The food here are delicious and fancy, although a bit pricy considering the size of the dish. The Decor are very pretty full of modern design ; we sat at the bar as that's the only open sitting! Service were good and prompt, we will again next time we are in Austin! read more

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Great choices of dumplings and items not commonly found. Sea cucumber was favorite thing ordered. read more

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Well it was my first time visiting Qi and the anticipation had been building for quite some time. Our meal was every bit as scrumptious as I expected it would be. (I'm a long-time fan of Lin & Ling Wu!) My go to treats are the juicy pork dumplings and the shumai (my favorite being scallop, shrimp & caviar!) The chicken and shiitake shumai are also must haves... I would also highly recommend the peking duck scallion pancake. I don't think you can go wrong here. I am certainly coming in on a Sunday because I hear they have an expanded Dim Sum experience. Our wonderful host Danny made us feel welcome and special all evening. The holiday decor and overall ambience of this location are sophisticated, yet cozy and celebratory. The desserts they offer are second to none, so save some room. Thank me later! We will probably be back Christmas Eve or Christmas day for some cheer (they are open!) read more

Great vibes, great service, great food. The interior had chinese decor and lanterns and the ambiance and lighting was perfect. Only complaint would be that it's pricey, but still an enjoyable experience. read more

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Incredible experience. Hands down best Shanghai Soup Dumplings I've ever had. Everything about their flavor and texture and broth was addictive. I'd love to try the crabmeat ones as well next time. We also had the pan fried beef bao, which had an amazingly soft bun with a light and perfect crisp to the outside. We ordered the crispy pecan shrimp entre, which was also delicious, although I wish we'd had more people to split it with since it was gluttonous to eat so much sweet fried stuff. We finished off with the chocolate filled bao, which was tasty although next time I'll use my stomach space on more soup dumplings Our waiter was super friendly and welcoming, and the overall atmosphere was great. Can't wait to come back for more dumplings and try new things on the menu! read more

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Everything was great. Food was really special. QI dumplings were awesome, fried chicken, pea shots, everything. read more

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Great food and stellar service! I need to eat gluten free, and they were very knowledgeable about recommending appropriate dishes. Took great care to keep us informed as to which dishes were gluten free. read more

The dim sum and salt and pepper shrimp were really good. Really nice art behind the bar along with some neat restaurant decor. I was a bit disappointed because they've limited the menu from the last time I was here and the bartender delivered service without a smile for the entire time that my party and I sat at the bar; being really short in his responses and "stoned-faced" if you will. Maybe he should have taken the day off if he was having a bad day. I'd come back mainly because of the food just to give it another try. But if the service remains the same, that'll most likely be my last visit. read more

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I came here mostly for the dining experience and to bond with friends. It's situated in a nice spot on West 6th, and the free garage parking is a HUGE perk being in that area. No need to circle the blocks 20x looking for street parking! The food is pretty decent & flavorful, however, as a Chinese person who tends to frequent dim sum restaurants in Chinatown Houston when craving such, I knew the restaurant was catering to a specific crowd when setting it's price point/serving portions. Our server, the cocktails, and the ambience were great though! But I probably would not come here if I was straight up craving dim sum, and only dim sum, when I could find it for the fraction of a price at a hole-in-the-wall (authentic) spot somewhere. read more

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I love Chinese food so much and it's always been my comfort food ever since I've been there so far and it always tastes amazing! read more

Qi Austin - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

New favorite restaurant! Would be great with a group. The service was amazing and incredibly quick. read more

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Just awesomeness - owner and Uber Drinkmaster Chris are extremely "into" their business - from the presentation, to the taste (Infused Old Fashion) - DimSum crazy good - keep up the great work Qi Austin!! Your vibe is right on Austin!! read more

Qi Austin - Lobsta at the top and Dim Sum on the bottom!! - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food was excellent and the servers/host makes you feel like you are at home and apart of their family!

