Wu Chow

Wu Chow came highly recommended from one of my friends. My company is based on the West Coast, so I have been exposed to some of the best Asian/​American food in my opinion. The food was good but I was not blown away, especially with the dollar amount we paid for lunch. The menu did not have a description of the dishes, and I didn’t want to annoy the waitress by going over all the descriptions. I ended up ordering what sounded familiar (Walnut Shrimp and Fried Rice) perhaps it would of been a better experience if I ordered one of the signature items and received guidance around what makes Wu Chow shine…
I love Dim Sum and would like to check out some of those options if I come back.

I’m very conflicted about this place. On one hand, Wu Chow is by far the best dim sum place I’ve ever had. On the other hand, Wu Chow is by far the most expensive dim sum place I’ve ever had.
What I love about Wu Chow is that all their foods are freshly made, with most of the dishes sourced from local farmers/​sellers. You can seriously tell the difference between their high quality ingredients versus the average Chinese dim sum restaurant which typically has a ton of fat and oil. I really felt each dish that Wu Chow put out was made with love (dafuq Gary, enough with the cheesiness!).
The Soup Dumplings are to die for! I would seriously consider it on the same level as the famous Din Tai Fung restaurants. The turnip cakes were amazingly cooked. The Shumai was made well, not to mention they actually put roe on top. The Gai-​Lan Broccoli with Oyster sauce was not oily at all. I would also definitely recommend the Egg Custard Tart and Sesame Fritters, both the best I’ve ever had. The Egg Custard Tart wasn’t too sweet and the Sesame Fritters were fried perfectly.
Now that all the good has been said, let’s talk about the bad.
The price. The price. The price.
My stomach enjoys every bite, while my wallet torturously cries from how expensive each plate is. Never in my life have I ever paid so much for dim sum… if my parents found out I was eating here they’d be furious… as well as my uncles, my aunts, my cousins, my grandparents, etc. Not to mention getting hot tea costs $ 3/person…3 f*cking $$$ for a pot of tea leaves and hot water. What are they doing in the back, making it rain tea leaves and putting magical sparkles in it?! No fool it’s just hot tea!!!
At the end of the day I understand why it’s expensive. Wu Chow is in a prime dt location. They’re going more for a modern Chinese cuisine feel. The atmosphere is modern (kudos on the mahjong tile wall). And their audience is different from the typical dim sum restaurant.
Would I take dim sum first-​timers here? Yes
Would I take my family here? No
Would I secretly go by myself without telling anyone? *sigh…maybe

Beautiful restaurant but, in my opinion, you don’t have your act together yet. Group of 12 of us dined there and meals came out anywhere from 15 to 40 minutes apart. $ 17 – 20 entrees looked like little appetizer plates. The rice to go with the entrée came out 15 minutes after I received my entrée. My boyfriend never did get his meal.
The owner really was concerned that we have a good experience. I told him the challenges we had and he told me all the reasons why I was «wrong». I get it… it’s hard to accept feedback when the business is your own baby, but you need to hear the customer. We want you to succeed! You can probably do so with a brainstorming session on the Top 5 issues to solve and then solve them one at a time. :)

This is for the Sunday dim sum. The food was excellent quality and fresh. I do have to say the portions are pretty small, but the owner came to explain to us that they try to use local/​organic ingredients, which I can taste in the food. The dim sum also was not oily, which was a huge plus.
The only thing is I wish they would have a few noodle/​rice dishes to complement the meal. It’s really hard to fill up on little steamed buns
$ 1 chrysanthemum mimosas are amazing and is constantly refilled. Service was impeccable.

I didn’t have super high expectations when going into Wu Chow with my roommates last night. I grew up in SE Asia and can be a xiao long bao snob, so I was trying to temper myself since I knew I was going into a swanky asian place in austin, texas… aka not exactly the soup dumpling capital of the world.
The restaurant is very beautiful. It’s downtown and as one other reviewer noted, feels like you’re in las vegas, or I would venture to even say LA/​DC. It’s modern: silver, grey, touches of wood– a pretty standard modern asian american restaurant.
Our waiter proclaimed that they were an authentic asian restaurant, which I was a little like YA OK about. To me an authentic asian restaurant is sitting on the side of the road sweating your ass off in 100 degree heat as you eat spice that makes your lips go numb.
However, the food was good. The soup dumplings, surprisingly, better than I expected. We also had the pork belly dumplings, cucumbers, honey pecan prawns, chengdu cabbage and scallion beef. To be honest, it tasted like a chinese take-​out place, but it was served on a nice platter. The pecan prawns was walnut shrimp with more expensive nuts.
However, for a restaurant as shi-​shi and right downtown, it wasn’t too expensive. The bill ended up being like, $ 30 a person and that’s because we got a $ 40 bottle of wine, too. I’d come back– but I’m not sure if I’m clamoring to!

