We went here on a Sunday for brunch and it was fairly busy so I would recommend setting up a reservation like we had done through open table. FOOD: The food was a little lackluster - their pork buns were decent tasting but small and the soup dumplings were good, but nothing special that wow'ed me and even smaller than the buns. The bok choy had zero flavor other than the garlicky bits - it was as if they had been boiled and that's it. Overall, the fact that the sangria was the highlight of the meal suggests a disappointing dim sum. Plus, the whole meal was $25 even after splitting and sangria is $9 which means that, for an order of bok choy, pork buns, and soup dumplings, the total was around $32! Not worth the price. SERVICE: I called ahead of time because I was running late for my 11am reservation and the person who picked up 1) interrupted me while I was talking and 2) told me that it was ok since the next reservation wasn't until 1pm. My friend who got there before me also said that the person they talked to was a little rude and told her that we needed to be out by 12:30pm. We felt so rushed and even after all that, we were there past 12:30...The servers were generally good about refilling and checking in, but we were very put off by the experience with the reservation. The place was busy but not packed enough to warrant such impatience. LOCATION: The restaurant itself is very pretty with a beautiful bar area and cool umbrella decor hanging from the ceiling. You have to walk up some stairs in order to access the restaurant and it wasn't clear to me whether I had to go through the huge metal black doors which you have to cross their outdoor patio dining area to get to or to go through the glass doors that connect to an even larger building that aren't part of the restaurant. The table for 2 that we were sitting at was a little smaller than I'd like, especially since dim sum is meant to fill up a table. Random highlight: their bathrooms have fancy toilets which open the toilet cover and flush automatically. read more

See all

I like Qi more than I like Lin, if that says anything. I think the ambiance of Qi is lovely, both inside and outside. The decor is good, the staff is friendly, and the tables are well spaced. When the weather is good, the patio is gorgeous! The food is also delicious, albeit overpriced. I felt the same way about Lin actually but I felt like the cost was ever so slightly more justified at Qi than at Lin since there are some more unique dishes that I encountered here. The duck pancakes and the scallop caviar shu mai are particularly memorable. They are more unique than the classic shu mai etc you'd get at Lin so I felt slightly less bad about paying $15 for 3 pieces. The pan seared basil chicken dumplings, chicken shiitake shu mai, and soup dumplings were all very delicious, but not any more fancy or special than other dim sum places I've tried around Austin, eg Jade restaurant's. Overall I'm glad I came here cause I wanted to try it; for the service and taste I wasn't upset paying a $95 bill for two people, HOWEVER, I wouldn't go again given the price. read more

See all

This place is nice quaint place with excellent food, service & staff. They sat us at a big table because we had a group of ten. We waited only a little bit for the table and they made sure everything was clean and sanitized for us. we ordered drinks like the Watermelon cooler cocktail and appetizers like egg rolls and pot stickers. The food can be made to share because you can order some fried rice and then a chicken plate and share it so you can get a taste of more than one thing. I like the decor of the place along with the ambiance. The staff is very attentive and friendly. The bathrooms are very nice and clean with powered toilets. You have to enter through the door in front of the patio seating. For the entree, I order the truffle egg fried rice which is done with Jasmine rice and it was delicious along with the egg rolls. Hubby ordered the crispy alligator and enjoyed it. He'll probably order it again after he has tried everything else. It just has to be your thing. Everything was presented beautifully and it tasted just as good along with the yummy cocktails they have there as well. There is parking areas all around so you shouldn't have much of a problem with that. I would definitely recommend this place and know that this place is higher end so you will leave with a hefty bill but everything is great and time there was a joy as well. I will be returning. read more

See all

Tried this restaurant based off of a recommendation and it did not disappoint. My husband and I were introduced to soup dumplings and were very impressed! I had the Crispy Wok Shrimp and my husband had the Szechuan Peppercorn Alligator. Both entrees were good but some type of sauce would have been nice for the alligator. Great service and the heated toilet seats were a fun added bonus read more