Price per Taste - Good Qi SOUP Dumplings - yes yes yes. No way about not getting this. Only thing is, it contains pork. Truffle Fried Rice - super tasty, a bit eggy Beef Potstickers - these were a staple. Nothing too too flavorful about this one but a solid safe choice here. Honey Akaushi Beef - this was good. I wouldn't order again. It is a bit sweet and it comes out a bit medium rare on a sizzler. Asian Fried Chicken - a good go to. Not your average fried chicken so do not expect tenders here. Best for last: Fly Me To Blue Moon Dessert - exceptional. Chefs kiss. A true delight and not heavy. Great Mandarin Great Pear - good and light, wouldn't get again. read more

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I love this spot! The flavors are incredible, and the dishes are so unique. I highly recommend ordering the smaller portions so you can try a variety of their favorites--totally worth it. Everything is fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared. Definitely a go-to for amazing fusion food in Austin! read more

This place is perfect if you like dim sum! The interior is well-decorated and a cute place for a nice meal. We visited on the weekend without a reservation, so we sat in front of the kitchen (since there weren't any seats available) -- would suggest making a reservation beforehand if you want to guarantee a table! It was busy during dinner rush, so our server didn't frequently check up on us/refill water, but he still came around whenever it was slowing down. We ordered the soup dumplings, pan sear basil chicken dumpling, truffle egg fried rice, and zha jiang noodle. One thing about this restaurant is that they know how to make each dish so flavorful. The only item I wouldn't get again is the zha jiang noodle -- it was still flavorful, but I didn't think it was anything special. Everything else was delicious! read more

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For what it is, I think Qi is a decent Chinese restaurant in downtown Austin, and people should give it a try. Although not as good as other Asian restaurants in other states, they do have some unique and bold way of delivering their dim sum dishes. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful: full of decor, especially the framed art! Did I forget to mention their bathroom has an automatic closing and opening lid? Lol I've digressed. I would 100% recommend their hargow (shrimp dumplings). The texture is right for the flour, and the shrimp is nice and crunchy! The sticky rice is also good, and I've never seen it in a braided banana leaf like that. It's a little impractical and over the top, but at least it was aesthetically pleasing! The Peking duck is decent and affordable, and would give it a try if you've never had crispy duck skin before. I would not recommend the xiaolongbao (soup dumplings). The dumpling was very mushy, and the filling was too sweet for my liking. I also did not like the egg bun. It was over cooked, and lacked the runny egg custard. read more

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My favorite sesame chicken in town. They also have fantastic xi long bao soup dumplings here. I've always found their service to be quick and personable. The decor and general ambiance is beautiful. This is a great date night spot in a fun part of town. read more

Fantastic experience. Loved the ambiance and atmosphere, excellent service. Waiters were super friendly. Here's the breakdown: 1) crab meat fish maw soup dumpling: skin was good, very thin but didn't break. could've had more soup inside but filling was good. liked it better than the shanghai XLB. 4/5 2) shanghai XLB: skin was nice and thin, didn't break. good amount of soup to filling ratio. filling was not as tasty - it lacked a lil smth 4/5 3) snow crab ball: hard pass on this one. couldn't taste the crab - just tasted like fried batter. think corn dog 2.5/5 4) shrimp har kow: exquisite. the skin was very nice. just the right amount of chewiness / pull. also was nicely stuffed with a good amount of shrimp. would definitely recommend getting this one. 5/5 5) sautéed bok choy: mid. not enough garlic. not enough salt. should've called it steamed bok choy 1/5 6) zha jiang noodle: very nice. the noodles were perfect - just the right amount of chewiness, not over cooked. had a good noodles to meat ratio. 5/5 7) egg tarts: one of the best egg tarts i've had in my life. the pastry was nice and flakey and buttery. it was just the right amount of sweetness (for those who have a mad sweet tooth maybe not enough sweet for you). must get. 5/5 read more

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Food was ok. Dim sum pastry was not as thin as Din Tai Fung for those who are familiar with this franchise. Service was mediocre. Not once was our water refilled even though we ordered drinks. I did wonder if we were treated differently because we were East Asians. The other female wait staff who also had a pony tail was so attentive (wished we had her instead). Service given was reflected in tips or lack of. One needs to earn this! read more

