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By Sarah Abercrombie
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- Restaurant Review -

Great China
2448 Shorter Avenue
706-378-8005

Great China Great China has a large menu that appeals to all who enjoy traditional Chinese dishes.

This small Chinese restaurant is located on Shorter Avenue in West Rome�s Kroger shopping center.

The restaurant focuses on carry-out foods and provides delivery within a three-mile range. Although the restaurant first opened its doors in 2004, Tony Chen took over as manager in July 2005.

Considering that all food is prepared fresh at the time of order, the wait time is brief. The menu includes dishes built around a variety of light, dark, sweet and sour and hot and spicy sauces accompanied by chicken, beef, pork, seafood and vegetable ingredients.

A variety of rice and noodle components are also used.

Vegetarian and vegan entrees are available.

Spring rolls along with the traditional varieties of Chinese soups make for a complete meal. The chef is more than willing to create special dishes using the patron�s choice of available ingredients. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable.

Do not expect the typical Chinese restaurant decor. The atmosphere is simple, tidy and clean. Food is prepared in full view of patrons.

While most patrons choose carry-out or delivery, those who prefer to enjoy their food at its peak of freshness and perfection by dining in-house will find four cozy tables, each seating four patrons. Any lack in atmosphere is more than made up by the excellent service and friendliness of the restaurant staff. Dress is casual.

Great China�s most recent food service inspection was conducted in May 2005. The restaurant achieved a score of 97, the highest score currently posted on the Floyd County Health Department�s Internet website for Rome area Chinese restaurants.

A specially priced lunch menu, in addition to the regular entree and dinner menus, is available daily from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The restaurant opens at 11 a.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closing times are 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday; and 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Overall Rating: Excellent
Quality and Quantity: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Value: 5/5
Atmosphere: 4/5