Lotus Hunan

Best Hot and Sour Soup, ever! Hot and Sour Soup is one of my two "tests" for a good Chinese restaurant, and this is my standard for excellence. Lots of places have soups that aren't hot or sour, or they vary from visit to visit. This place is consistent and terrific. Of course, we can't have just the soup, but the rest of their food is also great. Be warned--lunch can be busy, but it is worth the wait. If I have any critique, it is that you sometimes have to trip a server to get a beverage refill, especially during busy times when they seemed more concerned about cleaning tables than taking care of customers. But I keep going back, and I hope you will too.

One of the best hidden eating experiences in Austin (Westlake). Operating for years, right under our noses. Lunch specials are great deals. However, to really enjoy it you dine for dinner and share your dishes for the ultimate tasting experience.

Solidly middle of the road Chinese, probably best as take out. I ate in. The restaurant has strange lighting and there are signs of less than stellar hygiene standards. Unsurprisingly the restaurant caters to the local retired population and judging by the host's familiarity with the crowd it is a regular stop for most of the dining patrons. The food itself was very bland but not bad. The staff are very friendly but an average of about $20 per diner I could find better places to spend my money.

My family has been going here for years. Staff is very friendly and are great people. Try the sesame chicken and the hot and sour soup! Best I've ever had. My favorite place to eat in Austin.

Lotus Hunan did a good job with lunch. It's pretty much standard fare Chinese food, but the service is really good. Despite being swamped with customers, they handled everything very efficiently. The curry chicken was tasty, the fried rice was okay. It's a great place for a quick meal.