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China Town Express

Chinese · Santa Ana

Savor authentic flavors in Santa Ana's heart

4.2 · 299 reviews Google

China Town Express Opening Hours

Monday 12:00–23:00
Tuesday 12:00–23:00
Wednesday 12:00–23:00
Thursday 12:00–23:00
Friday 12:00–23:30
Saturday 12:00–23:30
Sunday 12:00–22:00

About China Town Express

At China Town Express, we're thrilled to offer you an authentic and vibrant culinary experience right in the heart of Santa Ana at 1730 17th St Ste I. Our restaurant stands out not just for its prime location, but also for our commitment to preserving traditional Chinese flavors while embracing inno...

At China Town Express, we're thrilled to offer you an authentic and vibrant culinary experience right in the heart of Santa Ana at 1730 17th St Ste I. Our restaurant stands out not just for its prime location, but also for our commitment to preserving traditional Chinese flavors while embracing innovative cooking techniques. With a rating of 4.2/5 based on 299 reviews, we take pride in serving up a diverse range of dining options that cater to every palate and occasion. From delicate dumplings and aromatic soups to robust stir-fries and meticulously crafted rice dishes, our menu offers the full spectrum of Chinese cuisine. We believe in creating an environment where every dish tells a story, and every visit leaves you with cherished memories. Join us for a taste of China Town Express—where tradition meets innovation.

What Customers Say About China Town Express

China Town Express is a local favorite known for large portions, reasonable prices, and fast service. Many rave about the orange chicken and chicken fried rice. Some customers have reported inconsistent food quality and occasional issues with cleanliness.

Popular Dishes

ORANGE CHICKEN (4) chow mein (3) chicken fried rice chicken soup wor wonton soup Spicy Shrimp Bowl BBQ pork

Best For

Quick Bite Locals Solo Dining Casual

Tip: Order the orange chicken freshly cooked, usually around opening, lunch, and dinner, for the best taste.

What to see nearby

Mabury Park
A 535m

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Calvary Church of Santa Ana
A 741m

Calvary Church of Santa Ana

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Cabrillo Park
A 776m

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Avalon Park
A 870m

Avalon Park

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Explore the area around China Town Express

China Town Express is located in Santa Ana, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Religious Buildings

  • Calvary Church of Santa Ana (A 741m) — church building in California, United States of America

Parks & Gardens

  • Mabury Park (A 535m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America
  • Cabrillo Park (A 776m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America
  • Avalon Park (A 870m) — park in Orange County, California, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions about China Town Express

China Town Express is located at 1730 17th St Ste I, Santa Ana.
Near China Town Express you can find points of interest such as Mabury Park, Calvary Church of Santa Ana, Cabrillo Park, Avalon Park.
China Town Express offers chinese cuisine.
China Town Express has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
The most recommended dishes at China Town Express based on customer reviews are: ORANGE CHICKEN, chow mein, chicken fried rice, chicken soup, wor wonton soup.
China Town Express is ideal for quick bites, locals, solo dining, casual dining.
China Town Express is a local favorite known for large portions, reasonable prices, and fast service. Many rave about the orange chicken and chicken fried rice. Some customers have reported inconsistent food quality and occasional issues with cleanliness.
Order the orange chicken freshly cooked, usually around opening, lunch, and dinner, for the best taste.
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China Town Express Santa Ana Reviews

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Nini Sierra

Our first time here. This place is a hidden gem! We were in the mood for some Chinese takeout out and this spot exceeded our expectations! We had the orange chicken and another chicken sorry I don't know what it is called but everything was delicious. We came close to closing and the food was still 🔥🔥. The Mings (Aunties) were super friendly. 🙏🏽 Orkun

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Dennis Lopez

This has become my go to spot for Chinese fast food. Portions are very generous and flavor is consistent. I usually get the combo B with just chow mein and double spicy orange chicken. I add a side of BBQ pork and only pay about $13. You can't beat that price considering the amount of food you get. The spicy beef is also really good or the regular orange chicken. It can get busy on Sundays and on Saturday evenings, but the line moves rather quickly. They accept debit cards, with an added $.50 fee. FYI

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Alberto Rodriguez

Food is delicious. Staff was welcoming and helpful. the wish portions were just a bit bigger

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Sergio Alvarado (Irvine Realtor)

I stopped by today during lunch hour. I ordered the Spicy Shrimp Bowl with white rice and I loved it! It was 6/10 spicy! It’s a spicy you want to keep eating while cooling down with your drink . I’ll be back!

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Jason Hoblin

Best noodles in OC!! Not the fat slimmy kind, but thin and tasty noodles. Plenty of fresh entrees. Typical chinese food menu. Recommend!!

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Drexso. 28k

Older lady skimps the plates sometimes and I expect to get big portions when I come home from work starving and stay loyal to them. I avoid every other Chinese spot on the way home which there’s a lot and come here cause I’m loyal to them. I’ve been here since the two sisters back in the days, I miss them sisters I remember I would be able to feed me and my girlfriend at the time with one plate maybe they just had love for us cause it was just every other day but let me tell you them plates were fat. I couldn’t even close the lid. Ps.. Josh Will somewhere down there in the reviews your just a hater there Food is the best In🍊 County

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Tony

After 1 nite, I was hooked. Taste great. Quick service. I was in and out in 5 mins.

