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    Shanghai Restaurant

    3.5 (737 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Lauren S.

    Prompt service with a smile, great recommendations from the menu. Everything was served promptly, hot, fresh, and flavorful. Easy seating with lazy-susan style sharing so everyone gets bites of everything! Smacked some hands trying to take pictures LOL. Still only got 6/12 pictures. Dumplings, yes, all day LOL! So much more to come back and explore. Thank you for the excellent family dinner!

    Shrimp & Eggplant, Shrimp & Rice Noodle Rolls, Chinese Broccoli, Spicy Wonton, Sticky Rice with Chinese Sausage
    Alison C.

    I love me sum dimsum and if you do too, you should check out Shanghai Restaurant! No wait at all on a Sunday afternoon and parking is super chill. Ambiance and decor is lackluster. Expect a self serve experience with the option to dine in. After being seated and given some water, you're pretty much on your own with ordering and paying via phone. Not a bad sitch if you prefer less social interaction, but can be annoying for some. The upside of this is that food came out FAST. We ordered the pork shumai, shrimp rice roll, spicy wontons, sticky rice, shrimp stuffed eggplant, and steamed Chinese broccoli. With tip, this came out to under $70 for two very full individuals. Everything tasted great and hit the spot! I wish they had my favorite dimsum dish (fried taro ball with minced meat) but the variety of items on the menu was pretty good. Will definitely be returning for more, maybe to try out their Peking Duck. Oh and don't forget to grab fortune cookies on your way out!

    Leek fried dumplings
    Scarlett T.

    I recently taken my mom out for some Dimsum for lunch and ordered the following: * pan fried leek dumplings - 1/5 usually I really enjoy this dish from Shanghai but for some reason the dumplings taste way off like the shrimp had spoiled or something. It was not good. Not sure if I will order this again. I never had this experience before with this dish. It's usually leek forward and yummy. It was strange because the shrimp balls did not taste spoiled shrimp. Just this one. *Chinese Cucumber Salad 拌黄瓜- 5/5 super crispy and the flavor is refreshing. It's still crispy and not soggy the next day too! The only con is for some reason this time they made the cucumber salad super oily with the chili oil. * Pork Rib w. Black Bean Sauce- $6.95 豉汁蒸排骨- 1/5 this is usually my go to dish but this pork was smelly and it seems like the the alcohol used didn't burn off or there was a really weird after taste. It was super porky which usually is not like this. Very mild on the fermented black beans flavor. Taro was flavorless and off as well. * Chicken Feet w. Black Bean Sauce-豉汁蒸鳳爪- 5/5 delicious * Fried Shrimp Ball (3)-彩絲- 4/5 tasty but a it came out a bit oily * Shrimp Stuffed Eggplant (3)- 煎釀茄子- 5/5 so good and it was perfect! We loved this dish! It's interesting because last time we were here rhis dish wasn't great but this time is was 5/5! * Beijing (Peking) Slice Skin Duck (Half)北京片皮鸭(半只- 3/5 crispy skin but the duck didn't have any seasoning on it like traditional Peking duck. * Beef Chow Fun 干炒牛河 1/5: the meat was super salty and I do not recommend this dish. The noodles were overly cooked and bland while the meat is overly seasoned. * Pork Shumai (4)-蟹黃燒賣- 5/5 Do I recommend this place? Idk if it was their off day but i would return. We went in a Friday for late lunch around 3pm and we were the only ones there. The restaurant was not full and pretty empty but it's probably because of the time we came. Overall experience most dishes were great but it seems as though their food is inconsistent depending on the cook.

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    Phuong C.

    My dim sum cravings and tastebuds were pleasantly satisfied on this Sunday afternoon. The crispy fried noodles shrimp balls were my absolute favorite. These were tender bouncy balls made out of shrimp covered in thick noodles and fried to perfection. The soft, slightly chewy chow fun/ flat noodles with shrimp and bbq pork, were both mouthwatering and gently pleasing my tastebuds. Their steamed dumplings har kao and shumai were definitely better than anywhere else consumed. The orange chicken was classic, sweet & slightly tangy, crispy fried chicken in a well seasoned sweet orange saucy coating, was well-enjoyed. The stuffed eggplant was different, beautifully made. I was eying the good looking spicy wontons,and soup dumplings, but flavorwise these were the least favorite of that visit. Although they have an open kitchen that shows how dumplings were hand made, and plenty of dim sum options were a la carte. I was actually hoping to see rolling carts that serves you table side and you can pick from the cart. But maybe 2 pm. was not prime hour, and a la carte was a better way to serve their customers freshly made. I'm much pleased with the food received. And I am hoping to come back one day to try all other dishes.

    Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce
    Eric H.

    Shanghai Restaurant is located in a strip mall at Huntland Drive and Middle Fiskville Road. It's essentially on I-35 South, north of 290 and south of 183. It shares a parking lot with Galaxy Theaters and some other businesses. If you've never been here before, you'll be seated by a friendly staff member, handed some menus, and then you'll be told that you order by the QR code shown on a sign by the table. Currently, the restaurant uses Toast. The catch here is that once you've ordered, you'll pay immediately, including the 15% service fee, in order to get your food. Once that happens though, food comes out hot and fast: we sat down, looked through the menu, decided to order Shrimp Shumai, Shrimp and Cilantro Dumplings, Chicken Feet, Luo Buo Gao, Xiaolongbao, and BBQ Pork Cheng Fun, paid for the order, and ate all the food, and left, all within 30 minutes. The Shrimp Shumai and Shrimp and Cilantro Dumplings were both stuffed to the brim with succulent, snappy, clean shrimp--no mush, filler, or paste, and no shrimp poop. Seasoning was on point; and the dumpling had a great cilantro aroma inside along with the shrimp. The Chicken Feet were savory, with a slight warmth from the peppers. The texture was soft and with slightly gelatinous fall apart texture, and it was extremely easy to eat and separate the tendon and flesh from the bones. The Radish Cakes were also quite good in terms of flavor. These ones had larger chunks of radish within, they were savory, and they did not require any extra sauce (nor was any sauce provided). They were not mushy from excessive rice flour. Very munchable and easy to scarf down. I would advise against the Soup Dumplings here. First, the soup within with very thin, not rich. Second, they come steamed in these metallic foil tins. No soups are provided, so they are difficult to eat. I ended up using the tin as a spoon, but they deform in shape; you are liable to spill soup no matter how hard you try. Much better soup dumplings can be found elsewhere. Special Noodle is an example which comes to mind. Finally, the BBQ Pork Cheung Fun (Rice Noodle Roll) was pretty atrocious. The roll stacked on top (with less sauce) had an unpleasant tasting metallic herbal taste. It was unclear where this was from the pork or the rice noodles. The BBQ pork itself was quite bland. Only when consuming the rolls on the lower portion (the ones swimming in sauce) did the taste become more acceptable. Of course at that point you are just tasting the sauce, which hides the unpleasant underlying flavor. Overall, Shanghai Restaurant has some pretty good dishes, e.g. shrimp based, but there are certain ones on their menu that can be improved significantly. Expect to prepay for your meal. In essence, this is like a food court or hawker stall, except it's just a single restaurant with AC and plenty of seating. Don't expect much interaction with staff.

    Michelle S.

    A pretty solid dim sum restaurant. I liked the variety and price wise, it was pretty decent. My personal favorites that I always get are the Black Bean Ribs, Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings), Shu Mai, and Shrimp Rice Noodle Rolls. This place also does a really good Salt & Pepper Tofu. They managed to keep the inside soft, but the outside has a nice crisp. Will keep this in mind whenever we're back in town.

    Improved atmosphere. Great vibes!

    Shanghai Chinese Restaurant has been a favorite of mine for years. When I lived nearby, it was my go-to spot and it was always good. Recently, I went back with my parents, and I'm happy to say it's better than ever. We ordered the sesame chicken along with some dim sum, and everything was incredible. The chicken was clearly real, fresh, high-quality chicken--crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The dim sum was just as impressive, and now I'm genuinely torn every time I go between ordering dim sum or that sesame chicken because both are that good. They've also added some new menu items that are absolutely worth trying. After trying the pineapple bbq puff, I went back the next day hoping to have it again, but it was sold out--which honestly just tells you how popular and good it must be. The atmosphere has noticeably improved recently too; it feels warmer, more welcoming, and just an even better place to be. Even though I live farther away now, this is still my go-to takeout spot. I'll happily make the drive. I visited with my parents after seeing an email about Mr. He's 10-year anniversary--what an incredible milestone. The work he does truly shows in the food, the consistency, and the care put into the restaurant. I hope more people get the chance to experience how special this place is. Shanghai Chinese Restaurant continues to set the bar high, and I can't recommend it enough.

