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The best way to start a meal
A great Chinese meal begins with the table full of little plates and steaming bowls. At China House, our appetizers are fried fresh to order and our soups are simmered to comfort — the kind of openers that make everyone reach across the table. Order a few to share, then dig into the main event.
Crab rangoon and egg rolls are the classic crowd-pleasers, while a bowl of hot and sour or wonton soup is the perfect warm-up on a cold Crest Hill day.
Appetizers
- Egg Rolls — hand-rolled and fried crisp.
- Crab Rangoon — creamy filling in a crispy wonton.
- Fried or Steamed Dumplings — pork or vegetable.
- BBQ Spare Ribs — sweet, smoky and tender.
- Chicken Wings — crispy and savory.
- Spring Rolls — light, crisp and vegetable-filled.
Soups
- Wonton Soup — delicate pork wontons in clear broth.
- Egg Drop Soup — silky ribbons of egg.
- Hot & Sour Soup — spicy, tangy and hearty.
- Wonton Egg Drop Mix — the best of both.
- Vegetable Soup — light and fresh.
Call (815) 741-8141 for current pricing and to add starters to your dine-in, takeout or delivery order.
What goes next?
Once you have your starters, build the rest of the meal with chicken, beef and pork, or seafood entrees, plus fried rice or noodles. Feeding a group? A spread of appetizers plus a few chef's specialties is always a hit.