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I have been here at least 10 times, and have never been disappointed. The ambiance is very fun and colorful, with unique decorations that give it a fun and fancy mood. I would never leave a five star review only off of ambiance... The food here is absolutely AMAZING! Best soup dumplings in the US, period. I hate to think people will assume I am overselling, but the truffle fried rice is also a 10/10; it's cooked perfectly every time. The vast majority of the dishes are delicious and surprising; from Har Gow, to Beef chow fun, and sea cucumber dumplings. All this to say, Qi is in my top 3 Asian restaurants in Austin. And I have been to MANY. The only thing I don't absolutely love is the service, all of the waiters are friendly though. The last time I was there, they brought out a fun dessert tasting plate for a birthday, which was definitely an unexpected highlight!
An elevated Chinese food spot. I was craving soup dumplings one evening so we stopped here for dinner one night with our pup to sit on the patio. The soup dumplings ($14) are REALLY delicious. The Beef Chow Fun ($26) is also really great and comes in a huge portion. The interior looks absolutely luxurious. Staff are very friendly :)
Went to Qi for dim sum brunch and overall had a really enjoyable experience. Qi is know for combining western and traditional Chinese cuisine by using local organic farming. Did not have a reservation on this occasion, but they always make me feel welcome and manage to fit us in. Sat on the outdoor covered patio that was cool and shaded. The atmosphere is modern and lively, making it a great spot for a weekend brunch. Started the meal with cocktails including Lycheetini with Deep Eddy Vodka, Giffard Lichi-li. lemon, cranberry, I cut the cranberry. Also had a Fresa Paloma with Socorro Reposado Tequila, Contratto, strawberry, lime, grapefruit, five-spice that was very sweet and garnished with a flower. You are given a card where you can mark your dim sum selections. I ordered the Shrimp Pancake, Snow Crab Ball and Chinese Sausage Sticky Rice. The standout was the shrimp pancake that had a really great texture and flavor. The snow crab ball had a strange texture with shrimp surrounding the snow crab claw. The Chinese Sticky Rice is always a favorite. Also ordered the Truffle Egg Fried rice and Birds Nest with Seasonal Vegetable. The Truffle rice is so flavorful like a flavor explosion in your mouth. The Birds Nest is made with fried potato shreds which contain the a variety of vegetables including cauliflower, peppers, mushrooms and asparagus. The nest is also edible and has a crunchy texture. The presentation of the food is amazing and everything came out hot and fresh. The flavors were on point, and you can tell there's attention to detail in the preparation. Service was attentive outdoors and the pacing of dishes felt just right for a relaxed brunch. This restaurant is truly a gem whether you come for brunch or dinner service. Will definitely be back.
A large group of us came for dinner - the ambience is super fun, modern, and vibey! Service was prompt, friendly, and accurate. As for the food - everyone loved their dishes! The flavors were spot on and delicious. The only challenge we had was that they would not allow split checks or at least partially split checks - so we spend a huge amount of time figuring out what everyone owed. I wouldn't do a large group here in the future, but I'd definitely come back for a date or small group.
So glad we went here! We stopped by for drinks and appetizers on a Friday evening, and they seated us on the patio right away. Even though it's July, the patio felt nice with the shade and fans. We ordered the beef bao buns, soup dumplings, and pork belly. Both the drinks and the food were delicious. We would definitely come back!
I dunno whatsamatter with me but I apparently have failed to review Qi (pronounced Chee) before now. Perhaps because we are always visiting in transit through Austin. We've dined here for lunch I think five times now. And we will NEVER visit Austin w/o a stop here. LOL. Our server on our first visit was Danny and he again attended to us this visit this week. He is absolutely wonderful. He is managing this store now. This is one of the most enjoyably attractive restaurants ever as you can see from all the pics here on Yelp. Qi's dumplings are on the upper levels of heaven side of divine. Try the shrimp har gow dumplings. The egg drop and hot and sour soups are exceptional. We love the salt and pepper shrimp but this week we splurged for the Honey Akaushi Beef at lunch. Oh my word. Fork-apart tender cubes of savory beef with grilled onions in a honey, black pepper sauce to die for. It will be a challenge to considerer ever looking at the menu again as long as the kitchen is doing this dish. Qi has the most wonderful chopsticks. They're beautiful and so enjoyable to use. I bought two pairs our first visit and I take them to use at Chinese and Japanese restaurants here at home! LOL. Free garage parking in the same building. What is not to love about this restaurant?