See all

The food is ok but they are over price. The bathroom is so dirty. I like the decorations but other than that it is just ok experiences. We are not going back for sure. read more

Always a good time and good food when coming here! Plan ahead & Make sure you make reservations so you're not waiting because there will be a wait, especially on the weekends. The service here is always amazing, I love that they have whiskey cocktails Available and they make them well! Everything I've tried here is pretty darn good but my favorites are the truffle fried rice, singapore crispy whole fish, and their imperial Tofu! Trust me you won't be disappointed read more

See all

Food was great! Service was fast, visited during lunch time, place get full quick!! Make a reservation. Plenty of parking in the garage

First time coming here and first dim sum brunch, and everything was phenomenal! The ambiance of the restaurant, the freshness of the food, the quality and flavor of everything on the menu. It was a great experience - and you almost forget that you're in downtown Austin, as the beauty and upscale of the indoor seating really transports you. I didn't take pictures of everything, but my favorites were the zha jiang noodles (so good), the soup dumplings (some of the best I've ever had), and the shrimp har gow. You honestly can't do wrong with anything, though! And the cocktails were strong, unique, and delightful. Overall, the experience was a 5/5, the food was a 5/5, and the service was a 5/5! I would go back again and highly recommend. It's a bit pricier than your typical dim sum, but the quality is worth the splurge. read more

See all

Qi Austin is located at the very bottom of what seems to be a corporate office and you can definitely tell that people come here for lunch. I would highly recommend making a reservation because it fills up pretty quickly and that is the first thing they ask when walking in. The service was pretty good and I was attended to frequently and the servers make sure to take your plate once you finish. I went during lunch and ordered the -Shanghai Soup Dumplings - The soup dumplings were very savory especially with the vinegar they provide. It came in 5, and we devoured it almost instantly. -Shrimp Hargow - The shrimp hargow also came in 5. The quality of ingredients used were extraordinary. Again, it was devoured pretty quickly. -Lunch Sesame Chicken - The lunch size is relatively small and is the perfect size in my opinion. The outer crust was super crispy paired with the sweet sauce made the dish very good. -Lunch Akaushi Beef - The sauce is a little bit on the sour side, which didnt sit too well with me. However, the beef and vegetables itself were cooked to perfection and was super savory. I give the beef a 4.9/5. All in all, I highly recommend Qis. It is on the pricer side for dim sum and their dim sum menu is relatively small, however their lunch specials more than make up for it. read more

See all

We went in for Dim Sum on a Sunday and it wasn't terribly busy. When I looked online for a group of 4 around 10 am, there were only availability for 1230 and 230. However, when I called the restaurant, there appears to be more availbiity. So tip: call the restaurant if you don't see the time you want. Now on to the most important part... the FOOD. We ordered: Sautéed Baby Bok Choy - Good. Nothing to write home about. Spare Ribs with Black Bean Sauce - Very good. This dish can sometimes get a little too salty but this was perfect. Pork and Shrimp Sui Mai - Good size and tasty. Shanghai Soup Dumpling - Didn't have and but was told by my compadre that it was good. Chicken Taro Egg Roll - Good. Didn't notice the taro. Not crazy about the plum sauce it comes with but my friend said it was good. Baked BBQ Pork Bun - Don't care for. We all agreed we weren't too crazy about this. It's sweet and I prefer my meals savory. Shrimp Har Kaw - Good. Not too salty. Pan Fried Beef Bao - Don't care for. Another one I'm not super crazy about, I prefer the traditional bao. This was flat like a moon cake. The service was great. The waitress was quick to fill our waters. Parking - there's a Whole Foods garage you can park at around the corner. I look forward to going back and trying out other food. read more

Qi Austin - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

The perfect place to come with a group of Hungry people and order a bunch of dim sum to taste everything! Good service and beautiful restaurant as well. Will definitely be coming back! read more

See all

Amazing food and very cool vibe. We have never been disappointed going to Qi. Sunny is the best!

