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Everything we cook, in one place
The China House menu is built around the dishes families have loved for years, spanning the bold and the comforting across China's great regional kitchens. Pick a category below to explore the dishes, then call (815) 741-8141 to order for dine-in, takeout or delivery.
Prices and daily specials can change, so call the restaurant for the latest pricing and to ask about anything you do not see listed. We are always happy to make recommendations or adjust the spice level to your taste.
Menu categories
Appetizers & Soups
Egg rolls, crab rangoon, dumplings, wonton and egg drop soup, hot and sour soup, and more to start your meal.
Chicken & Poultry
Orange chicken, General Tso's, sesame, kung pao, almond, lemon and cashew chicken — our most-ordered category.
Beef & Pork
Mongolian beef, beef with broccoli, pepper steak, sweet and sour pork, BBQ pork and savory stir-fries.
Seafood & Shrimp
Shrimp with lobster sauce, kung pao shrimp, sweet and sour shrimp, scallops and combination seafood dishes.
Lo Mein & Chow Mein
Soft lo mein noodles, crispy chow mein and chop suey with chicken, beef, shrimp, pork or vegetables.
Fried Rice & Egg Foo Young
Wok-tossed fried rice and fluffy egg foo young omelets, made with your choice of protein.
Sweet & Sour
Golden, crispy chicken, pork, shrimp or combination tossed with pineapple and bright sweet-and-sour sauce.
Vegetarian
Mixed vegetables, garlic broccoli, mapo and home-style tofu, and Buddhist Delight in light, fresh sauces.
Hot & Spicy
Szechwan and Hunan favorites with real heat — kung pao, hot garlic sauce, double-cooked and more.
Best ways to order
Two house specials make great entry points to the menu. Our chef's specialties bring together premium ingredients and signature sauces in plates designed to impress, while the weekday lunch specials pair a generous entree with rice and a starter at a great value.
Not sure what to choose? Favorites like orange chicken, chicken lo mein, General Tso's, Mongolian beef and crab rangoon are loved for a reason. Tell us how you like your food — mild, medium or extra spicy — and we will cook it your way.
Ready to order from China House?
Call now for dine-in, fast takeout, or delivery in the Crest Hill area. We will have it hot and ready.
Call (815) 741-8141