Nini Sierra
Nini Sierra

Our first time here. This place is a hidden gem! We were in the mood for some Chinese takeout out and this spot exceeded our expectations! We had the orange chicken and another chicken sorry I don't know what it is called but everything was delicious. We came close to closing and the food was still 🔥🔥. The Mings (Aunties) were super friendly. 🙏🏽 Orkun

Alberto Rodriguez
Alberto Rodriguez

Food is delicious. Staff was welcoming and helpful. the wish portions were just a bit bigger

Dennis Lopez
Dennis Lopez

This has become my go to spot for Chinese fast food. Portions are very generous and flavor is consistent. I usually get the combo B with just chow mein and double spicy orange chicken. I add a side of BBQ pork and only pay about $13. You can't beat that price considering the amount of food you get. The spicy beef is also really good or the regular orange chicken. It can get busy on Sundays and on Saturday evenings, but the line moves rather quickly. They accept debit cards, with an added $.50 fee. FYI

Drexso. 28k
Drexso. 28k

Older lady skimps the plates sometimes and I expect to get big portions when I come home from work starving and stay loyal to them. I avoid every other Chinese spot on the way home which there’s a lot and come here cause I’m loyal to them. I’ve been here since the two sisters back in the days, I miss them sisters I remember I would be able to feed me and my girlfriend at the time with one plate maybe they just had love for us cause it was just every other day but let me tell you them plates were fat. I couldn’t even close the lid. Ps.. Josh Will somewhere down there in the reviews your just a hater there Food is the best In🍊 County

Sergio Alvarado (Irvine Realtor)
Sergio Alvarado (Irvine Realtor)

I stopped by today during lunch hour. I ordered the Spicy Shrimp Bowl with white rice and I loved it! It was 6/10 spicy! It’s a spicy you want to keep eating while cooling down with your drink . I’ll be back!

Jason Hoblin
Jason Hoblin

Best noodles in OC!! Not the fat slimmy kind, but thin and tasty noodles. Plenty of fresh entrees. Typical chinese food menu. Recommend!!

Tony
Tony

After 1 nite, I was hooked. Taste great. Quick service. I was in and out in 5 mins.

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Kimburly Keefas

This place has THE BEST ORANGE CHICKEN I've ever had anywhere! Regular and Spicy. I always get just the Orange Chicken, no rice. It's best freshly cooked, so usually around opening, lunch and dinner. They give really healthy portions too. Better than the fanciest Chinese Restaurant! Everyone is always friendly and they remember me. I only get take out. It's small, and I live down the street so it's perfect to take out for me.

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Yactibani Suli Urquiza

I love this place when I moved to 4th n lyon I was just walking around my neighborhood n spotted this gem. The food is so yummy n always busy so its fresh all the time I go sometimes the line is packed but its so worth the wait. The smoothies are also my favorite, the price is reasonable also for a family. Definitely come and eat your moneys worth!!!

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Nathan Cowdery

Solid value, fast service and the best option for New York style hole-in-the-wall Chinese around. The chow mein is very good.

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Shawna P

Absolutely delicious!! The portions were gigantic and the prices extremely reasonable. The staff was friendly and we definitely recommend eating here.

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AM

I’ve been to other Chinese food in the area but so far, they have the best soup here, especially their chicken soup and wor wonton soup. It’s flavorful and the best part is that it’s not very salty or greasy compared to other stores where you will see so much oil floating on top. Just perfect- not too salty and not too bland. The other foods look very good as well, especially the Jalapeño Shrimps- not so greasy but so crispy, the whole shrimp crackles in your mouth. The shrimp also tasted fresh. No wonder they usually run out of jalapeño shrimp here. They have a great cook here.

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Erik Lazaro

The best I the area from the moment I got there I got treated like family, portions were big and price was very competitive, the service is very welcoming, will tell all my friends. Thanks.

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Robert Sowinski

My regular restaurant closed during COVID. First time coming here, I have not found a place yet that can make good chicken fried rice, well I found it! They were willing to do special order for me, And finally I got some awesome fried rice. So good I had to go back the next day. The steam table had a good assortment of food everything looked fresh and I tasted great. Definitely from what I've experienced the best Chinese food in Orange County. Can't wait to go back again.

Nathan Cowdery
Nathan Cowdery

Solid value, fast service and the best option for New York style hole-in-the-wall Chinese around. The chow mein is very good.

Erik Lazaro
Erik Lazaro

The best I the area from the moment I got there I got treated like family, portions were big and price was very competitive, the service is very welcoming, will tell all my friends. Thanks.