Qi is one of the better options for dim sum, but comes at a price. The ambiance, decor, and plating are stunning, so the prices will reflect this. Nonetheless, it is a nice place to take out-of-towners who would enjoy dim sum dishes. Best to order a bunch of menu items to share. read more

What a treat- dim sum for Sunday brunch and a large selection. Just go, start marking the menu and-- don't miss the salt and pepper shrimp. A very nice but comfortable place, friendly and attentive staff with food that hits the mark eacn time Reservation are suggested read more

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Here's the thing - if you're more of an eater for value, it'll hurt ordering food at this location. I never seen 2 tiny lotus wraps cost over 12 dollars in my entire life. However, if you are in it more for the experience and atmosphere of the restaurant, this is your place. The restaurant is gorgeous, large wine selection, and presentation is exceptional. If this is what your aim is, this could easily be considered a 4 or 5 star experience. The dim sum taste itself was pretty on par with what you'd expect and after factoring the price, brings my score to what it is. You could eat double the amount of just as good tasting dim sum for the same price and most locations. read more

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Though I am rating Qi Austin two stars, I will try my best to give a balanced review. Food: I ordered their xiao long bao, chicken potstickers, zha jiang noodles, mei choy pork belly, and hot and sour soup. The best dish was their xiao long bao... filling was savory with a hint of sweetness. It paired nicely with the vinegar sauce. On the other hand, the skin was thick, sticky, and wet... the skin on the chicken potstickers was the same. Unlike the xiao long bao, the chicken filling had no flavor. The zha jiang noodles was bland too. Noodles could've used some salt and the sauce needed more umami. Thankfully, their chili sauce added needed flavor. At first glance, the mei choy pork belly looked promising. Glazed in a savory gloss, the pork belly appeared succulent and tender. It was tender. The taste, however, was odd. While I complained their other dishes were bland, the pork belly had an intense flavor that pierced my head. My theory is that the bed of pickled vegetables underneath the meat caused the head-aching flavor. Hot and sour soup was okay. It was a bit oily though. A tad too much black vinegar. I will say the soup did warm our bodies from a day out in the cold. Service: Service was nice. They checked in on us from time to time, explained the menu, and packed our leftovers. Ambiance: A modern, classy feel. Restaurant was clean. Dim lighting aired a mature atmosphere. I also liked the red and black color scheme. Last comments: Unfortunately, I would not come back here again :( for a hefty price tag, the dishes did not merit a dent to the wallet. The blandness of certain dishes, disharmony of flavors, and doughy skin ... it was just not it. I may have came on an off day though. Based on the abundance of glowing reviews, it seems that the restaurant is pretty well liked. So don't let my singular experience sway you in the scenario you really want to try Qi Austin. Just keep expectations low, give it a try, and form your own opinion. read more

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This place is so great, I love coming here for their soup dumplings and truffled rice. This place is also very cute, I love the decor and dim lighting. read more

Amazing drinks. Food 10/10 loved our server. Ambiance is great. This is a place for a nice date. Will come back next week. read more

The XLBs were a bit thick/large in my opinion but overall taste was decent. The seafood delight was overflowing with fresh seafood. If I came back, I would come back for the entrees but may skip the dumplings. Qi is decent for Austin Chinese food. Scallop Caviar Sui Mai 鱼子酱带子烧卖 Shanghai Soup Dumpling 上海小笼包 Seafood Delight with Curry Sauce 咖喱海鲜大会 Sautéed Pea Shoot 清炒豆苗皇 read more

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The best dim sum in all of Austin, probably all of Texas. Their quality is absolutely outstanding. There is no place that comes close. Their dim sum is miles above Fortune, Jade, Tian Tian, etc. read more

We ordered the Beef fried rice which was AMAZING and the General Tso Chicken which was also quite good. They also gave us a complimentary thing of rice which he was greatly appreciated. read more

The thing about dim sum in Austin is that during the week. It's limited menu however From the limited menu Everything was delicious And everything was handmade Even my picky son was eating with us The truffle fried rice was basic but still delicious simple yet delicious A little side note on the restaurant. It's very high tech and modern I was even more blown away when I went to the bathroom Before going on our 3 hour drive to Houston! The bathroom has a bidet, seat is warm, self flush, self re-flushes until everything is done and clean So impressed with everything from the service, food, and even bathroom! Lol read more

