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70 places
to eat in Chengdu

Street snacks, old favourites, Sichuan restaurants, hotpot and chuanchuan—with the Chinese names you actually need for maps and taxis.

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Start with the kind of meal you want

This is not a “best restaurant” ranking. It is a practical shortlist built from local knowledge and repeated research, so you can find something that fits your route, appetite and comfort level.

List 01 · 35 places

Street snacks & old favourites

For breakfast, small bites, noodles, pastries, old shops and neighbourhood flavours.

List 02 · 35 places

Sichuan food, hotpot & chuanchuan

For proper sit-down meals, family-style sharing, spicy hotpot and late-night skewers.

Three things that make this list easier to use

1. Copy the Chinese name

Restaurant names are not translated into invented English names. Tap “Copy Chinese name” and paste it into Apple Maps, Amap or your ride-hailing app.

2. “Mild” may still feel spicy

Chengdu’s mild can be lively. Ask for 微辣 (mild) and choose a split hotpot when possible—but some sauces and broths cannot be made completely chilli-free.

3. Tell the restaurant about allergies

Sichuan kitchens commonly use chilli, Sichuan pepper, sesame, peanuts, soy, pork stock and shared cooking equipment. Ingredient tags here are prompts, not allergy guarantees.

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Varies by dishWorth a detour
WHAT TO ORDER

Tianshui mian (thick, chewy sweet-spicy noodles); yellow liangfen jelly; xuanzi liangfen

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 16 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The tianshui mian is thick, chewy and sweet-spicy—not a bowl of soup noodles. Sharing two small dishes is a good way to start.

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青羊区文殊院街39号

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Varies by dishClassic first tasteOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Mapo tofu; cold noodles with shredded chicken; fuqi feipian (chilled beef and offal in chilli oil)

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 62 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The signature mapo tofu is distinctly numbing and spicy. Search for the Donghuamen Street main branch, as older addresses still appear online.

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青羊区东华门街51号

Area: Tianfu Square / Luomashi

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Varies by dishMeal or takeawayOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Assorted luwei (spiced braised meats); fuqi feipian; mapo tofu

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 68 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Braised items are sold by portion or weight. If you are still walking around, start small and add more only if needed.

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锦江区华兴正街62—63号

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Varies by dishEasy for visitors
WHAT TO ORDER

Chaoshou wontons in clear broth; hot-and-sour chaoshou; dan dan noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 31 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Its strength is convenience and variety. Order several small portions to sample rather than expecting every item to be the city’s single best version.

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锦江区城守街63号

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Mostly mild or sweetGood when nearby
WHAT TO ORDER

Black-sesame tangyuan; tangyuan in sweet fermented-rice soup

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 15–25 for a small tasting

GOOD TO KNOW

Treat this as a sweet stop, not a full meal. One serving is easy to share, and it is worth checking the branch status before setting out.

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锦江区总府路23号附2号

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Varies by dishGood when nearby
WHAT TO ORDER

Zhong dumplings in sweet chilli oil; tianshui mian; cold noodles with shredded chicken

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 25 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Zhong dumplings come in a sweet, garlicky chilli-oil sauce; they are very different from northern-style boiled dumplings.

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青羊区少城路12号人民公园紫薇阁内

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Varies by dishWorth a detour
WHAT TO ORDER

Sanzi douhua (tofu pudding with crispy twists); dry spicy minced-pork noodles; brown-sugar douhua

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 23 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

If savoury douhua is new to you, try the sanzi version first and add a brown-sugar douhua for a gentler contrast.

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青羊区西大街86号附13号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Varies by dishWorth a detourOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Spicy feichang fen (sweet-potato noodles with pork intestine); stuffed intestine; guokui flatbread

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 19 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This is a pork-intestine speciality. Start with a small bowl; the guokui can be eaten on its own or dipped into the broth.

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金牛区马鞍北路18号

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Mostly mild or sweetGood when nearby
WHAT TO ORDER

Tomato-and-fried-egg noodles; sweet fermented-rice dumpling dessert

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 14 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A simple, comforting local bowl built around tomato broth and a fried egg—good when you want a break from heavy chilli.