    What we ordered.
    Lyla A.

    I was hoping the Yelp reviews were because people don't appreciate authentic dim sum. I have had my fair share and this was not a place I would return to. Nothing was exceptional enough to have more than one piece but the pork ribs and the beef ribs were just plain bad. All bone and on the pork it was all chewy fat. No meat. On the beef it was just not tasty and it was chewy. I am quite disappointed. Attached is a photo of what we ordered to go. We ate 2 mins away so that didn't affect the integrity of the food. Yelp 2 stars = I've had better. I can't give this meal more stars.

    Vivian L.

    Scan QR code to order and pay thru your phone. Food is usually pretty fast and piping hot. Food is not highest quality but will satisfy your dim sum cravings. Great for family style sharing so you can get a little of everything.

    Shradha A.

    My husband is a big fan of dim sum and I had to plan to get some for him this weekend for his birthday. Shanghai serves dim sum all day -- at least on a Saturday. The restaurant is quite large and spacious. As others have said - service is non existent and they automatically charge 15% service. You order via the QR code and someone brings the food out. Apart from that, there is no human interaction. I was surprised that they did have a handful of vegetarian items on the menu. But we mainly went for the shumai and har gow.

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    Ed S.

    Was a bit concerned that I was the only one here at 5:45. Granted a second party came in shortly after but empty on a Thursday night. A bit sterile - from the plastic tablecloths to the ordering. Ordered shrimp dim sum. It was good but not quite great. Then on to the soup dumplings. Disappointing. I've had them a few places in Dallas and New Jersey so I do know how good they can be...these fell short. Bathroom with hole in ceiling not great. Looks like the place needs some TLC

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    Food is good but pretty pricy. Service was just okay. I got the rice noodle rolls and they were really good.

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    Best Asian food I've had since I got here six months ago. I can't wait to go back and bring my family with me.

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    We went for dimsum and the food was delicious. There wasn't the best service and the food was overpriced, but at least it was delicious.

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    Went here for the first time! The food was great, but the service was amazing! Will definitely be coming back

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    Delicious dim sum in Austin? Who knew. Menu isn't quite as large as I am used to but very tasty

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    Fabulous Dim Sum !! Service was also excellent as was the ambiance. Server was attentive and efficient

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    Have expectations returned to pre Covid dim sum service, taste, etc?

    food is better than before covid. However, all ordering is done at the table using phone so no carts. That may be why food tastes so freshly prepared when it arrives.

    Will you be open on July 4th?

    Yes.

    Are you back serving dim sum on carts?

    They never left.

    Do they have dim sum during the weekdays?

    Call and ask.

    Do they serve dim sum on carts? If so, on what days and times do they do the carts?

    Currently they are not doing rolling carts but dim sum is still available.

    Do they serve dim sum all day?

    Yes

    These guys are listed on Seamless but don't honor the orders. It's weird you get a confirmation and everything. Anyone know which apps work?

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    Qi Austin

    Qi Austin

    4.4
    (894 reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Went to Qi for dim sum brunch and overall had a really enjoyable experience. Qi is know for…read morecombining 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.

    I wasn't as blown away by the service and menu as I hoped- but continue to hear great things so…read moreI'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.

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    Lin Asian Bar And Dim Sum

    4.2
    (1.3k reviews)
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    Family-owned & operated

    This is definitely one of my favorite places in Austin for Asian food and soup dumplings…read more Definitely need to make a reservation because this place is small and always packed. When you arrive, everybody is so nice you give them your name and they get you seated right away. I ordered a drink called a signature tingling Daisy and it was so good. I definitely could've had so many but I was driving so you gotta pace yourself. We started off with the soup dumplings, which are just phenomenal. It's a must when you go. Also, for appetizers, we got the spicy cucumbers which were divine and a hot and sour soup, which was perfectly balanced and not watery. We also got a beef fried rice and let me tell you that rice is so soft and delicious. You literally dream about it the next day. I also got the pecking duck which is delicious there the skin is nice and crispy and the meat on it taste so good. We also got the Kung pow shrimp with cashews, which was delicious and the pieces of shrimp were gigantic. We also got the green beans which is were delicious. I love ordering green beans when they're cooked just like the ones I posted in the photo. Then for dessert, we got the chocolate mousse which is that little dog cake. I know it's so cute and they made it a little hard to eat because you feel bad in a weird sense. It was delicious now I will say when cutting it and realizing the inside had a raspberry filling, made it a little more crazy cause it looked like blood, but it was still so good. This place is definitely an awesome staple and a must visit when you're in town or just always go and have food there whether it's date night or friends catching up or anything in general even on your own.