Food: 3.8 out 5 Service: 3 out 5 ( we sat at bar for lunch, saw 1 of male server walk in the bar get soft drinks, he grabbed 2 glasses with fingers inside the glasses and he still put his fingers in when he finished making drinks) our server were ok but could be better with uniform Ambiance: 4.5 out 5 read more

Oh, this place rocks!! The dim sum is excellent, high quality and very nicely done. Some of the items are slightly fusion and adapted to this area and culture, but the quality and the workmanship put into the dim sum with spectacular presentation is well worth the extra cost. I'm from the San Francisco area and I am Asian so I know good dim sum. All the ingredients are so fresh and they use locally sourced produce from a local farm when possible. We went there for dinner and it was so good and we were so impressed that we came back the next morning for dim sum! For dinner we had the bok choy with shiitake mushrooms, excellent with a subtle sauce on it. We also had the seafood curry which was chock-full of different types of seafood in it, they were very generous. Between dinner in the evening and dim sum the next morning, we had many of their dishes but I will just comment on some of the stand outs. For dim sum, their shrimp stuffed Chinese eggplant was so plump and delicious. Their crispy chicken turnovers were shaped like cute little mice, so fun to eat and delicious too! The salt and pepper shrimp was excellent, nice subtle flavors. Their cilantro shrimp dumplings and basil chicken dumplings were so satisfying and flavorful. We loved the Shanghai soup dumplings, round and plump with hearty broth inside. Their desserts are amazing and excellent, be sure to try one! The service is immaculate, friendly and helpful and very efficient. The manager is a very good manager. One thing fun about the place is that they have automatic toilets with motion sensors. The lid will automatically open when you come near it! read more

See all

The alligator was exceptionally baller. Although the toilet was weirdly moist and festive. Tofu was the highlight of the night. Our waiter khan was very handsome ;). His demeanor was very very pleasant in providing a very very unfortunately seductive atmosphere. read more

See all

Amazing food and fun atmosphere. Friendly staff and fast service. Try the soup dumplings!

Really cool ambiance. Dim sum was superb. I highly recommend. Great for any time of the day.

Beautiful setting with the best, most memorable dim sum and Chinese entrees. Our waiter was generous with his attention and recommendations. Staff was outgoing and friendly. We failed to take pictures as we were immersed in the experience. read more

I stopped here at Qi during my everlasting hunt for soup dumplings and roasted duck. Turns out this place has both! With a traditional details with a bit of modern flair, Qi brings the best of both worlds in not just it's food but also it's vibe and atmosphere. Atmosphere: The overall design of the place has the feeling of fancier up scale place, with a bit more of a homely design with the traditional pictures and decor shown around the restaurant. I personally recommend a spot near the chefs where you can actually see them making dumplings as they are put out. Brings a sort of family and community feeling to the place. Food: I ended up ordering both the soup dumplings and the roasted duck (surprise surprise). To my delight I was glad to see the chef's little addition to both dishes while still maintaining a familiar style. The soup dumplings come with a tasty vinegar sauce that just meshes so well when combining the flavors of the already savory dumplings. The roast duck however is the biggest winner in my books. Coming with an assortment of sauces and bao buns, the combination of all along with the duck just made for quite the savory experience. Salted evenly and not too greasy, the duck is certainly no joke. Service: Again another easy win. My server was just such a delight and she easily helped me pick and choose from the perspective of a first time user. Overall: Certainly an easy winner if you are looking for a more modern take on Chinese food. The service, presentation, and quality tempts me to return once again to try other things on the menu. Of course also a great place to get your soup dumpling fix, they are just soup-er. read more

