Orient Express

Yeah I don't quite understand the hate, Orient Express is a perfectly serviceable, albeit below-average, Chinese fast-food restaurant. It's one of the few Panda Express-style in the area, where you don't have to call in your order, you can instantly get in line and get your food from the hot pans.Honestly, the price is why I give this place an acceptable store. For $9.99 for a 3 item (technically 2 items + side) plate, that's a lot cheaper than a lot of other places in the area. I paid $11 after tax. Do note that this place is cash only, but I'm willing to pull out the cash to get a lower price (esp compared to $15 for a similar size plate at Mr. Chau's).The sides were actually restaurant quality! The chow mein had nice and al dente noodles with some wok hei, and the fried rice was tasty and had chunks of chicken in it. It tasted about as good as something you could get a la carte at a chinese takeout restuarant.The entrees on the other hand were slightly below average. The honey pork was decent, they bread and fry their pork pieces like many other Chinese takeout restaurants (shoutout to Evergreen Panda), but the sauce was just whatever. It reminded me a bit of this Shanghainese dish my mom makes "sugar vinegar spareribs", but a worse version. I think overall, the meat and entree options are better at places like Mr. Chau's or Panda Express.As for the ambiance of the venue, I can see why other people call this place "dirty". In my opinion, it was alright, just a bit messy, but I did find it annoying when one of the workers decided to start mopping while I was eating.Looking back, Orient Express is a serviceable Chinese fast-food spot, especially if you're on a budget or if you're in a rush. The price is quite agreeable, but the quality is hit-or-miss. I'd still take this over Mr. Chau's cause I was actually able to finish my food.

We walked in, and the owners were very friendly. Unfortunately, the place was very dirty, the food was prepacked, and by the time I was ready to eat it it, the veggies had gone rancid. I threw the whole dish away. Why did I buy it???? I felt bad for the owners. They were very old and very nice and just to sell the food.

IMHOWe were searching for another Chinese take-out place that offers party trays, after our favorite closed. We've lived on the eastside for over 40 years but had never been to Orient Express, which has been here for 30 plus years. It was a tad dark when we first walked in, and the lady behind the counter seemed slightly startled when she saw us. We asked her a few questions about party trays and if there was a paper menu to hand out. No paper menus, unfortunately. She showed us the two sized trays available but didn't tell us any prices.We decided to order a lunch box of two items and choice of chow Mein, or fried rice for $9.99 plus tax. Our food choices were the chow mein, garlic chicken w/ veggies, and Peking spareribs. They give generous portions, and I weighed the box when I got home. It weighed a whopping 2 lb. 5 oz.!!!I only wish they had a larger menu choice for their party trays. They don't offer my favorites of salt & pepper chicken, or salt & pepper pork, crispy fish, etc.Will we return? Sure. The price is right for quantity portion. (Cash only.)

The chowmein taste like pure lead the pans are so old and scrapped this can cause cancer down the line or maybe it was expired today I loved this place for years but this is dangerous. Someone can get food poisoning. The owners are very sweeet but you can end up seriously making someone sick. They refunded me

Hooks it up when it comes to take outs. The owners generous, and a good older Asian couple. Their price is unbeatable. Almost as if we're in the 2010s, their price match their portion

The lady that serves the food at this place is the nicest person you would ever meet. I been going here for many years and food never disappoints. The one little inconvenience is that you have to pay with cash, but it's seriously not a big deal and the person serve a lot of food for a great price.

The food is really good and the people are really nice too! And restaurant gives a really cozy vibe and it kind of feels like your mom home. But with a little downside is that they only accept cash but the price is pretty good for what your getting. Overall, I love this place.

Very good sized portions for the price. Hole in the wall nice service can't wait to try the other food

Don't let the male owner serves you. He always try to short change you on the portion when he can. Today I got the order around closing time. The portion he gave me is ~30% less than usual. For God sake, it is closing time and no one will come anymore.

Good and cheap. I've been here almost all my life. The foods are decent and price is reasonable. A tray of chowmein or fried rice is $20. Loveeeeee it.