The Best Chinese Restaurants in Austin: Chopsticks Ready!

January 06, 2023
| 14:04 PM

Have that craving for savory flavors of Szechuan or sweet and sour sauce? Austin offers a variety of Chinese cuisines across several neighborhoods. Explore the flavors of Chinese food staples like rice, soy, noodles, chili oil, tofu, and spicy seasoning when you visit the best Chinese restaurants in Austin!

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Old Thousand (Burnet and East)

Enjoy this neighborhood Chinese restaurant conveniently located in the eastside and in north Austin off Burnet Road. Old Thousand is known for traditional Chinese lunch specials offered daily 11AM to 3PM and limited release specials like their beef ginger-scallion lo mein offered for dinner after 4PM! Come hungry, Old Thousand is one of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin.

Hours & Location

TUES-SUN | 11AM-9PM

📍1000 E 11^th St Ste 150, Austin, TX 78702 (East)

📍4805 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756 (Burnet

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📷 China Cafe Austin

China Café (North)

For an amazing selection of your favorite Chinese comfort classics, China Café features a great atmosphere for date night or for large work parties. You can order a variety of different dishes like popular lunch and dinner combo specials. Or order several shareable dishes for a family-style meal with various appetizers like steamed dumplings, egg rolls, and fried wontons.

Hours & Location

MON-SUN | 11AM-10PM

📍14005 N Hwy 183 Suite 600, Austin, TX 78750

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Spicy Szcechuan

For the ultimate flavors in Chinese cuisine, Spicy Szechuan is your oasis for some of the best Chinese food in Austin. Find all your favorite dishes like wok-fried rice and noodle dishes, stir-fry veggie combos, and meat options. You can also choose a variety of combos for the ultimate meal for yourself.

Hours & Location

MON-FRI | 11AM-2:30PM | 4:30PM-9:30PM
SAT | 12PM-9:30PM
SUN | 5PM-9:30PM

📍3706 Jefferson St, Austin, TX 78731

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Chef Hong

Try one of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin when you visit Chef Hong. A popular spot for traditional Chinese cuisine, Chef Hong has rave reviews from locals and visitor alike. Enjoy fresh-made noodles with stir-fry meat or veggies with their signature sauces. Don’t forget to try the chili oil with your meal for an extra kick!

Hours & Location

TUES-FRI | 11AM-8PM
SAT | 12PM-8PM

📍907 W 24^th St, Austin, TX 78705

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China Family Restaurant

Find your neighborhood China Family Restaurant near you if you’re craving traditional Chinese classics. With three locations around Austin, China Family Restaurant offers all your favorites like vegetable spring rolls, beef egg rolls, dumpling varieties, fried rice, hot & sour soup, lo mein, and delicious chef’s specialties.

Hours & Location

MON-SUN | 11AM-9:30PM

📍4119 Guadalupe St.
Austin, TX 78751

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Fat Dragon

Open all-year around and on holidays, Fat Dragon offers authentic Chinese and Asian fusion dishes. You can find popular appetizers like Japanese seaweed salad, crab/cream cheese puffs, vegetarian egg rolls, organic edamame, and so much more. Order a bunch of plates for the best tasting tour and share with your family or friends!

Hours & Location

SUN-THURS | 11AM-9PM
FRI-SAT | 11AM-9:30PM

📍8650 Spicewood Springs Rd #109, Austin, TX 78759

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📷 Wu Chow Austin

Wu Chow

Check out one of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin when you visit Wu Chow for all the best Chinese dishes. Grab lunch specials during the daytime like various shareable entrees, soups & starters, and wok-fried rice and noodles. Join Wu Chow in the evening for an amazing dinner selection or dine-in or takeout!

Hours & Location

Happy Hour
MON-FRI | 5PM6PM

📍 IBC Bank Plaza, 500 W 5th St #168, Austin, TX 78701

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📷 Twin Lion Chinese Restaurant

Twin Lion Chinese Restaurant

Raving 5-star reviews of Twin Lion Chinese Restaurant make this spot one of best Chinese restaurants in Austin. A recently updated menu features all the classics and various chef specialties. Initiate your appetite with a shareable pup u tray, butterfly shrimp, or crab Rangoon to get started. Then try delicious fried rice dishes with your choice or meat or veggies! Come in for lunch for an expansive combo selection.

Hours & Location

TUES-FRI | 11AM-2:30PM | 5PM-9PM
SAT-SUN | 11AM-2:30PM | 5PM-9PM

📍4815 W Braker Ln Suite 510, Austin, TX

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Sweet Chive

For an unparalleled Chinese and Asian cuisine experience, Sweet Chive offers ambience and taste that ignite the senses. Their rotating weekly special never disappoints and always has you wondering what they will offer next. Try their Asian nachos, scallion pancakes, pork-stuffed fried eggplants, and sushi varieties for appetizers. You could really dine on various small dishes and be satiated!

Hours & Location

📍2515 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

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