China Express – Chinese
Steam rises from seasoned woks at this bustling neighborhood haunt, where the air carries the irresistible aroma of toasted rice and zesty, citrus-glazed poultry. Diners bite into golden, shatteringly crisp wontons filled with molten cream cheese before diving into hearty bowls of wok-charred fried rice and earthy mushrooms cloaked in a savory, velvet-smooth brown sauce. It is a vibrant sanctuary of quick-service comfort, delivering bold, nostalgic flavors that satisfy the soul with every steaming container.
9353, Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92123 +18582772388 https://www.chinaexpresssandiego.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, aip, renal, lectin-free, soy-free
Diet fit at China Express
Dairy-Free at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom with Brown Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom with Brown Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fried Cheese Wontons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fried Cheese Wontons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pork Fried Rice and Fried Cheese Wontons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom with Brown Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 pescatarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fried Cheese Wontons. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Whole30 at China Express
China Express in San Diego has 1 whole30-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom with Brown Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at China Express
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Fried Rice | 64.6 g | 27.6 g |
| Pork Fried Rice | 23.8 g | 3 g |
| Fried Cheese Wontons | 2.6 g | 1.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Cheese Wontons: Crispy wontons filled with cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Orange Chicken: Zesty orange-glazed chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom with Brown Sauce: Fresh mushrooms in a savory brown sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Fried Rice
- Pork Fried Rice: Savory fried rice with pork Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Rice: Savory fried rice with chicken Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about China Express
- Is China Express dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. China Express has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mushroom with Brown Sauce.
- What can I eat at China Express on a dairy-free diet?
- Mushroom with Brown Sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is China Express gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at China Express?
- Chicken Fried Rice, at roughly 27.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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