The Panda Express allergen menu shows which of the 9 major food allergens are in each item, from milk and wheat to peanuts and sesame. The Panda Express allergen menu shows wheat and soy in almost every entrée, peanuts in Kung Pao Chicken, shellfish in the shrimp dishes, and only plain steamed rice as a gluten free pick.
This guide covers the Panda Express allergen menu item by item: the 9 major allergens, a popular items chart, gluten free picks, shared fryers and how to order safely. We check it against the official Panda Express allergen information; this page is independent and updated for October 2026.
See the Panda Express guide, the Panda Express menu prices and all restaurant allergen menus.
Big 9 allergens
What allergens are on the Panda Express allergen menu?
Panda Express and the 9 major food allergens
The Panda Express allergen menu lists milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish among its ingredients. Cross contact is still possible in every kitchen.
Panda Express allergen menu at a glance
| Allergen | Used at Panda Express? | Where you will find it |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Used | Cream Cheese Rangoon, Chicken Egg Roll, Honey Walnut Shrimp |
| Eggs | Used | Fried Rice, Orange Chicken, Hot and Sour Soup |
| Wheat | Used | Almost every entrée and side |
| Soy | Used | Almost every entrée and sauce |
| Peanuts | Used | Kung Pao Chicken |
| Tree nuts | Used | Honey Walnut Shrimp (walnuts) |
| Fish | Used | Steamed Ginger Fish |
| Shellfish | Used | Honey Walnut Shrimp, Wok Fired Shrimp |
| Sesame | Ask | Not itemized in the published guide, so ask staff |
Chart
Panda Express allergen chart for popular items
Which allergens each item contains
The Panda Express allergen menu chart below shows the major allergens in Panda Express's most popular items, so you can spot milk, egg, wheat and soy at a glance.
Panda Express allergen menu chart
| Menu item | Contains |
|---|---|
| Orange Chicken | Wheat, soy, egg, milk (old recipe) |
| Beijing Beef | Wheat, soy, milk |
| Kung Pao Chicken | Peanuts, wheat, soy |
| Honey Walnut Shrimp | Shellfish, tree nuts, milk, egg, wheat |
| Broccoli Beef | Wheat, soy |
| Chow Mein | Wheat, soy |
| Fried Rice | Egg, wheat, soy |
| Steamed White or Brown Rice | None of the 9 |
| Super Greens | Soy, wheat (sauce) |
| Cream Cheese Rangoon | Milk, wheat, egg |
Items and recipes change, so always confirm with the latest official allergen guide before you order.
Gluten free
Is Panda Express gluten free?
Gluten free picks and what to avoid
Panda Express has no gluten free entrées, appetizers or sides; plain steamed white or brown rice is the only gluten free pick.
Panda Express gluten free guide
| Item | Gluten free? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Steamed White Rice | Yes | |
| Steamed Brown Rice | Yes | |
| All entrées | No | Wheat in sauces and breading |
| Chow Mein, Fried Rice | No | Contain wheat |
| Super Greens | No | Sauce contains wheat |
Allergy friendly
What can you eat at Panda Express with a food allergy?
Picks by allergy and diet
With a food allergy you can still eat at Panda Express: broccoli Beef, String Bean Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken, Super Greens, rice for dairy free, and the table below covers each major allergy.
Panda Express allergy friendly picks
| Allergy or diet | Safer picks | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy free | Broccoli Beef, String Bean Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken, Super Greens, rice | Rangoon, egg rolls, Honey Walnut Shrimp, Beijing Beef |
| Egg free | Broccoli Beef, Kung Pao, Teriyaki, steamed rice | Fried Rice, Orange Chicken, soup |
| Peanut and tree nut | Most entrées; skip Kung Pao and Honey Walnut Shrimp | Kung Pao Chicken, Honey Walnut Shrimp |
| Shellfish and fish | Chicken and beef entrées | Shrimp dishes, Steamed Ginger Fish |
| Gluten free | Steamed rice only | Every entrée |
| Soy free | Steamed rice, Sweetfire Chicken Breast | Most entrées |
Cross contact
Does Panda Express use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Fryers, oils and cross contact
Most Panda Express restaurants use shared fryers with milk containing items, and Orange Chicken is fried again in store, so cross contact is likely.
Panda Express fryer and oil facts
| Topic | What to know |
|---|---|
| Shared fryers | Yes, at most locations |
| Peanuts in kitchen | Yes (Kung Pao Chicken) |
| Cross contact | Shared woks and serving spoons |
How to order
How do you order safely from the Panda Express allergen menu?
Step by step
To order safely from the Panda Express allergen menu, check the official guide first, tell the staff about your allergy, ask for fresh gloves and keep your order simple.
- 1
Check the official guide
Open the latest Panda Express allergen guide before you go.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say you have a food allergy at the start of your order.
- 3
Ask for fresh gloves
Ask the team to change gloves and use clean utensils.
- 4
Skip shared fryer items
Fried foods can share oil with allergens.
- 5
Keep it simple
Fewer sauces and toppings mean fewer hidden allergens on the Panda Express allergen menu.
- 6
Carry your medicine
Bring epinephrine if your doctor prescribed it.
Official source
Where can you find the official Panda Express allergen menu?
Official allergen and nutrition info
The official Panda Express allergen menu information is published by Panda Express online, and it is the source to trust because recipes change during the year.
Official source: Panda Express nutrition and allergen info.
Since July 1, 2026, California requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations to disclose the 9 major allergens for every standard menu item. Learn more in our California allergen menu law guide, or compare chains on our restaurant allergen menus hub.
Tips
Panda Express allergen menu ordering tips
How to eat out safely
To use the Panda Express allergen menu well, check it every visit, avoid shared fryer items if your allergy is severe, and order simple items without sauces.
- 1
Check every visit
Recipes change during the year.
- 2
Tell the staff
Say allergy, not preference.
- 3
Fresh gloves
Ask for a glove change.
- 4
Skip sauces
Sauces hide many allergens.
- 5
Ask about fryers
Shared fryers.
- 6
Use the app
Many apps show allergens.
- 7
Go off peak
Staff have more time.
- 8
Carry medicine
Bring your epinephrine.
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Allergen guides for other popular chains
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FAQ
Panda Express allergen menu FAQs
Q1Does Panda Express have an allergen menu?
Yes. Panda Express publishes allergen information online, and this Panda Express allergen menu guide summarizes it item by item.
Q2Is Panda Express gluten free?
Panda Express has no gluten free entrées, appetizers or sides; plain steamed white or brown rice is the only gluten free pick.
Q3Does Panda Express use shared fryers or peanut oil?
Most Panda Express restaurants use shared fryers with milk containing items, and Orange Chicken is fried again in store, so cross contact is likely.
Q4What can I eat at Panda Express with a dairy allergy?
Safer dairy free picks include broccoli Beef, String Bean Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken, Super Greens, rice.
Q5Is the Panda Express allergen menu the same at every location?
Mostly. The Panda Express allergen menu is set by the chain, but suppliers, regional items and limited time offers can differ, so check the Panda Express allergen menu for your local store before you order.
Q6Is Panda Express safe for peanut and tree nut allergies?
Most entrées; skip Kung Pao and Honey Walnut Shrimp. Always confirm with staff.