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锦江区梓潼桥正街45号附6号

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Varies by dishWorth a detour
WHAT TO ORDER

Pugai mian — broad hand-pulled noodle sheets with beef or minced-pork sauce

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 18 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The noodle sheets are broad and intentionally chewy. Choose another shop if you strongly prefer soft, thin noodles.

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金牛区解放路二段2号附4号

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Usually spicy; ask for mildWorth a detourPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Mao cai with beef, beef tripe, luncheon meat and vegetables

APPROXIMATE COST

Choose by weight; about CNY 35–45 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Ingredients are chosen by weight, so the total rises quickly. Pick a modest first basket, especially if you are also ordering rice.

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青羊区西二道街19号附1号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Usually spicy; ask for mildSit-down group mealOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Chilled pork intestine; wok-seared intestine; intestine in a spicy chilli broth

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 35–45 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Nearly every signature centres on pork intestine. It is excellent for offal lovers and an easy skip for everyone else.

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武侯区红牌楼北街6号附1号

Area: Wuhou Shrine / Hongpailou

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Varies by dishEat as you explore
WHAT TO ORDER

Guokui with shredded vegetables; dressed beef; or brown-sugar filling

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 11 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The beef and three-shred guokui are the savoury classics; brown sugar makes an easy dessert version.

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青羊区人民中路三段19号

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Varies by dishEat as you explorePork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Egg pancakes with cream and pork floss; spicy minced beef; or sugar and sesame

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 10 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Each egg pancake is small and cooked to order. Two or three different fillings are more fun to share than one large snack.

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青羊区文庙西街1号附8号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Mostly mild or sweetTakeaway / edible gifts
WHAT TO ORDER

Napoleon pastry; peppery savoury pastry; traditional peach cookies

APPROXIMATE COST

Usually CNY 20–40 to sample several pastries

GOOD TO KNOW

Pastries are usually sold by weight and queues can build near Wenshu Monastery. Buy a small mixed bag rather than committing to one flavour.

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青羊区酱园公所街65号附近(导航前请核对具体门店)

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Usually spicy; ask for mildTakeaway / edible giftsRabbit dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Hand-shredded roast rabbit, spicy or five-spice; spicy rabbit head

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 57 per person; half or whole rabbit follows the day’s price

GOOD TO KNOW

Rabbit is sold in larger portions, often half or whole. Ask about the day’s portion size and choose spicy or five-spice before ordering.

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武侯区玉林街26号附20号1层

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Varies by dishSit-down group mealPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Pig-trotter soup with snow peas; chilled dressed trotter; homestyle Sichuan dishes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 45–60 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The snow-pea pig-trotter soup is rich but not aggressively spicy. Pair it with one chilli-dressed side if your group wants both styles.

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青羊区陕西街259号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Usually spicy; ask for mildWorth a detourPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Crispy minced-pork noodles in chilli oil; zajiang noodles; steamed egg with minced pork

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 16 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A very local everyday noodle stop. Mix dry noodles thoroughly from the bottom so the sauce coats every bite.

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武侯区肖家河北街8号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Usually spicy; ask for mildSit-down group mealRabbit dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Spicy or five-spice rabbit head; mao cai

APPROXIMATE COST

Rabbit heads priced individually; about CNY 60–80 per person for a meal

GOOD TO KNOW

Rabbit head is bony and eaten slowly by hand. If it is your first time, ask the staff—or a local friend—to show you how.

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双流区清泰路41号

Area: Shuangliu / Airport area

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Varies by dishQuick solo mealOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Feichang fen with stuffed pork intestine; guokui; warm dressed pork intestine

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 20–30 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The main shop is outside central Chengdu, so it makes most sense when you are already heading towards Shuangliu or the airport.

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双流区西航港新街153号

Area: Shuangliu / Airport area

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Varies by dishBest for sharingDuck dishesFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Tea-smoked duck; glutinous-rice duck; fish-fragrant eggplant cakes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 65 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Duck portions can be generous. Ask whether a half portion is available if only one or two people are eating.

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青羊区长顺下街55号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Usually spicy; ask for mildTakeaway / edible giftsRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Chilled rabbit pieces in chilli sauce; rabbit head; fuqi feipian

APPROXIMATE COST

Usually CNY 25–50 per takeaway portion

GOOD TO KNOW

Best treated as takeaway and eaten the same day. The signature rabbit is served chilled in a punchy chilli dressing.

