50 Best Chinese Restaurants in Austin

“Amazing food and overall cool vibe! Highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Great atmosphere, tasty food! We will be back!“

“I just had lunch at Dumpling World at the Triangle in Austin, and it was outstanding. My friend and I had the passion fruit cucumbers, the vegetarian egg rolls, and I had a new item on the menu, chicken and scallion potstickers. Everything was delicious, but I particularly want to mention the chicken and scallion potstickers. They were SO good! I plan to get them every time I go back!“

“Great delicious food and great service.“

“Everything was delish!! The Char Siu fried rice, the sizzling steak, the sweet and sour pork - all amazing!!“

“Absolutely the BEST vegan sushi, noodles, red rice, fried eggplant, & Chive pancakes!! My new fave!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Had a fantastic experience and my family is definitely coming back! The food and the service were excellent and the Nasi Pedang was impressive. We came with children who ate picky and that also loved everything and the staff was so sweet to them. I want to eat there everyday.... At least if I could I would. 🥳“

“The service was perhaps the cornerstone of my experience here. Our waitress was consistently on top of things and made sure we had plenty of water and rice the whole meal. Each plate was about $20 but they can easily serve 2 people, I had the Firecracker Shrimp and my friend had the General Tso's and both were very good. The vegetables in both dishes were very delicious and perfectly cooked and the meats were soft and tender. The atmosphere was very gentle and ideal for a dine-in experience and it wasn't very busy while I was there.“

“Love this place! The food is so good“

“Chinese cuisine modernized, traditional ingredients integrated effortlessly into a contemporary presentation. Everyone in our party was impressed with the level of care and thought the chefs put into the menu and the overall dining experience.“

“You blink, you miss it! This was my first time trying any of these foods. I ordered the Chinese burger, pork & cabbage dumplings, & Liangpi. Everything was incredible. Amazing flavor and texture. Owner and his wife were very nice as well!“

“They have THE BEST Chinese/Sichuan Food I’ve ever tasted! Everything I’ve tried has been extremely flavorful and fresh! 👍🏼👍🏼“

“Utterly fantastic food! Five stars! Wonderful service! Very professional! Place sounds like a sawmill in a football stadium. Loud as he'll and unapologetic about it. But, the decor is really cool and nice. Looks great but you'll spend you whole meal yelling at your date to be heard.“

“Just tried Song La for the first time today. Shirley was so incredibly friendly and the food was fantastic. I spent 3 months in Taiwan before moving to Austin and was craving some Taiwanese fried chicken and this hit the spot. Plus, everything is made to order and comes out super fresh (that said, don't come in a rush, make sure you've got a little time to enjoy their new spot at The Thicket and hang for a bit). Whether you've had Taiwanese food before and are craving it or just want to try some incredible fried chicken in a cool South Austin spot, definitely give them a try. ❤“

“The 3 cup chicken is absolutely delicious! I crave it often!“

“We ordered the pepper beef udon (photo), and it was fantastic, perfectly seasoned and spiced. We had the soup dumplings, and not only did they taste wonderful, but they also stayed intact when we transferred them from the steamer to the plate and were the perfect size to eat in one bite without cutting and losing the soup. We also had vegetable dumplings and a few other items, all of which were very good. One last thing: I think they make their own chili oil, and it was the perfect addition to every dish. I'll be back... soon!“

“Recently enjoyed sharing dinner here with friends. Service was excellent and entrees were delicious.“

“Really enjoyed the food at Hakka Express! We tried a few different dishes and everything was fresh and flavorful. The Hakka noodles were really good, and the Gobhi Manchurian with gravy was honestly my favorite. 😍 They have a nice variety of both veg and non-veg options too. Definitely a great spot when you’re craving Indo-Chinese food in Austin. Would definitely come back!”“

“We had lunch today at Me Con Bistro and it was fabulous! The Beef Pho Soup was the best I’ve ever had & the service was top notch too!“

