Speaking of Xi'an, what comes to mind?
An ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, the Terracotta Army, the Eight Scenic Spots of Chang'an, the Silk Road...
NO!NO!NO!
For foodies, it must be those countless and indescribable delicacies!
Lamb burgers, biangbiang noodles, Jia San's soup dumplings
Ding Jia's crispy pork, Zhen Gao...
First, grab this ultimate Xi'an [Foodie Guide]!
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Many friends have heard of Xi'an's Muslim Quarter. It is a famous culinary and cultural district in Xi'an, the most concentrated area for local snacks (mainly halal foods), and a must-visit spot when coming to Xi'an. With a long history dating back thousands of years,
Lao Mi's Lamb Burger is located in the middle section of Xiyangshi Street in Beilin District. When eating lamb burgers, you can choose pre-torn bread or tear it yourself. The art of eating a lamb burger lies in tearing the bread—the way it’s torn directly affects the final texture. You should pinch it into small pieces with your fingernails so that there are no hard cores when cooked. After tearing, hand over the bowl to the server and wait for your number to be called. The lamb broth is excellent—clear yet rich in flavor. Even those who aren’t fond of the gamy taste can enjoy it. Once the bread soaks up the broth, it becomes very chewy and flavorful. The broth itself is delicious. As the bread absorbs the broth, the liquid level decreases, but you can ask the staff to refill it for free. Paired with chili sauce and sweet garlic, it’s not greasy at all. Average cost per person is around 35 RMB.
Address: No. 127, Xiyangshi Street, Beilin District
Jia San's Soup Dumplings
Their signature soup dumplings are small, delicate, crystal-clear, with thin skins and rich fillings. The juice is fresh and delicious. The best part of halal soup dumplings is definitely the broth—you must eat them while hot. Place the dumpling in a small spoon, bite a small hole, pour out the juice, sip the rich soup, and eat the dumpling—it’s a real treat. Average cost per person is about 25 RMB. A basket of soup dumplings plus a bowl of porridge make a perfect match.
Address: No. 93, Beiyuanmen, Muslim Quarter, Beilin District
Fanji Preserved Pork Burger (Zhubashi Branch)
The meat is soft, and with one bite, you can feel the juices inside. It’s fatty but not greasy, lean but not dry, and it smells delicious with just one bite. The outside bread is soft, slightly crispy on the outer layer. The meat has a strong flavor, balanced by the mild taste of the bun, making the combination just right. Average cost per person is around 13 RMB.
Address: No. 53, Zhubashi Street, Beilin District
Xi'an Homestay Recommendations
Ding Jia's Crispy Pork in the Muslim Quarter of Xi'an has a history of over twenty years and is extremely popular locally, attracting many diners who come specifically for it. Its yellow bowls hold the crispy pork, with a layer of golden oil glistening on top, and large chunks of meat peeping through, each piece coated in a thin layer of flour.
Huanggui Persimmon Cake is one of the favorite snacks of Xi’an locals. During persimmon season, ripe persimmons are peeled, deseeded, and mixed with flour. The dough is rolled out, filled with various ingredients to create different flavors—such as walnut, sesame, peanut, rose, red bean paste, date paste, etc.—shaped into ping-pong-sized balls, flattened into small rounds, and pan-fried until cooked.
Lu Zhi Liang Fen could be considered a “dark cuisine” of the Muslim Quarter. Its seasoning has layers of complex flavors—numbing, spicy, sour, sharp, and fragrant. It’s usually only available in the summer. Eating Lu Zhi Liang Fen with bread also involves “eating like a silkworm”—a bite of sesame paste aroma, a bite of Lu Zhi seasoning fragrance, a bite of chili oil fragrance, then suddenly a sharp mix of mustard and mashed garlic. The softness of the liang fen and the chewiness of the bread blend within these complex flavors, and you mustn’t stir it randomly. First-timers may not understand this dish that is both cold and hot, with a chaotic mix of flavors. But it’s only available until after lunchtime!
Address: Intersection of Dapiyuan (diagonally opposite Shengjia Noodle Skin Shop, where Ding Jia's Crispy Pork is located)
Xi'an Homestay Recommendations
Zeng Gao (literally “Steam Cake”) is a specialty snack of Xi'an, with a long history originating from the Zhou Dynasty. The deep pot used to steam the cake was historically called a “zeng,” hence the name.
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The signature dish here is sauerkraut stir-fried rice. The sauerkraut has a unique taste — as a pickled vegetable, it’s neither overly salty nor too sour. It also perfectly cuts through the greasiness, while the tangy-spicy flavor stimulates the appetite. The combination of vegetables and tofu complements each other beautifully, and with the seasonings and cooking time expertly controlled, it tastes very delicious.The signature dish here is sauerkraut stir-fried rice. The sauerkraut has a unique taste — as a pickled vegetable, it’s neither overly salty nor too sour. It also perfectly cuts through the greasiness, while the tangy-spicy flavor stimulates the appetite. The combination of vegetables and tofu complements each other beautifully, and with the seasonings and cooking time expertly controlled, it tastes very delicious.
Xi’an homestay near Bell Tower and Xiaozhai
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Tianyidiyi Noodles (Dayan Pagoda Square Branch)
Have another bowl of Shaogu Noodles — they’re full of flavor, with various vegetables in the noodles, a rich broth, and chewy, resilient noodles. The taste is relatively light, but genuinely delicious. Friends who love vinegar can add a bit more for an even tastier tangy flavor. Average cost per person is 30 yuan.
Address: No. 8, Xiaozhai East Road, Yanta District
There’s just so much delicious food in Xi’an!
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