See all

There are very few Asian restaurants in Austin that has the authentic feel, taste and charm making you feel as if you are actually dining in another country like Qi. The decor is very contemporary, but still made you feel as if you were walking the streets of Shanghai. I am a huge fan of Lin's dim sum and now, I can add Qi to my list. We started with the Shanghai soup dumplings, lobster dumplings and chicken taro egg rolls. The special of the evening was a salt and pepper whole lobster, but we were disappointed to find out that at 7:30 in the evening, they were completely out! However, we were soon relieved when we were told that they still had the salt and pepper lobster tails available. We ordered those in addition to the honey beef and the truffle egg fried rice. We enjoyed all of our dishes, several bottles of sake, as well as the service we received from Kriselda. read more

My boyfriend and I went to Qi for our anniversary and it was a wonderful time! From the service to all the details in coursing out the meal I was pleasantly surprised. For all who know this is a sister restaurant to Lin's with a little bit more experimentation in the food. Lins is very traditional whereas Qi has a couple different elements thrown in...one dish that came to mind is the truffle fried rice we had. The meal started off with a couple different appetizers, my boyfriend and I aren't super "big" eaters so we ordered the bao buns as well as the traditional soup dumplings. Soup dumplings never get old for me, they are probably one of my favorite things to eat since I discovered them about 2-3 years ago. Our entree consisted of the half Peking duck and truffle fried rice. Not really much to elaborate on for these two dishes minus that the Peking duck comes with only 3 buns, so if you want more you have to order more to accompany your meal. The truffle fried rice had good truffle flavor and was a simple egg fried rice with truffle oil and a tad bit of truffle. My only gripe about Qi was that the owner or manager kept sitting in the space next to me because I'm assuming he was friends with someone at the table next to us. The atmosphere and food make us want to come back for some dim sum and drinks with a small group of friends next time. read more

See all

Awesome place! It's essentially Lin Asian Bar menu but with more seating and a bigger space. Cocktails are a good mix of classics and specialty, the electric lemonade is a fun one. All the dumplings and bao buns are great, I've yet to have a disappointing one. I've have been here half a dozen times and have always enjoyed the experience read more

A well-deserved 5-star rating for this place! Everything from the service, the food, and the atmosphere was a huge hit! Came here with a party of 6 on a Saturday afternoon. We were able to make a reservation that morning. Arrived shortly before our reservation time and our table was ready and we were immediately seated. Our server (Sophia, originally from Vietnam) was phenomenal. Super sweet personality and incredibly helpful on some of the menu items especially for a few in our party who were vegans. The dim sum lunch menu had plenty of great options. I tried the chicken dumpling along with the veggie noodle dish. Both dishes were perfectly cooked and tasted really great! One of our guests was celebrating a birthday and the staff brought out this chocolate dessert that was incredible! Everything on the plate was edible and made of some sort of dark chocolate. The presentation was so beautiful that it was really hard to take pieces of it as it felt as though we were destroying an art piece. Indeed it was an art piece. I sure hope the pics do it justice. Although I'm not local to the Austin area, I do frequent here about once a year or so. I would most certainly come back here for dinner, which has even more of a menu offering. read more

See all

Absolutely loved the soup dumplings. Everything we sampled was great, elevated Asian food. I can't wait to try other of Chef Ling's restaurants! read more

From the reviews and downtown location I was expecting delicious food. I threw out $30 worth of food. I couldn't even eat it. I'm from metro NY where we have tons of delicious Chinese food. This was some of the worst restaurant food I've ever had. read more