First time at this location after trying the sister location a few weeks before. We enjoyed both! Drinks were really refreshing on a warm summers evening. Service was also great at both locations and the setting is very relaxing. Will be back to try more options very soon!
Came here with a group of coworkers and we sat in a private room upstairs. The ambiance of the whole place is very upscale, and late on a Monday night it was relatively busy. The food was good, could use a little more flavor. The presentation and service were outstanding, and the drinks and cocktail selection was fantastic. Overall, Id say, great place for a corporate function when you are not footing the bill and can try a lot of things on the menu, to find what you like most. My favorites were the duck and flat noodles. Oddly, the restaurant does not have an espresso machine, which was a bummer for some of our coworkers who wanted a little boost after a long day and a filling meal.
Came back during the day to try brunch on a Saturday! There was plenty of seating so it was very easy to walk in. My favorites were the beef chow fun, soup dumplings and chicken feet. Everything came out quickly and fresh, it's just a little pricey for what you get
I hosted my 30th birthday party here and I don't think it could have gone any better! Seemless booking for 14 and we were stationed in a room above the restaurant which was gorgeous! Attentive service and fast food and drinks! Everything came out hot and perfect!!!! This was my second time hosting an event here but my first time with such a big group! We were able to split the check evenly which I informed my guests of before hand! I couldn't imagine hosting anywhere else!!! This is the best restaurant in Austin !!!!
Qi Austin has serious style -- it's like dim sum went to finishing school and came back with impeccable manners and great taste. We started with the soup dim sum, which was soothing and refined, like a comforting whisper of flavor. Then came the Crispy Sea Cucumber Har Kaw, and wow. Easily the star of the show -- crispy on the outside, tender and shrimp-like on the inside, with a sauce so good I briefly considered licking the plate. (I didn't. But I thought about it.) The duck pancakes were also quite good -- rich, flavorful, and beautifully presented. But while everything tasted fresh and well executed, there was a certain "something" missing to push it into five-star, write-home-to-grandma territory. Maybe a touch more warmth, or just one more standout bite. Still, Qi has its act together -- refined atmosphere, attentive staff, and dishes that make you feel a little fancier than you really are. Four stars, but very solid ones. I'll be back... probably dreaming about that har kaw the whole way there. And be careful, they close from 2:00-4:00!
I wasn't as blown away by the service and menu as I hoped- but continue to hear great things so I'll be back. Can't recommend the truffle fried rice or soup dumplings enough. The chicken basil pot stickers and pork belly were good.. but a bit dry for my taste. However, the sauces they offer were all good. Martini was a jump scare in color but taste was on pointtt! Service was fine but we were out front on the patio and though our waiter was attentive while we ordered, we ended up finishing and waiting 40 minutes for someone to come by so we could grab the check. I ended up just heading inside and the maître d' was able to close us out. Tables around us were open so I'm not sure what had them held up, and it could've been a one off, but definitely not ideal at this price point.
