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    China Cottage

    4.0 (253 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Good for kids

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    Been coming to this Chinese restaurant for over 2 decades. Their pork eggrolls are so good. Crispy and hot. Love them! My main meal is the chicken.with vegetables. You get a very generous portion during lunch or dinner. Beats any fast food by a mile. I order my meal without certain vegetables. They will happily accommodate. Food is always hot. Fresh. I eat here almost every day for lunch. One has to questions those reviewers saying they had a bad experience. I have never had a bad experience in more than 20 years.

    Been visiting this location for many years. The food is always fresh and hot, and the staff are always ready to help with any requests. Quiet and peaceful and clean. Come visit YE!

    Not shrimp and more vegetables than chicken

    I ordered Kung Pao Shrimp and got Kung Pao Chicken. You can say it's an honest mistake but nearly every time I order any shrimp dishes here, they either skimp on the shrimp or give me something with chicken. Especially if I DoorDash it. I will not be going here again.

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    The food was fresh and tasted delicious!! Wish we had this place near us in San Antonio

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    The owner is very friendly, the food is delicious, and everything feels very trustworthy.

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    Fast service and nice staff and per person only 30 or less and good for a quick filling lunch or dinner

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    This the best Chinese food that I have eaten in Katy!!! It is reasonably priced and the preparation time is short.

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    I had very Awesome and fresh food and have came back for some more. I will definitely come back again

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    this place is solid, old school Chinese joint with good food, quick service and friendly staff.

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    thebest price and food! always so nice and welcoming staff, my grandpa loves coming here!

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