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AM

I’ve been to other Chinese food in the area but so far, they have the best soup here, especially their chicken soup and wor wonton soup. It’s flavorful and the best part is that it’s not very salty or greasy compared to other stores where you will see so much oil floating on top. Just perfect- not too salty and not too bland. The other foods look very good as well, especially the Jalapeño Shrimps- not so greasy but so crispy, the whole shrimp crackles in your mouth. The shrimp also tasted fresh. No wonder they usually run out of jalapeño shrimp here. They have a great cook here.

Shawna P
Shawna P

Absolutely delicious!! The portions were gigantic and the prices extremely reasonable. The staff was friendly and we definitely recommend eating here.

Yactibani Suli Urquiza
Yactibani Suli Urquiza

I love this place when I moved to 4th n lyon I was just walking around my neighborhood n spotted this gem. The food is so yummy n always busy so its fresh all the time I go sometimes the line is packed but its so worth the wait. The smoothies are also my favorite, the price is reasonable also for a family. Definitely come and eat your moneys worth!!!

Robert Sowinski
Robert Sowinski

My regular restaurant closed during COVID. First time coming here, I have not found a place yet that can make good chicken fried rice, well I found it! They were willing to do special order for me, And finally I got some awesome fried rice. So good I had to go back the next day. The steam table had a good assortment of food everything looked fresh and I tasted great. Definitely from what I've experienced the best Chinese food in Orange County. Can't wait to go back again.

Kimburly Keefas
Kimburly Keefas

This place has THE BEST ORANGE CHICKEN I've ever had anywhere! Regular and Spicy. I always get just the Orange Chicken, no rice. It's best freshly cooked, so usually around opening, lunch and dinner. They give really healthy portions too. Better than the fanciest Chinese Restaurant! Everyone is always friendly and they remember me. I only get take out. It's small, and I live down the street so it's perfect to take out for me.

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Sergio Arguello

The food was almost cold, the servings had more vegetables than protein

Sergio Arguello
Sergio Arguello

The food was almost cold, the servings had more vegetables than protein

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Brittnie Villasenor

I usually never have any complaints on the food here but today was not great. There was a hair in my plate and another hair in my boyfriends plate. Luckily I saw the hair on the plate so I was able to remove it but my boyfriend found the hair in his mouth while he was eating and it was a long hair. I’m a little scared and hesitant to come back.

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Abigail Damian

This place changed recipes or something. Rice and chow main tasted like frozen food so flavorless. It's a cheap place if you don't have much $ but he quality of food definitely decrease from previous years.

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E C

I wanted to reach out to everyone and let you know that on Sunday @ 6 or 7 P.M.my family and I went to go eat there and sit down with family to eat. after that I went to the register and asked for a fork. The lady at the register wearing a grey sweater with a reindeer on it and also wearing black glasses grabbed some napkins and went to the back to blow her nose because I heard her blowing her nose behind the double doors that they have there to go to the back. She returned to the front right after and didn't even bother going to wash her hands. I've been going there for years and never had this problem. I would never go back there ever again. I don't want to get food Poison.

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E C

I wanted to reach out to everyone and let you know that on Sunday @ 6 or 7 P.M.my family and I went to go eat there and sit down with family to eat. after that I went to the register and asked for a fork. The lady at the register wearing a grey sweater with a reindeer on it and also wearing black glasses grabbed some napkins and went to the back to blow her nose because I heard her blowing her nose behind the double doors that they have there to go to the back. She returned to the front right after and didn't even bother going to wash her hands. I've been going there for years and never had this problem. I would never go back there ever again. I don't want to get food Poison.

Abigail Damian
Abigail Damian

This place changed recipes or something. Rice and chow main tasted like frozen food so flavorless. It's a cheap place if you don't have much $ but he quality of food definitely decrease from previous years.

Brittnie Villasenor
Brittnie Villasenor

I usually never have any complaints on the food here but today was not great. There was a hair in my plate and another hair in my boyfriends plate. Luckily I saw the hair on the plate so I was able to remove it but my boyfriend found the hair in his mouth while he was eating and it was a long hair. I’m a little scared and hesitant to come back.

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Josh Will

The food was gross. I've never tasted teriyaki chicken that gave off a pungent burnt oily taste. 🤢 It seriously made me question what kind of meat that was for it to taste like that. We ended up just tossing our whole combo plates in the trash. I would definitely not recommend this place.

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Stacy Flores

Please don’t eat here unless you want reallly bad food poisoning my lil boy had the food from here and got super sick with diarrhea and vomiting poor lil boy is only 9 idk how they sale food thats bad iam outraged and angry they would sale food that’s not good please don’t eat here 😡

Stacy Flores
Stacy Flores

Please don’t eat here unless you want reallly bad food poisoning my lil boy had the food from here and got super sick with diarrhea and vomiting poor lil boy is only 9 idk how they sale food thats bad iam outraged and angry they would sale food that’s not good please don’t eat here 😡

Josh Will
Josh Will

The food was gross. I've never tasted teriyaki chicken that gave off a pungent burnt oily taste. 🤢 It seriously made me question what kind of meat that was for it to taste like that. We ended up just tossing our whole combo plates in the trash. I would definitely not recommend this place.

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