Chinese food Din sum Small plates Reservation highly recommend Full bar Amex accepted Indoor and outdoor seating Vegetarian options They have restrooms Parking available Dogs outside only
10 months ago
Qi does Chinese food with a bit more upscale qualities and a pretty aesthetic! Loved the lantern decor and overall decorations in some of their rooms. Overall the food was good and service was great as well. I really appreciated that they packed up our food and were quick with bringing our food out. Here's everything I had! Apps: Pan Fried Akaushi Beef Bao - The baos were soft and the beef was good Chicken Taro Egg Rolls - The egg rolls were like a foot long so I was surprised but I wasn't too big of a fan Akaushi Beef Potstickers - Basically normal potstickers, the crispy ends were nice Dim Sum: Shrimp & Caviar Sui Mai - This was my FAVORITE thing on the menu, I should've ordered more! It was steamed and had so much flavor, the caviar was a nice pairing with the shrimp. Shrimp Har Gow - Always a fan of Har Gow! The shrimp they used here were big so it was fun to eat! Entree: Peking Duck - The duck came with sauce, scallions and bao. Overall the duck meat was soft but still juicy enough to enjoy, I personally like more of the skin on the side to enjoy but it was mostly still with the meat. Dessert: Ube Cheesecake - I generally like Ube and Cheesecake but I think it was too dense and the there wasn't much flavor to it. If I were to come back I may stick more to the Dim Sum on the menu as I think Qi really shines there. read more
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Thank you for the detailed review and images Masooma. We look forward…
5 months ago
Ambiance was great, the service was quick, our server Marcus was great with his suggestions on food items. Soup dumpling was amazingly good and the star of the show was honey akaushi beef. read more
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Thank you for the review and staff shoutout Ajienne.
We visited this restaurant last year and were so impressed that we just had to return during our next trip to Austin. The ambiance, the service and the food are excellent!! Must tries are the Belly pork and the Shanghai Soup Dumplings. The Truffle fried rice is a favorite dish and the Turmeric Ora Salmon and the lobster special were amazing! They have a great cocktail and wine list. You must have a reservation! Qi is definitely one of the best asian food restaurants i've been to. read more
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Modern Asian cuisine with some hits and misses! Ambiance & Service: The interior is beautifully decorated and very modern. Our main server was very friendly, but we had another one that was a bit sassy in a way that we didn't appreciate. Food: - Vegetable Buns: Perfectly soft and pillowy bun with a flavorful veggie mix inside! - Singapore Noodles: Savory noodles with a nice curry taste! Must order! - Truffle Egg Fried Rice: Decent, but could have used some more truffle flavor. - Salt and Pepper Tofu: A bit bland and lacking in flavor. Would skip! - Yule Log: Beautiful dessert and perfect to share if you like chocolate! TL;DR: Gorgeous restaurant! Recommend the Singapore Noodles but skip the Salt and Pepper Tofu! read more
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Thank you for the review, recommendations, and images Karisa.
Elevated Chinese food. It was a little odd at first as someone who grew up eating a ton of Chinese food. The taste of everything was great, just different than I am used to. We got the egg drop soup, truffle egg fried rice (my favorite thing) and fried dumplings. The fried dumplings were a little too hard for my liking and weren't worth the price. Everything else was delicious. Great service. read more
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Thank you Kylie. Love the images.
1 year ago
Got to try their spinach dumpling, noodle and a dessert. Out of all, the dessert was my top favorite! We ordered a green tea cremoso that came on a plate with beautiful presentation. All their mugs, serving plates and saucers were so colorful that makes the dish more appetizing haha. Service was excellent from the beginning as the waiter kept checking on us every now and then. Ambience is cozy with beautiful decor; colored umbrellas hanging above every table and the bar was well lit and spacious. I highly recommend this place for desserts and dumplings. Will visit again! read more
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2 months ago
We went in for a quick brunch and sat at the bar. The bartender was great and gave some good suggestions! The cucumber salad they had off menu was nice and refreshing and the dumplings were all wonderful. read more