After trying those famous Shanghai soup dumplings at an event I have been daydreaming about them and waiting for Wu Chow to open their doors. The space if very modern and I love both the décor and layout. It was busy on a Sunday at 12:30pm and guests were welcomed to grab a drink and hang out on the patio which has comfy seating with fuzzy plush blankets to keep warm. They smartly made most of the space with neat rounded corner table adjacent to the bar and seating facing the street along with a gorgeous circular seating area at the center of the dining room.
The cocktail menu is pricey but well thought out with unique enticing creations. They also have a nice Asian beer list and an extensive wine menu. I opted for a glass of still rose that I loved. I later found out that they serve up $ 1 mimosas during brunch! I am definitely trying their unique infused mimosas on my next visit.
Our waitress Bree made some excellent suggestions and we were encouraged to order several of dishes at once. I recommend not doing this as the dumplings and shumai taste best warm and if you have 3 – 4 plates on the table it is hard to eat up all that deliciousness quickly. Every dish we tried was exceptional.
Shanghai soup dumplings — This dish is a must! 5 perfectly cooked piping hot soup dumplings that are not only delicious but fun to eat. You plop the dumpling into a soup spoon and poke a hole at the top to let the aromatic steam out. Top it off with the provided sauce and enjoy.
spinach dumplings — Lighter healthier option that is pretty tasty.
chicken and mushroom shumai — the savory ground chicken is flavorful.
Gai-​lan broccoli with oyster sauce — this was a nice surprise! The vibrant dish is perfect for a lighter option and has perfectly cooked tender broccoli.
Wu Chow’s dim sum makes for the perfect Sunday funday dining option with a date, friends or for a family gathering. I recommend reservations which can be made via opentable and by phone.

This place meet our expectations as I believe three star rating stand for. We only tried their Sunday dim sum.
Pros:
Best Soup Dumplings in town (but not Din Tai Fung caliber)
Nice, clean and trendy décor and outdoor settings
Pleasant service and ambiance (nice music but a bit too loud, it was hard to hear our own conversations)
Dim Sum was good (but we don’t think it’s better than New Fortune)
Cons:
Expensive for dim sum (at the same time it’s understandable with location and service provided)
Hard to get our server’s attention
Beverage service hiccups
No superstar food. We were hoping that we can say we’ll run back for one of the dishes. But we would probably go back to try their dinner dishes. Their pictures look good in Unilocal.
We really wanted to give a better rating since we are super excited for more asian cuisine options available in Austin, like in the bay area. But we are hopeful it will get better.

After reading a few Unilocal reviews I almost skipped this place. Glad I didn’t!
Review about dimsum only.
Went around 11:30 am on a Sunday with a party totaling 5 people. We had a 1.30 hour wait (the same party came 3 minutes before us and were seated right away) we decided to wait since we weren’t very hungry. Got some coffee a few blocks down which made the wait go by quickly. You can make a reservation at OpenTable but I suggest doing it 3 weeks in advance just in case.
We were seated outside and it was chilly but they had heat lamps and blankets which was nice.
Atmosphere and service were great! From our server to the food runners/​other servers. Everyone was attentive and polite.
Now for the food. It’s great for the concept. It’s not going to be your ‘hole in the wall’ from the motherland dim sum restaurant. It’s a nice updated Millennials version of dimsum. The prices for dimsum ranged from $ 4-​$ 10 which was fair for the quality of food. Some faves were the shrimp and cilantro dumpling and egg custard tarts! (Even my mom was impressed. And she’s super judgmental when it comes to dim sum.) the food came quickly, well presented and steaming hot.
Overall. Try it.
I’ll definitely be back. With a reservation this time. That I’ll make now.

