Restaurants in Chengdu
Sichuanese is one of China's most popular cuisines, and Chengdu is the best place to discover its spicy and tasty dishes, with most restaurants located in the city centre. Locals love traditional hotpots at Weidao Jianghu and golden carp at rustic Baguo Buyi. The Celestial Court at the Sheraton Chengdu Lido offers Sichuanese fine dining, and for a change from Sichuanese, there's Cantonese at the elegant Gingko and northern Indian at Tandoor Indian Cuisine.
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Expand all1. Celestial Court at the Sheraton Chengdu Lido - Classic Sichuanese
Show moreCentrally located Celestial Court, in the heart of the business district, impresses diners with a sumptuous take on local cuisine. Fresh seasonal ingredients are expertly compiled by some of the region's most talented chefs. Attracting a well-dressed mix of hotel residents and local business diners, the opulent oriental interior perfectly complements the elegant menu.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 11.30am-2.30pm & 5.30pm-10pm
Address
15, Section 1, Ren Min Zhong Road, Chengdu 610015
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8676 8999
2. Gingko - Chinese by the river
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The elegant city-centre Gingko restaurant draws the city's best-dressed crowd to dine on speciality dishes from across China. Riverside views and house specialities like king crab steamed with peppercorns (jiaozi zheng guiyu make it worth the high prices. There's also a bar for good cocktails on comfortable sofas overlooking the river. Reserve in advance.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 11am-10pm
Address
12, Lin Jiang Zhong Lu, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8555 5588
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Expand all3. Veranda Bridge Restaurant - Elegance on the Jin
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Spanning the Jin River in downtown Chengdu, the elegant Veranda Bridge Restaurant occupies an entire bridge. Dine on delicious traditional Sichuan dishes or choose from the extensive selection of seafood whilst enjoying the excellent views of Chengdu's changing skyline.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-10pm
Address
Anshun Bridge, 66 Binjiang Dong Lu, Jinjiang District, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8444 6888
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4. Wei Dao Jiang Hu - Classic Sichuan hotpot
Show moreWeidao Jianghu in the Jinniu District serves four different styles of Sichuan Hot Pot - one super spicy, the others non-spicy. Choose from a range of meats, seafood and vegetables and cook them all together in a broth of your choice. Steamy, fragrant and boisterous, this is a great local dining experience.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 9am-2pm & 5pm to 9pm
Address
9, Xi San Duan, Yihuan Lu, Jinniu District, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8757 6673
5. Tandoor Indian Cuisine - Authentic Indian experience
Show moreChengdu's only Indian restaurant specialises in authentic dishes from northern India. Delicious and fresh dishes include the murgh malai kabob, chicken in ginger-garlic paste mixed with cheese, coriander, chilli, cinnamon and anisette. The elegant Indian-designed Tandoor Indian Cuisine has high ceilings and wooden rafters. There are nightly performances of traditional Indian dance.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 11.30am-2pm & 5.30pm-10.30pm
Address
4, Duan, Renmin Nan Lu 34, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8555 1958
Transport
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6. Fiesta Thai - Sichuan spices
Show moreIn typical Sichuan fashion, the Thai dishes at city-centre Fiesta Thai are significantly hotter than their more authentic counterparts. Those that aren't keen on excessive spice admire the setting - high ceilings, polished wooden floors and elegantly-attired waiting staff make for a pleasant escape.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 5pm-10.30pm
Address
6, Linjiang Zhong Lu, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8545 4530
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7. Baguo Buyi - Rustic, regional Sichuanese
Show moreThe charming city-centre restaurant Baguo Buyi offers fresh local fare in rustic surroundings. Dried corn stalks and red peppers hang from the ceiling. Locals love the tofu and golden carp, doufu jiyu, and the more adventurous can try the regional delicacy of gelatinous green turtle stewed with taro (yuer shao jiayu). Reserve in advance.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 11.30am-2.30pm & 5pm-10pm
Address
Section 19, 8 Guangfuqiao Beijie, Nanjiao Park, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8509 5888
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Expand all8. Grandma's Kitchen - Homely Alpine charm
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For homesick travellers, city-centre Grandma's Kitchen offers foreign dishes like steak and fried chicken in a cosy atmosphere. Wooden chairs, gingham cushions and framed photos create an American country home atmosphere. There's also a small library with foreign paperbacks. Grandma's Deli next door offers sandwiches and homemade desserts.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri 8.30am-12am; Sat & Sun 8am-12am
Address
75, Kehua Bei Lu, Chengdu 610016
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8524 2835
Transport
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9. Cafe Paname - Simple vegetarian
Show more This minimalist city centre café serves simple vegetarian dishes like quiches and salads at reasonable price. Guests relax at Cafe Paname with wireless Internet and browse books from the bookshelf. There are also great cocktails, including Margaritas and Daquiris.E-mail this item
Opening Hours
Daily 10am-10pm
Address
143, Ke Hua Bei Lu, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 130 1823 6092
Transport
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