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We swung by Qi for brunch for a small birthday celebration. The ambiance inside is beautiful and really gives it very palace like vibes. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and gave great suggestions for a potential entree. We chose the Honey Akaushi Beef per her advice and waited patiently on that while our dim sum orders came out. The soup dumpling had a good bite to the shell with ample amount of broth-- none of the dumplings ripped on the bottom as we picked them up with our chopsticks to eat. There are little round cups for each seat to capture the broth in the dumpling as we ate. The steamed bbq pork was not char siu but still really good. Somehow the pan fried beef bao had a slightly chewier bun. The crispy pork belly almost didn't feel like pork belly-- it was surprisingly not that fatty or oily when I pressed my chopstick against it. The pork was tender while the skin was extremely crispy. Finally, the Honey Akaushi Beef-- it was really tender and had an amazing presentation with the sizzling hot plate. The flavor was definitely highlighted by the honey and its seasoning. It didn't taste too different from other cuts of beef that I had before. Loved the ambiance, definitely on the pricy side but for a first time experience, I enjoyed their soup dumplings more than anywhere else I've gone (Wu Chow and Steamies) (Ps thank you for the complementary birthday cake! You truly went up and beyond for us which made this experience so much more memorable) read more
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This is the best dim sum I've ever had in America! Granted- it's not the traditional dim sum experience with steamy hot carts going around, but everything was prepared carefully, meticulously, and served just perfectly! The restaurant decor is very traditional however it gives a very fancy vibe. Love it. read more
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Qi Austin is a gem in the downtown food scene. Every dish is plated beautifully and tastes even better--fresh, balanced flavors with that perfect mix of modern and traditional. The cocktails are just as impressive, and the staff makes the whole experience seamless. From the ambiance to the service to the food, Qi hits every mark. Easily one of my favorite spots in Austin for Asian food! read more
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Thank you David. We appreciate the review and images.
1 year ago
We had an exceptional meal at Qi while celebrating our friend's birthday. The food is on the pricier side, but if you're looking to impress a date or celebrate a special occasion with elevated, modern Chinese food and stellar Asian fusion drinks, Qi is the place. We really liked the moodier ambiance of the restaurant. Service was excellent. Our servers were attentive and boxed everything up for us at the end of our meal. We ordered a ton of food for our group. Each dish is presented beautifully and the portions were great for sharing. Soup dumplings - a must order. The wrapper is not too thick or thin, and there is the perfect amount of broth in each dumpling. Zha jiang noodle - we enjoyed this dish. It's not spicy and there is a lot of minced meat and sauce to balance the noodles. Shrimp har gow - the shrimp was plump and the wrapper was the right thickness. Roasted duck pancakes - I personally prefer the traditional way of eating Peking duck in a wrapper and with slices of duck meat, but this was a tasty bite and a modern spin on a classic dish. Salt and pepper shrimp - This is a popular item on their menu. I personally think it could use a little more seasoning and the batter is a bit too thick. Honey akaushi beef - The beef was very tender. It's a bit too sweet for my taste, but in all fairness, it is a honey based sauce. Akaushi beef with bell pepper - similar to the above dish, but savory. Singapore-style noodles - great texture in the noodles with a subtle hint of curry. Very well balanced dish. Truffle egg fried rice - the truffle flavor is prominent in this dish. Combination fried rice - solid. You can't really go wrong with fried rice. Seafood crispy noodle - we really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was light, and there is a great amount of decadent seafood like lobster and scallops. Other things we ordered included the sesame chicken, crab meat egg drop corn soup, pickle plate. It's also great that they have vegetarian options. Our vegan friends enjoyed the vegetable dumplings, mapo tofu, and greens. I really appreciate that their parking is free. Downtown parking is always a nightmare, so it was easy to park in the garage and take the elevator down to the restaurant. read more
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Thank you for the detailed review. Love the images.
8 months ago
This place is decent. Food was okay - the truffle rice was light, the sesame chicken tasted like sesame chicken, the pan sear basil chicken appetizers were okay. My guest's shrimp dumplings were decent. Service was attentive and decor was stunning. read more
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Immaculate vibes and beautiful interior. Food was really solid, the salt and pepper tofu was just okay, which holds this back from a full 5 stars, closer to 4.5 for me. (It's pretty expensive here so i kinda expect all dishes to be really top tier.) The dumplings were great, and really good presentation and dipping sauce. The salmon was knockout, tender, delicious, decent portion, great plating. The truffle fried rice was incredible and blew me away. It was the best thing we ordered, a flavor bomb I couldn't stop eating. They also had a good selection of fun tasty cocktails. We really liked it here and had a very good experience!! read more
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Thank you Sam. We appreciate the review and images.
