The soup dumplings were definitely a highlight--perfectly thin wrappers with a flavorful, juicy…read morebroth inside. The pan-fried pork buns were another standout, with that crispy bottom and juicy filling that's hard to find anywhere else in Austin.

Our family of five had the greatest time here! The food was insanely quick to come out, and it was…read moresome of the best dumplings I've ever had. The pan fried dumplings were the best; crisp and chewy; and the green beans were perfectly seasoned and spiced. A must have!

back to the noodle tour found this spot on yelp and check it…read moreout, this is the triple crown. it is cheap, good, and no tip. the place is setup like a food court essentially. you go up to the cashier to order and get a number for your table. then, someone will bring your food to you. you go to this area to get all your utencils like chopsticks, spoon, bowl, tray...etc thus, no tip. straight up china style. i order the suan chai or sour/pickle cabbage fatty beef noodle. the actual translation. wow, 14bucks, the xiao long bao was 12 bucks total under 30. everything was really good. really generous on the meat. the noodle was freshly pulled. it has the Q. the xiao long bao seems to be freshly made as well. they were bigger size than the taiwanese ones. gotta tear the skin and let some soup flow out, else u get burn if you just eat the whole thing and let the hot soup burst in your mouth. happened many times. i now always tear a piece of skin to let the soup out into the spoon holding the bao and drink it and let it cool a little before engulfing it.

I've had this place Julie's Noodles on my must go list for a long time (cause everyone says it is…read morethe best noodles in austin) and i just found myself going to the grand opening of a new Japanese general store called EBISU in the same strip mall. As i left EBISU, Julie's was across the parking lot so i finally went. Only the big table was available so i sat and a nice young couple sat with me and ordered so much stuff that they shared and i got to try the dumplings, scallion pancakes, and the chicken chow mien which i had ordered for myself. The food was was pretty good! I was overwhelmed with options and picked the Stewed Chicken Chow Mein which I enjoyed but next time will get something a bit spicier. Like I said the couple sitting with me shared a pork dumpling and and some scallion pancakes with me and were both really delicious and when I go back again I'll likely get them. The staff is really nice and the woman at the counter was sweet and asked permission to put other customers at the large table I was sitting at. Which I was happy to do especially since I was eating alone. I did feel sick the rest of the day so I knocked off a point. Hopefully it's just that my stomach doesn't digest noodles fast enough and next time I'll try dumplings or a rice dish.

The food was fresh and flavorful. The portions are quite good and they came out very quickly after…read moreordering. The ordering is unique. You scan a QR code and get what you need wordlessly. If you're with someone else, it'll combine your orders but the tickets are separate. There's no server but they do come in to check on you. I believe restaurants should still have a traditional ordering style for customers that need it, so Im sure they do!...I didn't think to ask though. There are lunch specials which are affordable for the combos you can get, which is what we did. The inside is super stylish and calm. It's a bit small inside.

We stopped here for lunch when my family was in town. There was plenty of seating during lunch, and…read moreI'm glad this place opened earlier because it was perfect for a quick meal before they headed to the airport. Ordering was easy--just scan a QR code and place your order on your phone. We appreciated the friendly service as they checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. The food was excellent and arrived quickly after we ordered. We tried several dishes with the family. The kids loved the steamed eggs, and my personal favorite was the fried dumplings. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Parking could be difficult depending on the time of your visit.

Went here for the first time for a work lunch and was astonded how good it was. I ordered the…read moreCrossing the Bridge noodles with green pepper broth. All the mix in sides that could with the broth were fresh and all complimented well when added to the broth. The broth it self had a little tingle spiciness to it but was just so savory and delicious with veggie after taste hints. A friend who had been to Ten Seconds before recommended the green pepper and I am passing that recommendation along to you. I did not order apps but the peanuts and garlic vingear mushrooms were recommended to me by the same friend. Will be trying those when I visit for dinner. I look forward to making multiple more trips to 10 Seconds. It is a great addition to the Austin Asian cuisine landscape.

Really amazing service. William was our server. I think he managed the other tables too. He was…read morepatient because I had no idea what to order. Adorable and comfortable. No loud music. Lovely! I love when you get a carafe of water as you sit down. I had the most amazing soup. The sides were so yummy. I'll get extra next time for sure.

Hell, yeah! I like this place. Good for groups. Everyone order something and pass it around the…read moretable! The spicy and sour dumplings are the bomb. Way better than the soup dumplings (which are really good!). You can't go wrong with the curry chicken and potato pot stickers. Tan-Tan noodles were really good. The only side you need is the garlic box choy - it's pretty f'n awesome! Service is attentive and friendly. Ask questions and the staff will steer you in the right direction. And...did I mention this place is REALLY affordable! Can't go wrong!

Omg! How we just found out about this place. Best dumplings in Austin, and the best part is it's…read moresuper affordable. Today was about the second weekend in a row, and the service was the best. As for the food? I can't describe how juicy and delicious the soup dumplings are; it is a must-try. But honestly, everything we got last time and today was also amazing. Give it a try; you will not be disappointed. You will take my word later.

Classic hole in the wall Chinese restaurant! It's tiny inside with limited seating, I got my food…read moreto go. Spicy Lamb Noodle: 10/10: for $13 this was massive! Even after being in a container for a bit, the noodles were still chewy and not soggy. The noodles themselves tasted a little salty so it wasn't bland at all. The lamb was really flavorful and the onions balanced it out perfectly. Scallion Pancake: 5/10 Unfortunately these were a miss for me. These were super greasy and smelled faintly of old oil. Possibly caught them on a bad day, but I wouldn't be discouraged from trying their other menu items.

