Panda Express® Brings the Ultimate Karaoke Experience, 'Pandaoke,' to Select Cities Nationwide

As an extension of their new brand campaign "Have You Eaten Yet," Panda invites guests to sing their hearts out and celebrate the joy of food, music and connection at limited-time pop-ups

ROSEMEAD, Calif., May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Panda Express®, the largest family-owned and operated Asian dining concept in the U.S., is turning up the volume with Pandaoke – a one-of-a-kind karaoke experience popping up at select locations* across the country just in time for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Rolling out in four music-loving cities through May and June, Pandaoke transforms select Panda Express locations into lively karaoke hubs where guests can grab the mic, share a meal, and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Inspired by Panda's latest brand campaign and tagline "Have You Eaten Yet?", the ad spot features a crew of fun-loving aunties who turn a simple yet profound question of care into a full-blown karaoke celebration – singing the phrase as a heartfelt (and hilarious) way to show love through food. The Pandaoke experience brings the same feel-good energy to life, showing how food (and a great song) can bring people closer together.

"At Panda, we often ask a simple yet meaningful question: 'Have you eaten yet?' – a phrase that expresses care in so many cultures," said Andrea Cherng, Chief Brand Officer at Panda Express. "From day one, providing our guests with comfort through flavorful dishes and a welcoming experience has been at the heart of what we do. Now, with Pandaoke, we're bringing this same spirit of comfort and connection to life in a new, joyful way – through delicious food, lively music, and shared moments that turn meals into memories."

Panda Express is transforming select restaurant locations into can't-miss karaoke destinations, anchored by a show-stopping, 7-foot-tall karaoke takeout box. Groups of 2-3 can step inside, pick from a curated list of feel-good hits, and belt out a lively 30-second performance. Each session is recorded and instantly emailed to participants as a fun keepsake.

The karaoke booth will be open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time during the event dates. Pandaoke will kick off in Los Angeles, Panda's hometown, before making stops in Nashville, Chicago, and Austin. The schedule is as follows:

• May 9-11: Los Angeles, CA; 2828 S Figueroa St.
• May 23-25: Nashville, TN; 6601 Charlotte Pike
• May 30-June 1: Chicago, IL; 2949 W Addison St
• June 6-8: Austin, TX; 5764 Airport Blvd

Want to bring the Pandaoke experience home? Guests who purchase a Panda Family Meal during the event dates will receive an exclusive Pandaoke Kit, while supplies last (**Terms apply).

For additional information and details on participating locations, please visit pandaex.press/pandaoke.

*Participating Locations:

Pandaoke Experience and Exclusive Gift with Purchase:

• Los Angeles, CA: May 9-11, 2828 S Figueroa St.
• Nashville, TN: May 23-25, 6601 Charlotte Pike
• Chicago, IL: May 30-June 1, 2949 W Addison St.
• Austin, TX: June 6-8, 5764 Airport Blvd.

About Panda Express®
Panda Express, the largest Asian dining concept in the US, is a family-owned and operated restaurant brand founded in 1983 by Co-Founders and Co-CEOs Andrew and Peggy Cherng. Driven by a mission to inspire better lives, Panda Express is recognized as a trailblazer in American Chinese cuisine. The company has pioneered iconic dishes like The Original Orange Chicken® and award-winning Honey Walnut Shrimp, creating a variety of industry-first recipes. Each dish at Panda Express is thoughtfully crafted with quality ingredients and inspired by authentic Chinese flavors and culinary principles. With over 2,500 locations across the country and a presence in 11 international countries, Panda Express continues to share American Chinese cuisine with the world.

Powered by a global family of associates, Panda Cares®, Panda's philanthropic arm, has raised more than $415 million and has dedicated countless volunteer hours in bettering the health and education for over 15 million youth, as well as supporting communities in need since 1999. For more information about Panda, visit pandaexpress.com, or find us on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok.

**Gift with Purchase of a Family Meal Terms and Conditions: 

Los Angeles:
On May 9, 2025, beginning at 11am local time, receive a Panda Express branded, limited edition Portable Karaoke Machine (a $25 value), while supplies last, when you make an in-store purchase of the Family Meal at this Panda Express location: 2828 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90007. Premium charges may apply. Limit one (1) per person per order. Offer is extremely limited. Must be 16 or older to redeem offer. For a list of participating locations, visit pandaex.press/pandaoke. Online and app purchases are not eligible. Portable karaoke machines will be provided "as is" and on a first come, first served basis. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Panda") does not guarantee every customer who wishes to do so will be able to redeem the offer. Offer is not valid on previous purchases and cannot be redeemed for cash, combined with other offers, or transferred or substituted. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Any taxes on applicable purchases are the responsibility of the customer. Void where prohibited. Subject to all applicable laws.   

Nashville:
On May 23, 2025, beginning at 11am local time, receive a Panda Express branded, limited edition Portable Karaoke Machine (a $25 value), while supplies last, when you make an in-store purchase of the Family Meal at this Panda Express location: 6601 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209. Premium charges may apply. Limit one (1) per person per order. Offer is extremely limited. Must be 16 or older to redeem offer. For a list of participating locations, visit pandaex.press/pandaoke. Online and app purchases are not eligible. Portable karaoke machines will be provided "as is" and on a first come, first served basis. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Panda") does not guarantee every customer who wishes to do so will be able to redeem the offer. Offer is not valid on previous purchases and cannot be redeemed for cash, combined with other offers, or transferred or substituted. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Any taxes on applicable purchases are the responsibility of the customer. Void where prohibited. Subject to all applicable laws.   

Chicago:
On May 30, 2025, beginning at 11am local time, receive a Panda Express branded, limited edition Portable Karaoke Machine (a $25 value), while supplies last, when you make an in-store purchase of the Family Meal at this Panda Express location: 2949 W. Addison St, Chicago, IL 60618. Premium charges may apply. Limit one (1) per person per order. Offer is extremely limited. Must be 16 or older to redeem offer. For a list of participating locations, visit pandaex.press/pandaoke. Online and app purchases are not eligible. Portable karaoke machines will be provided "as is" and on a first come, first served basis. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Panda") does not guarantee every customer who wishes to do so will be able to redeem the offer. Offer is not valid on previous purchases and cannot be redeemed for cash, combined with other offers, or transferred or substituted. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Any taxes on applicable purchases are the responsibility of the customer. Void where prohibited. Subject to all applicable laws.   

Austin:
On June 6, 2025, beginning at 11am local time, receive a Panda Express branded, limited edition Portable Karaoke Machine (a $25 value), while supplies last, when you make an in-store purchase of the Family Meal at this Panda Express location: 5764 Airport Blvd., Austin, TX 78752. Premium charges may apply. Limit one (1) per person per order. Offer is extremely limited. Must be 16 or older to redeem offer. For a list of participating locations, visit pandaex.press/pandaoke. Online and app purchases are not eligible. Portable karaoke machines will be provided "as is" and on a first come, first served basis. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Panda") does not guarantee every customer who wishes to do so will be able to redeem the offer. Offer is not valid on previous purchases and cannot be redeemed for cash, combined with other offers, or transferred or substituted. Offer may be modified or discontinued at any time. Any taxes on applicable purchases are the responsibility of the customer. Void where prohibited. Subject to all applicable laws.   

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