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For someone looking for authentic Chinese food or experience, this may not be it. I had the Jasmine Rice, Szechuan Peppercorn Alligator, Soup Dumplings, and Scallop Caviar Sui Mai. The dumplings were pretty good as expected of a globally standardized Chinese dish and a Chinese restaurant at this price point. However, the Szechuan Peppercorn Alligator fell completely flat. Contrary to its name, it did not taste like a Sichuan dish. The meat had too little salt, almost no spice, and basically no mala flavor unless you directly ate the peppercorns. The mala flavor should be present in the dish regardless of whether or not you ate the peppercorns. Furthermore, charging 2$ for tiny rice bowls is not a standard Chinese restaurant practice. In the majority of Chinese restaurants, rice is usually either free or 2$ got you multiple rice bowls worth of rice. The service was pretty good as my waiter was quick to refill my water and assure that my food was on its way. However, questionably, the staff seemingly did not the know a standard Chinese restaurant signal where you show the number of people you want to dine in with your fingers. I had to manually explain that I wanted a table for two. The scenery was nice, but it did not really feel Chinese. It felt more like trendy restaurant decorations that had a Chinese theme. Overall, the restaurant is not bad, but I would not recommend for someone looking for an authentic Chinese experience or Chinese food. read more

I thought this restaurant was very nice for many reasons. My daughter and I went here on a little mommy and daughter date. I am not sure how kid friendly their food is if your kid is a picky eater. Thankfully my daughter loves dim sum. She didn't save any dumplings for me. The food quality is top notch. The atmosphere is very high end at night. This would be a nice place to go for on date night. read more

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If you're looking for an upscale modern Asian restaurant with phenomenal food and service this is the place! Beautiful ambiance I love the location and the decor has a unique touch. Must try Taro Egg rolls and lobster dumplings 10/10 read more

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I've been eyeing Qi for quite some time now, and finally had the opportunity to celebrate my one year anniversary with my husband on 10/16/22. Ambience - Great atmosphere with Asian decor, and wine cellars throughout the restaurant. The restaurant is on the smaller side, however they also have outdoor seating too. Nonetheless, it's the perfect place for date night, girls night out, dinner with family, etc. Service - As soon as we entered the restaurant we were greeted and seated immediately which was great! I didn't get the name of our waitress, but she was great to work with and super friendly. She made a few recommendations on the food, suggested a red blend wine which we loved and gave us complimentary dessert for our anniversary as well. She also checked up on us frequently which I really appreciated. Food - everything we ordered was fantastic! We ordered: Crab Meat Fish Soup Dumplings Lobster Dumplings Truffle Egg Fried Rice Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant Shrimp Har Kaw Pork & Shrimp Shu mai Cilantro Shrimp Dumpling Fried Snapper with Sweet & Sour sauce I also wanted to note their 3 dipping sauces for the dim sum, their chili sauce was my favorite! It has a bit of sweetness to it which I loved! Pricing - A bit on the higher end, but for the quality of the food, it's well worth paying. Parking - Free garage parking. Just be on the lookout for signage as some of the spots are reserved Qi Austin is definitely 5 stars for me. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

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Hands down the best dim sum in town. We had a fantastic brunch experience at Qi. You must get the soup dumplings - the shrimp and seafood were the best. The salt and pepper shrimp ( a recommendation from our server) was expertly seasoned and makes me want to come back for dinner to try more of their traditional menu. The scallion and duck pancake items were so flavorful and delicious. The atmosphere is elegant, fun, and upscale. Our server made excellent recommendations. Would absolutely recommend making reservations. This is a must try restaurant if you are in the area. read more