Qi is the sister restaurant to Lin's and if I were to describe her, she is the more refined and polished sister. I really liked the Asian trinkets and details that went in to furnish the inside of the restaurant as it looked quite welcoming. However, due to covid we chose to dine outside as we thought this was the safer choice. Unfortunately, the way Qi spaces out the table is NOT ideal for distancing from others. I am pretty sure we weren't 6 ft apart from other diners, and my chair was even back to back to the guy dining behind me. Luckily, we both felt the discomfort and readjusted but there was only so much space to work with especially with the rain drizzling down on us. We asked to move, but all the other outside tables were reserved for larger parties. I totally understood, until I saw a guy sitting ALONE at a 4 top table... We ordered 10 things in total for the night, and honestly only a few things stood out. We started with a few Dim Sum Appetizers which by the way come in sets of 3 which is odd when dining as a couple. Soup Dumplings: We ordered a serving of the Crab Meat Fish Mawl soup dumpling and the Shanghai soup dumpling. You can tell these are all handmade which is great, texturally the inside is a rougher chop vs minced but the wrap was just too thick for me especially the tip. The wrap actually overpowered the taste of the crab version despite being able to visually see the crab. However I thought the filling and broth of the Shanghai version was good. Scallop Caviar Sui Mai: I like how these were on the meatier side and enjoyed the addition of the truffle oil. I also liked the "caviar", although it wasn't the traditional sturgeon, the fish eggs added a nice texture. Pan Fried Akaushi Beef Bao: We only got this because our waitress said she eats this everyday, but I probably wouldn't. It had a crispy bottom, tender inside, but lacked the juiciness from traditional pork. Szechuan Peppercorn Alligator: I really enjoyed this dish, nice batter/fry and didn't taste super gamey. Seafood Delight with curry sauce: The curry flavor was very rich and salty and the amount of seafood was disappointing in not only quantity but quality. The only seafood that didn't taste overdone was the shrimp, which luckily they gave more than just a couple of pieces unlike the other seafood offerings. The green onion pancake offered as a side was also poorly executed, as it was on the more dense side which was a bit doughy and quite greasy. Also, the vegetables literally tasted like an afterthought as these weren't cooked. Overall, I would definitely pass on this dish. Singapore Crispy Whole Fish: You know how they say not to judge things by their outward appearance, well this was visually impressive, but taste wise a huge let down. Honestly, as I was eating this dish I kept on trying to figure out what happened. I couldn't tell if the fish was just not fresh, or was it over done or what, but everything about this fish definitely didn't warrant the $60 price tag. Not only was the texture off but the batter didn't taste good and the sauce was odd, like watered down ketchup with a lot of raw onions...The only good thing about this dish was that you did get a good amount of Red Snapper meat since it's a whole fish. Imperial Tofu: I love egg tofu so enjoyed how they used this type of tofu but the sauce paired with it wasn't my favorite. However, I think they tried to mix it up a bit with the dry scallop which was a bit chewy. Sautéed Pea Shoot: Pretty standard preparation, $16. Mango Bomb: I thought this was a pretty solid dessert, I enjoyed the flavor profile of the mango and the lychee as well as the powder which paired well with the chocolate from the edible spoon. The night started off on a rocky start and ended just the same despite our waitress hoping that our experience improved by the end of the night. However, everything about this experience wasn't ideal, from getting rained on and unable to move to the lack of 6 ft space from others to the lovely serenade of construction sounds and bare minimum service. Honestly, after a meal like this, it really made me miss the solid Asian food from Htown which not only delivers consistent quality but good quantity. They also wouldn't charge you $2 for a small bowl of plain white rice although the truffle fried rice looked more appealing with the fresh shaved truffles. read more

See all

Qi is quite quality minded, but quietly so. Not in your face. The place is happening all the time, and, unlike most Chinese food places, the bar is a great hang. Drinks are excellent and food is first rate. Austin- home of Que and Qi! read more

