China Family Restaurant at Highland

6801 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78752, United States
+1 512-520-4171
$$$ Chinese restaurant , Delivery service , Restaurant
(904 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

China Family Restaurant at Highland is a straightforward, no-frills spot tucked near the airport that locals turn to for hearty, authentic Chinese food with generous portions. This place balances well between reliable dine-in meals and efficient takeout or delivery, making it a practical choice for both family-style dinners and casual weekday dinners. The atmosphere inside contrasts its modest exterior with an unexpected splash of personality—walls adorned with Chinese opera motifs add a cultural touch that feels like a quiet nod to tradition without going over the top.

The menu leans toward classic Sichuan and Hunan flavors, with highlights like dry fried green beans, mapo tofu, and fish fillet in chili oil catering to those who appreciate genuinely spicy and well-seasoned dishes. The portions here are notably large, making it easy to share plates when dining with family or friends, and the pricing keeps it accessible. Beer is available to complement the food, which tends to be on the savory, bold, and sometimes fiery side.

This restaurant attracts a mix of longtime locals familiar with serious Chinese cuisine and newcomers looking for something beyond Americanized options. It’s especially suited for diners who want authentic flavors peppered with a bit of heat, without worrying about overly polished or froufrou surroundings. Service here tends to be attentive and friendly, with staff like Eduardo often mentioned for going the extra mile to make guests feel at home.

For those who want to visit, early evenings or weekend family dinners are popular moments when the place hums with the chatter of groups sharing food. The casual, comfortable atmosphere means you can relax without feeling rushed, whether you're grabbing food to go or settling in for a meal. If you’re drawn to solid, flavorful Chinese plates that satisfy hunger without breaking the bank, China Family Restaurant fits the bill well in this part of Austin.

Highlights
Has fast service
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves organic dishes
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

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Monday

11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

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04:30 PM - 09:30 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

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04:30 PM - 09:30 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

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04:30 PM - 09:30 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 02:30 PM

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04:30 PM - 09:30 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 09:30 PM

904 Reviews
Diego Salinas

21 Dec 2025

Extremely solid and well-priced Chinese food. It is my go-to for takeout as well as for big family-style dining. The portion sizes are so generous, and everything is so flavorful that I always leave very happy. I recommend the mapo tofu, the eggplant, and the 水煮鱼. Plus their green beans are like crack. Plus the interior is actually really cool. I love the Chinese opera theming throughout

Vaibhav Gupta

05 Nov 2025

Amazing as always. We ordered Hunan Chicken for dine in and stir fry Beans, griddled cabbage to go. Each dish was tasteful, authentic, and spice like we wanted. Best Sichuan Chinese food in town by far.

Nyan Myint

20 Oct 2025

One of my go to Schwan Chinese restaurants in Austin. Ed's customer service & attentiveness is over the top. Very big portions & prices are very reasonable. Definitely my top recommended spicy chinese restaurants in town. Again, great big portion delicious food with great friendly service.

Feifei Le

11 Oct 2025

I just love a good hole in the wall food place and that’s what China Family is. I was finally convinced to try this place out; don’t let the exterior push you away! As someone who grew up eating Chinese food this place absolutely blows me away! I haven’t found a perfect 10/10 hot and sour soup in Austin but I think this place is it (not oily and actually spicy). Portions are generous and everything served family style. I’ll be back!!

Jaime Hernandez

21 Sep 2025

We are regulars! My wife and kids love coming here! Service is fast! Food portions are large. If you go I’d request Eduardo, his service is top notch. The owner is very friendly, and she is the definition of a president of the company!

Isom Kuade

13 Sep 2025

At the risk of overselling, this is our family's favorite Sichuan restaurant in ATX - and we've tried them all. We drive 30 mins each way and pass up all other restaurants to eat here. Service is amazing from the staff. From the owner to the servers and of course the top notch chef's. When I forgot my wallet one day, they didn't hesitate to extend a friendly credit until my next visit. Finally, the food. This is what we're all here for - the delicious Sichuan flavors. I recommend sticking to the chef specialty dishes such as Dry Fried Fish/Shrimp, Salt Pepper EVERYTHING (ribs, tofu, shrimp), Fish in Chili Oil, Sizzling Lamb on Iron Plate, and so much more. Explore Sichuan flavors w/out leaving ATX! And if you dine in, the portions are HUGE, which we all need more value in today's market. We bring all our closest out of town friends here. Do yourself a favor and order up an authentic dish today! Tell them Isom sent you. Merry Christmas!!

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