Cozy Inn Chinese Restaurant

This amazing place was recommended to me by a friend who is also fond of well appointed, retro establishments. Cozy Inn Chinese Restaurant was a charming call-back to Jet Set days where people dressed up to dine out and carried on interesting conversations with each other. The place was sparkling and immaculately maintained. The food was outstanding as well, each of my four dinner companions having a variety of Chinese-American dishes that were delicious and filling. I drove here from Racine and was so very happy with the experience. Do yourself a favor: fancy yourself up and enjoy this charming, best of yesteryear restaurant in Janesville, Wisconsin.

We came here for a family dinner.

This is true and authentic Chinese American food. It's not really for the Panda Express crowd.

I ordered wonton soup and it came with chowmein to sprinkle on top.

I ordered the House Fried Rice and it was such a huge portion that I had it for breakfast the next day. I could only eat about a third of it. It was extremely good and flavorful.

My wife ordered chicken and broccoli with white rice and my daughter ordered the cheeseburger and fries. She loved the cheeseburger and kept telling us to try the fries!

My wife wasn't a huge fan of the chicken and broccoli but we will try something else next time. She helped my daughter finish the burger and French fries.

We ordered lemonade and sodas for drinks and it was almost 60 dollars out the door before the tip.

The atmosphere was quiet with music playing in the background and the lights were dimmed. It was relaxing and fulfilling and I would recommend this restaurant.

It reminds me of authentic China Town in San Francisco.

This is one of the oldest continuously operating restaurants in the state. I believe it is the oldest continuously operating Chinese American restaurant in the state.

This is one of those places that you will want to share with your friends well also keeping it a secret. The dining room is a throwback to an earlier time. The proprietors perform all the duties of the restaurant with great speed. The service is top-notch. They were very accommodating of our somewhat complicated order.

The egg drop soup is some of the best we’ve had the eggrolls have a light naughtiness from the peanut sauce inside the eggroll. The hot mustard is memorable and pungent.

The entrées are well portioned and steaming hot out of the kitchen. Our dishes were sauced. My one critique is that I normally prefer some other flavor components and brightness to my dishes. the sauces could use a little sweetness and some brightness from ginger or more acid from Chinese vinegar. Most of the flavor seemed to come from oyster sauce, which is obviously a core flavor in Chinese American cuisine.

I always wanted to check this place out because I heard it's been there for over a 100 years. The food was great, and the wonderful lady that served us was super nice. She kept checking with us, and made sure we we're enjoying our meal. She even packed up our leftovers for us to bring home. The only thing I would change is the lighting because it's a little to dark. I would brighten the restaurant up a tad bit more. Other than that, I really enjoyed the food, and will definitely be visiting again!!

This place is flat out amazing. From the food to the service don't ever change a thing. The atmosphere in this place makes you feel like you're sitting at a Chinese restaurant in Chinatown. Soooooo good I can't say it enough. Must go don't pass it up.

Very cute and cozy interior
Awesome history. Food was amazing!
We got 2 orders of house fried rice, beef and broccoli, shrimp egg foo, and Shrimp Hunan. Also got the crab ragoons but we ate them too quick for a picture.

Been searching for fried rice that tastes close to a Chinese restaurant I used to eat at least twice a month until the rice stopped tasting the same. I don’t know if they forgot to pass the recipe down but I became disappointed and no longer eat there. Decided to give Cozy Inn a try based off the pictures of the fried rice (look like my ex favorite place fried rice) and I’m so happy I did!! Dang near spot on how my ex fav Chinese restaurant rice used to taste❣❣
Cozy Inn please pass the recipe/way of cooking fried rice down to your future cooks because the taste is authentic☺

Best Chinese food and restaurant experience I've had hands down.
The staff is beyond friendly and the atmosphere is worthy of the "Cozy Inn" name.
I always bring out of town people here and everyone leaves singing praises.
Looking forward to future visits and trying more and more new dishes!

Amazing place - it's just over 100 years old! It might be nostalgic for me since I grew up in Janesville, but it is my favorite restaurant of all time. The atmosphere when you walk takes you to another time and place. It's hard to go out with small children, but the staff was so patient and respectful with us. Thank you!

Went on Christmas eve! It was fantastic. Literally the best Chinese food I've ever had. Egg roll, egg drop soup, and the two entrees (I couldn't decide) were fantastic. I will be back! I will seek out the oldest Chinese restaurant in America and see if they are as good!

The Cozy Inn Family is so amazing! The hospitality and kindness we receive from everyone is just amazing! From Amanda to Julie and the cooks. The atmosphere is so genuine and the food is the BEST CHINESE we’ve had anywhere. Now if you could just give me that egg role recipe. 😉

I’ve lived in Janesville for 2 years and finally ordered Friday night take-out from here. Wow! Even though they forgot our Crab Rangoon we got 2 extra egg rolls to make up for it. The egg rolls had a tad too much peanut butter for my liking but overall everything was very good. Kind of neat seeing all the old articles posted at the register and reading the history of the restaurant. I did get stuck at the top of the stairs waiting for other patrons to come up - kind of a tight squeeze for passing on the way up/down.

Holy cow this place is awesome! I had no idea. Was just in town for a night on a road trip, and decided to walk from the hotel to grab a quick bite. I never expected to find such a gem. This place is amazing, and i wish I could come back on the regular. The food is great, as good as I've had in any city. But the decor, atmosphere, and staff are just absolutely world class. This restaurant is like stepping into a time capsule back to my childhood and I absolutely love it.

Had my daughter's birthday dinner there. Party of 10 and they accommodated us well. I called ahead to reserve. Very good service and really friendly. There a reason it's a Janesville staple for the last century.

Just do it if you’re considering it! Very old restaurant, BUT, the food is authentic and fantastic. Large portion sizes - anticipate leftovers. The servers are very quick and attentive. We will definitely be coming back. Would recommend the Beef Kew!!!

By far best Chinese food in the Janesville area. I no longer live in Janesville, but grew up there. Every time I come back I make it a point to order from Cozy Inn.

The owners and staff have been so incredibly kind to me and my family since I was a young child, and they still remember me (and my parents) all these years later.

Their egg rolls, egg drop soup, and fried rice are all excellent. I always get pepper steak which is perfection. My dad loves the sweet and sour chicken, and my mom loves the beef sub gum Cantonese Chow Mein.

This place truly is a gem and I strongly encourage others to check it out.

This place has been on my list for a while, being the oldest Chinese restaurant in Wisconsin and 2nd oldest in the country built it's appeal. Had a very nice meal and great conversations with friends in this small restaurant over Janesville. Well worth the drive down from Madison.

Very great food very great atmosphere, the waitress even stopped by and made sure the temperature of the room was comfortable. The food was plentiful delicious and wonderful, will make as great of left overs as it was fresh! Definitely recommend!

Didn't know that this Chinese restaurant is the 2nd oldest of it's kind in America and oldest in Wisconsin! With that fun fact in my back pocket, I tried a very tasty egg roll and General Tso Chicken! Great service from a very polite staff!

We absolutely love this place. We moved away 11 years ago and stopped while we were on a road trip. Nothing has changed and the food is incredible as always. The egg rolls are remarkable (as long as you like peanut butter). The hot and sour soup is on point! We had three different dishes and they were all really good. Lovely place with a great history and ambiance to match.