Do you remember when Dillards was our finest department store? When entire buildings on downtown Congress were empty? We may grumble about traffic and chafe about the soaring cost of living, but we’re enjoying some knockout perks thanks to our city’s overgr– erm… prosperity… Wu Chow is fanciful in a contemporary Imperial swank kind of way and it sure qualifies as a big city perk.
There were four of us and we ate and ate jewel-​like morsels until we were sated, plus a glass each of Wu Chow’s signature Formosa (champagne and jasmine tea).
The bill came to $ 100 plus tax… a comfortable price for such a lovely feast. Lunch and dinner are significantly different. In fact, the house specialties are not priced on the menu. Can you say scary?
But back to the dim sum. My favorites were the pork potstickers. Their fragrance is almost as inviting as their flavor which simply bursts in your mouth. Wow! I think that’s the idea behind the soup dumplings… each perfect little parcel carrying a bit of broth in it as well as the herbed meat. Take care not to break them until you’ve transported them to your mouth.
Two of the shrimp offerings are also especially good: the fritters and the dumplings with cilantro.
This is high-​end dim sum. No carts pushed by Chinese women who don’t speak a word of English here. I miss the carts I grew accustomed to in San Francisco and NYC’s Chinatown. I also miss the hot Chinese mustard. Our Formosas would have been refreshing as well as delicious had they been chilled instead of room temperature. The turnip cakes take much too long to prepare. They are worth waiting for if you have the time, though.
With its one interior wall covered in real Mah Jong tiles above a sumptuously brocaded banquette, its super high ceilings adorned with noise-​abating and slate-​black hexagonal tiles, and altogether exquisite LED lighting, the room is lush, noisy, elegant and fun.
Wu Chow is so much larger than I expected. There’s outdoor seating where you can watch the dappled sunlight play on our newish and very glam Federal Courthouse, though do bring your sunglasses cause the sunlight will be hitting you directly in the eyes.
While Wu Chow didn’t disappoint, I still have not found my Chinese food home in Austin. What I’m longing for is the kind of place I can show up any old time, spend not more than $ 20, and get out of there having eaten a couple of dishes of something fresh, flavorful, grease-​free and authentic. In other words, Austin has room for more Chinese restaurants.
Service was top-​notch. Make reservations days in advance.

I was really excited to try Wu Chow, but I was horribly disappointed. Where is the authenticity? Where are the delicate flavors of southern Chinese cuisine? Where is love?
The space feels like an experiment from the people that brought you Houston’s. Average sized modern space, with décor that would fit into any restaurant, and a soundtrack that was probably bought online. The bar is far too small, even by Austin standards, and this causes there to be a big delay in delivering beverages. Our food arrived long before our drinks, which may have helped to drown our sorrows. The green beans were overcooked an flavorless. The Xiaolongbao must have been sitting the window for some time, because by the tim they got to us they were cold and oddly gummy. I also think gelatin started to re-​solidify, and left an overly salty taste in my mouth. And the mapo tofu was thin and lacked any character.
After a few apps we decided to cancel the remaining order and left. No one even said thank you or goodbye — I so wanted to like this place…

This place is hip. The music playing outside is actually pretty great. Some hip hop throwback and current songs mixed in. The vibe of this restaurant is awesome, but lets get to the food. It is served family style, so it is meant to be shared. One of my favorite dishes was the orange beef, you could just taste the orange zest on the tender beef. It melted in your mouth. The real star of the meal was the mapo tofu. It was spicy, covered in sauce, and one of the best tofu dishes I have eaten (besides sesame tofu at Rice Bowl). I would go just for that tofu. The honey walnut shrimp is a classic dish that is very similar to the one at Chinatown (if you have ever been for dim sum). It has that sweetness from the honey, but has a nice mayo sauce mixed in. The vegetable dishes are also cooked fantastically. I definitely recommend getting the eggplant!
Overall it was a really great night. Our waiter was a bit of an idiot, but that didn’t ruin the amazing meal that we had.

We frequented this place two weekends in a row.
Weekend 1 Dinner style:
Soup Dumplings — this is the closest to dim sum we could get on opening weekend and it was so good we couldn’t wait until dim sum started. If you haven’t read any other reviews — these are worth coming back for. We were only limited to two orders as it seems only one lady sits and makes them all.
Mapo Tofu — I’ve had this only one other place before and feel like it wasn’t as hot/​spicy or had as deep a flavor. My husband mentioned the version of the dish here may be more for the general population (?).
Dry Fried Green Beans — not sure what dry fried means but these tasted green beans sautéed in goodness with a good fresh vegetable crunch. This is one I wouldn’t normally order but was glad to have tried it.
Wu Chow Special Fried Rice — good fried rice but not sure what the special part was.
Weekend 2 Dim Sum Style:
We came with a group of 5 and I was very surprised at how full we were and how much cheaper the bill was than the previous weekend. We had a good variety and of course the 2 orders of soup dumplings you’re allowed. Some of my faves that stood out were the shrimp fritters and the bean curd with oyster sauce (which I think I was the only one in the group that liked this). The foil chicken was moist and tender but don’t think I’ll get this again because dark meat is usually moist and tender anyway.
As for coming back? There were a few dishes they were out of the first weekend that I think I’d like to come back and try.

