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Our Story

Pei Wei is a fast-casual Asian kitchen built for people who want bold, authentic flavors without the wait. Founded in 2000 in Scottsdale, Arizona, Pei Wei brings chef-inspired Chinese and Pan-Asian recipes into a fast-service format. Today, Pei Wei operates in approximately 110 locations across the United States and continues to grow into new markets in 2026.

We handcraft every dish to order using house-chopped vegetables and whole cuts of protein and other premium ingredients—so you get fresh, wok-fired flavor whether you’re dining in, picking up, or ordering for a group.

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What We’re Known For

Pei Wei is recognized for approachable, made-to-order Asian dishes that balance speed with scratch-made quality.

– Signature dishes: Firecracker Chicken, Signature Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Pad Thai, and Mongolian Steak.

– Wok-fired-to-order cooking: meals are finished in a wok to preserve bright flavors and crisp textures. Our key differentiator from steam-table and pre-batched concepts.

– Made-to-order customization: chefs prepare each plate to your taste and dietary needs, from spice level to protein swaps.

– Fast-casual convenience: counter service, quick pickup, delivery-friendly packaging and reliable flavor across locations.