China Lite Restaurant Menu
Welcome to China Lite Restaurant, a hidden gem nestled on Melrose Ave in Roanoke, VA. Known for its authentic Chinese cuisine, this eatery has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The menu bursts with flavorful options, notably the steamed dumplings that patrons rave about.
- Fried Rice & Lo Mein: Each plate is a delightful mix of fresh ingredients and perfect seasoning.
- Happy Family Mix: A beloved dish offering a myriad of flavors that keeps diners coming back.
- Hot and Sour Soup: A recent addition that has quickly garnered a loyal fan base.
While the dining experience is primarily takeout, the friendly staff and prompt service make it worthwhile. Despite being cash-only and lacking expansive dinner options, the emphasis on fresh, non-greasy food ensures that each visit is satisfying. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, China Lite is a must-try for an authentic taste of China.
Lunch - Lunch Special
(LUNCH) Lo Mein
Lo mein served with choice of rice: vegetable, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp fried rice, white rice, or plain lo mein.
(LUNCH) Chicken With Broccoli
(LUNCH) Chicken With Cashew Nuts
Chicken and cashew nuts, accompanied by choice of rice or plain lo mein, including vegetable, beef, chicken, pork, or shrimp fried options.
(LUNCH) Sweet & Sour Chicken
Sweet and sour chicken balls. Choice of rice: vegetable, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, or plain lo mein.
(LUNCH) General Tso's Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(LUNCH) Sesame Chicken
Sesame chicken with choice of rice: vegetable, white, or flavored (beef, chicken, pork, shrimp) fried, and plain lo mein.
(LUNCH) Chicken With Mixed Vegetables
Chicken with mixed vegetables. Served with choice of rice or plain lo mein: vegetable, white, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp fried rice available.
(LUNCH) Beef With Broccoli
Beef with broccoli served with varied rice options including vegetable, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, or plain lo mein.
(LUNCH) Baby Shrimp With Broccoli
Baby shrimp paired with fresh broccoli. Choice of rice: vegetable, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp fried, plain lo mein, or white.
Egg Roll
Crispy, golden-brown rolls filled with seasoned vegetables, wrapped in a delicate pastry.
Shrimp Egg Roll
Crispy egg roll filled with seasoned shrimp and vegetables.
Fried Crabmeat Rangoon (10) (With Cheese)
Golden fried wontons filled with creamy crabmeat and cheese, served with a side of sweet and sour dipping sauce. Ten pieces per serving.
Steamed Dumpling
Steamed dumplings, option to fry; choose your preparation.
Pu Pu Platter
Egg roll (2), crabmeat rangoon (6), jumbo shrimp (2), chicken on the stick (2), chicken wings (2).
Chicken On The Stick (4pc)
Tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, offering four pieces per serving.
Chinese Donut (10)
Soft, golden-brown doughnuts coated in a light dusting of sugar. Served in a set of ten.
Chicken Wing (4pc)
French Fries
Golden, crispy crinkle-cut potatoes, lightly salted.
Fried Dumpling
Golden-brown dumplings filled with seasoned meat, served with a savory dipping sauce.
Chicken On Stick (4pc) With Rice
Tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, offering four pieces per serving.
Chicken Wing (4pc) With Rice
Crispy fried chicken wings, seasoned and golden brown, served in a set of four.
Lunch - Appetizers
Lunch - Soup
Wonton Soup
Wonton Soup: Chinese dumplings in broth
Egg Drop Soup
Whisked eggs in savory broth
Hot & Sour Soup
Chinese hot and sour soup, Contains a blend of spicy and tangy flavors.
House Special Soup
Quart.
Seafood Soup
Quart.
Fried Rice
Stirred rice mixed with your choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special blend of proteins.
Lunch - Fried Rice
Lunch - Lo Mein
Lo Mein
Stir-fried noodles with choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special mix.
Egg Foo Young
Asian-style omelette with choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special. Served with rice or plain lo mein options.
Lunch - Egg Foo Young
Lunch - Poultry
Chicken With Broccoli
Chicken and broccoli, paired with choice of white rice, five variants of fried rice, or plain lo mein.
General Tso's Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Sweet And Sour Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Sesame Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Orange Flavor Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Beef With Broccoli
Beef and broccoli paired with choice of rice or plain lo mein; includes white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice.
Pepper Steak With Onion
Pepper steak paired with onions. Choice of rice or plain lo mein: white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable.
Mongolian Beef
Hot and spicy.
Beef With Mix Vegetable
Beef and mixed vegetables, choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include various fried rices: beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable.
Lunch - Beef
Lunch - Seafood
Shrimp With Broccoli
Shrimp and broccoli, choice of rice or lo mein, including beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable variations.