We tried the sesame pork sandwiches, combination noodle soup, and the green onion pancake. I really…read moreliked the sesame pork sandwich! It reminded me of a Taiwanese street food, but the fried sesame bun is different than what I've tried at other places. The combination noodle soup is delicious! There is a good ratio of noodles to toppings. I think the price is very reasonable as well. The combination soup reminds me of sweet and sour soup, but without the sour vinegar taste. This tastes like home-cooked food! We took our order to go, and I think that is the move. There are eight small tables inside the restaurant. It was the middle of the day, and the AC did not seem to be on. But there were some fans.

This place is seriously so good! I had the chicken ramen dx and it was amazing. Ezra was our…read moreserver and also amazing. Highly recommend this place and hopefully you get Ezra as your server.

If you're looking for authentic, unforgettable ramen, you absolutely have to try the Hakata…read moreTonkotsu DX at Marufuku Ramen. From the very first sip of that rich, creamy broth, I knew this place was something special. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the pork was tender and flavorful, and every bite felt like comfort in a bowl. Honestly, it's the best ramen I've ever had--and it's not even close. What really sets this place apart is the customer service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and truly make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The vibe is awesome--lively, clean, and the kind of place you want to sit, relax, and enjoy every minute of your meal. And whatever you do, don't pass up the Spicy Wings. They are sweet, spicy, and perfectly crispy--cooked just right with that satisfying crunch in every bite. Absolutely delicious and the perfect complement to an already amazing meal. Top-notch service, incredible food, and an unbeatable atmosphere--this place is a must-visit.

This is a truly great bowl of pho, the soup is clean. Everything is just so good. The eggrolls are…read moredelicious. This is a pho place but their house special banh mi is also epic. One of my favorite in town. The wait is not too bad if you don't go in peak hours. There is a bubble place next door as well to increase your calorie count for the meal.

I had an excellent experience at Pho Phong Luu. The tofu banh me was outstanding--fresh bread,…read morewell-balanced flavors, and really satisfying overall. You can tell they put care into both the ingredients and the preparation. Service was fast and efficient without feeling rushed, and everything came out quickly even though the place stays busy. The restaurant is clean, well-run, and has a lively atmosphere.

Never tried pho before so I winged it by ordering brisket pho LOVED IT! I love the ambiance in the…read moredaytime nice and quiet the staff is super friendly you can tell there's a lot of love put into this restaurant.

First things first: 1618 Asian Fusion is located in a busy and popular area of South Austin, but…read morethere is a free parking garage right across the street, which makes visiting much easier. The dining environment is comfortable, clean, and fun. It has a lively atmosphere that works well for hanging out with friends, date nights, or even a casual dinner when you want something a little nicer. Their menu has a great variety of food and drinks to choose from, which makes it a good spot for groups. I tried the dim sum and pho, and both were fresh and delicious. What surprised me the most was that the prices were actually very reasonable, especially considering the location, atmosphere, and quality of the food. No wonder every time I come here, it's always packed. It's rare to find an Asian fusion restaurant that does this concept right, but 1618 really pulls it off.

Three Gorges is a small, no-frills restaurant with bold, authentic Chinese flavors with a Sichuan…read morecuisine twist. The menu has nicely seasoned dishes that balance heat, flavor, and aroma. I ordered hot and sour pork soup. I had never had hot and sour soup with meat. Portions were generous, ingredients fresh, and the food arrived smoking hot. The noodles were soft, smooth and flavorful. The pork inside looked like tiny meatballs. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the restaurant was completely full and customers were continuing to flow in. Because the restaurant is rather small, I had to wait about 20 minutes for my order. Jim, one of the owners, said if I had ordered 3 items it would take about 45 minutes, that's why I went with one. You could easily tell that many folks at the restaurant were regulars, which means the food, service or both were exceptional. Definitely will be returning to Three Gorges...

House of Three Gorges is a no frills, authentic comfort meal that is warming and delicious. Family…read morestyle, big portions at a good price point. - Cumin Lamb: A heaping pile of thinly sliced lamb that is tender mixed in with cumin seeds, sichuan peppercorns, fresh cilantro, and red chilis. The cumin seeds give it that signature earthy, aromatic flavor and you get a slight tingly numbing spice sensation from the chilis and peppercorn. The lamb is not overly gamey, but it still does taste like lamb so if you are not really a lamb fan, I'd choose something else. - Jumping Fish: A very popular dish! Tender white fish fillets that is so soft it melts in your mouth. It is in a flavorful oil and broth that is refreshing from the fresh jalapenos. It is a savory dish, yet still relatively mild. It commes with napa cabbage as well! This was my favorite dish and I loved the flavor combined with the white rice. - Mapo Tofu (Vegetarian): They have one with pork as well, but I got the vegetarian version. Silky soft tofu cubes in that signature mapo tofu sauce and numbing peppercorns. Despite the appearance of all the dishes, none of them were very spicy. Overall, a comforting soft, spicy, savory dish with a slight tingle. - Eggplant in garlic sauce: A deliciously sweet and umami garlic sauce. The eggplants could have been a bit more cooked through in my opinion though since it was still quite firm. I loved it still! Note that all the dishes to me were not spicy just had an underlying subtle spice or tingle (like a finishing flavor note if you will). Also, since it is sichuan the dishes are on the oilier side. You order with the cashier at the front and pay up front as well. Food comes out quickly. It is a small space with three rows of tables (maybe around 12-15 tables give or take), so it does fill up fast. I went at around 5:40 PM on a Thursday and there was no wait, but by the time we finished eating at around 7PM, the restaurant was full. House of Three Gorges was hyped up a lot on my social media feed and through word of mouth, so I came in with high expectations. Luckily, they did not disappoint.