Legitimately one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in Austin. My friends and I were impressed the moment we walked in to when we stepped out, and our waitress Emily (shoutout) was incredible and so attentive and sweet. Qi pays attention to details. Everything about our experience was tailored and well thought out. The chopsticks have Qi branded on them, and all of the tables have Qi branded paper on them. The sauce bowls have little stone frogs, and I love that they give you tiny bowls for soup dumplings instead of soup spoons. 1. Soup dumplings - these were incredible. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the vinegar they give you is also yummy. I do wish there was a bit more meat inside of the soup dumplings because the filling is just that good, and I could order so many of these. 2. Shu mai - I'm not a fan of shu mai normally, but they do it so well. The pieces of shu mai are huge, and I love the little fish eggs that they put on top. It's seasoned wonderfully, and I would even say it's better than many dim sum places' I've been to before. 3. Har gow - Another dim sum dish that I'm not usually fond of, but Qi makes them so delicious. They also make each piece quite large, and they don't skip out on the shrimp either. 4. Truffle fried rice - Best. Fried. Rice. Ever. I swear, we all groaned when we took a bite. Don't let its looks fool you because it does seem quite plain, but it's legitimately one of the most flavorful and delicious fried rices I've ever eaten. I would come back and just order two whole bowls of this. It's seasoned so beautifully, and the smell is extremely aromatic. 5. Crab corn egg soup - I love corn soup, so I had to order this. It was really good, and I love the pieces of crab claws they put into the soup. 6. Seafood medley curry - I don't like curry, but this dish was pretty good. There was a good mix of seafood and vegetables, and the scallops, lobster, and clams were my favorite. Make sure to order the things we got! We made a joke that Qi can't do any dish wrong because everything was so yummy. This place will definitely go on my list of Austin Favorites because our experience was so phenomenal. Emily came by multiple times to fill up water and ask if we needed anything, and she was such a lovely person as well. I will definitely come back again and try their sister restaurant! read more

See all

Delicious Dim Sum with great attention to detail and an inviting modern setting. This is a great spot to enjoy dim sum that is mostly authentic, but also very approachable, whether for a date or a party. The space is well appointed and comfortable -- with staff that are zippy, friendly, and welcoming. The Dim Sum selection is very good, encompassing a large variety that will satisfy those seeking more authentic items and preparations. It does not pander to cliches of Western expectations of Chinese food, but highlights Chinese cuisine in a manner that is generally authentic but also approachable with a high regard for detail. Dim Sum staples are all really well executed -- from Shrimp Har Gow, Pork Shu Mai, to Egg Tarts (too many to name). The rock stars of various types of buns including the soup dumpling are well executed. Many typically traditional items such as Pea Shoots for a vegetable entree or Chicken Feet dim sum were cool to see as options. A lot of what's on offer are interpretations that are up-leveled for concept, which they do very well. The presentation of many items were very memorable, some admittedly were too aesthetically perfect to eat (specifically an item that was formed into the most adorable mice). Finally, however, some items that are nice to see on the menu, deviate a bit too much from traditional expectations (specifically the Zar Zhang Noodles). Overall a standout for Dim Dum and Chinese cuisine in Austin. Excellent! read more

See all

The ambience is cool we sat at the bar for lunch and ate their limited menu. Food that we had was good and service was quick. read more

See all

Like everyone said, Qi is the sister site of Lin's and the fine dining atmosphere. If you're looking for some upscale dim sum during the afternoon, this is the place for you, though it can get pricey for the amount of food you get. You are essentially paying for the handmade dumplings and noodles, which is an experience. The restaurant design is appealing with an exquisite bar area, I love the refined Asian design element and the interior is spacious with room to accommodate big parties. The one thing I would like to mention is the seating and tables aren't quite 6 ft apart. We were concerned when another party was seated at the countertop area right next to us. Though, with handmade dumplings & noodles and upscale atmosphere, I can see myself bringing guests here to try because the restaurant is spacious. read more

See all

Omg the Qi Soup Dumplingsssssss. Yum yum and then some. Other A-mazing dish was the Honey Akaushi Beef. Literally so delicious I would eat it every night if I could. We also got a bottle of Austin Hope because it's the best wine. Great service from our waiter. I'm forgetting his name but he had braces or a retainer on? Cute young guy. He was very attentive. We ended with the cheesecake and that was good too. Can't wait to come back this is definitely my new go-to spot! We sat out on the patio which was honestly perfect. Inside seemed nice but a bit crowded so I think patio was the way to go . read more