Shrimp With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
Shrimp With Mixed Vegetables
Shrimp sauteed with fresh mixed vegetables. Option to pair with rice varieties or plain lo mein. Choices include beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable fried rice, or white rice.
Sauteed Mixed Vegetables
Mixed vegetables sauteed, served with choice of rice or lo mein - options include white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice.
Broccoli With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
Sauteed Broccoli
Sauteed broccoli, choice of side: various fried rices (beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable) or plain lo mein.
Lunch - Vegetables
Lunch - Side Orders And Beverage
White Rice
White rice, available in pint or quart sizes.
Fortune Cookies (4)
Crispy, sweet fortune cookies with a hint of vanilla, each containing a unique message.
DR PEPPER (BOTTLE)
A bottle of Dr Pepper soda, offering a unique blend of 23 flavors for a refreshing experience.
PEPSI (BOTTLE)
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
MTN DEW (BOTTLE)
Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.
ORANGE CRUSH (BOTTLE)
Bright orange soda with a sweet, citrus flavor.
SPRITE (BOTTLE)
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
(COMBO) Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken Lo Mein served with choice of rice or plain lo mein among eight options, including house special and seafood variations.
(COMBO) Sweet & Sour Chicken
Sweet and sour chicken balls, choice of chicken or pork. Served with options of rice variants or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Pepper Steak With Onion
Pepper steak paired with onion. Combo choices include an array of fried rice options or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Chicken With Cashew Nuts
Chicken tossed with cashew nuts. Choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special rice.
(COMBO) Beef With Broccoli
Beef with broccoli, choice of rice or plain lo mein, including vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special.
(COMBO) Moo Goo Gai Pan
Moo Goo Gai Pan served with choice of rice or lo mein: white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special, or plain.
(COMBO) General Tso's Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Beef With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Szechuan Beef
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Shrimp With Broccoli
Shrimp and broccoli combo. Choice of side: assorted fried rices including vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special, or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Shrimp With Mixed Vegetable
Shrimp paired with a medley of vegetables. Choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include poultry, pork, beef, or seafood rice varieties.
(COMBO) Sesame Chicken
Sesame chicken served with choice of rice: white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Hunan Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Roast Pork Lo Mein
Roast pork lo mein served with choice of rice (white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special) or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Chicken With Broccoli
Chicken and broccoli combo served with choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include various fried rices: vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special.
(COMBO) Chicken With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Szechuan Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Hunan Beef
Hot and spicy.
Lunch - Special Combo Platters
Lunch - Chow Mein
Chicken Chow Mein
Chicken chow mein served with choice of rice (white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable) or plain lo mein.
Shrimp Chow Mein
Shrimp chow mein, various fried rice or plain lo mein options.
Egg Roll
Crispy fried rolls filled with seasoned vegetables and meat, wrapped in a thin pastry shell.
Shrimp Egg Roll
Crispy wrapper filled with seasoned shrimp and vegetables.
Fried Crabmeat Rangoon (10) (With Cheese)
Golden fried wontons filled with creamy crabmeat and cheese. Served with a side of sweet and sour sauce.
Chicken On Stick (4pc)
Marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, offering a savory and tender bite in every piece. Four pieces per order.
Chinese Donut (10)
Golden, crispy dough balls lightly dusted with sugar, offering a sweet and satisfying start.
Steamed Dumpling
Steamed dumplings, option for fried, filled with seasoned ground meat and vegetables.
Pu Pu Platter
Egg roll (2), crabmeat rangoon (6), jumbo shrimp (2), chicken on the stick (2), chicken wings (2).
Chicken Wing (4pc)
Crispy fried chicken wings, seasoned and golden brown, served in a set of four.
French Fries
Crispy, golden crinkle-cut potato fries.
Fried Dumpling
Crispy, golden dumplings filled with seasoned meat, served with a savory soy-based dipping sauce.
Chicken On Stick(4pc) With Rice
Marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, offering a savory and tender bite in every piece. Four pieces per order.
Chicken Wing (4pc) With Rice
Crispy fried chicken wings, seasoned and golden brown, served in a set of four.
All Day - Appetizers
All Day - Soup
Wonton Soup
Wonton soup: delicate wontons in broth
Egg Drop Soup
Whisked eggs in savory broth
Hot & Sour Soup
Spicy and tangy broth with traditional Chinese seasonings
House Special Soup
Quart.
Seafood Soup
Quart.
Fried Rice
Stir-fried rice with choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special mix.
All Day - Fried Rice
All Day - Lo Mein
Lo Mein
Lo mein noodles with a choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special containing mixed proteins.