It’s the holidays, so I’ll be quick. We went for a lovely birthday brunch at the new Modern Chinese place downtown called Wu Chow. Wooooo!!! for Wu Chow!
The interior was just beautiful, including the wall of mah-​jong tiles, the big windows overlooking the patio, the modern version of wood paneling, and the crumpled light fixtures. It was all very modern and urban and chic.
The scene was very, well, LA. The people sitting next to us were people my husband and I both recognized from an HBO show.
There are no kid’s chairs. So, the kid sits in your lap. Fine. No one seemed to mind. They were interested in coming down from their high-​rise condos and eating on some of that delicious dim sum.
The bite-​sized portions of food served in steamer baskets and small plates included:
–Shanghai soup dumplings: maximum of two per table. You cannot leave here without trying these little soupy things that some people spend decades learning how to make
–chicken and taro egg rolls: these were really great. I usually like my egg roll a little meaty/​chunky but these were light and airy, almost like a cross between an egg roll and a spring roll, and the sauce was amazing.
–sauces: all the sauces have to be tried because they are standout.
–steamed pork bun: I love pork buns so much that I’m attempting to make them at home soon. I had two of them here and they were everything I wanted from a steamed pork bun.
–scallion cake: I love scallion cake and this one was delicious
–shrimp dumplings (shu mai): you should definitely order these little scrumptious niblits
–pot stickers: I sort of wish these had been a little crazier than anything I’d ever tried before. They were sort of like other ones I’d had at other places.
–dry fried green beans: crispy and healthy!
–customary egg tart: creamy and airy goodness! I’d have another any time of the week!
We had a party of 10 so we all got to try tons of different things more than listed above) and no one went home hungry. When it comes to prices, this is no Marco Polo, but it’s really yummy – not the salty or greasy dim sum of the twentieth century that comes around on a little rolley cart…
The wait staff timed everything perfectly and were very attentive and professional.
Everyone was enjoying champagne and wine from the extensive wine list. The mood of the place was definitely effervescent, so treat yourself.
So, to [dim] sum it up, you should definitely check this place out. Make a reservation. And don’t forget to order the soup dumplings and try all the sauces.

The food itself is tasty and the service is great, but the price/​quantity ratio and the price/​quality ratio are a bit out of proportion. As someone who strives to walk the fine line between quality, quantity and price, I cast my vote as a solid 3.
A friend and I came here tonight and ordered the following: two soup dumpling baskets, the spicy fried chicken appetizer, twice cooked pork belly, and Sichuan braised eggplant. The soup dumplings and the eggplant were our favorite dishes! The twice cooked pork belly’s texture was different from the soft, juicy pork belly I am used to at other restaurants, as it was crunchier and had a more gamey feeling to it, not sure if I will get it next time.
While the food and atmosphere sit solidly at a 4 or above, the price is what settles the final rating. We spent a total of $ 70 on just five dishes that barely managed to make the two of us full (and our appetites aren’t huge by any means). Each entrée seemed more like a ‘tapas’ sort of deal than a generous serving, and to pay such a price for food that was good-​but-​not-​godly and small in size hurts a little.

The first thing that struck me about Wu Chow was that the owner was on the floor, greeting, answering phones and all. I was impressed by that! That shows the dedication that he has to make sure people enjoy their experience here, which we did.
I had called around 5 inquiring about a reservation for 2, but they were all booked up. I was told we could dine in the bar or lounge area on a first come, first serve basis, but upon arrival was offered patio for a 15 minute wait. They have heaters, so we opted for that over the bar. Next time, I will plan ahead or go ahead and sit in the bar area. The traffic and my view of the bank lobby distracted from the cozy experience I wanted. Not their fault, next time I know to plan ahead.
As we were just 2, we sampled only 4 things. I recommend going with a group of at least four so you can try more things. On the plus, I loved the four things we had. Shanghai Soup Dumplings, duh! Just order these straight away before drinks, because they take a bit to get to the table. So delicious, we ordered seconds. Mmmmm! Chicken Taro Eggrolls, I could have eaten many more of these, and the sauce that comes with is amazing! For dinner we chose the Braised Eggplant, and the Seafood Two-​Faced Crispy Noodles. Both were good, but the standout was the Eggplant… sweet, spicy and perfect. The Noodles were fine and the seafood was cooked perfectly, just mild in flavor and good, but I’d pass on that next time.
As for the drinks, I was stumped looking at the menu. I’m sure they are all delicious, but per Unilocal’s high praises of the Ol’ Dirty Fashioned. It did not disappoint and packed a nice spicy, boozy punch.
I can’t wait to come sample more on my return visit.

