Cathay Express
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Customers' Favorites
Chicken Fried Rice and Shrimp Rolls
Sweet and Sour Chicken
General TSO's Chicken
Chicken and Broccoli
Hot and Sour Soup
Combo Fried Rice
Chicken Lo Mein
Princess Shrimp
Shrimp Lo Mein
Spicy Chicken
Cathay Express Reviews
263 ratings
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All the road work on 24 Highway has finished! So it's not the issue getting in and out as it was in the last few months April through May 2026. Really great Chinese food. Fast, friendly. My favorite is the almond chicken. Don't know why others don't seem to either have it or or to do it right but Cathay's hits it out of the park. Looks like some people might be shying away because of the road work but it's gone now.. go there soon!
Delicious food, friendly service and a clean restaurant. I know most people probably go through the drive thru, but I wanted to see the inside since I hadn't been there in probably 25 years. I think this was the cleanest, most organized Chinese restaurant I have ever been in. AND the prices are great!
The rice noodle is fantastic, would super recommend. The drive thru guy was super friendly and helpful to!
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Cathay Express is a convenient and value-packed restaurant with a drive-thru option. The food is amazing, with dishes like chicken lo mein and vegetable fried rice receiving high praise. Customers often mention that the fried rice is the best they have ever had. Meals are generous in portion, with some weighing in at three or four pounds. While popular days may result in longer wait times, the friendly staff works hard to get orders out quickly. Vegetarian options are available, allowing diners to order meals with no meat or eggs. Overall, Cathay Express is a nice spot with great people and delicious food, making it a must-visit place in Independence.