Egg Foo Young
Asian-style omelette, choice of vegetable, pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, or house special. Served with white rice, various fried rices, or plain lo mein.
All Day - Egg Foo Young
All Day - Poultry
Chicken With Broccoli
Tender chicken and fresh broccoli. Choose from white rice, various fried rices, or plain lo mein.
Szechuan Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Sweet And Sour Chicken
Hot and spicy.
General Tso's Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Chicken Hunan Style
Hunan-style chicken served with choice of white rice, various fried rices or plain lo mein. Hot & Spicy
Chicken With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
Orange Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Sesame Chicken
Hot and spicy.
Beef With Broccoli
Beef and broccoli served with choice of rice or plain lo mein: white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable fried rice.
Pepper Steak With Onion
Sliced steak and onions in pepper sauce. Choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options: white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable fried rice.
Szechuan Beef
Hot and spicy.
Beef Hunan Style
Hot and spicy.
Mongolian Beef
Hot and spicy.
Beef With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
All Day - Beef
All Day - Seafood
Shrimp With Broccoli
Shrimp, broccoli stir-fry. Options include various fried rices or plain lo mein.
Szechuan Shrimp
Hot and spicy.
Shrimp With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
Shrimp With Mixed Vegetables
Shrimp paired with an assortment of vegetables. Choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice.
Shrimp Hunan Style
Hot and spicy.
Sauteed Mixed Vegetables
Mixed vegetables sauteed, served with choice of white rice, various fried rices (beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable), or plain lo mein.
Broccoli With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
Sauteed Broccoli
Sauteed broccoli served with choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice.
All Day - Vegetables
All Day - Side Orders And Beverage
White Rice
Steamed white rice available in pint or quart sizes.
Fortune Cookies (4)
Crispy, sweet fortune cookies with a hidden message inside, served in a set of four.
ORANGE CRUST (BOTTLE)
A refreshing orange-flavored soda in a bottle.
PEPSI (BOTTLE)
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
MTN DEW (BOTTLE)
Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.
SPRITE (BOTTLE)
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
DR PEPPER (BOTTLE)
A refreshing bottle of Dr Pepper soda.
(COMBO) Roast Pork Lo Mein
Roast pork lo mein served with choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special fried rice.
(COMBO) Sweet & Sour Chicken
Sweet and sour chicken balls. Choice of rice: white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special, or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Pepper Steak With Onion
Pepper steak paired with onions. Choose from rice varieties: white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, house special, or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Chicken With Cashew Nuts
Chicken with cashew nuts. Choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special fried rice.
(COMBO) Beef With Broccoli
Beef and broccoli served with a choice of rice or plain lo mein, including house special and shrimp options.
(COMBO) Moo Goo Gai Pan
Moo Goo Gai Pan combo: Chicken, mushrooms, choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special fried rice.
(COMBO) General Tso's Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMB0) Chicken With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Szechuan Beef
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Shrimp With Broccoli
Shrimp and broccoli served with a choice of rice or lo mein. Options include various fried rices or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Shrimp With Mixed Vegetable
Shrimp paired with assorted vegetables. Option to combine with white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken fried rice, house special fried rice, or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Sesame Chicken
Sesame chicken paired with choice of white, vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken fried rice, house special fried rice, or plain lo mein.
(COMBO) Hunan Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken lo mein served with choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include vegetable, pork, beef, shrimp, chicken, or house special fried rice.
(COMBO) Chicken With Broccoli
Chicken with broccoli, choice of rice or plain lo mein. Options include various fried rices or white rice.
(COMBO) Hunan Beef
Hot and spicy.
(COMBO) Szechuan Chicken
Hot and spicy.
(COMB0) Beef With Garlic Sauce
Hot and spicy.
All Day - Special Combo Platters
All Day - Chef's Suggestions
Sesame Shrimp
Sesame shrimp served with choice of rice: white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, vegetable fried, or plain lo mein.
Triple Delight (Chicken, Beef & Shrimp)
Triple Delight: Chicken, beef, & shrimp. Options include fried rice varieties or plain lo mein.
Happy Family
Combination of chicken, beef, pork, scallops, jumbo shrimp, and mixed vegetables with our chef's special brown sauce.
Seafood Delight
Chunks of lobster, jumbo shrimp, scallops, and crab meat with Chinese vegetables in our chef's special wine sauce.
Four Seasons
A savory blend of jumbo shrimp, chicken, roast pork & beef sauteed with Chinese veg in brown wine sauce.
Chicken Chow Mein
Chicken chow mein; choice of white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice; plain lo mein.
Shrimp Chow Mein
Shrimp chow mein served with choice of white, beef, shrimp, chicken, pork, or vegetable fried rice, or plain lo mein.