Out of the dishes we got, I liked the braised ox tail the best. I thought it was well cooked and tender. My boyfriend prefers lean meat so he didn't enjoy it as much but I liked it. They recommended us the Qi dumplings and I was disappointed by them. I thought the entire dumpling was a bit mushy unlike ones I usually get. The zha jiang noodles were pretty good. We went for my boyfriends birthday and it was well decorated but the service wasn't great. No one really checked in on us and it took us a couple tries to get the attention of the workers. read more
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Thank you for your review and feedback Darian.
I LOVE QI! If you need parking, park in the top garage level of Whole Foods and walk one block over. This place is such a freaking vibe. I go here for lunch during the work week but not often enough. It's super close tables so it's not a place to have super private conversations but the food is so tasty and I love that you can have dim sum in a pinch. Everything is yummy but share some dumplings get a main and have a drink. They have a full bar. The serving sizes are plenty so you'll get the cutest bag for leftover. Our service was great. They don't call out vegan and gluten free on the menu but you can ask and be guided to some options. If you are strict in allergies, call ahead to make sure. I also have stopped by to get gift cards to give to my co-workers and I adore every single restaurant Lin has put out. They are ALL delicious. read more
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We love the detailed review and images Lea. Thank you.
What a great date night spot!! To start we got the qi soup dumplings, which were amazing. The ginger sauce that goes on top blended beautifully with the soup inside the dumpling. The waitress said that meals were served family style and were shareable. We went ahead and ordered shanghai noodles & sesame chicken to share. The portions were enough for the 2 of us. If you're going on a date dim sum & a shared entree should be filling. We absolutely loved the chicken. Seriously the best asian chicken i've had in a long time, maybe ever! It was perfectly seasoned, sauced, & crispy. Soooo good. The noodles we got were not my absolute favorite, but to be honest i did not know what shanghai noodles were. I ordered siracha on the side to put on the noodles and that made them perfect. Overall, fantastic date night spot in Austin. We went on a thursday night with a resy reservation and it wasn't too busy. If you're looking for an intimate date night experience, this is the place! read more
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Thank you Britt. We are happy to hear about your experience.
9 months ago
Do yourself a favor and get a reservation for this place. From the moment you walk in this is a dining experience. Ambience is on point, menu has lots of great options, food was amazing and the staff was superb. We had Ann for a server and she was delightful. She made great recommendations and she was accurate in what she told us. The dim sum was amazing and next time we will stick to that instead of adding entrees. The drinks were amazing, all dishes cooked to perfection and even the bathrooms were enjoyable!!! read more
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Thank you Dawn. Love the images.
10 months ago
The food was really good. I really appreciated the service. I will just say that there was some black stuff floating in my water, but that could easily been fixed. read more
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Thank you for the review Nya.
It was such a relief to find a nice restaurant for my friends birthday party that would seat 18 guests! For dinner I got the dumplings, Singapore noodles with beef and an espresso martini. The Singapore noodles with beef was exactly what I was craving as I wanted some good soft noodles with non-spicy, savory broth. Adding the beef was a great option as it was bulgogi-like with lots of beef sprinkled in the noodles. The dumplings were delicious and the espresso martini struck a perfect balance between bitter and sweet. The environment was grand, our servers were all kind and had amazing recommendations. The entire table was quiet for most of the time as we were all enjoying our food too much. read more
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Thank you Pardis. Love the images.
We had a work goodbye and decided to come here as one of our team knew the owners and managed to get us a private room upstairs! Worth it as it was all amazing - great food ; great service and great music! The cocktails weee amazing - we all began with lychee Martinis which were excellent and then I had a drink made with green tea and rose which was one of the best cocktails I have ever had! We began with dumplings- my team had the pork soup, I had the vegetarian - all really food! Then we tried a variety of dishes / the truffle fried rice was to die for as was the lobster tail and their take on Mapo Tofu was incredible / not too salty and perfectly cooked! Has such a fun time out 2 hour plans turned into 5 hours! Cannot wait to be back! Truly exceptional read more
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Thank you Sam. Love the review and images.
