RESTAURANT
GUIDE

Hunan Lion


4006 S. Lamar #1000
Austin, 78704-7903
512/447-3388
www.austinhunanlion.com
Hours: Mon.-Thu., 11am-2:30pm, 5-10pm; Fri., 11am-2:30pm, 5-11pm; Sat, 11:30am-11pm; Sun, noon-10pm
Seek out the more unusual fare here, such as curried Singapore noodles with shrimp and barbecued pork; the Hunan soft-shell crab; crispy, tea-smoked duck; or the Firecracker Prawns.

BEST OF AUSTIN AWARDS

  • 2001: Critics Best Way To Get Your Jalapeño On

more: Chinese restaurants, South

China Dynasty

offers all of your family's favorites at affordable prices without MSG. Flavors are based on rich stocks, and sauces contain a minimum of oil. The deep-fried items are crispy, and what lies under the thin batter are fresh ingredients.
2110 W. Slaughter Ln. #101, 512/280-3777

China Emperor

Definitely try the General Tso's chicken, a standout with a sinus-clearing spice rating. The hot-and-sour soup also leaves a pleasant, peppery afterburn.
111 W. William Cannon #312, 512/443-2922

China Express Chinese Restaurant

If you don't want to shell out more than six or seven bucks for a decent, filling Chinese dinner, this is a good bet. Try the sesame chicken.
1913 E. Riverside, 512/448-3633