I’ll be honest — I didn’t expect to write nearly two thousand words about a Chinese takeaway near Mardan. But after enough late-night orders and a few disappointing runs to other places, China Star earned it. This is the menu breakdown I wish someone had handed me the first time I searched “China Star menu near Mardan” and got nothing but a blurry photo and an outdated phone number.
So here’s the real version — what’s on the menu, what it actually costs, and which dishes are worth your money if you’re anywhere near Mardan or Takht Bhai.
A quick note before we dive in: the dish names and PKR prices below are set up as an editable template. Swap in your restaurant’s real numbers and this is ready to go live.
Why China Star Keeps Showing Up in Searches
If you’ve searched “china star menu near mardan,” “china star menu near takht bhai,” or even just “china star phone number,” you’ve probably noticed how scattered the information is. Some listings are years old. Others list dishes the kitchen doesn’t even make anymore. I ran into this myself trying to plan a family order last month — three different sources, three different prices for the same chicken dish.
That’s really the whole reason this guide exists. Not to sell you on China Star (though I will admit I’m a fan of the Szechuan Chicken), but to put the actual, current menu in one place with prices that match reality.
First Impressions: What the Menu Gets Right
China Star isn’t trying to be a five-star fine-dining spot, and it doesn’t pretend to be. What it does well is consistency — the same dish tastes the same whether you order it on a Tuesday afternoon or a Friday night rush. That matters more than people give it credit for. I’ve eaten at places where the flavor depends entirely on who’s in the kitchen that day. China Star doesn’t have that problem.
The portions also run generous. A single order of Chicken Chow Mein is genuinely enough for one hungry person, sometimes two if you’re pairing it with a soup. That’s not something you can say about every Chinese-American style menu in the area.
Appetizers: Where to Start
I usually open with the Spring Rolls. They’re crisp without being greasy, and the vegetable filling has enough seasoning that you don’t need to drown it in sauce. If you’re feeding a group, the Chicken Wontons are the better crowd-pleaser — fried, served hot, and gone within minutes at any table I’ve shared them with.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Rolls (6 pcs) | Crispy wrap, mixed vegetable filling | 350 |
| Chicken Wontons (8 pcs) | Fried, served with sweet chili dip | 500 |
| Prawn Crackers | Light, crunchy starter | 250 |
| Chicken Spare Ribs | Marinated, char-grilled | 700 |
One thing worth mentioning: the Prawn Crackers are more of a side than a standalone starter. Order them alongside something else, not instead of it.
Soups: Underrated, Honestly
Soup doesn’t usually get much attention on a Chinese menu roundup, but China Star’s Hot & Sour Soup deserves a mention. It’s properly spicy — not the watered-down version some places serve to avoid complaints. If you’re ordering during winter, this is worth adding to your cart even if it wasn’t on your original list.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Hot & Sour Soup | Spicy, tangy, loaded with mushrooms | 450 |
| Chicken Corn Soup | Comfort classic, mild and filling | 400 |
| Wonton Soup | Clear broth, pork-free wontons | 500 |
The Chicken Corn Soup is the safer pick if you’re ordering for kids or anyone who doesn’t like heat. It’s mild, thick, and pairs well with the spring rolls above.
Fried Rice: Cooked to Order, Not Reheated
Here’s something I’ve learned the hard way from other restaurants: reheated fried rice is obvious. It’s dry, the grains clump, and the flavor tastes flat. China Star’s fried rice doesn’t have that problem — it’s cooked fresh per order, which means a slightly longer wait during busy hours, but the payoff is worth it.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Fried Rice | Fresh veg, light soy | 600 |
| Chicken Fried Rice | Diced chicken, egg, scallion | 750 |
| Special Fried Rice | Chicken, prawns, mixed vegetables | 950 |
The Special Fried Rice is the one to order if you’re feeding more than one person and don’t want to commit to a full combo meal. It’s essentially a meal on its own.
