Chen Z Noodle House - Austin

I really enjoyed the noodle soups and dumplings here at Chen Z. I got the Lamb Noodle Soup which had fresh noodles and perfectly cut chunks of lamb in a broth with bok choy. The broth was decent, sadly not too much flavor, but still excellent. The huge portion size made up for that. We also had the pan fried dumplings (12) and they were amazing! Cooked well and fried just right. Not to mention, the prices are great. They range from $8-10. I'm excited to see a really good Chinese restaurant in the area and can't wait to return.

I LOVE THE FOOD ITS THE BEST PLACE EVER!!!!! True Asian and fresh food! only thing it needs is music so it won’t be too awkward. Honestly it’s one of the best and authentic places I’ve been too and high suggest it!

Rare find. So fresh and delicious!!! Authentic food, good service, clean, affordable. We had dumplings as our appetizer, pork chop in Peking sauce and BBQ pork soft noodles. Our new fav!!

This is my first time experiencing Northern China cuisine in Austin and I am so sorry that it took me so long to visit Chen Z. If you're in search of a romantic setting and designer decor, go elsewhere. This venue is as stark as they get but I came for the food. The menu is on the wall and after perusing, one can order, be given a number and the order will be brought to your table. For an appetizer, the green onion pancake was ordered. I ordered the lamb stir fried noodle that I thoroughly enjoyed however, I would have preferred slices of lamb instead of the little cubes. My fellow foodie had gone to the juice shop next door to get the fresh watermelon juices and while he was gone, his order of cold beef arrived which I almost totally consumed. I had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners, Shirley, who was very gracious. I, without fail, will return as I saw many other items on the wall that I would like to experience.

The staff is very apologetic, but the kitchen can not handle the orders. My simple entree of sweet and sour chicken took more than an hour and a half to complete. Lots of yelling in the back, but great front of house and AMAZING food once I tired it at home. I would recommend this place to a friend, just know it takes a while and their times are pretty accurate.