The Silk Road Restaurants
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1. Intizar Restaurant
$ | |Frequented by locals and outfitted with wooden paneling and chandeliers, Intizar is the most formal of Kashgar's Uyghur restaurants. It offers a range of Uyghur cuisine, and the menu is translated into English, including helpful descriptions of each dish.
33 Renmin Xi Lu, Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, 844000, ChinaKnown For
- Delicious kebabs
- Baked jiaozi (samsa)
- Uyghur-style atmosphere
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2. Tang Dynasty
$$$$ | |Although it's better known for the affiliated theater, this separate restaurant specializes in the imperial cuisine of its namesake, a taste you're not likely to find back home at your local Chinese restaurant. You can eat at the restaurant separately or reserve tickets for dinner and the show (Y500).
75 Changan Bei Lu, Xian, Shaanxi, 710061, China155-5258--9030Known For
- Entertaining and colorful show
- Excellent seafood dishes
- Ornate Tang-era decoration
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3. Black Tent
$$ | |This place serves great Tibetan, Indian, and Nepali food. The friendly Tibetan waitstaff all hail from Anmo and add to the already-warm atmosphere. On the menu, which is in Tibetan and English, are plump momo (dumplings), a must-order. The restaurant is in Wenmiao Square, a small bar street not far from the Xingwang Hotel.
Wenhua Jie near Xingwang Hotel, Xining, Qinghai Sheng, 810000, China187-9715–2326-mobile phone (no area code)Known For
- International cuisine
- Momo dumplings
- Friendly Tibetan staff
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4. Chuanwei Wang
$ | |You can often tell a good restaurant by the lack of empty tables; at mealtimes, this Sichuanese eatery is always packed. The picture menu makes ordering dishes very simple, but if you're stuck, order gongbao jiding (aka authentic kung pao chicken), a slightly spicy dish of chicken stir-fried with peanuts.
16 Nongmin Xiang, Lanzhou, Gansu Sheng, 730000, China0931-887–9879Known For
- Authentic kung pao chicken
- Spicy tofu
- Dandan noodles
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5. De Fa Chang Restaurant
$$ | |As one of Xi'an's most famous restaurants, De Fa Chang offers a buffet of Chinese dumplings that will satisfy even the hungriest of travelers. The restaurant can be a bit tricky to find; walk along the front of the building facing Xi Dajie, past the shops selling trinkets and antiques to the end of the row.
3 Xi Dajie, Xian, Shaanxi, 710001, China029-8721–4060Known For
- Delicious dumpling soup
- Dumplings made into shapes of animals
- Both meat and vegetarian options
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6. Delhi Darbar
$$ | |For a break from Chinese food, try this authentic Indian restaurant that combines fragrant curries with oven-fresh naan bread. Although the service needs some polishing, the staff are good at handling requests for vegetarian dishes, of which there are also enough on the menu to ensure everyone leaves satisfied.
3 Yanta Xi Lu, Xian, Shaanxi, 710061, China029-8525–5157Known For
- Authentic Indian curries
- Chhach, a yogurt-based drink
- Being vegan-friendly
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7. Elite's Bar and Grill
$$ | |Like manna from heaven, Jesse Hoffman's café serves proper American fare, like juicy steaks, best washed down with Belgian beer, and pizzas that'll make anyone who's been on the Silk Road for awhile dive in with joy. If you're interested in meeting other foreigners, Elite's is the place to go.
37 Xiguan Da Dao, Xining, Qinghai Sheng, 810000, China971-881--6683Known For
- Belgian beer
- Delicious pizzas
- Proper steaks
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8. Greenhouse Coffee
$$ | |With free Wi-Fi and waitstaff who speak English, this is a great place to hunker down and plan your next steps on the Silk Road. The coffee here is better than at most of Xining's hotels, and the menu appeals to Westerners with panini, pizza, soups, and desserts such as carrot cake with proper cream cheese icing.
222--22 Banshan Huayuan, Xiadu Dajie, Xining, Qinghai Sheng, 810000, China0971-820–2710Known For
- Excellent coffee
- Delicious cheesecakes
- Free Wi-Fi
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9. Herembag
$$ | |Located down the road behind the Turpan Museum, this restaurant features elegant decoration, an exotic ambience and a selection of tasty Uyghur cuisine that may settle better in your stomach than most of the street food you'll find. Their selection of coffee and Turkish tea in addition to functioning air-conditioning make this a great place to rest during the often unbearable heat of a Turpan summer.
21 Shahezi Rd., Turpan, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, China0995-855--5111Known For
- Elegant decoration
- Tasty Uyghur kebabs
- Location near the museum and local park
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10. Jalawan
$ | |It's very easy to join the crowds of locals relaxing at this local Uyghur restaurant, especially underneath the (admittedly) fake trellises of grapes around a fountain. The staff will hand you an English-language menu whose prices are a few yuan higher than on the Chinese-language menu, but when it's all so cheap, you can't complain too much.