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武侯区武侯祠大街180号附4号

Area: Wuhou Shrine / Hongpailou

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Varies by dishEat as you explore
WHAT TO ORDER

Egg pancakes with sweet-spicy savoury filling; fresh pork filling; or five-spice sesame

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 12–15 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This is a tiny old-school stall, so go for the fresh pancake and local atmosphere rather than a polished sit-down experience.

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金牛区内曹家巷工人村2栋附近

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Usually spicy; ask for mildClassic first tasteOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Fuqi feipian; mapo tofu; Zhong dumplings in sweet chilli oil

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 45–65 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Fuqi feipian contains beef and offal; its dressing may also include sesame or peanuts. Ask clearly if you have allergies.

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锦江区总府路23号1—2层

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Varies by dishWorth a detourPork dishesFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Fish-fragrant pork-rib noodles; mushroom chaoshou in chilli oil; peppery beef noodles; steamed egg

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 19–20 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

“Fish-fragrant” describes a sweet-sour-spicy Sichuan flavour profile; it does not normally mean the noodles contain fish.

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青羊区吉祥街8号附2号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Mostly mild or sweetEat as you explore
WHAT TO ORDER

Tangyou guozi — fried sticky-rice balls with caramelised brown sugar and sesame

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 5–10 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Eat tangyou guozi while it is freshly fried: the outside is crisp, the centre chewy, and the sugar coating pleasantly sticky.

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青羊区三道街2号附4号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / People’s Park

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Varies by dishBest for sharingOffal / specialist cutsPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Sizzling eggplant; cabbage with vermicelli; garlic pork belly; signature pork intestine; crispy corn

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 60–75 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

In Chengdu, a so-called “fly restaurant” means a tiny, unpretentious local eatery. Come for bold cooking, not elegant surroundings.

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金牛区外曹家巷26号附15号

Area: Wenshu Monastery / Caojiaxiang

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Varies by dishBest for sharingPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Lotus-root and pork-bone soup; mapo tofu; steamed pork in lotus leaf; kung pao chicken; twice-cooked pork

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 52–55 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A useful first Sichuan meal for a small group: balance the spicy dishes with lotus-root soup and seasonal vegetables.

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锦江区红星路二段20号1层附9号

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Varies by dishQuick solo meal
WHAT TO ORDER

Dry spicy minced-pork noodles; fried egg; house pickles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 15 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The noodles arrive with sauce underneath. Mix very thoroughly before eating, then use the pickles to reset your palate.

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锦江区莲桂东路师大附中西南门斜对面(导航搜店名)

Area: Shuinianhe / Local neighbourhoods

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Varies by dishQuick solo mealPork dishesFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Seafood noodles; dry spicy minced-pork noodles; guaiwei noodles; steamed egg; twice-cooked-pork noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 14 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This is a neighbourhood noodle shop rather than a seafood restaurant. Go earlier in the day for the widest choice.

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武侯区红牌楼北街6号院附近(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Wuhou Shrine / Hongpailou

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Varies by dishWorth a detourOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Red-broth or clear-broth pork-intestine noodles; stuffed intestine; guokui

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 20–30 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The stall sits inside a working market. Daytime is easiest, and checking the latest map pin before leaving will save time.

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金牛区抚琴综合市场内(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Shuinianhe / Local neighbourhoods

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Usually spicy; ask for mildBest for sharingOffal / specialist cutsDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Roast duck and duck intestine in a spicy mao-cai broth; hand-rolled noodles; vegetables

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 35–50 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The roast duck is finished in a spicy mao-cai broth. Add noodles and vegetables if you want to turn it into a fuller meal.

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锦江区东升街与红星路四段交汇处东南约80米

Area: Chunxi Road / Huaxing Street

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Usually spicy; ask for mildSit-down group mealOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef skewers; stem lettuce; chicken gizzards; house hotpot dipping oil

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 74 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Chuanchuan may be charged by stick count or weight. Ask how pricing works before filling your tray.

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锦江区水碾河路26号(近蜀都大道)

Area: Shuinianhe / Local neighbourhoods

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Usually spicy; ask for mildEat as you explore
WHAT TO ORDER

Scissor-cut fried potatoes; sweet-sour-spicy potatoes; potatoes with fish mint

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 10–15 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Fish mint (zhe’ergen) is intensely herbal and famously divisive. Ask to leave it out if you are unsure.

