New to to the Neighborhood: Panda Express opens on Friday

Looks like a new fast-casual spot is headed to South Bay! Panda Express! 

Panda Express, the largest American Chinese dining concept in the U.S., will officially open its newest (and only!) location in Dorchester on Friday, May 15. This marks the first new Panda Express in the Boston area in eight years.

A Community Celebration and official ribbon cutting with the Chamber is planned for 2:00 pm ET on Friday, May 15 to help welcome Panda Express to the neighborhood. The first guest will receive a special gift, and the first lucky 88 guests in line will get a free t-shirt. We’ll also be presenting a $5,000 check to the Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester to support their important work in the community.

This location will employ nearly 40 people, seat up to 59 guests, and feature the latest Panda Home design. Inside, customers will find a distinctly American Chinese design that bridges the East and the West with red lanterns, a moon gate portal and vibrant Chinatown signs.

You can learn more about Panda Express at Panda Express.

2 Comments

  1. Luz Sanchez May 9, 2026 at 11:18 am - Reply

    That good we need something like that and our neighborhood

  2. Enma May 10, 2026 at 6:42 pm - Reply

    I think they took over the old dog grooming/store. Sally’s is where Wahlburgers was .

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