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The best Chinese in Austin

House of Three Gorges leads our ranking for Chinese in Austin. Readers voted it first in Best of ATX in 2026. Wu Chow and Ling Kitchen come next.

  1. 1House of Three GorgesReaders' choice, 2026
  2. 2Wu ChowReaders' runner-up, 2026
  3. 3Ling KitchenNamed by the MICHELIN Guide

127 Chinese restaurants are open in and around Austin. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Updated October 11, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

The top 6

How we rank
  1. House of Three Gorges
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    1House of Three Gorges

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • Won Best of ATX 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    • The Infatuation (2023): “House Of Three Gorges in North Austin has an extensive menu of classic Sichuan dishes, ranging from popular items like chong qing mala chicken and mapo tofu, to less common specialties like Sichuan fish with pickled mustard greens or Yangtz” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2016): “focuses on Sichuan fare, from pepper jumping fish to spicy boiled beef to mala fish with soft tofu.” [3]
    • Austin American-Statesman (2021): “Below are some of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin that are open on Dec. 24 and 25.” [4]
    Where
    8557 Research Blvd #144, Austin, TX 78758
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  2. 2Wu Chow

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • Runner-up in Best of ATX 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers [1]
    • The Infatuation (2023): “The best time to show up to Wu Chow in downtown Austin is during dinner on a Friday or Saturday night, or for brunch on the weekends.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2016): “The downtown modern Chinese restaurant also boasts some of the best soup dumplings in Austin housed in a buzzy downtown destination.” [3]
    • Austin Monthly (2020): “A hip downtown restaurant with an upscale, modern take on classic Chinese.” [5]
    Where
    500 W 5th St #168, Austin, TX 78701
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  3. Ling Kitchen
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    3Ling Kitchen

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • In the MICHELIN Guide's Austin selection [6]
    • The Infatuation (2023): “Fortunately, the theatrics aren't just for show. Everything is cute and tasty—including lobster cream puffs shaped like a little mouse, or dumplings that look like sacks of gold.” [2]
    Where
    8423 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
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  4. 4Din Ho Chinese BBQ

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • The Infatuation (2023): “When someone in Austin asks if you want to go grab some barbecue pork or roast duck for dinner, they're really asking you if you want to go to Din Ho, near 183 and Ohlen.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2016): “The North Austin restaurant never disappoints, with Beijing duck, Chinese barbecue, and marinated meats like chicken baked in rock salt.” [3]
    • Austin Monthly (2020): “takeout here never disappoints with hearty noodle soups, steamed buns that remain fluffy and inviting, and hot pots boasting a range of seafood” [5]
    Where
    8557 Research Blvd #116, Austin, TX 78758
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  5. 5Julie's Noodles

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • The Infatuation (2023): “Julie's Noodles is perhaps best known for their handmade noodles—it's in their name after all. We're big fans of the soups here, especially the spicy beef suan tsai noodle soup with pickled greens.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2016): “is one of the city's absolute best destinations for homey dumplings and handmade noodles in soothing soups.” [3]
    • Austin American-Statesman (2021): “Below are some of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin that are open on Dec. 24 and 25.” [4]
    Where
    8557 Research Blvd #110, Austin, TX 78758
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  6. 6Sichuan River

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    • The Infatuation (2023): “When we're in South Austin and the craving for some mouth-numbing Sichuan peppercorn strikes, we immediately head to Sichuan River.” [2]
    • Eater Austin (2016): “Find great Sichuan food in South Austin at the Westgate Chinese restaurant, full of hot and dry pots, noodles, excellent mapo tofu, and more.” [3]
    • Austin American-Statesman (2021): “Below are some of the best Chinese restaurants in Austin that are open on Dec. 24 and 25.” [4]
    Where
    4534 West Gate Blvd Unit 105, Austin, TX 78745
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More Chinese in Austin

121 more · A to Z
  1. China Dynasty
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    China Dynasty

    Chinese restaurant · Austin
    Where
    2110 W Slaughter Ln #101, Austin, TX 78748
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  2. Ling Wu Lantana
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    Ling Wu Lantana

    Asian restaurant · Austin
    Where
    7415 Southwest Pkwy, Austin, TX 78735
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Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Austin.