I have been waiting for this place to open for the longest time. Austin has a culinary hole that Wu Chow was summoned to fill! Located on West 5^th in the IBC bank building, opposite of Fixe, there are plenty of meter parking around. They are only open for dinner right now and dim sum is only served on Sunday from 11am to 3pm (Bonus: most parking meters around are free on Sunday!). Reservation is a must and the décor is upscale and fun, whole wall of mahjong pieces? How cool! The first two times I heard 90s hip hop and pop songs which I totally did not expect some Bong Thugs N Harmony to come on in the midst of me eating MaPo Tofu! AWESOME! The 3^rd time for dim sum they played holiday music instead. Before I go into the food, I must give kudos to the staff. The front desk is friendly, the servers have been attentive and our drinks are always filled. CK the owner stopped by to say hi and see how things were going during our dinner service visit. Turns out he is also from Taiwan so bonus points for him!
Now the food:
The star of Wu Chow: 小籠包 Shanghai Soup Dumplings is 5 pieces for $ 10. They limit 2 orders per table but I can see why. The broth in the dumplings is flavorful and combined with a bit of the vinegar soy, delicious! I can easily eat a meal of just soup dumplings and be happy. There is no other place in Austin that serves this, and chefs train for years to make soup dumplings. Yes you will get a few thats broken, but that is expected.
春卷 Chicken & Taro Eggrolls is an order of 3 for $ 6. They are long thing crisy rolls that is accompanied with a sour plum sauce. I have ordered this everytime I have been here.
麻婆豆腐 Mapo Tofu $ 14 was one of my go to dishes at most Chinese restaurants. Its not as spicy as what most people can be use to but I prefer it this way. There is lots of tender tofu pieces and is such a appetizing dish to go with rice. my significant other did mention he wish there were more diced pork in the dish but me personally i rather have more tofu than pork, so each to their own.
辣包心菜 Chendu Spicy Cabbage $ 9 This was a dish that completely surprised me. It was so flavorful that I easily ate most of this plate myself. The cabbage was cooked perfect with a bit of crunch and the level of spice was perfect for me.
For the dim sum: the tenderbelly pork shumai is a must, topped with roe the shumai is easily the best of all the dim sum places around town. Their char shao bao (bbq pork buns) has two options: baked or steamed. We tried both and the table was split on which they like. The baked baos has a sweet glaze on top and the steam bao dough is perfectly fluffy. Another star of dimsum is the scallion pancake. I have had many scallion pancakes in my lifetime and I even make them myself, but this is hands down the best ever. Their pancakes are pan fried instead of the standard deep fried so the outside is crispy and the inside is flavorful and has many layers. Oh and how I can forget its chrysanthemum mimosa! $ 1 for a champagne flute and $ 2 for a wine glass, its delicious and the subtle chrysanthemum flavor is just what I need for a sunday morning.
One of the reasons why I love bringing new people to Wu Chow is that they will take advice and criticism well. They are all about quality. I noticed that the bbq pork buns use to be an order of 2 and now it is an order of 3. Thank you Wu Chow for listening and continuing to provide Austin with your delicious soup dumplings!

So here’s the low down on Wu Chow… upscale Chinese restaurant where you instantly feel like you’ve been transported to a fancy Asian restaurants in Vegas. The dark ambiance, drinks and servers all give that vibe. What a difference from the usual Chinese restaurant.
Overall the food here is good. Some dishes were a star while others needed fine tuning. And the dishes were definitely on the smaller size, pricey for the portion you get. But hey — you’re paying for prime location downtown for Chinese food.
The good:
The twice cooked pork-​lots of flavour and got a spicy kick to it. The veggies and the pork go together well.
The chicken and taro spring rolls — surprisingly fried well, with a very crispy skin. But a little more ingredients would be better.
The honey pecan prawns-​lightly breaded with a perfect mayo ratio (unlike other places that drown the prawns in mayo).
The average:
Soup dumplings, definitely overrated. Didn’t vouch for $ 10 for 5. The dumpling skin was too thick and big for the meat portion inside. Soup was okay.
The wu chow fried rice and green beans, a little too salty!
The mushroom and bok choy. As plain Jane as it could get.
And the cucumbers. One word bland.
I went during the first week of opening, so hopefully the food will be better the next time I visit. Would like to try the Dimsum though!

