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Top 10 Local Restaurants in Shangri-La [2025]
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colorful snowland
4.3
/5
130 reviews
Other Cuisine
From SAR 41.00
Shangri-La Passenger Station | 1.1 km from downtown
Address: Opposite Shangri-La Bus Terminal, Shambhala Avenue
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An Authentic Tibetan Gem with Unforgettable Hospitality!** Dining at this Tibetan restaurant was one of the most memorable culinary experiences I’ve had! From the moment I walked in, the **warm and friendly owner** made me feel welcome, taking the time to chat and share stories about Tibetan culture and food. He **personally recommended dishes**, guiding me on what was truly **authentic and delicious** versus what might be a "tourist trap." Thanks to his advice, every bite was incredible—**rich in flavor, fresh, and made with care**. He even generously offered me a taste of his **homemade Tibetan cheese**, which was absolutely delicious! The restaurant’s **commitment to quality** stood out—the owner emphasized using **no MSG** and only clean, wholesome ingredients. The food was **genuine, flavorful, and felt nourishing**. Adding to the experience, the **decor was beautifully Tibetan**, with traditional elements that transported me to the Himalayas. The cozy atmosphere made the meal even more special. If you’re looking for **real Tibetan cuisine** served with heartfelt hospitality, this is the place. I can’t recommend it enough—thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Thanks to Ctrip for recommending such an authentic Tibetan restaurant. It's very good👍It's much better than those restaurants in the ancient city. I recommend Matsutake sashimi and fried pork ribs👍The boss is also very Buddhist and gave some professional advice. The environment is also very quiet, clean and comfortable. It's the happiest and most comfortable meal I've had since coming to Shangri-La🌟
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Yin tong yak hotpot place
4.7
/5
113 reviews
Hot Pot
From SAR 33.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 1.9 km from downtown
Address: 32 Yiruomu Gallery, Sifang Street, Dukezong Ancient City
No.9 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Shangri-La
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It was the first time in my life that I ate fresh yak meat! 👍The delicious yak rib hot pot tastes amazing! The lady boss is very hospitable! The shop is hygienic, and the green cake is so delicious! The salty butter tea is absolutely perfect!
The yak beef hotpot is very delicious. It's my first time eating the yak beef hotpot here. The meat is very firm and the portion is quite large. The environment is also very clean and tidy. I like it very much. The service attitude is very good and the dishes are served quickly.
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The Silent Holy Stones
4.4
/5
106 reviews
Yunnan Cuisine
From SAR 43.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 2 km from downtown
Address: Dukezong Ancient City Zuo Bari 3 (near Sifang Street)
No.8 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Shangri-La
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Mainly talking about this internet-famous restaurant, I came here just for this yak hotpot.
🏠Store name: Quiet Mani Stone Tibetan Restaurant
📍Address: No. 3 Langgang, Dukezong Ancient City, Jinlong Street
It is located in the ancient city area, which is easy to find. The price-performance ratio of the dishes is also very high, and the dishes ordered are all delicious.
‼ ️Although the yak meat here is thinly sliced, it is still a bit old.
The reason why the yak hotpot is not delicious is that I ate something better a few days later. Not only can you feast on it, but it is also tender and fragrant.
But in the city, this one is still worth a visit.
The beef hotpot is pretty good, with a Tibetan flavor. You really have to eat the beef. The atmosphere is good, the environment is very Tibetan, very local! The service attitude is also very good, very enthusiastic, and delicious
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Honghong Smokeless Flagstone
4.9
/5
23 reviews
Barbeque
From SAR 46.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 1.8 km from downtown
Address: 64 Dawa Road, Shangri-La City (next to Zhengyi Club)
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I came here after seeing the 5.0 positive reviews on Ctrip. It really lived up to its reputation. Let me talk about the service first: the boss was very enthusiastic and personally came to the table to help us grill, and also told us where to have fun in Shangri-La and what we should pay attention to.
Let's talk about the taste: First of all, the dishes were served very quickly. It was the first time to eat yak beef, Tibetan fragrant pork belly, and pork tenderloin. They tasted very good! Fatty but not greasy, melted in the mouth. The red heart potatoes were glutinous, the tofu was fragrant, and the carp was also very fresh. The most recommended is the butter tea, which is so delicious and very fragrant!
The environment is antique and full of flavor. I sincerely recommend it!!!
The reviews are very good, and the lady boss is very enthusiastic, explaining to us how to grill various foods. The cold noodles tasted weird, like plastic. In addition, the grilled meat board was very special, but it tasted like grilled meat, nothing special.
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5
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Seasonal Restaurant
5.0
/5
191 reviews
Other Cuisine
From SAR 34.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 1.8 km from downtown
Address: 12 Cangfang Street Gubolang
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他们家火锅炒菜都有，主要是炒菜，炒菜真的太好吃了。比如说烤鱼，烤鱼的话很实惠，会在下面垫很多的蔬菜。鱼的话是当地的鳕鱼，特别值得一尝。
I really enjoyed eating at this place, the food is so good and very delicious!You should also come here and try the food!
