Giant Panda Overlook – Chinese
Perched above lush bamboo habitats, this vibrant eatery offers a front-row seat to the playful antics of giant pandas while the savory aroma of flame-grilled burgers wafts through the air. The kitchen elevates casual comfort with a focus on quality, serving everything from juicy organic grass-fed beef and artisanal vegan burgers to crisp, made-to-order wraps that fuel a day of discovery. It is a sun-drenched sanctuary where families can linger over a hot breakfast or a quick, satisfying lunch while immersed in the sights and sounds of the wild.
3001, Connecticut Avenue Northwest https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit/food0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Giant Panda Overlook
Dairy-Free at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Italian Ice, Vegetarian Burger and Vegan Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Italian Ice and Fresh Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Milkshake, Italian Ice and Vegetarian Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone and Organic Grass-Fed Beef Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 5 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Italian Ice, Vegetarian Burger and Fresh Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Italian Ice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Giant Panda Overlook
Giant Panda Overlook in Washington has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Italian Ice, Vegetarian Burger and Vegan Burger. 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 Giant Panda Overlook
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Made-to-Order Sandwich | 152.4 g | 99.3 g |
| Soft Pretzel | 101.5 g | 24.9 g |
| Hot Breakfast Sandwich | 25.8 g | 18 g |
| Organic Grass-Fed Beef Burger | 0 g | 17.3 g |
| Calzone | 4.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Chicken Tenders | 9.2 g | 15.2 g |
| Vegan Burger | 4.3 g | 13.4 g |
| Hot Dog | 29.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Chicken Sandwich | 17.9 g | 9.1 g |
| Pizza | 27.3 g | 5.9 g |
| Fresh Salad | 8.8 g | 5.6 g |
| Churro | 42.1 g | 4.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Hearty meals available at Mane Grill, Zoo Market Cafe, Sbarro, and food trucks.
- Organic Grass-Fed Beef Burger: 100% organic grass-fed beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich: Chicken Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Burger: Plant-based patty Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Burger: Plant-based patty Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog: Sausage, bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders: Breaded chicken Available at: dinner, lunch
- Made-to-Order Sandwich: Assorted meats and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Wrap: Assorted fillings in a tortilla Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Breakfast Sandwich: Breakfast meats, egg, cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pizza: Dough, sauce, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calzone: Folded pizza dough with fillings Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ: Barbecue meats Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
Freshly prepared salads.
- Fresh Salad: Fresh greens and vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Accompaniments and quick snacks.
- Fries: Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn: Corn kernels Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Soft Pretzel: Baked dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats and frozen desserts.
- Milkshake: Hand-scooped ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Gelati: Italian style ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Italian Ice: Frozen fruit-flavored ice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Frozen Custard: Creamy frozen dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Cookies: Baked sweet dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Cinnamon Bun: Sweet dough, cinnamon, icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Churro: Fried dough with sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carvel Ice Cream: Soft serve or scooped ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Dippin' Dots: Flash-frozen ice cream beads Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Beverages
Hot and cold drinks including coffee, soda, and alcoholic options.
- Bird Friendly Coffee: Certified sustainable coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Frozen Lemonade: Lemon juice, sugar, ice
- Soft Drinks: Assorted sodas
- Beer: Alcoholic malt beverage
- Cocktails: Mixed alcoholic drinks
Frequently Asked Questions about Giant Panda Overlook
- Is Giant Panda Overlook dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Giant Panda Overlook has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Italian Ice, Vegetarian Burger and Vegan Burger.
- What can I eat at Giant Panda Overlook on a dairy-free diet?
- Italian Ice, Vegetarian Burger and Vegan Burger carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Giant Panda Overlook have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Italian Ice and Vegetarian Burger.
- Is Giant Panda Overlook gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are 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 Giant Panda Overlook?
- Made-to-Order Sandwich, at roughly 99.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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