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: keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, kosher, halal, mediterranean, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, sugar-free, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, dash-sodium-reduced, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
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, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Detox, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich: Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Burger: Plant-based patty Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Burger: Plant-based patty Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog: Sausage, bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders: Breaded chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Made-to-Order Sandwich: Assorted meats and vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: lunch
- Wrap: Assorted fillings in a tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Breakfast Sandwich: Breakfast meats, egg, cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pizza: Dough, sauce, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calzone: Folded pizza dough with fillings Dietary tags: Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ: Barbecue meats Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
Freshly prepared salads.
- Fresh Salad: Fresh greens and vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Accompaniments and quick snacks.
- Fries: Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap Available at: dinner, lunch
- Popcorn: Corn kernels Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Soft Pretzel: Baked dough Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats and frozen desserts.
- Milkshake: Hand-scooped ice cream
- Gelati: Italian style ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Italian Ice: Frozen fruit-flavored ice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Frozen Custard: Creamy frozen dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cookies: Baked sweet dough Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cinnamon Bun: Sweet dough, cinnamon, icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Churro: Fried dough with sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Carvel Ice Cream: Soft serve or scooped ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Kosher, Pescatarian
- Dippin' Dots: Flash-frozen ice cream beads Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
Hot and cold drinks including coffee, soda, and alcoholic options.
- Bird Friendly Coffee: Certified sustainable coffee
- Frozen Lemonade: Lemon juice, sugar, ice
- Soft Drinks: Assorted sodas
- Beer: Alcoholic malt beverage
- Cocktails: Mixed alcoholic drinks
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