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Lixing Tibetan Hot Pot
4.3
/5
54 reviews
Hot Pot
From SAR 32.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 1.8 km from downtown
Address: No. 35 Cuolang (near Sifang Street)
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I went there for dinner which was also my first experience of Tibetan cuisine and it was worth trying!The staff also very nice and helpful even though they don't speak English but still trying to teach me how to eat the hotpot.I ordered hotpot with fresh yak beef. We have to wait until the soup is boiling and maybe wait a little bit longer and the beef will get softer.
I didn't have breakfast yet. I came here at 11 o'clock to have a big hotpot. The must-order here is the yak beef hotpot, and the highland barley cake tastes really good. You can't get it anywhere else. I quickly ate a few more pieces.
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MIN ZHU LA MU TIBET RESTAURANT
5.0
/5
22 reviews
Tibetan Cuisine
From SAR 49.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 1.6 km from downtown
Address: No. 66 Chicika Street
No.12 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Shangri-La
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Minzhu Lamu Shangri-La Kitchen
📍Address: No. 66, Chicika Street, Shangri-La City
Recommendation Index ⭐⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
🥘Check in at the most famous Tibetan restaurant in the area. Although it is still chicken, beef and mutton, it is still delicious.
🤵♀️Regardless of taste, the restaurant environment and service are very good💯
🍽Recommended dishes:
🧈Lhasa tofu, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, wrapped in a layer of crispy powder like salted egg yolk, it takes tofu to a new level.
🫕Walnut yak soup, the delicious soup with the aroma of pecans lingers in the mouth, not at all inconsistent, but icing on the cake.
When you come to Shangri-La, the capital of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, the Moonlight City, you must try the authentic Tibetan delicacies. Minzhu Ramu Shangri-La Restaurant is a relatively fashionable Tibetan restaurant in the local area. The cuisine style that combines new and traditional styles is loved by locals and tourists. My friends and I have been there twice.
[Restaurant Environment]
The decoration style is traditional Tibetan characteristics. The environment is magnificent and textured. The stage background on the first floor and the stairs behind are decorated with bright and colorful paintings. The themes of the paintings are very Tibetan cultural elements, traditional and beautiful.
The public area also displays various Tibetan characteristics, such as Nisi black pottery, murals, Tibetan stoves, etc., showing the rich charm of Tibetan intangible cultural heritage.
There will be performances on the stage at around 7 o'clock in the evening. Boys play the traditional Tibetan instrument string, and girls sing Tibetan songs. The atmosphere is very good. I can't help humming along with the sound, and even have the urge to go on stage and dance together.
【Recommended dishes】
Yak beef in a toast feast: Yak beef is very firm, cut into small pieces, paired with purple onions, cucumbers, and dipping sauce, can be rolled in lettuce and eaten together, the meat is full of fragrance, the moisture and crisp taste can be retained, but not greasy.
Ciba Wowotou: With yak beef sauce, it tastes like coarse grains and has a rustic taste.
Stir-fried Tibetan pork: The pork has fat but it is really not greasy at all. The side dishes include black fungus, red and green peppers, and tofu slices. The slightly spicy stir-fry method is very good and goes well with rice.
Lhasa tofu: It is wrapped in a crispy outer skin, and the inside is soft, glutinous and sweet. It tastes a bit like pumpkin and is delicious with dipping sauce.
Highland barley yak beef cubes: It is sour and spicy, and the grains of highland barley are stir-fried with beef cubes. It is salty and fragrant. It can be used as a staple food or with rice.
Ginseng fruit yak yogurt: The milk is thick and sticky, and the rich taste is very fragrant. Ginseng fruit particles and honey are placed on it, which is moderately sweet and sour.
Tibetan vegetarian vegetable rolls: The sauce is particularly mellow, and the vegetable rolls are refreshing and not greasy.
Rose pear: Refreshing and delicious, with an icy taste that is very refreshing.
Tibetan sweet tea: Sweet and rich, it is so delicious when it is hot, and you can't stop drinking it.
Saffron steamed eggs: soft and delicious, smooth in the mouth.
Although the dishes are traditional Tibetan food, I feel that they are still innovative after eating them. The taste is unique but very delicious. The dishes are very beautifully presented, and my friends are full of praise for them. The proprietress is very considerate and comes to our table from time to time to ask if the dishes are to our taste. I heard that there is also a store in Nanjing. It is really good to pass on Tibetan delicacies to the mainland.
✨Minzhu Ramu Shangri-La Kitchen
📍Address: No. 66, Cicika Street
⌚️Business hours: 11:00-13:30 17:00-21:30
💰Per capita: 108 yuan/person
#Local food #Try the authentic old brand #Romantic date restaurant
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Shunshun Snacks
5.0
/5
52 reviews
Hot Pot
From SAR 41.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 2.3 km from downtown
Address: No. 7 Juelong Street, Jinlong Street, Dukezong Ancient City
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A local restaurant with unique characteristics, the main dish is yak beef hot pot. The price is not high, but the quantity is not small, and the cost performance is quite good. Winter is the off-season, and there are not many tourists, so there are not many people in the restaurant, and the food is served quickly. After a hot pot meal, it is still very comfortable.