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Incredible in every way The food, the service, the decor, the ambiance, the experience - could not be better in any way. The interior is very well decorated, feels like I'm in a fancy Chinese tea house. The service is extremely attentive, our waitress visited our table at least 6 times. The food, oh my gosh. Being a pescatarian, I really missed dimsum as most dishes are meat, but Qi is like pescatarian heaven. We got the Crab Soup Dumplings - will definitely be coming back for these. The meat inside is so soft and the soup is delicious. Every bite was amazing. The Lobster Dumplings were so cute. Like little bunnies. I thought they were well prepared and the wrapper was a great chewy texture. The Scallop Caviar Sui Mai was very decadent. The caviar were like fish flavored popping boba. The Pecan Shrimp was my favorite dish. The shrimp was fried but still so crisp on the inside. The pecan and apple were the perfect compliment to the shrimp. The sauce was light but rich. Came for my birthday and we got a hedgehog for dessert, so cute!! It's a light passion fruit sorbet with ground up beet cookie and raspberry jam. A mixture of delightful flavors and textures. Honestly you can't go wrong with anything you get here. Don't forget to check out the bathroom :) read more

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Our recent dining at Qi Austin was a delight. Our go-to dim sum favorites were as impeccable as ever, but we ventured into new territory with the braised oxtail. Tender, flavorful, and served with a rich stew sauce, it was a revelation. The plate of pickles provided a perfect balance to our array of dishes. Qi Austin continues to impress with its traditional and innovative offerings, making it a top choice for an authentic Chinese dining experience. The braised oxtail has quickly become a new favorite, ensuring we'll be back for more culinary adventures. Kris' service was impeccable and because we always eat al fresco with our dog, their dog friendly patio is hopping when the weather is right for outdoor dining. I shared some photos here taken inside the restaurant as well. read more

Chef Ling brings everything you love about Lin, elevated. And unlike so many restaurants that suffer after opening multiple locations, Qi is every bit as consistent, with that high dining service and atmosphere. Shanghai dumplings are like none else, if Michelin were in Texas these would be top of their list. I branched out this time and was able to try the Lobster dumpling, more subtle, slightly sweet, still layers of complexity. I've never had a potsticker knock my socks off - this one WILL - Akaushi beef seasoned with a touch of scallion, gently steamed and reminiscent of tartare, with a crispy crown of lacy wrapper, soaking up just the right ratio of sauce. A treat! Ingredients in the fried rice were generous and fresh, but the dish was generally under seasoned, leaving room for intervention. Noodles were much better. Egg drop soup is rich but light, with the most delightful texture of egg to contrast with little fresh kernels of corn. I had the spicy shrimp in air-battered tempura with scallions & jalapeños. Very simple, straightforward, but lovely, balanced, sweet, peppery, spicy, a delight. Danny is a lovely host, helped guide us through the menu and towards a Sancerre that cut the fats just right. Aside from sharing lunch with friends, knowing the dim sum brunch is an even better way to tour around the menu, I love that Qi is a similarly appropriate venue for a casual business lunch as it is a sentimental occasion, or (recommended) taking the large table to sample every entree on the menu paired with very fine wine & sake selections with all your friends. read more

Qi Austin - Salt and Pepper Spicy Shrimp - pro-tip: allow it to rest in the spicy sauce awhile before digging in, the flavors become more delicious! - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Dinner in the city with my family... We came for the dim sum...well no...I came for the dim sum and they came for the noodles. I wasn't impressed with the food but the ambiance and service was impeccable. Idk...it's kinda hard judging Asian cuisine in the states when you're born and raised in Okinawa, so I don't want to be too picky.. but the main complaint was that all the noodle dishes we ordered was just too greasy. The food was fresh and had good flavors. cool place to catch up with friends for apps n drinks but no more big dinners here for us. Baby bokchoy - 10 Crispy potstickers - 8 Scallop caviar siumai - 7 XiaoLongBao - 7 Crabsoup dumpling - 7 Shrimp dumpling - 7 Zha jiang noodles - 8 read more

Qi Austin - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

I found the place very overrate for what you get. The soup dumplings were great but then it went downhill from there. The worst was the so called Dan Dan noodles, it was like spaghetti with meat sauce. The Lobster dumplings were so so.. The lobster was intermixed with some other stuff, it wasn't just fresh pieces of lobster in it. Overall I wasn't impressed. read more