  1. KAsian Garden
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    KAsian Garden

    Chinese restaurant · San Marcos
    Where
    302 University Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Today
    Open now until 10:30 PM
    Has
    Takeout
    All hours
    Mon11:30 AM to 10 PM
    TueClosed
    Wed11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Thu11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Fri11:30 AM to 10 PM
    Sat12 PM to 10:30 PM
    Sun12 PM to 10:30 PM
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How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Austin’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

What changed

Questions

What is the best Chinese in Austin?
House of Three Gorges. Won Best of ATX 2026 for Chinese, voted by readers; The Infatuation (2023). Wu Chow and Ling Kitchen come next.
How many Chinese restaurants are in Austin?
127 are open in and around Austin as of October 2026, including 1618 Asian Fusion, A+A Sichuan China, Amy's China Cuisine, Asia Chinese Restaurant, Bamboo Asian Grille and 122 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 26 more, in Elgin, Lago Vista, Bastrop, Taylor, Lockhart, Georgetown, Leander, Liberty Hill, San Marcos, Kyle and Hutto.
Which Chinese restaurants in Austin take reservations?
1 take online bookings: 1618 Asian Fusion. The rest are walk-in or by phone.
Where can I order Chinese online in Austin?
37 have online ordering on their own websites: 1618 Asian Fusion, A+A Sichuan China, Amy's China Cuisine, Bamboo House, Beijing Express, China Dragon Chinese Restaurant, China Dynasty, China Family Anderson Ln and 29 more.
Is Bamboo Garden in Austin still open?
No. Bamboo Garden has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Beijing Express in Austin still open?
No. Beijing Express has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Chen Z in Austin still open?
No. Chen Z has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is China Emperor in Austin still open?
No. China Emperor has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is China Pacific Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. China Pacific Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is China Palace Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. China Palace Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Dr Wok in Austin still open?
No. Dr Wok has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Dynasty Chinese Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. Dynasty Chinese Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Hao Hao Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. Hao Hao Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Hoa Hoa - Dobie Mall in Austin still open?
No. Hoa Hoa - Dobie Mall has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Hunan Chef in Austin still open?
No. Hunan Chef has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Little Wu in Austin still open?
No. Little Wu has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Lucky Bakery in Austin still open?
No. Lucky Bakery has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Mandarin House Chinese Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. Mandarin House Chinese Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Mongo Fire Grill in Austin still open?
No. Mongo Fire Grill has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is New Mandarin Chinese Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. New Mandarin Chinese Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is North & South China Restaurant in Austin still open?
No. North & South China Restaurant has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Ocean China in Austin still open?
No. Ocean China has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Saigon Kitchen in Austin still open?
No. Saigon Kitchen has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Wanfu 3 in Austin still open?
No. Wanfu 3 has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.
Is Zoé Tong in Austin still open?
No. Zoé Tong has closed. For Chinese nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1Best of ATX, Best of ATX 2026: Readers’ Choice Winners - Austin Monthly Magazine, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2The Infatuation, https://www.theinfatuation.com/austin/guides/best-chinese-restaurants-austin, April 2023. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  3. 3Eater Austin, Best Chinese Food in Austin, May 2016. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  4. 4Austin American-Statesman, Austin's best Chinese restaurants open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 2021. Checked Oct 11, 2026. Archived copy.
  5. 5Austin Monthly, Best Chinese Restaurants in Austin, November 2020. Checked Oct 11, 2026.
  6. 6the MICHELIN Guide, https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/texas/austin_2958315/restaurants/the-plate-michelin, 2026. Checked Oct 7, 2026. Archived copy.

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