Been going here since I was brought home from China at 9 months old and this place never fails. Out of all the Chinese restaurants I've tried in my life, nothing compares to the authenticity, quality, and atmosphere of this place. The owners work their asses off everyday and have the most welcoming presence. Their quality is consistent and tasteful. You can always change the spice level and their broths are not some nasty yellow water like other places, you can tell it is real bone broth!! My go-to food options are always the Wonton Soup and Hunan Chicken. Best believe I will never let this place close.

Service and Food excellent. I had sesame chicken and my husband had Kung Pao chicken. Best in Nashville!!

Dependable, reasonably priced and nearby, making this restaurant a favorite when in Madison.

We have visited the China Cottage several times and always have a great experience. The service is always friendly and it is one of our favorite Chinese restaurants in the area. The shrimp and vegetables, teriyaki chicken, and crab Rangoon are some of our favorite items. The egg drop soup is always a must - it's so good! China Cottage is a great choice if you find yourself hungry in Madison with a craving for some delicious Chinese cuisine.

Quality Chinese is somewhat of a myth here in Nashville... sans the "somewhat" if we didn't have China Cottage. This is one IF NOT the best Chinese spot in Nashville. Food will speak for itself. I don't need to write a novel... filling the review with a bunch of flowery words, adjectives and/or imagery. The food is good. Put it in your mouth and you will know yourself. I try something different most of the time but staples in my house is the Lo Mein, orange chicken, spring rolls, chicken wings, etc. Everything here is top. Service is always on as well. Family ran and a great family at that. The scene here is cool if you want to dine in. Typical Asian themed spot, but they are remodeling so who knows maybe they'll go with 70s disco or 90s rave next... check them out if you like tasty morsels.

China Cottage is in a word "great." We had the General Tso chicken and fried rice. The ingredients are of high quality, and the preparation is done right. The General Tso breading was light, the chicken was a good quality white meat. Sauce was flavorful with a bit spice. Not thick and sugary and seems like it came directly out of can that you get at similar types of restaurants. Fried rice was plentiful and had a good flavor. As did the hot tea. Service was attentive, fast, and they seemed to actually enjoy being there, and helping. We were genuinely invited back and encouraged to try other items on the menu us because they are all good. And we believe them. Prices are reasonable, and they don't nickel and dime you. Entrees are around 12-14 on average. Hot Tea was $1.65. Menu selection has all classics you find in any Chinese restaurant which caters to a western customer. China Cottage just became our go to for Chinese food.

This place has great service & really good Chinese food. I was so surprised as it looks unassuming on the outside in the busy Rivergate area but blows the other Chinese restaurants in the area away in terms of quality. General tso's, orange chicken, & the crab delight were all tasted and satisfying. Making this my new go to for take out & for when I need satiate my craving for Chinese. I still think Lucky Bamboo is tops but it's not close to home like China Cottage

It's been a long time since I've had good Chinese. If you're looking for something good, GET HERE FAST. Best quality food I've had in some time. Service was amazing and food came out fast, hot and exceptionally delicious. I can believe I was born and raised 4 miles from this place and it's been here almost 1/2 my life. There's a new location in Hendersonville and I look forward to visiting that one soon, as well.