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Old Thousand, Austin, TX

Old Thousand

4.7
4.7
89 Reviews
$30 and under
Chinese

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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

  • Location
    1000 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
  • Area
    East Austin
  • Cross Street
    11th St. and Curve St. - Access private parking lot through Waller St.
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Public transit
    11th/Waller Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 89 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Austin

    Lively

  • Austin

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Austin

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Thousand is a standout Austin gem, celebrated for "outstanding" food and "great service." The imaginative venue offers a lively atmosphere with a unique fusion of Asian and Texan flavors. Friendly service enhances the dining experience, and the restaurant is known for its "great happy hour" and enticing menu options.

89 Reviews

  1. Jason

    VIP

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    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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  2. Martin

    Austin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  3. Fiona

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the perfect date night here! Love the shareable portions, strong drinks, and good vibes! Best Rangoons I’ve had in a hot minute — Highly recommend!

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  4. Christopher

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall great experience, the food was great and the ambience was fantastic

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  5. Eden

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was great!! The service was amazing and so was the food! We sat at the counter for Valentine’s dinner and it was perfect despite them being super busy!

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  6. Kim

    VIP

    Austin

    29 reviews

    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We parked behind the restaurant where 2 hours was the minimal time at around $9.50. We didn’t look for street parking but 7 pm was a very busy time in the neighborhood. This is a very small restaurant and noise levels were just below a roar. We had two things from the shared menu.. gen Taos chicken and salt and pepper shrimp. Both were not traditional Chinese but were meat and rice. Very few veggies and no sauce on either. They were both very dry but somewhat tasty. We also ordered ragoons that never got to the table. My husband hates coming downtown for dinner altho to me this is East Austin. it is a few blocks east of 35. Cool looking place inside and out.

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  7. Caitlin

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Really fun downtown spot for a double date! The orange chicken and honey pecan shrimp were really delicious!

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  8. Shelby

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was Delicious, great service, super quick and the deals were great.

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  9. Nancy

    VIP

    Jacksonville

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and laid back atmosphere. Came on a week night when they were not too busy.

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  10. Aleksandra

    VIP

    Austin

    91 reviews

    5.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really fun and cool restaurant with yummy food and attentive service. Glad we discovered it!

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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 89 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
7:00 pm
Booked 19 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 Parking
  • 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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