“Crazy big menu, their noodles are amazing. The green bean egg plant noodles are delicious.
This place is also next to Southwest movie Theater which have the most comfortable reclining chairs of any Theater. You also have Pinballz next door so great way to start your entertainment!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you're looking for the best Filipino restaurant in Austin, Kapatad is it! My family and I had an unforgettable dining experience. We ordered the whole fried chicken, sizzling chicken, and pancit, and every single dish was absolutely incredible. The fried chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside. The sizzling chicken arrived hot and sizzling with bold, mouthwatering flavors that kept us coming back for more. The pancit was perfectly seasoned, packed with fresh ingredients, and tasted just like home. The food was truly out of this world—authentic Filipino comfort food made with love. The portions were generous, the service was warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere made us feel like family. Whether you're Filipino craving the taste of home or someone trying Filipino cuisine for the first time, I highly recommend this place. We'll definitely be back whenever we're in Austin!“

“Enormous portion. A whole damn pot of complimentary rice with an order of a dish (or entree? not sure what's exactly the standard, but we had diced ribs and got it). Complimentary duck soup with an order of a duck as well, very generous considering some places charged additionally. Seasoning was very on point, though I wouldn't say the texture was the best (neither the duck nor the diced ribs). Duck soup was the highlight; love the winter melon. So far the best & the most authentic Chinese restaurant I've had in Austin. If price is taken into consideration, I would say this place may be able to rival some places in SoCal.“

“Order: Rice, kimchi, 8 chicken dumplings — $17.56

This restaurant is beautiful! It’s well designed and thoughtfully put together, showcasing Chinese culture while still feeling welcoming to visitors experiencing it for the first time. I never felt judged or out of place.

The staff: Big shoutout to Daniel! He noticed us struggling with the waitlist tablet at the entrance and helped us get checked in. Even with a wait, we were seated in under three minutes, and he came to grab us with a calm, friendly attitude the moment our table was ready. From there, every staff member gave us fantastic customer service, the kind you’d expect at a five star restaurant. Daniel even remembered that we liked hot water and brought us some without being asked. Managers, please give this man some recognition!

The food: The kimchi was excellent. I’m picky about kimchi since I feel it has to be made a very specific way, but this one nailed it, with a nice kick of spice. Loved it. The chicken dumplings were amazing too. My only wish is for more options for Muslim diners, since pork plays such a large role in a lot of Chinese cuisine. That’s really the only thing holding it back from a full five stars for me, otherwise everything was fantastic.

Overall: I’d give the experience a 9 out of 10. Absolutely loved it and will definitely be back. If you’re on the fence about trying this place, go for it! :)))))“

“I think it’s pretty solid all around. The restaurant is a bit small, but there is quite a wide variety of items to order. Good Chinese breakfast foods as well as some standout dishes aside. Mapo tofu packs a good kick of heat, green onion pancake is probably my favorite on the menu. Definitely worth trying“

“The Foods are amazing. We always stop by here whenever we visit Austin“

“Soupleaf is one of the best hot pots around. Delicious broths with veggie/vegan options, tons of veggies and noodles AYCE style, and availability for included AYCE seafood at the bar, plus meats they bring out to you (if you’re into that). Unlimited sauce bar, rice, noodles…everything is included. They also have fruit and soft serve for dessert. You can top off your broth with a different variety where most other places will charge you extra for a different broth flavor. I also love that they have a different price point for their “Sealeaf” if you just want veggies and foods from the AYCE bar without any meat. Very vegan/vegetarian friendly place, but I’ve also brought meat eaters and watched them rub their full belly while rolling out the door. Great value, taste, variety of fresh ingredients, a consistently good experience.“

“Elvia is awesome sushi is fantastic I’ve been there 3 times this week“

“The food at Yellow Ranger was flavorful and satisfying, with a nice mix of bold flavors and comforting dishes. We ordered a few things to share so everyone could try something different, and everything came out hot and well prepared. The standout for me was the crispy chicken, which had a great crunch and plenty of seasoning. The relaxed atmosphere made it an easy place to enjoy a casual meal and good conversation.“

“Absolutely amazing food! I had the Sichuan dry stir fried chicken, Brisket hot pot and the jumping fish. So good and fresh!!“

“Friendly hostess. Great food. The martinis are the best. They don’t mess around. Best service all the way around.“

“This food is delicious! 5-stars!“

“everything was delicious and presented so nicely! if you order one thing, please try the green beans… insanelyyyy good. they were also VERY knowledgeable about the makeup of the food and incredibly accommodating of my friends’ allergies. they had clearly marked GF / vegetarian options on the menu, as well“

“Tried this place 2 x and I really wanted to like it! The egg drop soup is weird and has celery in it which completely changes the flavor. I had both sesame and general tso chicken, I didn't care for either. The crab ragoons are good, but that's about it from what I have tried.“

“Food is always sooooo good!“

“This was my best and favorite Chinese food that I tried in the United States. It’s taste very authentic. The fried egg rice was epic. The orange chicken was impeccable. The broccoli beef was unparalleled and altogether was a memorable experience.