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武侯区玉林综合市场靠玉林八巷一侧(导航搜店名)

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Varies by dishQuick solo meal
WHAT TO ORDER

Tianshui mian; liangfen jelly noodles; cold noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 10–20 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Tianshui mian is thick, chewy and sweet-spicy. A small serving leaves room for more stops nearby.

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武侯区芳草街新能巷2号附5号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cutsFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Spicy mandarin fish; beef with red chilli; wok-fried eel; crispy huanghou; cabbage meatball soup

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 88 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The fresh-chilli dishes are lively and best shared. Add a soup or seasonal vegetable to keep the meal balanced.

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武侯区蜀汉街10号附近(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Wuhou Shrine / Gaoshengqiao

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Medium heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cutsPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Wok-fried pork liver and kidney; kung pao chicken; sticky-rice pork ribs; meatball soup

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 64 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The liver-and-kidney stir-fry is best eaten immediately. Kung pao chicken is an easier alternative if your group avoids offal.

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武侯区肖家河中街32号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium heatGood first Chengdu mealOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Wok-fried pork liver and kidney; pickled-chilli dishes; homestyle braises; seasonal Sichuan dishes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 100–150 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This courtyard restaurant works best for three to six people. Booking ahead is sensible for dinner and weekends.

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锦江区静居寺399号

Area: Jiuyan Bridge / Niuwangmiao

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Medium-high heatWorth a detourOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Braised beef tendon with green chilli; fish in chilli broth; fresh-chilli fish roe; seven-vegetable soup

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 70–100 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Fresh-chilli and boiled dishes run hot. The seven-vegetable soup is a smart counterpoint for the table.

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锦江区年丰巷56号附3号

Area: Jiuyan Bridge / Niuwangmiao

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Heat can be adjustedGood for group dining
WHAT TO ORDER

Traditional Sichuan stir-fries; braised dishes; seasonal dishes; private-room set menus

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 150–250 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Private rooms are the main draw. Reserve ahead and share your group size, budget and dietary limits when booking.

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武侯区成汉南路19号天府新谷5号楼4层

Area: South Chengdu / Financial City

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Medium heatGood for group diningFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Leshan-style stir-fries; eel dishes; seasonal Sichuan dishes; rice-friendly braises

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 100–140 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Bring a few people and order family-style; the menu is much easier to appreciate when everyone shares several dishes.

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锦江区莲花南路25号附近(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Jiuyan Bridge / Niuwangmiao

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Wok-seared pork intestine; crucian carp with huoxiang herb; liver and kidney; braised duck; sliced pork belly

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 58–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A lively, no-frills local meal. Several signatures contain offal, so check the dish list before making the trip.

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高新区大源片区(导航搜“富贵饭店大源店”)

Area: South Chengdu / Financial City

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Medium heatGreat with friendsPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Signature spicy sliced beef; kung pao tofu; pork belly with cold noodles; homestyle braises

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 74 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Good for a casual group meal. Some signature names are hard to decode in translation, so showing the Chinese dish list to staff helps.

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武侯区玉洁巷1号附17—21号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Heat can be adjustedGood first Chengdu mealOffal / specialist cutsFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Maoxuewang (meat, offal and blood curd in chilli broth); kung pao prawn balls; crisp steamed pork; chicken douhua

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 117 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A polished, central option near Taikoo Li. It is easier for a first visit than many neighbourhood restaurants, but queues are common.

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锦江区东糠市街1号

Area: Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li

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Medium-high heatGood first Chengdu mealPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Chilli chicken; black tofu; pork belly with cold noodles; twice-cooked pork; preserved egg with charred peppers

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 65 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Popular and centrally located. Go with a group so you can share one chilli-heavy dish, one classic stir-fry and a vegetable.

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锦江区春熙路商圈(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li

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Heat can be adjustedGood for group dining
WHAT TO ORDER

Dry-fried river loach with green chilli; house-cured meats; refined braises; seasonal Sichuan dishes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 358 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This is the premium choice in the list. Reserve ahead and confirm the current menu and price if planning a special meal.

