East China Restaurant Carryout — Restaurant in Shaker Heights

East China isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an assault on the senses in the best possible way.

The Hot and Sour Soup hit like a warm punch to the face. Sharp vinegar, bold pepper, rich mushrooms, and tofu that melted like silk. It didn’t whisper flavor—it shouted.

General Tso’s Chicken was perfection. Crispy like it was forged in a volcano, glazed in a sweet-hot sauce that clung to every bite like it meant it. This wasn’t your average sticky chicken—it was a main character.

Egg Fried Rice was buttery, smoky, and layered with flavor. Every grain was intentional. Nothing mushy, nothing forgotten.

Then there was Isaac. A young man who introduced himself to my kids and spoke in a strange, floating accent. At times I genuinely wondered if he was casting a spell. He said things like “The dumplings know when they are loved”, and somehow—I believed him.

The dumplings were incredible. Juicy, fragrant, and sealed with care. Maybe Isaac knows something we don’t.

Bottom line: The food is unforgettable. The vibe is strange in the best way. And Isaac? I hope he never stops...

My Family and I was longtime patrons of this place dad had been ordering from here since the mid 80s previous original owner made great chinese food, today i ordered a pork egg foo young lunch special for my dad the egg foo young was burnt black and there was very little burnt gravy, so i took it back new owner was rude claiming my dad ate some of the food my dad threw 1 of the burnt egg foo young in the trash and i returned the 1 egg foo young patty, i didnt debate any further because kept telling me my dad ate some of the food when i know he threw 1 of the patties in the trash. I will never return and i have message for Vin the previous owner this new guy family member or whoever he is to you is trashing your name and Legacy, i will never return Ho Wah in Beachwood will be getting my hard earn Money from here on when I want Chinese Food they actually know...

My first time visiting this place the 4 stars is kinda being generous. The parking is not great but not a make or break. I ordered the sweet and sour chicken, orange chicken and a small ham fried rice. The orange chicken was for my son. I must say it didn't look tasty but he said it was ALRIGHT. My sweet and sour chicken was ok but they put onions in all my food and I asked for no onions in everything. It was so many onions by the time I picked them out my food was cold but it was enough for my boyfriend and I to split and it wasn't bad. They accidentally gave me a crab ragon sauce it was so good with my egg roll. This is the first place I've seen with the crackers in a long time so that was a plus. Would I eat here again I would say yes. I would just emphasize no onions and order my food there so it's hot. Lastly, the price of the food was good for the...