Passing through Liberty, NC, I decided to grab a quick bite at China House Chinese Restaurant after noticing a sign on the door addressing their understaffing issues. Understanding the challenges small businesses face, I patiently waited for my order, hoping to support a local spot. Unfortunately, my experience left much to be desired. I ordered the Black Pepper Chicken Combination Plate, which turned out to be a big mistake. What I received was essentially a plate of green peppers with a sprinkle of chicken—clearly using the peppers as filler to compensate for the lack of meat. Alongside the green pepper overload was a heap of rice, making the dish feel more like a budget-friendly vegetable stir fry than a proper chicken plate. To make matters worse, the egg roll was laughably small, barely larger than a tube of chapstick. I took before-and-after pictures, showing just how much filler I had to scoop out to get to the little chicken that was actually there. Small restaurants struggle to survive, especially in small towns—but cutting corners on portion sizes and quality is not the way to keep customers coming back. If they’re having this much trouble in a town with limited options, they wouldn’t stand a chance in a bigger city where competition is fierce. Final Verdict: 0/5 – I will NOT be returning. If you’re looking for a satisfying meal, you’re better off driving a little further for better quality and portions. Photos posted for reference.

Had the general tso lunch special. Food had good flavor but the chicken was rubbery and was a very small portion compared to other places. Vegetable Fried rice was good with nice flavor but also smaller portion. Would I try other food? I think so— I would try a few more menu items.