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Chinese, Asian
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Dinner, Lunch
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Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible
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Reviewed May 3, 2019

Very pleasant when ordering and nice family atmosphere. I will say that I think their food has gone down a bit in quality but I'm hoping that's a supplier issue. Will try them again!

Date of visit: November 2018
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Reviewed March 21, 2018

We found this restaurant by accident, and found a lovely, family run affair. The Jasmine tea was great and the food was even better. There was a homely atmosphere with tasty food - perhaps some of the best we've tasted. I had the Szechuan chicken...and my colleague the chicken in black bean sauce. It came with a serving of jasmine boiled rice. It was so tasty and filling. This is a must for our next visit.More

Date of visit: March 2018
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Reviewed November 9, 2017

Our Family as ate here for years, very clean with a friendly staff. Food is good with good potions that can easily be split.

Date of visit: November 2017
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Reviewed October 28, 2017

Took the family out for dinner... our first time at China Cottage. Very pleased with the experience. The decor was nice, with multiple large fish tanks and Chinese art on display. Service was very friendly and helpful. They also have a separate menu in Mandarin....Food was delicious, though next time I'll order it with just a little less salt to suit my taste. Everyone was pleased and we all felt that this should be a repeat experience for the family. Great job!More

Date of visit: October 2017
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Reviewed July 18, 2017 via mobile

This is good food at reasonable prices. My wife and I enjoy this place and even though its a drive we try to go a few times a year. They cook everything fresh The pot stickers are a good way to start

Date of visit: June 2017
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Reviewed June 29, 2017

This is the only place we get Chinese food from. There are other choices, but the owners are so nice and welcoming and the food has never let us down. Although we don't get to eat in, there is always a good number of people...dining when I'm picking up the food. We'll be back!More

Date of visit: June 2017
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Reviewed June 20, 2017

This is the best Chinese takeout for the money in Katy. The appetizers are as big as entrees, the egg drop soup is a favorite of my 7 year old, we love the General Tso's chicken and house special lo Mein. Not too expensive either....Check it out, you wont be disappointed.More

Date of visit: May 2017
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Reviewed May 25, 2017 via mobile

I don't do many reviews, but this place deserves one-A DARN AMAZING one. My whole family loves their food and they give you ample portions; but we all agree, there is just something so calming and comforting about them. I really cannot put my finger...on it; all I know is, that's the feeling I get, and when I've had a really stressful or hard day, everything just seems to be better when I leave here. They've been here forever, so go figure-enough said in Katy, TX where competition is pretty fierce, restaurant-wise. If you're looking for a place with basically "no" turnover-where it gets to the point they remember you and what you like-with amazing food, served promptly; in a nice, calming atmosphere; believe me, you won't be disappointed with China Cottage :) Just FYI our favorite dishes are: General tso's chicken (we get it mild); chicken lo-mein; and our daughter likes the sweet and sour chicken. My husband RAVES about their hot and sour soup, and I like their wonton soup.More

Date of visit: May 2017
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Reviewed October 16, 2016

We decided to eat here because of the good reviews on Trip Advisor. We won't be back. The food wasn't bad, but it wasn't memorable. The flavors were muted, the fried rice was soggy and the service was slow.

Date of visit: October 2016
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Reviewed August 10, 2016

The service was outstanding, language difficulties aside. Most of the family enjoyed their dinners, I ordered the General Tsao's Chicken which was so salty that I threw away the leftovers. It is clean except for the men's room which was disgusting. The owners are on...premise and are very nice. A bit pricey.More

Date of visit: August 2016
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Reviewed May 21, 2016

5-20-16 two others and I had lunch at China Cottage on I-10. It was OK, a little over priced for what we got. They started cleaning our table before we were finished. Had to ask them to bring back some items. Not very professional.

Date of visit: May 2016
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Reviewed May 18, 2016 via mobile

Absolute best chinese in the area. I have eaten at most of the chinese restaurants in Katy and am bummed out that I just found this one. I will not go to any other after finding this. Their pot stickers were twice the size as...usual and home made. All the food we had was amazing. The price was more than fair and the portions were perfect.More

Date of visit: May 2016
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Reviewed April 26, 2016

China Cottage is a small family operations in strip center in Katy TX. When you enter the place is clean and there is almost always someone waiting for take out so it seems to be a local favorite. Seating is combination of Booths and Tables...and staff is always friendly. The menu is diverse with the typical parings of Meat, Chicken, Seafood and the "Chef's Suggestions ".. You can get the meals A la Carte or for $3.50 more make is a meal with Egg Roll, Soup and choice white or fried rice. The food is well prepared and tasty and prices are reasonable. The Spring Rolls are really nice as are the crab Rangoon. They do not have a liquor license so only Tea's and soda's are your drink. Generally speaking the China Cottage is consistently good place to eat at a reasonable price, but the food is not over the top. With the variety of food you should be able to find something you like.More

Date of visit: April 2016
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Reviewed March 31, 2016 via mobile

Flavors drowned out by thickeners. Soups and entrees were flat flavored due to use of some kind of starch. I ordered a "spicy" dish and was warned by the server that it was spicy. I confirmed I liked spicy food. Once again the flavor was...non existent and was as spicy as milk. As an aside the restaurant also has no beer or liquor license. Not critical but worth noting if you preference is a beer with dinner. Very disappointing.More

Date of visit: March 2016
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Reviewed December 14, 2015 via mobile

There food is consistently good. The service is superb and it's an easy in and out. This is the one place I've found that serves Sizzling Rice Soup. They have the usual offerings, but you will be pleased with the quality every time.

Date of visit: October 2015
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I do not know but I would be very reluctant to eat there again as the food was tasteless. The people were nice though spoke very accented and hesitant English so, if you order to go, I suggest you have them repeat the order... More
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China Cottage is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4