    I made a reservation for two on Resy and discovered when we got there that it was for the bar for…read moresome reason. This could have been my mistake but I don't remember any choice in the matter. The greeter wasn't very friendly and borderline surly when I asked for more details about how to not book the bar in the future. Didn't get any explanation but fortunately, we won't have to worry about that... The food was just awful. We ordered 3-4 types of dimsum (onion pancake, soup dumplings, chu shou, fried shu mae) and three entries (orange beef, eggplant and their take on ma pao tofu) for the best tasting experience. The curry sauce for the onion pancake was probably the most flavorful dish of the night sadly. The onion pancake was way way over fried-- hard as a rock. If that's their take on onion pancake... well, it's just wrong. The soup dumplings were passable but a bit doughie and the filling was full of a lot of noticeable coagulated fat -- not clear and broth-y, with light surface droplets of oil as all delicious broths. My wife enjoyed the chu shou -- I found the filling much too overcooked and tough -- difficult to eat with chop sticks. Like a tough, overcooked meatball. The fried shu Mae were just plain inedible. My wife and I each ate one and left the rest. The included sauce was basic and too heavy. And again, over fried. There was a huge delay between our apps and our mains, like 40 minutes or so. Various bar staff apologized. It wasn't a big deal, we were in a good conversation and they were super busy but our mains were not at all worth waiting for. Small portions. WAY over sauced. WAY too salty. WAY too sweet. No distinct flavors at all. The ma pao didn't seem to have any Szechuan pepper at all. How do you miss that ? The plating of the eggplant dish was really creative but I don't eat with my eyes and it came with no instruction -- my first bite was just flavorless steamed eggplant cube -- second was mixed with one note sauce. One of the better mains IMO but it was still gloopy and pretty gross. Wife did not enjoy it. The orange beef was essentially just six or seven cubes of tough, fatty beef covered in over-the-top bitter orange peel. We each had a cube and left the rest. Honestly, give me Panda Express any day over this abject failure of a restaurant. Austin needs more Chinese but if it's anything like this place, forget it. I'd rather spend a 4h round trip to Houston and go to even a mediocre Chinese restaurant than endure another meal at this place. What a waste of $165. Edit: I wish I was making this up but I literally had to pull over to throw up on the side of the road on the way home. The food did not sit well with me. I have no underlying health conditions, am not on any medicine that would have this as a side effect and only shared one beer with my wife. It was just a very, very, disappointing and gross meal.

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    New Fortune 2

    New Fortune 2

    4.2
    (198 reviews)
    11.3 mi
    $$

    Great service Ambiance is nice…read moreFood is amazing. Try the sticky rice in lotus leaf and the baby bok choy + mushroom. And the egg custard buns.

    Our Canto family came in for weekend dinner and it was surprisingly not packed. There's plenty of…read moreparking in the back. The vibe is modern: very bright, well lit, with the lion statues in the front, tea pots on the walls and clean spaces. The nice thing is you can order dim sum even when the push carts aren't going, which I personally think is better since it's fresh. My wife felt like she had a ratatouille type moment when she bit into the sesame balls and the deep fried mince turnover. I personally thought while the dim sum had a good fry, it was about average on the flavor and texture, but like I said, some others in our group thought it was excellent. On the other hand, the main entrees, I thought were stellar. The Sichuan green beans (despite this not being a Sichuan shop) were the best rendition of the dish of anywhere I've had in town - very good fry on the green beans with smoky wok hei, well seasoned with the pickled veg too. When your five year old opts to eat just this and rice, you know you got something special on your hand. The seafood fried noodle is also very good - tender squid, shrimp and veggies in the crunchy noodle nest is a great contrast in texture, as well as a lesson in simplicity. The peking pork ribs are also incredible - saucy, not overly sweet sauce clings to the riblets and gives you something incredible to gnaw on. I prefer it in pork chop form, but this is stellar as I think I've only had this one other place that was even remotely close. All in all, great place for Canto food in a town that doesn't have enough of it.

