to this place to fulfill my cravings. So delicious. read more

Rice Express - a woman serving food at a buffet - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

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I've been going to this place now for over 17 years and the last few years they've gotten worse and worse. They used to have buy 10 get 1 free coupon cards. Those are gone. Their boxes have gotten so small now the amount of food they give doesn't even fill me up anymore. They used to pack big boxes full of food and usually I couldn't even finish them. Not anymore. Their food, is still alright. Used to be better. The fact that charge so much for simple soups now is ridiculous I won't even buy them there anymore so easy to make them at home if you are willing to spend the time. And their biggest minus is the ladies who work at the counter have just gotten snobbier and snobbier. I used to talk all the time with one of them but I don't see her anymore and the two or three that work there now don't seem to be interested at all in their customers. Sadly, this is still one of the better steam table places in the area. If you know of a better one within a mile or two send me a DM. I'd love to find a better one. read more

Decided to try this place because I needed something cheap and fast. The portion size is large, I was excited about that because it was shared amongst two people. But the service was not great and the food taste was average. The bbq pork was what I was looking forward to trying. The taste was good but there was a quite a bit of fat I had to pick out. The orange chicken was your typical Panda Express type. The fried rice was the oddest tasting fried rice I've ever had. It tasted like regular American rice that was color dyed to look the color of fried rice with sparse eggs and peas in it. I tried to give it a chance and ate three bites before I couldn't eat anymore of it. The noodles were decent, but a little on the bland side. read more

Rice Express - a close up of a plate of food - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

I love this place so much. So good and its affordable. and the lines move very fast. :)

Picked up a 2 item combo with orange chicken and kung pao chicken with a side of chow mein and fried rice. The food was fresh. The orange chicken was on point. The kung pao tasted good but not spicy as it should be. Chow mein was good, but the fried rice was missing flavor. Good service overall, and if you want to get full, go here. I got full halfway. The difference between Panda Express and the mom and pop owned spots like this is the quantity. The quality is not bad either. They pack the heck out of that to-go container. This is the way it is meant to be. Worth the try! read more

Rice Express - a plate of noodles and meat - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

First time there. Rice has no flavor. Egg rolls taste like burnt particles. Noodles are decent. read more

The food was very cold and seemed like it's been sitting out all day. Disappointed and not appetizing.

Rude lady serving this afternoon did not let me order half broccoli beef & half orange chicken on the bowl meal

Great Chinese food! The wonton soup is also really good all is missing is some noodles IMO... read more

Rice Express - Wonton soup, just under $10! - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

Great for fast food. We love the combinations thee offer and the egg rolls are always fresh

I got food delivered, but i enjoyed overall. I can't comment on the service because I didn't go in person, but the food was good. The portions were large and I enjoyed their kung pao chicken! Solid chinese cuisine :) read more

Food was not good in my opinion. Very tasteless and made me feel a bit yucky afterwards.

The year 2025 finding cheap good food is really hard to come by when I order this on DoorDash the other day I was really surprised to see the big portions, I was so surprised that I had to double check my bank statement to see how much I paid. food is really good. I got their orange chicken and noodles so when I first started eating. I was very nervous about the quality of the food, but after the first bite, I was instantly relieved because I just knew that it was of good quality. I will be back to eat here read more

Rice express has been a stable in the neighborhood for years. It is a great place for yummy chinese food! I ate there yesterday and glad to know that they are bringing back buy 5 get 1 free drink and buy 10 get 1 free combo. Love some great saving! read more

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Great Food, Great Service, Great Value!! Mongolian Beef is my go to, with chow mein and the fried shrimp, roasted chicken, bbq pork are all amazing. read more

The food is good. The servings are large and it is very friendly owners and operators. Limited soda options, but great atmosphere. It's a great afterschool snack for the kids. read more

Ive been coming here for years. This place is very consistent with its quality. The food is tasty and it's best to order in advanced and pick it up. I always order their chowmein for our parties. The prices are so affordable. I personally love their jalepeno chicken, and beef with broccoli. I would definitely advise others to come eat here. read more

The food is always fresh and they serve you big amounts of meat and rice and noodles. Very tasty too.