Seman Lu, Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, 844000, ChinaKnown For
- Uyghur polo (rice pilaf)
- Tiger salad
- Local kawas drink
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11. Jianyin Revolving Restaurant
$$ | |Perched atop the 28-story Jianyin Hotel, this slowly revolving restaurant may not serve the finest Asian cuisine, but the food isn't the biggest draw. People come here for the spectacular views of the city, where you can sip a cup of tea while enjoying the scenery or playing cards.
55 Xida Jie near southeast corner of central square, Xining, Qinghai Sheng, 810000, China0971-826–1885Known For
- Panoramic city views
- Cheap scenic rest stop
- Selection of teas
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12. John's Information Café
$$ | |Cool off after a full day of sightseeing on this trellised patio with an ice-cold beer and plate of noodles. In addition to an array of familiar foods, the restaurant can arrange overnight camel rides for Y700 per person, as well as trips to Yadan National Park and other destinations.
21 Mingshan Lu, Dunhuang, Gansu Sheng, 736200, China0998-258–1186Known For
- Good coffee brews
- Familiar Western foods
- Popular travel tour options
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13. John's Information Café
$$ | |Part of a small, family-run chain that operates in destinations along the Silk Road, this popular tourist hangout is far from authentic, but people flock here for the familiar Western fare and rock-solid travel advice. The café is only operational during the summer tourist season, so if you visit in the winter you'll find the area locked up.
Qingnian Lu, Turpan, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, 838000, China0998-258–1186Known For
- Familiar Western cuisine
- Quiet and comfortable outdoor atmosphere
- Bike rentals
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14. Lao Sun Jia Restaurant
$ | |This traditional, family-run affair has been serving some of the best local Islamic lamb and beef specialties since 1898; it's become so popular that it's grown into a small Xi'an chain. A few famous offerings, such as the roasted leg of lamb or the spicy mutton spareribs, are pricey, but most dishes are inexpensive.
364 Dong Dajie, Xian, Shaanxi, 710001, China029-8742–1858Known For
- Mouthwatering yang rou pao mo
- Juicy lamb dumplings
- Hot-off-the-grill lamb kebabs
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15. Ma Zilu Beef Noodles
$ | |This lively canteen opens at the crack of dawn and has some of the most fragrant, toothsome beef noodles in Lanzhou, among other excellent dishes. The downstairs is set up like a cafeteria, where you can take what you want and grab a seat, while the upstairs is a dining room with air-conditioning and table service.
86 Da Zhong Xiang, Lanzhou, Gansu Sheng, 730000, China931-845–0505Known For
- Delicious beef noodles
- Lively atmosphere
- A quick, cheap meal
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16. Pakistan Restaurant
$ | |Foreign restaurants are rare in Kashgar, so this dirt-cheap curry joint with its delicious roti (flat bread) is a welcome addition. This restaurant's sign is covered by a large tree, but it's directly opposite the Seman Hotel's rear entrance.
Seman Lu, Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, 844000, ChinaNo phoneKnown For
- Variety of delicious curries
- English menu
- Hot chai tea served with milk
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17. Quanjude
$$$ | |This outpost of the famous Beijing Peking duck restaurant serves up a variety of food from that capital and Northeastern China. The menu differs a little from the Beijing branches, which includes crispy, juicy panfried dumplings, spicy meat stews, thick cut noodles, and steamed root vegetables, but the duck is the same.
338 Beijing Nan Lu, Ürümqi, Xinjiang Uygur Zizhiqu, China991-366–1066Known For
- Perfectly cooked duck meat
- Well-decorated interior
- Always busy and lively
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18. Shang Palace Restaurant
$$$ | |All of Xi'an's top hotels have elegant eateries, but Shang Palace deserves special mention for its Cantonese and Sichuan dishes, which are authentic and approachable. Classics like honey-barbecued pork and stir-fried chili chicken compliment their specialty noodle dishes.
8 Changle Xi Lu, Xian, Shaanxi, 710032, China029-8323–2981Known For
- Classic roasted duck with Shaanxi spices
- Elegant decor and often live music
- Extensive wine menu
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19. Sichuan Restaurant
$ | |Delicious Sichuanese classics like chicken with peanuts, sweet-and-sour pork, and spicy fried potato strips are available here at very cheap prices. There's an English menu, but prices are much higher than on the Chinese menu.
21 Mingshan Lu, Dunhuang, Gansu Sheng, 736200, ChinaNo phoneKnown For
- Extra spicy flavors
- Familiar classics like kung pao chicken
- Location in the lively part of town
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20. Snow Mountain Creamery
$ | |Those who visit share glowing reviews of Snow Mountain Creamery as not just the best ice cream in Xining, but perhaps in all of China. While ice cream is the draw, this small café also offers plenty of meal options and an English menu to make it easy to choose.
18--184 Bandao Buxing Jie, Xining, Qinghai Sheng, 810000, China971-827--8334Known For
- China's best ice cream
- Yak burgers
- Clean, friendly environment
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