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    Wu Chow

    Wu Chow

    3.9
    (1.2k reviews)
    4.9 mi
    $$

    What's. It to love? Amazing food. Outstanding playlist (think 90s hip hop but not played at an…read moreinsane decibel level!), amazing service, and tasty cocktails. Wu Chow hits the spot on manny levels. The patio is inviting and the interior is decorated nicely as well. The food reminds me of home cooking meets a new hotspot in atx! The staff does a great job of checking in on tables and making great recommendations for coursing plates for a group (including portions bc in Texas you never know!). I really liked their dumpling and the rest of the meal was tasty as well.

    I sure didn't enjoy my last visit here. We arrived there at 5:30 with a reservation for a group of…read more11. We let them know we all had tickets to the opera at 7:30 so it was our goal to be wrapping up by 6:45. By 6:35, my plate was still bare. By the time my food arrived, I had to just shovel it in and go to the opera with indigestion. My friend sitting beside me fared even worse. His food didn't arrive until we were all paying our bills and getting ready to depart so he just had to get his to go. There were nice aspects of the meal too. My food was hot and tasty, my Welcome To The Jungle drink was epic, and our server was pretty attentive. However, the timing of food coming out just made the experience a catastrophe for my friend and me and I hope to not return.

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    Crispy Sesame Beef
    Crispy Sesame Beef
    Special Fried Rice - lots of meat, but lacking flavor

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    1618 Asian Fusion

    1618 Asian Fusion

    4.7
    (4.1k reviews)
    6.0 mi
    $$

    If you're looking for one of the best Asian dining experiences in Austin, put 1618 Asian Fusion at…read morethe top of your list. I came here on a word-of-mouth recommendation, and I was intrigued before I even sat down. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by a beautifully designed waiting area showcasing the restaurant's many awards and accolades. It immediately sets the tone that you're in for something special. We came with one goal: try as many things as possible. Saturdays are perfect for that because they offer dim sum. We started with the Pho Xiao Long Bao (Wagyu beef soup dumplings) and the Korean pancakes. The soup dumplings completely stole the show. Perfectly cooked, delicate wrappers, rich and flavorful broth, and with just a touch of chili oil...absolute perfection. I've had soup dumplings in many places, and these are hands down the best I've ever had. I say that with my whole chest. The Korean pancakes were also outstanding. Crispy on the outside, tender inside, with that perfect balance of savory and just a hint of sweetness. Every bite had great texture and flavor. For our entrées, my husband ordered the Banana Salmon. It was spectacular. It's one of those dishes that makes you question whether you've ever really had good curry before. The spice wasn't about heat, it was about depth, warmth, and layers of beautifully balanced flavor. I ordered the Crab&Shrimp Tom Yum Coconut Fried Rice, and this dish deserves its own paragraph. The presentation alone is stunning. The fried rice is served inside a fresh coconut, surrounded by banana leaves and topped with a beautiful orchid. But thankfully, it tastes every bit as incredible as it looks. The coconut adds a delicate sweetness without overpowering the dish. The crab was plentiful, sweet, and incredibly fresh, while the shrimp were perfectly cooked, not a second overdone. Dishes like this require impeccable timing because every ingredient cooks differently, and somehow every single component was flawless. It was one of the best fried rice dishes I've ever eaten. The service was equally impressive. Everyone was warm, attentive, and happy to offer recommendations based on their most popular dishes. They even told us about their live music nights, which immediately gave us another reason to come back. The table next to us was having Pho and needed with the mango sticky rice and I am coming back for that. Overall, 1618 Asian Fusion delivered on every level, beautiful atmosphere, exceptional food, and genuinely welcoming service. It's one of those restaurants that leaves you planning your next visit before you've even paid the bill. Highly recommend!

    Their lychee martini is to die for. I'm not a big fan of lychee as fruit but combined with…read moremartini, it turns into something else, so gooood!!! The lunch was delicious and the interior is modern and cool. They have some live concerts on some of the evenings and that's when I want to come next time.

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    Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice
    Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice
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    Cheesecake flambé
    Pho Rib - Vietnamese beef broth with Filet Mignon, Grilled Ribs & a Vital Farm Egg.