Rice Express was an absolute delight from start to finish. It's officially my new favorite place in town! The food was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I especially loved the beef and broccoli and the creamy shrimp both were absolutely delicious and left me wanting more. The service was great too--friendly, fast, and attentive. Everything about this place was just wonderful. I would definitely recommend Rice Express to anyone looking for a consistently great Chinese food experienc read more

Pass on this place! Their two item combo says $8.79. The lady charged me $10.79. How much is tax in the LA County, 10%? It hound have been under $10.00 including tax. The restroom is out of order. Tables aren't cleaned along with the floors. They pack their food unlike Panda Express is so stingy with their portion size. I ordered teriyaki chicken, the lady forgot to give me the teriyaki sauce, another fail. I had the shrimp as a side, they placed the shredded cabbage making it look like it's bigger, WTF?! There are tons of Chinese food nearby. Go anywhere but here. Pass on this place! read more

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Honestly didn't care for a weird flavor, I couldn't say I enjoyed any of the food I received. It was orange chicken, noodles and rice .

The food is tasty and pretty affordable. Their orange chicken has a subtle crunch and it's not too saucy. Their coconut shrimp and general tao's chicken is pretty good too. read more

Food was kinda cold, like it had been sitting out long. I always passed by this place, so I wanted to try it.

Picked up dinner Friday for the kids and I. I ate the leftovers today and found this. read more

Rice Express - Bloody bandaid - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

Highly recommend this place! Flavorful food, economical and colossal proportions. The restaurant has very friendly staff and I appreciated the fact that it was clean. Dining area, restroom and food serving area. While you are their I highly recommend the creamy shrimp! read more

I had the large bowl of Won Ton soup and it was the best I've ever had. I also ordered some chicken egg rolls and they were very good! I will plan to come back here as the Won Ton soup is the best you can get! I would encourage everyone to order what you'd like but please try the WonTon soup and if you are a fan of Egg rolls like I am then order some of the Chicken egg rolls. read more

Awful food. I wish I didn't need to give a negative review. I gave this place the benefit of the doubt despite its reviews and I should've listened. Their bbq pork was served from a plastic bin which is unsanitary and it was reflected in its taste. When I got home I took a little bite of the bbq pork and I spit it right back into a napkin. I saved myself from getting sick. I asked for half and half and both rice and chow mein tasted very low quality. Do not come here and save your money. This place needs to be shut down. read more

The food is good this was our main place to go, but after finding a worm in our food it's going to be our last.

Really good food the workers here are nice it's clean inside great cooks I've been coming here since I was young I like it till this day rate 9.9 read more

It's greasy takeout, but it is the best I've had in the area. I'm truly open to other recommendations, but I'm accustomed to NYC Chinese food that is fcuking delicious!! The noodles could be less oily, and there could be fewer peas in the rice, but hey, it's prepared food that has been sitting waiting for your arrival. What do you expect? I ordered the fried shrimp, and it was prepared fresh, and it was tasty. My meal was decent, and the beef was tender. Keep your expectations low, and you'll be fine. This read more

We love their portions size and the food is really delicious. It's our Friday night spot to get food and take home to enjoy with a movie

First and foremost I want to say how DISGUSTED I am with this business. My mom came in around 1130am to order food and apparently the lady who was helping her had on gloves and previous to my mom ordering the lady was handling cash with her gloves on which is fine but if my mom asks you to change your gloves don't respond with "oh god" how unprofessional can you be? On top of that , the lady didn't change her gloves she wiped her gloves with a rag smh that's gross and unsanitary and in this pandemic? My mom walked out and she told me what happened and my mom being an elderly lady I let her know I'd post this Yelp because she was very upset with this incident. My mom and obviously me won't be coming here anymore and I will for sure let all my family and friends know how sick this place is read more

Rice Express - a notice about the coronavirus covidid - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

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I've been eating here since 2006. Chow Mein, Teriyaki, Beef Broccoli, and Springs rolls are my go to and the combo can serve 2 easily. The staff is great, they offer a punch card if you know you're coming back for free drinks and a free combo. read more

If I can give negative I would. I found a black hair in my rice. Spent $36 what a waste. read more

Rice Express - Hair in my food - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

good service and good portions the lady was smiling a lot the food looked very fresh I don't like rice I got just noodles with orange chicken and the BBQ pork I liked them both my husband got spicy chicken and teriyaki chicken both he said were very good as well I gave it 4 stars because of the fat on the BBQ pork but overall very good read more

I come at 8:45pm excited about eating at one of my favorite fast food spots. As I came in they tell me "we are closed" even though they close at 9:30pm and their front door was WIDE open. They had bagged a bunch of their food that they make and take it home with them. That's bad customer service plus bad advertising if you have a sign saying you close at 9:30pm you should stick to that schedule. So everyone just know this is the kind of business they are running. read more

Rice Express - Time they are closed - Chinese Near Me - Covina, California

What they lack in customer service, they make up in flies. 1st time coming here and it was on my way home from work. Walked in and noticed there were flies everywhere. Not to mention the lady at the desk was extremely rude. read more