Qi is my favorite place to get dim sum, or just fancy Chinese food, in general! Today, I had a big dinner with my mom and ordered: o. steam lobster dumplings o. scallop caviar sui mai dumplings o. shrimp har gaw o. crab meat corn soup o. crispy whole fish o. truffle egg fried rice Of the three dumplings (and others that I've tried before), our favorite was the shrimp har gaw. Along with that, the crab meat corn soup is something we always order --and one bowl is definitely big enough of an appetizer to share between two people! Crispy whole fish and the truffle egg fried rice were two items that we ordered for the first time today, but both did not disappoint! The fish was lightly fried and covered in delicious sweet sauce, and was definitely big enough for 3+ people. The menu is at market price, and we paid $70, which I found to be pretty reasonable. Although both of us thought that the fish would go well with just a simple, white rice, the truffle egg fried rice was another great menu. It was super flavorful, and paired well with chili oil. They will definitely be a part of our staple items at Qi! read more

This restaurant is beyond impressive. We are originally from Taiwan living in Manhattan for the past decade, and are very pleased to have dishes that just tasted like from home. Multiple dishes tasted very similar to dishes from Din Tai Fong- if you know, it's the best world renowned Chinese restaurant originating in Taiwan that specializes in soup dumplings and noodles- and every dishes there including fried rice is just beyond delicious. This restaurant pretty much took us back to Din Tai Fong in Taipei with its Soup dumplings and House Special Combination Fried Rice. Scallop Caviar Sui Mai, Akaushi Beef Potsticker, Braised Ox Tail, Asian Fried Chicken with minced Garlic, Zha Jiang Noodle are all very tasty and flavorful - just like in Taiwan. Happy that we got to enjoy such great food in Austin. Please open a new location in NYC so we can order and visit often! read more

See all

The best dimsum in Austin hands down. The atmosphere reminds of of some famous dumsum places in SF. Everything tasted authentic and there was plenty of options to pick from. They add a little special touch to each traditional dimsum item, whether it be presentation or extra ingredients. I honestly think you can order just about anything here and be satisfied. The only thing I would avoid is the zhajianmein. The thing I would recommend the most is the deserts if you love matcha. The bill can come out a bit pricey but it's worth the visit. read more

See all

Another great high end authentic Chinese restaurant that isn't just about food but it's about the experience, the ambience, the music, the feel, and then the superb chinese cuisine. The menu is short and simple but is full of flavors that you can appreciate the technique that is put into it. An example is the braised ox tail, to have the fatty, rich, deep dark soy flavors meshed with the gelatinous fat, it takes hours to make (I know it does, I've made it before). We ordered a few dim sum dishes but also ordered, salt n pepper tofu (love the big tofu chunk squares), walnut shrimp that were bigger sized similar to colossal shrimp with sliced pear, braised ox tail, and the alligator hot and peppers Szechuan style. For those that are not used to Szechuan style, it has a numbing taste to it and I appreciate the numbing when you eat all the rich foods, it somewhat cleans your pallet. The decor and dining room takes you to another place, very interesting location with parking that has to be at Whole Foods (don't tell anyone) :). read more

See all

The food was a work of art. Sensual, sumptuous and memorable. The whole evening was magical. The cocktails were on point. Very attentive staff. I would return every chance I get. read more

See all

Love it love it!! Great for a small party, have to make reservations for a bigger party. Food is absolutely amazing too. Would recommend for a good dinner time with friends/date/family dinner occasions read more

See all

The food here was amazing. You must order their biscuits. I think they're the best I've had. We had great service and the place is a great spot to dine in with large groups. Highly recommended trying this place! read more

Qi Austin - Biscuits - Dim Sum Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

Qi has such a cool ambiance and atmosphere! Definitely go there for the vibes of the place more than anything. Our server was nice and handled our party of ten well. I would say the actual food is pretty mediocre and you're better off finding a local run restaurant that's more affordable instead. I got the spicy chicken and while it was good...there was nothing remarkable about it. It was my birthday and they brought out a little cat shaped passion fruit ice cream dessert so I did appreciate that. Again a great experience, but you can find more affordable options with better food elsewhere. read more

See all