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武侯区望江路1号格林威治广场8栋附1号

Area: Jiuyan Bridge / Niuwangmiao

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Heat can be adjustedGood for group diningFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Eel with vermicelli; Hongxing chicken; kung pao chicken; traditional braises

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 100–150 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

An established restaurant with broad choices, useful for families or mixed-age groups who want a comfortable sit-down meal.

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武侯区紫薇东路137号清华坊2号综合楼

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatBest for sharingRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cutsFish / seafood
WHAT TO ORDER

Rabbit with young ginger; fish with pickled mustard greens; maoxuewang; homestyle braises

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 66 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A convenient meal around Eastern Suburb Memory. The young-ginger rabbit and maoxuewang are both bold, spicy choices.

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成华区建设南路93号附1号东郊记忆北大门

Area: Jianshe Road / Eastern Suburb Memory

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Medium-high heatGood first Chengdu mealPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Mao-style roast duck; tea-smoked duck; twice-cooked pork; homestyle Sichuan dishes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 55–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A straightforward first stop for roast duck plus familiar Sichuan dishes, especially when your group wants variety.

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锦江区青石桥片区(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li

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Heat can be adjustedGood for group dining
WHAT TO ORDER

Creative Sichuan dishes; braises; seasonal plates; sharing dishes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 99–140 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The menu changes with seasons and creative specials. Ask staff what is working best that day before ordering.

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武侯区万象南路669号象南里1栋209—211、224号

Area: South Chengdu / Financial City

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Split pot availableGood first Chengdu mealOffal / specialist cutsPork dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Goose intestine; tender beef; beef tripe; silky blood curd; fried pork strips

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 119 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

For a gentler hotpot experience, ask for a split pot. “Mild” Chengdu hotpot can still feel hot to first-time visitors.

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武侯区倪家桥路9号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatWorth a detourRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cutsDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Fresh beef tripe; duck intestine; spicy rabbit stomach; huanghou; brown-sugar glutinous-rice cakes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 135 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A traditional hotpot experience that rewards booking ahead. Start with a moderate order; more ingredients can always be added.

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青羊区琴台路60号

Area: Du Fu Thatched Cottage / Qintai Road

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Split pot availableGood first Chengdu mealOffal / specialist cutsDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef tripe; duck intestine; huanghou; spicy beef; brown-sugar glutinous-rice cakes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 107–120 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

There are several branches, so search the full Chinese name and confirm you are heading to the Yulin location.

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武侯区倪家桥路海联大厦1号楼1层附3号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef tripe; duck intestine; fried pork strips; fish mint; sweet-potato noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 75 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A relatively accessible old-school hotpot. Ask for the least-spicy available broth if your group is new to Sichuan heat.

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青羊区清江东路商圈(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Du Fu Thatched Cottage / Qintai Road

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Split pot availableBest for sharingOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef tripe; tender beef; duck intestine; fried pork strips; brown-sugar glutinous-rice cakes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 103 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The courtyard atmosphere is part of the appeal. It works especially well for groups who want a lively, longer dinner.

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青羊区青华路43号附近(认准杜甫草堂直营店)

Area: Du Fu Thatched Cottage / Qintai Road

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High heatLate-night pickOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Spicy beef; beef tripe; duck intestine; fried pork strips; pig brain

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 88 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The beef-tallow broth is rich and very spicy. Add leafy vegetables and noodles later, after the broth has intensified.

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武侯区二环路南三段9号附3号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatBest for sharingOffal / specialist cutsDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef tripe; duck intestine; huanghou; tender beef; brown-sugar glutinous-rice cakes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 101 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Traditional copper-pot hotpot with a strong aroma. Expect your clothes to smell like hotpot afterwards—in Chengdu, that is part of the evening.

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武侯区玉林中路27—29号

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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Medium-high heatLate-night pickOffal / specialist cutsPork dishesDuck dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Sweet-potato noodles; duck intestine; beef tripe; tender beef; fried pork strips

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 80–100 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The sweet-potato noodles absorb both oil and chilli, so add them near the end. This is a lively neighbourhood late-night stop.

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锦江区水碾河商圈(导航搜完整店名)

Area: Shuinianhe / MixC

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Medium-high heatWorth a detourRabbit dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Fresh rabbit; rabbit head; bamboo shoots; broth-based dipping sauce; vegetables

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 60–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This rabbit speciality is well outside the city centre. Combine it with a Longquanyi-area day rather than making a separate cross-city trip.

