Tourism GuideVarious Food Areas
A culinary journey through Xian's vibrant food districts
Key Information
Cuisine Type
Shaanxi Chinese Muslim
Best Time to Visit
Evening for street food
Must Try Dishes
Biang Biang Noodles Roujiamo Yangrou Paomo
Food Safety
Generally safe stick to busy vendors
Xian is renowned as one of Chinas most important culinary capitals with a rich food heritage spanning over 3000 years As the starting point of the ancient Silk Road Xian has absorbed diverse culinary influences from across Asia creating a unique fusion of flavors The citys food areas offer everything from traditional Muslim Quarter delicacies to modern food streets where you can taste authentic Shaanxi cuisine including the worldfamous Biang Biang noodles roujiamo Chinese hamburger and yangrou paomo lamb stew with bread
Things to Do
- Explore the Muslim Quarter for authentic Hui Muslim cuisine
- Try Biang Biang noodles at local restaurants
- Sample roujiamo Chinese hamburger from street vendors
- Experience yangrou paomo lamb stew with bread
- Visit Huimin Street for traditional snacks
- Explore Yongxingfang Food Street for modern dining
- Try persimmon cakes and other local desserts
- Visit the Bell Tower Food Street for variety