Read the Chinese menu by cooking method
Steamed dumplings, stir-fried noodles, soups and braised dishes differ in texture and serving size. Chinese cooking encompasses many traditions, while a delivery menu offers only a selection. Check piece counts, fillings and sauces for each option. A vegetable-based name does not necessarily explain the stock or condiments used in the kitchen, particularly for soups and sauced preparations.
Calculate sides for dishes intended to share
Rice and noodles may be sold separately from main preparations. For a group order, review each container’s quantity and whether cutlery or chopsticks are supplied when needed. Crisp foods, sauces and soups require suitable packaging. The restaurant’s ordering details explain delivery arrangements and any possible substitutions, rather than leaving you to assume how an unavailable item will be handled.