A place where I can chow down on some Chinese food, and listen to hip hop music?! Are you kidding me?!
Waited for my 200^th review to write this one, and boy was it worth it. Came here with another couple on a Friday night. Posted up at the bar and had a few drinks (Ol’Dirty Fashion is a must try! Nice and Spicy!) before sitting at our table. Obviously, you truly are better off just ordering a bunch of stuff and sharing.
陳皮牛 Tangerine Peel Beef — Beef was succulent, with the perfect note of tangerine at the end of the bite. Excellent.
魚香肉絲 Yu Xiang Pork Tenderloin — Thin slices of pork mixed with veggies, classic staple. Very Good.
龍俐魚 Steamed Whole Flounder — Holy $h*t this was amazing. If you don’t order one of the whole fish, then you should slap yourself and retire your culinary adventures to Taco Bell. — Awesome X2
椒鹽魷魚 Salt & Pepper Squid — I couldn’t stop eating this stuff, the faster I shoved a piece in my mouth, the quicker I wanted to pick another one up. Perfect amount of crunch, texture, and seasoning. — Amazing.
香菇青菜 Bok Choy with Mushrooms — I will order more than one plate next time, that should sum up this dish for you. Dish is exactly what it sounds like, with a brown sauce glazing over everything. — Get in my belly!
乾煸四季豆 Dry Fried Green Beans — Green beans tossed in a spicy type of sauce but get this, somehow the green beans have a meaty flavor when biting into them? Not sure how that’s done, but I want them right now as I type this review. — Delicious yet simple!
龍蝦餃 Pork Steamed Dumplings — Straight and to the point, little puff balls of heaven. — Order… that is all.
小籠包 Shanghai Soup Dumplings — well, well, and well… This spot is known for these, I ate two orders, and didn’t want to share them with the table, if you haven’t had these before, don’t worry. they will tell you how to properly eat them, order them now, what are you waiting for? — Enough said?!
Honestly, I had a couple more things, I just can’t recall after the bottles of wine, shots, beer, and those insanely tasty Ol’Dirty Fashions. I tried to snap pics of all the food, but found myself ignoring my table peeps and just focusing on the food porn that was going on in front of me. Sorry if I missed some dishes. I wanted the spicy whole cut up lobster dish, but couldn’t adjust my belt out far enough… I will see you next time, Mr. Lobster.
Go here, expect an awesome lounge/​restaurant vibe, sleek, classy, and modern with hip hop music playing…
My life is now complete.
Side note. 90% of these 1 – 2 star reviews have either 1 review or 0 friends… I’m sure they’re all legit… Go do something better with your time.

I made a reservation for 6:45PM, but wasn’t seated until 7:30PM. The manager told us they couldn’t really do anything since the party already paid their bill, but wasn’t leaving.
Their service was great. They offered us free appetizers and made sure we were taken care of. It made the night pretty good. The managers and servers were very hospitable and made sure we got what we wanted.
However, the food is just… not great. This place is very upscale. The wine was great, and we had a good time at our table. We ordered 6 plates and all 6 of those plates were extremely salty. Not even joking, we thought they might’ve spilled a can of salt on our food. We ended up drinking about 5 cups of water per person.
The pricing on everything is pretty high, but if you’re going to walk into this restaurant thinking it’s cheap, then you should probably … stop walking.

The Good: Another great restaurant to add to Austin’s growing list. This place truly has it all, great ambience, great staff and amazing food! Unfortunately they did not have the soup dumplings by the time I stopped in so can’t review what I’ve been waiting months to try. A few must try items off the menu are the Sichuan Spicy Wontons (I can eat that all day) and fried chicken! Also the Sichuan Braised Eggplant was pretty good. If you’re looking for a good cocktail to try I highly recommend their version of old fashioned, it’s a bit over priced but worth trying.
The Bad: I’m not the first person who made reservations only to be let down by Wu chow selling out of soup dumplings. This is the one item everyone has been waiting to try for the past year so make sure to have enough to feed the crowd! If not for that this place would easily have received 5 stars.