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龙泉驿区上游4组87号

Area: South Chengdu / Longquanyi / Outer areas

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsRabbit dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Rabbit hotpot; broth-based dipping sauce; potatoes; celtuce; konjac

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 60–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Rabbit is ordered by weight, so confirm the amount for your group before cooking begins. The broth-based dip is part of the local style.

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武侯区天仁北二街1号2幢1单元1号

Area: South Chengdu / Financial City

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Medium-high heatLate-night pickRabbit dishes
WHAT TO ORDER

Taro chicken; chicken feet; fresh-chilli rabbit; konjac

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 57 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The taro stays extremely hot and absorbs the chilli broth. Let it cool before eating, and choose a small pot for two people.

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锦江区龙王庙正街9号

Area: Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef tripe; beef tendon; beef-offal broth; radish; broth-based dipping sauce

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 70–100 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

This is a beef-offal meal from start to finish. It is memorable for offal fans and not a compromise choice for mixed groups.

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武侯区红牌楼北街30号附3号

Area: Wuhou Shrine / Gaoshengqiao

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Medium-high heatGood first Chengdu mealRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef skewers; chicken gizzards; rabbit kidney; chicken cartilage; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 70–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Take a small first round of skewers, then add more. Confirm whether the bill is calculated by sticks or by weight.

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武侯区玉林街26号附23号附近

Area: Yulin / Xiaojiahe

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High heatWorth a detourRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef skewers; rabbit kidney; pig brain; potatoes; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 65 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Queues can be long and opinions vary. Keep it as a Kuixinglou-area option, not a reason to wait for hours.

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青羊区奎星楼街33号

Area: Kuanzhai Alley / Kuixinglou

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Cold-pot beef skewers; rabbit kidney; chicken gizzards; pig brain; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 60–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

A small, noisy, old-school shop with several offal specialities. Eat the skewers while they are hot for the best texture.

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成华区中道街99号附32号

Area: Jianshe Road / Eastern Suburb Memory

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Medium-high heatBest for sharingOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Chicken-gizzard skewers; beef skewers; chicken cartilage; beef tripe; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 65–85 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Chicken gizzard should stay crisp, so do not overcook it. The small skewers add up quickly—start with fewer than you think.

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成华区双林北支路335号新华公园对面

Area: Jianshe Road / Eastern Suburb Memory

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Medium-high heatGood first Chengdu mealRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Plate-style spicy beef; rabbit kidney in chilli broth; hotpot noodles; chicken gizzards; potatoes

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 76 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The plate-style format is easy for newcomers to understand. Start with a few plates, then return for more.

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武侯区致民路48号

Area: Jiuyan Bridge / Niuwangmiao

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Medium-high heatBest for sharingRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef-and-celery skewers; rabbit kidney; chicken gizzards; chicken cartilage; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 60–80 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Its central location is the main advantage. Choose it after Chunxi Road when convenience matters more than old-neighbourhood atmosphere.

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锦江区东大街下东大街段21号附8号香槟广场2层

Area: Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef skewers; pig brain with two kinds of chilli; chicken gizzards; fried rice; hotpot noodles

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 50–70 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

The two-chilli pig brain is a signature, but there is no need to order it if offal is not for you. Fried rice makes a good finish.

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金牛区平福路143号

Area: South Chengdu / Longquanyi / Outer areas

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Medium-high heatGreat with friendsRabbit dishesOffal / specialist cuts
WHAT TO ORDER

Beef skewers; chicken gizzards; rabbit kidney; hotpot noodles; broth-based dipping sauce

APPROXIMATE COST

About CNY 50–70 per person

GOOD TO KNOW

Go for the neighbourhood atmosphere if you are already nearby. It is not worth crossing the whole city for the name alone.

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青羊区锦绣光华片区(导航搜完整店名)

Area: South Chengdu / Longquanyi / Outer areas

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Four useful phrases

Show these on your phone. For a serious allergy, use a translation app and confirm with staff before ordering.

Could you make this mild, please?可以做微辣吗?
No chilli, if possible.如果可以,请不要放辣椒。
I don’t eat offal.我不吃内脏。
I have a serious allergy to ___.我对___严重过敏,请帮我确认一下。

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