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    Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at Lantana Place

    Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at Lantana Place

    4.1
    (338 reviews)
    10.9 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    We had such a wonderful experience celebrating my son's birthday at Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at…read moreLantana Place in Austin. I've heard so many great things about this restaurant, and we finally made it there over Memorial Day weekend. It absolutely lived up to the hype. This place is truly impressive. You can tell every detail was thoughtfully designed and intentional, from the stunning interior design and décor to the incredibly creative menu. What I loved most was how the dishes stayed rooted in authentic Chinese flavors while adding creative, and sometimes surprising, twists. Everything we ordered was excellent. The Lobster Cheese Puff was a huge hit: crispy on the outside and packed with flavor inside. The Salmon Sashimi Mango Salad was incredibly fresh, bright, and crunchy. The sautéed pea shoots were so tender and fresh. And the Lamb Chop with Spicy Miso Sauce was absolutely unforgettable. One of the biggest surprises for me was the Veggie Fried Rice. As a native Chinese, I've had countless fried rice dishes over the years, but I've honestly never had one prepared quite like this before. It was so flavorful and unique. For dessert, the Chocolate Soup Dumpling was both creative and delicious, and the bunny-shaped sorbet was almost too cute to eat. Our waiter, Jake, was also incredibly attentive and helpful throughout the evening. He made our first experience there even more special. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for high-quality Chinese cuisine paired with a beautiful ambiance and elevated dining experience. Perfect for celebrations or a special night out in Austin!

    Cody made an already incredible dining experience even better. It honestly wouldn't have been…read morepossible without our server, Cody, who recommended everything for us and absolutely nailed every suggestion. He recommended the lychee martini and it was perfectly made, easily one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. The dumplings were absolutely unbelievable and the duck genuinely changed my life. I will be coming back specifically for that dish. The lamb was also cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. Overall, this was the best dinner I've had in months. From the food to the service, everything exceeded expectations. We will definitely be back and have already decided to book my birthday dinner here.

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    Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at Lantana Place
    Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at Lantana Place
    Ling Wu Asian Restaurant at Lantana Place

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    Chinatown North

    Chinatown North

    3.5
    (476 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Got this the other day and it was so good! Service was awesome also. I don't know the sweet lady's…read morename at the counter, but she deserves a raise. Virginia was the best Virginia that I never meet before. She has a friendly smile. You must request her when you go to Chinatown for the fantastic service from Virginia.

    3.5 My husband and I decided to meet up with some friends for lunch. They suggested Chinatown. We…read morehadn't been there in years so we thought we'd give it a try. We drove up and parked on the side. The entrance is on the side of the building. When entering the building there is a sign that says you go downstairs for Dim Sum. The bathrooms are also downstairs. We headed upstairs and were greeted by a nice hostess. We saw our friends already seated and headed over to their table. There was plenty of seating in this restaurant. It was decorated with lots of red, many wine bottles and lots of windows. It was a large room and we were the only customers there for a while. Our waitress gave us some menus and then asked us what we wanted to drink. We ordered waters and she brought them to us quickly. We were not ready to order so she gave us some time to look at the menu. I decided to try a Shanghai Egg roll to start and the Sweet and Sour Chicken plus cashews for my main dish. My husband ordered the Chef Special Beef. The waitress was good as she took care of us the entire time. Making sure we had water and checking to see if we needed refills. The Shanghai Egg roll was okay. It was crispy on the exterior and has tiny pieces of pork in it. I really couldn't taste the pork but the egg roll in general was okay. We were given two types of dipping sauces for our egg rolls. The sweet and sour sauce and the mustard. I ate the majority of my egg roll with sweet and sour as I like the sweet flavor. The mustard sauce was very strong and I couldn't eat very much of it. The sweet and sour chicken was tasty. The chicken was soft and even though it had a fried exterior it wasn't crispy at all. It had plenty of sweet and sour sauce almost too much. It looked like the cashews were a bit overcooked though. It came mixed with pineapple, white onion, and green bell peppers but I honestly didn't taste much of that stuff. I would have loved a more even amount of ingredients but it was mostly fried chicken with lots of sweet and sour sauce. My husband's chef special beef came with crunchy beef, orange peel, and a spicy brown sauce. I tried it and the flavor was really good. The combination of ingredients was flavorful. Overall it was an okay lunch. The restaurant was bright, the service was decent, and the food was okay.

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    Interior Seating
    Interior Seating
    Egg drop soup and green tea
    Egg drop soup and green tea
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    Shanghai Restaurant - dimsum - Updated July 2026

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