5 months ago
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Thank you EC. We look forward to your return.
1 year ago
This one was a difficult one. The Har Kau was the best I ever had. The soup dumplings skin was perfect but the crab and the meat was grinder too much thus missing texture. Unfortunately we ordered two dishes of different soup dumplings that came out at the same time. Not good for soup dumplings. I would have given normally 4 Stars, but what I did not like is that it appeared they took popular lower cost menu items off the menu and left only the more expensive ones. I couldn't find several menu items that were popular with yelp photos. Hate when it is all about the money. read more
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Thank you for the detailed review and image Daniel.
2 years ago
We went for my birthday! I took my parents, who are not the most devout Chinese food eaters, and my little sister who loves Chinese food: EVERYONE WAS BLOWN AWAY BY THE FOOD AND THE QUALITY. It was delicious. I will dream about the truffle fried rice for years to come. Everything was excellent quality and super flavorful. We would not have had the experience we did without our amazing waitress Ann; she described every entree perfectly! You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu, but the show stoppers were the Salt and Pepper Shrimp, and the Truffle Fried Rice. If you have not been here, schedule a reservation and come try this amazing farm to table food! FYI: My little sister gave this restaurant a 10/ My rating 9.3/10 Best Chinese (modern Chinese in some cases) food I've ever eaten. read more
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Thank you Carissa. We appreciate the review.
This place is so cute. Definitely a date night spot. They have really good and fun makes cocktails. They can also make you any cocktail you want and a great wine list. Make sure you make a reservation if you want to sit in the dining area, it is a small place but worth it. I came for dinner and did a little bit of everything and I have to say nothing disappointed. I have to say, though that my favorite was the soup dumplings. They are just amazing. Also, the scallop caviar dumplings were just phenomenal. You definitely have to get the truffle fried rice I had never tried anything like this and it was delicious. The duck was cooked perfectly and so good with the little bowel buns that it comes with. The hot and sour soup was perfect in consistency and taste. read more
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Thank you for the detailed review and images Lucy.
2 months ago
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Amazing to hear this. So glad you loved the atmosphere and got…
5 months ago
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Thank you Jackie. We look forward to your return.
We came here after watching the UT game at another establishment. It was my first time, and I must say it was a great first impression. We were able to get seated rather quickly, despite it being a tad busy. Love the decor of the restaurant and the low lighting. I felt this added flair to the establishment. We had a light fare of the Akaushi Beef with the Truffle egg fried rice. The Akaushi Beef was delicious and I appreciated how it came to us on a hot plate, still simmering. The truffle egg fried rice complemented the main dish very well. Tasty and filling. We opted to add dessert to end our dining experience and were thrilled to see the menu had Ube Cheesecake. It was delectable to the palate and a great dish to end our dining experience. We had the pleasure of speaking with Sonny as we left. He thanked my friend or bringing me to Qi and asked how things went. I said I would be back for Dim Sum this time. Highly recommend Qi. Excellent food, ambiance and service read more
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Thank you Victor. Thank you for the recommendations and images.
2 months ago
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Love hearing this. Great food, a fun atmosphere, and solid service is…
5 months ago
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friendly, fast service , with beautiful interior. when visiting austing or live here! U must check them out! Everything is made fresh! I had about everything on the menu Top favs Scallop shumai 4.5/5 Fry basil chicken dumplin 5/5 Soup dumplin- 3.9/5 Hot sour soup-4.8/5 I also had the truffle egg fried rice! 5/5! Combination fried rice -5/5 Salt & paper losbter 5/5 And Awesome cocktails!! Would i return absolutely! Definitely check them out! read more
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Thank you for the detailed review scores Kelly.