It was my first time to eat local Tibetan food. I really liked it. The butter tea is a must. It has a strong and fragrant taste! I also like the yak beef hotpot here. It tastes very mellow and great! !
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9
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TIBETAN BAZHEN STORE
4.0
/5
12 reviews
Hot Pot
From SAR 44.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 2.3 km from downtown
Address: No. s-9 South, Commercial Street, Dukezong City (downstairs at Divine Comedy Hotel)
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Good taste, affordable price, good service attitude
Want to experience Shangri-La's paradise on earth? Grab this nanny-level guide! From transportation and accommodation to delicious food, we'll show you how to enjoy Tibet step-by-step. 🌿
🌟[Best Season]
August and September are absolutely stunning! ✓ Prices drop after the crowds have subsided
✓ Mild climate and picturesque scenery
✓ Easier to book accommodation and flights
⚠️[Must-See Before You Go]
1️⃣ Be aware of altitude sickness
✓ Don't wash your hair or shower on the first day
✓ Slow down and be a relaxed traveler
✓ Bring oxygen tanks and altitude sickness medication
2️⃣ Recommended Itinerary
✓ At least 3 days and 2 nights to fully enjoy the experience
✓ Book hotels and attractions a month in advance
3️⃣ Essentials
✓ Sunscreen, sunglasses, and lip balm
✓ A thick jacket due to temperature fluctuations
✓ Cash and a power bank
🏞️[Must-See Attractions]
📍Pudacuo National Park
✓ A fairytale world straight out of an animated cartoon
✓ It's recommended to go the next day
✓ A 5km hike reveals a stunning lake
📍Songzanlin Temple
✓ The "Little Potala Palace" lives up to its reputation
✓ The morning light is perfect for photos
✓ Money-saving tip: Buy tickets at the ticket counter
📍Napa Lake
✓ Free! Free! Free! ✓Search for "Lake Ring Road" for self-driving trips
✓Same check-in spots as in Si Teng
📍Tiger Leaping Gorge
✓One of the most beautiful hiking routes in the world
✓Optional escalator tickets
✓Don't overstay at transit points
✨[Undiscovered Hidden Spots]
✓Baishuitai: Terraced fields where immortals wash their feet
✓Haba Snow Mountain: A favorite among hiking enthusiasts
✓Meili Snow Mountain: Stay at Feilai Temple and wait for sunrise
🚗[Transportation Guide]
✈️Major Transportation
✓Direct flights to Chengdu/Chongqing/Kunming
✓Lijiang High-speed Rail: 1-hour direct ride
🚕Minor Transportation
✓Bus No. 3 to Songzanlin Temple
✓Route 12B to Napa Lake
✓Taxis are usually around 10 yuan
🏨[Recommended Accommodation]
Dukezong Ancient Town
✓Full of ethnic charm
✓Ask for shuttle service
Napa Lake
✓Beautiful lake view rooms
✓Suitable for couples
Feilai Temple
✓See
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Tarot Tibetan food bar
4.6
/5
21 reviews
Yunnan Cuisine
From SAR 43.00
Dukezong Ancient City | 2 km from downtown
Address: Cangfang Street, Chilanggang, No. 7 (opposite to the Tubo Thangka store, Zangzangzang 2nd floor)
No.13 of Must-Visit Restaurants in Shangri-La
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Shangri-La in March is very quiet, and there is no one as a background for taking photos😂
I found a Tibetan restaurant with a high rating, which is amazing! The environment and dishes are good, very satisfied!
[Taste] Beef hot pot, pure beef soup, very delicious, we don’t have this soup in big cities😁 and the combination of meat and vegetables is reasonable, especially good, large pieces of beef, vermicelli, mushrooms, vegetables, meat slices, really great
Beef pizza: It is actually a big pancake with fillings, crispy on the outside and soup, super👍
Hand-grabbed steak: original meat, delicious meat, really good taste, really love it
Butter tea: Tibetan tea, very nutritious, slightly sweet is the best
[Environment] Clean and neat, spacious, very Tibetan, Buddhist, boundless love
[Service] Tibetan girls and brothers are very warm and simple, very sincere, introducing local characteristics and restaurant stories, really thank you for providing us with such a good restaurant😍
Follow the navigation in the ancient city. The store is on the second floor, but there is a store downstairs that is locked and thought it is not open! Later I found out that I had to go upstairs to the second floor from the side. Deng Lun has been to this store before. He has recorded the show. There are not many dishes. What I ordered are their most distinctive dishes. [Tibetan Yak Beef Hot Pot] It is so delicious. There is dipping sauce. There are green leafy vegetables, potatoes and cauliflower at the bottom. They are very uniform and full. [Beef Pizza] Beef pizza. Fragrant and crispy. Eat two pieces and you will be full. [Ghee Roasted Mushrooms] Mushrooms are baked with ghee and taste very fragrant. [Hand-grabbed steak] The first bite of satisfaction is really indescribable. The meat is fresh. It is directly off the bone. It is so beautiful. [Butter Tea] It is definitely the best in my industry. It is sweet and really fragrant. [Service] The Tibetan brother is very good-looking and very enthusiastic ❤️ Worth recommending
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