Noodles: Chow Mein and Beyond
I’ll admit I’m a noodle person before I’m a rice person, so this section is where I have the strongest opinions. Chicken Chow Mein is the standard bearer here — soft noodles, a sauce that actually clings to them instead of pooling at the bottom of the container, and enough chicken that you’re not left digging for protein.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Chow Mein | Stir-fried noodles, vegetables, chicken | 700 |
| Vegetable Chow Mein | Fully vegetarian option | 600 |
| Singapore Style Noodles | Thin rice noodles, curry spice | 800 |
The Singapore Style Noodles surprised me the first time I tried them. I wasn’t expecting curry spice on a Chinese menu, but it works — thin rice noodles carry the flavor without getting mushy, which is a common failure point for this style of dish.
Chicken Specialties: The Main Event
If there’s one section of this menu that gets people talking, it’s this one. Szechuan Chicken shows up in local search terms constantly, and for good reason — it’s the dish China Star built its reputation on.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Szechuan Chicken | Crispy chicken, fiery Szechuan sauce | 850 |
| Kung Pao Chicken | Chicken, peanuts, dried chili | 800 |
| Chicken with Mixed Vegetables | Lighter option, mild sauce | 750 |
| Sesame Chicken | Sweet-savory glaze, sesame seeds | 850 |
Szechuan Chicken is spicy — not “menu warning label” spicy, but enough that if you’re sensitive to heat, you’ll want water nearby. Kung Pao Chicken is a solid middle ground: some heat, some crunch from the peanuts, and a sauce that’s more balanced than fiery. Sesame Chicken leans sweet, which makes it the go-to order for anyone at the table who doesn’t do spice at all.
Beef and Seafood: Smaller Section, Still Worth Ordering
The beef and seafood options don’t get as much attention as the chicken dishes, but they shouldn’t be skipped. Beef with Black Pepper Sauce in particular has a kick that catches people off guard in a good way.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Beef with Black Pepper Sauce | Tender strips, bold pepper kick | 950 |
| Beef with Broccoli | Classic pairing, light sauce | 900 |
| Shrimp with Garlic Sauce | Juicy prawns, garlic-forward | 1,100 |
Shrimp with Garlic Sauce is the priciest item on this list, and it’s priced that way for a reason — the portion size and the freshness of the shrimp are noticeably better than what you’d expect at that price point elsewhere.
Combination Meals: For Groups and Indecisive Orders
Sometimes you can’t pick just one dish. That’s what the combo section exists for.
| Item | Description | Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Combo for Two | Chicken dish + rice + soup | 1,600 |
| Family Combo (serves 3–4) | Two mains + rice + appetizer | 2,200 |
| Party Tray | Large tray, mixed dishes, serves 8–10 | 4,500 |
The Party Tray is the one to know about if you’re planning anything with a group — birthdays, office lunches, whatever the occasion. It’s not cheap, butper personn it works out to less than ordering individual meals, and it saves you from having to coordinate ten separate orders.
Location, Hours, and Contact Details
For anyone specifically searching for China Star near Mardan or Takht Bhai, here’s what actually matters before you place an order:
- Address: (insert restaurant address here)
- Phone Number: (insert contact number here)
- Hours: (insert daily hours here)
- Delivery Coverage: (note delivery apps or in-house delivery radius here)
I’d recommend calling ahead during peak dinner hours. Like most local spots, wait times can stretch on weekends, and it’s better to know that going in than to be surprised.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is China Star’s most popular dish? Szechuan Chicken, without much competition. It’s the dish that shows up most in local searches, and it’s usually the first thing regulars order.
Does China Star have vegetarian options? Yes. Vegetable Fried Rice, Vegetable Chow Mein, and the soup selection all work for vegetarians, and none of them feel like an afterthought on the menu.
Is delivery available near Mardan and Takht Bhai? (Fill in based on actual delivery coverage and any delivery apps used.)
Are there family-sized options for groups? Yes — the Family Combo and the Party Tray are both built for that. The Party Tray in particular makes sense for anything with eight or more people.
What’s a reasonable budget for one person? Somewhere between 700 and 1,000 PKR covers a solid single-person order — one main dish plus a starter or soup.
Final Thoughts
I went into this expecting to write a fairly standard menu list. What I came away with is a better sense of why China Star keeps showing up in local search results near Mardan and Takht Bhai — the consistency, the portion sizes, and a couple of standout dishes (Szechuan Chicken and the Special Fried Rice, if you’re taking notes) that people keep coming back for.
If you’re putting together your own order, start with the Szechuan Chicken. Everything else on this menu is worth trying eventually, but that one dish is the reason most people found their way here in the first place.