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Old Thousand, Austin, TX

Old Thousand

4.7
4.7
98 Reviews
$30 and under
Chinese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Old Thousand is a neighborhood Chinese restaurant on Austin's east side. We offer an eclectic and inventive mix of flavors, ingredients, and styles with modern interpretations of classic American-Chinese recipes.

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Additional information

  • Area
    East Austin
  • Cross Street
    11th St. and Curve St. - Access private parking lot through Waller St.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    11th/Waller Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 98 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Lively

  • Austin

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Thousand in Austin offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." The menu includes standout dishes like brisket fried rice and General Tso's chicken, complemented by inventive cocktails. The ambiance is lively with a hip-hop soundtrack, making it perfect for group gatherings and date nights.

98 Reviews
  1. Scott

    San Francisco20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! Very loud on a busy Saturday night - so if loud is not your thing, don’t head there on a busy weekend - but great food and excellent service… will be back!

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  2. Dru VIP

    Coastal Georgia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place! The service is gracious and the food delish/

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  3. MadieR

    Austin10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We absolutely love Old Thousand’s food and brought my mom specifically because she never gets good Chinese. But it literally took us twenty minutes to get a waiter to our table, food took a good 40-50 minutes. And the donuts I hyped up so much because I love them were barely edible. They tasted like wanna be top golf donuts instead of the delicious Chinese buffet throwback I love. I will go back just because the food is unbeatable, but I won’t be bringing anybody with me again until we have a better experience!

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  4. Julia

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wanted to thank you for hosting my birthday party last night! We had such an amazing time and loved all of the appetizers (hot & sour soup was a crowd pleaser), mains, and desserts! Our server was knowledgeable, sweet, and on top of it.

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  5. Andy

    San Antonio1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great. Music played was too loud. Could barely hear person talking across the table.

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  6. Karie

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love going to Old Thousand! Food quality, flavors are amazing, service is stellar and is a fave with my picky kids! If you haven’t been here you are missing out. Drinks are 💯 too!

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  7. Jesse VIP

    Las Vegas22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This gem is about 1000’ from my house and I wish I had tried it sooner. Such a cool vibe and food. Modern hip hop meats classic Americanized Chinese food in the best ways possible. Don’t sleep on it!

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  8. Kim VIP

    Austin204 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the service to the food quality to the atmosphere everything was excellent!

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  9. Jason VIP

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old Thousand in Austin, Texas, offers a delightful fusion of traditional Chinese flavors with a modern twist. The restaurant’s inventive menu features standout dishes like the brisket fried rice, which combines smoky Texas brisket with classic fried rice, and the General Tso’s chicken, praised for its crispy texture and balanced spice. Vegetarian options are also thoughtfully crafted, with the crispy tofu being a notable highlight. The ambiance is lively and eclectic, enhanced by a soundtrack of classic hip-hop, creating a unique dining experience. The staff is attentive and friendly, ensuring that each visit is memorable. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, Old Thousand is a must-visit spot for those seeking innovative and delicious Chinese cuisine in Austin.

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  10. Martin

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter was not attentive and required for me to wave him down to order and pay the bill. The restaurant was not busy when we arrived. However the food was excellent.

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FAQs

Old Thousand offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Old Thousand also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (737) 222-6637.

Old Thousand is rated 4.7 stars by 98 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today

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Google Map for Old Thousand

1000 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    11th St. and Curve St. - Access private parking lot through Waller St.
  • Area
    East Austin
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–15:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Chinese, Cocktail Bar, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    11th/Waller Bus Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jeff Brown
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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