Panda Express has opened a restaurant in Grand Junction, further expanding one of the largest Asian dining franchises in the United States.

“Our entire Panda team is grateful to serve the Grand Junction community by providing new jobs and supporting local organizations through fund-raising opportunities,” said Salvadore Naranjo, area coach of operations for Panda Express “We hope to be a lasting part of the community and welcome all guests into our doors to try our American Chinese favorites and discover their own.”

Located at 2422 Patterson Road, the location is open from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. The drive-through window remains open 30 minutes later.

The location will serve a variety of fare inspired by Chinese flavors, including orange chicken, honey walnut shrimp and broccoli beef. The Panda Express brand includes more than 2,500 locations and has introduced American Chinese cuisine to 11 other countries.

For more about Panda Express, visit www.pandaexpress.com.