Chinese restaurant
Great Wall Express
Great Wall Express is a Chinese restaurant in San Diego offering cafeteria-style favorites. Check menu access, location at 1002 S 43rd St, and service options.
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About Great Wall Express
Great Wall Express is a straightforward, no-frills Chinese restaurant in San Diego known for cafeteria-style servings of classic favorites. It primarily serves customers seeking quick, comfortable meals with generous portions and familiar flavors.
Many reviewers highlight the fresh food, friendly staff, and convenient location, noting it as a reliable spot for lunch or dinner. The atmosphere is casual and quiet, making it suitable for solo diners or small groups.
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Dishes guests come back for
What to expect
The dining experience
Atmosphere
A casual and quiet environment provides a relaxed dining experience focused on comfort food without distractions.
Service Style
Offers cafeteria-style servings with no table service. Available service options include dine-in and takeout; delivery is not offered.
Best For
Popular for lunch and dinner, Great Wall Express suits solo dining and quick, affordable meals with seating available.
Good Occasions
Ideal for quick visits with typical dining times around 10 minutes. Open daily, generally from 10 AM to 8:30 PM, with slightly later start on Sundays.
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Good for kids
- Free parking
Location & contact
Find Great Wall Express
- 1002 S 43rd St, San Diego, CA 92113, United States
- +1 619-263-5568
- In the Spring Mountain Road dining district, near Arville St — a short drive west of the Strip.
Opening hours
When to visit
· 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM
Hours may change on public holidays and special events. Please confirm with the restaurant.
| Monday | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Friday Today | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
Service options & amenities
Good to know
Service Options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- No Delivery
Amenities
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- High chairs available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Planning & Payments
- No reservations accepted
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
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