I would love to be a regular to get my fix of the egg-rolls.“

“I've been coming here for years, everything prior to Covid was better than good and the prices were cheap, and food came out super fast. The restaurants dine in service had been closed through out covid so I'm happy that it has finally opened up, that's 2 yrs of waiting people!! The self service ice and water is gone. If you want a drink you have to buy them, which are almost 4 bucks for everything, I just sneak next door to the market and buy drinks. The cashier thought we didnt pay for our drinks but they dont sell Ramune!! The price for food has gone up which is understandable, so all dishes are avg 19 bucks or more. The food all came out super quickly. Got my fav dishes, Twice cooked fish and Beef and broccoli. The twice cooked was not as crispy and the beef and broccoli was a little sweeter than usual, but overall, still the same and satisfied, just a little more costly.

Twice cooked fish, still delicious!!“

“Wife had their food last year while in Austin for work. Spoke about it for a year. We finally were able to get some while in town today. Amazing! Sushi was great and delicious and all of our food was amazing! Staff were excellent and friendly! 10 out of 10 experience!“

“Such amazing service and the food is incredible. I’ve lived here my whole life and have yet to find good chinese food, but dragon fire is truly FIRE. The people are so kind and the food is always ready quick and consistent, which i can say because I eat here almost 3 times a week. THANK YOU DRAGON FIRE!!“

“Great food and an exceptionally kind team. The quality of the food is consistent and delicious and it’s the kind of place you can feel good about supporting. The generosity and care shown by staff for their customers and community feels special.

Pro tip: Their egg rolls are great and reheat in the oven SO WELL. If you end up with leftovers, keep them for the next day. They’re worth it.“

“We showed up on a Friday without a reservation and thought no way we’d be able to get a table. There were 3 adults and 3 kids in our party so we asked for a patio table. They took less than 20 minutes to get our table ready and it was perfect. It was quiet and calm out there. It really helped settled the little ones down.
We had Kali as our server and she was wonderful!! Her patience with the kids was just what we needed. She had great suggestions and was there every time we needed her. The food came out perfectly and even the pickiest eaters enjoyed their meal.
Thank you Kali!“

“Great experience! The service was excellent, and everyone was very friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was comfortable, clean, and relaxing, which made the whole dining experience even better. The food was delicious, and everything came out quickly. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Food was so yummy! Me and my family were very happy, took about 10 min to make 3 entrees , a kids fried rice and some gyozas that were very hot! Large portions too plenty leftovers. Came with all the condiments you would want. We would for sure go back“

“What a great place! We went as a group of ten! The menu had a good variety and the people were so nice!!!“

“My favorite Chinese food in Austin!“

“I have always loved this place but it looks like its closed now. When you call you get a not in service tone and the website says 404. Where will I get the Singapore Mei Fun now or the fried rice? So many good things about this place it it indeed closed it will be missed.“

“Absolutely love this Chinese takeout spot! 😍 The food is always delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. The portions are HUGE, and you definitely get your money’s worth. Everything I’ve ordered has been so good, and there’s always plenty to enjoy. This has quickly become one of my favorite places for Chinese takeout. Highly recommend! ❤“

“This is my second time ordering takeout from here and it’s delicious!! The portions are HUGE, and the flavor is packed in every bite. The chicken lo mein was massive and the chicken delicious. Green beans were sooo good, the Chong Quing mala beef was pretty oily but the flavor was great as well! Great service, this place deserves more business.“

“This is the only place left in Austin that serves Egg Foo Young. One or two others places stated that they did, but it was not the real thing. Twin Lion also has awsome Crab Ragoon and Dumplings! This is my favorite place for food in all of Austin! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖“

“very big portions for what you pay for. this meal comes with both an egg roll and a cream cheese wonton!! really great value for the price you pay. the food quality always is reliable here. so glad that this place is sticking around before the whole shopping center gets demolished. hopefully we can enjoy it for a little bit longer. i really always get the genral tso or orange chicken and it’s always super tasty.“

“Great place for take-out. Very nice people who work the take-out counter. There egg drop soup is my favorite.“