1 year ago
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There is an outside patio as soon as you walk up with several tables and umbrellas. The doors are architecturally beautiful and lead into a nicely laid out and decorated restaurant. However, we were "VIP" and sat upstairs for my partner's birthday. It was simple, yet impressive, with a massive wooden table, seating for 12+. We were conveniently placed in the mid opposite of each other. Service - The manager was funny and engaging. The hostess was polite and friendly. Unfortunately, our waiter seemed upset to be there. As if he had better plans but his parents told him he had to work instead. He was part of the reason for the 4. Drinks - Many flavorful and some unique variations, but the lack of whiskey/Bourbon cocktails was the other reason for the 4. However, they did have 2 of the better-known Asian beers - Lucky Buddha & Sapporo. Food - Everyone was very pleased with their food, from the appetizer of eggrolls to the Zha Jiang Noodle, Szechuan Alligator, duck, and tofu. Of the dishes, the top faves were noodles and duck. We did not order dessert, but for my partner's birthday, she was given the most detailed, artistic looking cat sorbet. Tasty also. Logistics - Pay to Park like a Rockstar in the very front without the cost of valet or free parking at Whole Foods, which is right there. Overall, we would definitely return. read more
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Thank you for the detailed review and images Phoebe. We look forward…
Decided to try a new place for Lunar New Year and ended up here. It was smaller than I expected, but the decor was cute and the place was packed. Large menu with lots of delicious looking options. We started with steamed chicken dumplings - clearly freshly made and amazing. My favorite dish of the night was the salt and pepper shrimp. It came with a slaw mixed with peppers that was spicy and oh so good. The halibut was cooked perfect but could have used some more spice and flavor to me. We also got veggie rice and veggie noodles on the side. Decent but crazy expensive markup for just veggies and rice/noodles. Overall the food was good and I would definitely go back with a larger group to try more dim sum! read more
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Thank you Karen. We look forward to your return.
5 months ago
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We've came here several time's over the last 5 years from anniversaries, birthdays and dates. We still keep this place in our hearts and soul! The scenery reminds me of my trip to Beijing, so you know ambience is amazing. The food is to die for, from appetizers, main course and deserts. Sadly we haven't had the time to take pictures of the food because it's just that good. No matter what you select of the menu, you won't regret it. The servers are always kind and very knowledgeable when you ask about what's in the food. Come around 6pm-closing for a darker more pleasant experience. Book your reservations quick! read more
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Thank you for your multiple visits Jose. We appreciate it and love…
Good food and service! I also loved that there's free parking in the garage attached to the building. The food itself is definitely overpriced for the quality, but the ambiance, decor, and location definitely make up for it. I probably wouldn't come back because there are way better spots in Austin for dim sum and Chinese food, but if you're downtown, you should come eat at this restaurant at least once to see for yourself. read more
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Thank you, Jen. We hope for your return or visits to our other…
I have been here a few times, mostly on special occasions my son's birthday and they love it. We have never had a bad meal here service is amazing. Food quality is very good beautiful seating and decor on the inside. They can handle a large group as well as just a dinner date have a great bar and eclectic mixed drinks. You'll probably have to do street parking although there is a parking garage down a couple blocks, but definitely worth it. read more
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Thank you Jason. We appreciate the review.
1 year ago
The food is delicious! I had the combination noodles and pork belly. It did not disappoint. The ambience is perfect for date night. read more
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Thank you Jason. Love the food image.
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835 West 6th St
Unit 114
Austin, TX 78703
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Hi there I need to make a reservation for tomorrow night for 2 around 6:30 to 7 pm,?
go to the Qi restaurant website and you can make reservations online
Do you need to make a reservation ahead of time?
No, but I would recommend it especially for weekends and Sunday brunch/full dim sum.
Is the restaurant good for large parties?
Yes! They have some pretty large tables. I would definitely call ahead of time and make a large party reservation because they won't do more than 6 people on OpenTable. Great for family style.
Are there vegan options?
yes, absolutely there are vegan options. look at their menu online.
Where to park?
Parking garage directly behind restaurant, elevator takes you downstairs to building lobby where there is entrance to QI. Free parking.
What is the difference when making reservations between Dim Sum and regular dining room?
Hello Alicia, The Dim Sum label is the Dim Sum Bar or Kitchen Bar or Kitchen View.
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