House of Three Gorges

House of Three Gorges in Austin is hands down one of the best spots for authentic Sichuan food. If you love bold, spicy flavors, this place is a must-visit. Their Chongqing Mala Chicken is loaded with crispy, spicy goodness, and the Mapo Tofu has the perfect balance of heat and savoriness. The Sichuan fish with pickled mustard greens is another standout--super flavorful and comforting.The food here feels truly authentic, and you can tell they don't hold back on the spices. The cumin lamb and dry stir-fried chicken are also amazing if you like that deep, smoky Sichuan flavor. And don't skip the homemade pork wontons in spicy soup--they're ridiculously good.It's a pretty casual spot, but the service is quick and friendly, making it great for both dining in and takeout. If you're in the area and craving legit Sichuan food, House of Three Gorges is 100% worth checking out!

As a very proud Chinese person, I would say this is probably the best Chinese restaurant in Austin. It's the closest thing to authentic Chinese food while still catering (ha) to the Americanized crowd as well. Here's what to order:Dry Pot (Any Meat) - Ribs are bombCast Iron Hot Pot - (Any Meet) - Rib / Beef are bombJumping Fish (Tiao Tiao Yu in Chinese)Mala Fish Fillet (Shui Zhu Yu in Chinese)Chongqing Mala BeefThese are some of the staples and best values here. Whenever friends from out of town come I take them here. Cannot recommend this place enough. Come early / right as it opens to avoid long wait times which are a thing due to popularity!

House of Three Gorges is my go-to spot for tasty, authentic Sichuan food in Austin! I've been multiple times and it's always so good.Each time I've visited, the restaurant has been busy but service is good and you get your food within a reasonable time. Large portion sizes - great for sharing family style and you can usually get multiple meals out of your orders too. Good amount of indoor seating and lots of parking spots in the square.This time we ordered: Mala Fish Fillet ($16.99, 5/5)- I've had many versions of 水煮鱼 before, and the flavor of this dish is one of the best! It's slightly on the spicier end.Chongqing Mala Beef ($15.99, 5/5)- Beef is soft & tender, dish is full of flavor. Cumin Lamb ($17.99, 5/5)- Lamb is tender, flavor is delicious with the different spices (cumin, chili, garlic). Out of the 3 dishes, this was my favorite but you can't go wrong with any of them!Overall would highly recommend House of Three Gorges! Food is super solid, with great flavor that always delivers. Will definitely be back whenever I crave Sichuan food!

This place is a hidden gem in Austin! Restaurant is very small (probably holds maybe 20 or so people) so you will definitely need to wait to get a table, but it's worth the wait! The food is always on point and I've never had anything there I didn't like! My favorites are the jumping fish and the spicy pork ribs!

House of Three Gorges is a small Chinese restaurant that serves authentic food, showcasing the fragrant spices of Sichuan cuisine. We got the spicy crispy chicken, basil eggplant, and mongolian beef. Each dish had its strength--the chicken was crispy and had a bit of Sichuan numbing spice, the eggplant had a good chewy texture, and the mongolian beef hit the spot. Owner is very welcoming and nice. Would come here again!

The first thought that struck me when I stepped into this place was how bright and clean it felt; there was no stickiness anywhere. Owner was nice, and the server was quick at cleaning tables up. At our table for two, we ordered Mala Fish Fillet, Dry Sautéed Green Beans, and Stir-fried Shredded Potato. All three dishes were delightful.The green beans were well-seasoned and fresh, offering an almost asparagus-like flavor. The stir-fried potatoes were flavored with just a hint of chili and vinegar, creating a great spicy-sour combination. Because they were stir-fried, the potatoes retained a nice crunch, making them a perfect dish to share over rice instead of being the main carb.We also ordered the Mala Fish, which has a similar base to the Spicy Boiled Beef from the beef section. I ordered the Spicy Boiled Beef to go as well, and it was delightful. The dish features bean sprouts at the bottom, a spicy broth, and the protein on top--it's something I always order at Chinese restaurants when it's available. Comparing the two, the broth for the fish was slightly thicker. While I still prefer the beef, both dishes offered a generous portion and a satisfying spicy kick.Overall, this is a great place for a shared meal!

You know the food is good when it's always crowded and there's a long line! The restaurant is a bit small for the demand. There's usually a wait, especially on a weekend evening. The food was worth the wait though! The service is pretty quick. Probably one of the best Asian restaurants in Austin!I would recommend everything we ordered! It was all very delicious and fresh. We ordered the sesame chicken, cumin limb, garlic eggplant, and the Szechuan dry stir fried chicken.

For the past 2 years I have been told to try this place and I'm so glad I finally made it. It was around noon on a Sunday and every single table was occupied. "Must be good", we thought. Scanned the QR code and got on the waitlist. About 10 minutes later, they had our table ready. Service was nice enough and efficient. You order and pay at the counter and they bring your food to the table. We ordered the chicken egg rolls, the jumping fish and the green pepper lamb. Everything was fantastic. I honestly can't pick which entree was better. I kept going back and forth snd well, I will have to go back to try other dishes cause I'm impressed.

Owners are amazing. I've seen this place grow from not busy to being packed everyday of the week I've been there. You order at the counter and then wait for the food at the table.Their sauces are quite good and the variety is great. I found the Szechuan chicken good but want to try more of their speciality dishes.For the dishes in the pictures I would recommend the home style tofu over the eggplant. I liked the crunch of the vegetables in the home style tofu. The eggplant was still really nice with rice and fed me for leftovers. I do want to come back with many people so I can try a larger variety of dishes

I really like this place. I was trying to decide where to eat on a Sunday morning and wanted it to be tasty for everyone's palate. Plenty of parking but it is a busy center so beware of that. The space inside isn't huge but it isn't really small. There are about 15 tables. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. We orders so much because I wanted to try everything! We had the spicy wanton soup, jumping fish, chicken with broccoli, spring onion and lamb, egg plant, green beans, ma pa tofu, They give you a water carafe and small water cups (more like hot tea cups). Napkins and chopsticks are on the table, but if you need a fork or spoon you need to get it at the other counter that also has the Togo boxes. Can't wait to come back!