China Express

China Express, nestled in Ridgecrest, CA, tells a flavorful story of culinary fusion. Combining the best of Thai and Chinese cuisine, this cozy restaurant is renowned for its exceptional food quality and fast service. With dishes like Mongolian beef and orange chicken drawing rave reviews from satisfied customers, the menu caters to every palate, including vegetarian options and comfort foods. Accessible to all, China Express provides a welcoming atmosphere for dining solo or in groups, ensuring that each visit feels special. Whether opting for an all-you-can-eat experience or a casual bite, China Express is an unmissable destination for Asian food lovers.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Has all you can eat
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with university students
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs available
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot

Dom

Apr 3,2025

The best combination of Thai and Chinese I've had, the food was great. Cream cheese wontons, dumplings, fried rice, sweet and sour, all amazing. Also the attached frozen yogurt counter is great, as well.

Joseph Hunter

Mar 30,2025

It's my favorite Orange Chicken! My daughter is a fan of the Larb, and we all enjoy the Pad Thai. I wish there was still a dine in experience, bit I'm just glad this place is still in the fight!I remember when Rite-Aid tried pushing this place out of their Balsam spot- they kept their spot. That's some powerful Chicken, folks.

Eric

Mar 16,2025

The food quality is why I keep going back. The restaurant is small, and not as it used to be. The service and wait times are hit or miss. But the orange chicken and Mongolian beef are phenomenal, so it makes up for shortcomings in other areas.

Juan Sebastian Sandoval M.

Mar 10,2025

The quality of the plates is more than right for the prices. The attention the servers provided was excellent despite the fact that we arrived almost 30 minutes before closing. A lot of people order to go from home as well and come pick it up when it’s ready.

savanah liszka

Feb 15,2025

Literally some of THE BEST Thai food I've ever had.My top 3:Fried dumplings- Crispy on the outside and not squishy in the middle (you can really taste the ingredients, rather than a nameless filling). Very tasty without the sauce they provide, but the sauce is delish too.Orange chicken- This ain't no Panda Express (though I do like HE'S orange chicken). The chicken is super crispy on the outside, perfectly cooked on the inside. The sauce or more liquidy than syrup, which I actually really like.Pad Kee Mao (flat noodles)- My absolute fav dish on the menu! I don't like basil, so I get it without. Perfect amount of spice, crisp veggies, and tender noodles. You can taste the flame on these, as everythingis cooked to order!10/10 recommended. Don't sleep on China Express!

Ronald De Leon

Feb 6,2025

Food was very good and reasonably priced. The Mongolian beef had a nice spice and the house fried rice was very tasty. Glad that the quality of food hasn’t changed from a year ago from the last time I had them. Highly recommend for everyone to try who likes good Asian food.

Greg Travassos

Jan 25,2025

Went here with some coworkers and we each shared some of our food. The Pad Thai and Mongolian Beef were excellent, some of the best I've had before, but they were pretty spicy even just as the "normal" level of spice. If you don't like spicy definitely ask them to make it a little less spicy, which they can do. I got some sort of House Fried Noodles which were good, but on the opposite end of the spectrum they actually needed a little spice. They did bring out a little bowl with some of their sauce so I could add some heat. Great meal.

Julie Luther

Jan 21,2025

Super yummy cream cheese wonton, great fried shrimp, amazing pananag curry.. the chili with basil with chicken is divine.. service was outstanding.. come get some friend's