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Local Restaurants
Top 10 Local Restaurants in Jianshui [2025]
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Xiang man lou (lin'anlu)
4.1
/5
136 reviews
Yunnan Cuisine
From AU$ 13.00
Jianshui Ancient City/Zhu's Garden | 2.2 km from downtown
Address: 63 Hanlin Street Attached to 6 (50 meters in front of the gate of Zhujia Garden)
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The environment is very good, the second floor, the decoration style is unique, there is a traditional Chinese style feeling, there are many diners, the place is also very large, the taste is not bad, I ordered the steam pot chicken, compared with the Baoxing building at noon, it is sweeter and more fragrant, the Hani white fish is probably because we are used to eating river fish, the plum ribs are sweeter, the taste is not bad, a bit of Suzhou taste, the wild vegetable peanut soup is too big, overall good, the service is also good, I ordered an extra fried rice. The waiter also refunded it.
The dinner on February 24, 2019 was antique and full of Chinese charm.
The steamed chicken here really amazed me. At that time and even now, I think the steamed chicken here is the best steamed chicken I have ever eaten. The steamed chicken eaten in Shanghai can no longer be called steamed chicken. The soup is very delicious and mellow, and the quality of the chicken ingredients is also quite good. It is a little regrettable that the other four dishes are at least average in taste. I remember that the per capita price was more than 40 yuan at that time, which was not expensive.
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一品凉饭庄·建水人家分店
5.0
/5
8 reviews
Yunnan Cuisine
From AU$ 9.00
Jianshui Ancient City/Zhu's Garden | 2.2 km from downtown
Address: No.1, 69 Hanlin Street, Lin'an Town
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Seeing the good reviews online, I went there to eat in the evening. I didn't know how to order, so I just ordered a set meal, which was only 78 yuan. The portion was huge and I was completely full. The steamed chicken and tofu are both local specialties, but I think the most outstanding one is the pickled cabbage and minced pork. The acidity is just right, and it is a little sweet, very delicious.
Songyang, Zhejiang
• Must-see attractions: Yangjiatang Village, known as the "Golden Potala Palace," was the filming location for "Little Forest for Two"; Songzhuang Village, with its iconic stone bridge, was once a filming location for National Geographic; Songyang Old Street, known as the "living Along the River During the Qingming Festival," offers opportunities to experience traditional crafts like blacksmithing and cotton fluting.
• Food recommendations: Baixian Noodle House's specialty fermented lees noodles are worth trying. Alternatively, visit Feichunji Coffee for a coffee experience while gazing at the sea of clouds and mountains from a cliffside.
• Accommodation recommendations: Yuanshe Lanshu (Songyang Branch) offers a secluded experience; Shizhong Shanfang (Chenjiapu Branch) allows you to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains; Feichunji B&B (Songyang Branch) is perched atop a cliff, offering panoramic views of the canyon.
Changting, Fujian
• Must-see attractions: The Tingzhou Ancient City Wall boasts a unique shape, allowing visitors to stroll along and overlook Hakka dwellings. The Changting County Museum offers a glimpse into Changting County's rich history. Wolong Academy is a great place for family outings.
• Food recommendations: Changting dried tofu and white-cut river frogs are local specialties, available in traditional shops throughout Tingzhou Ancient City.
• Accommodation recommendations: Vienna International Hotel (Changting Tingzhou Ancient City Branch) offers convenient parking, a rich breakfast, and convenient transportation. The All Seasons Hotel (Longyan Changting Ancient City Chaodouyan Road Branch) is also a great choice for its comprehensive facilities.
Jianshui, Yunnan
• Must-see attractions: Jianshui Ancient City boasts ancient buildings such as the Zhu Family Garden, the Confucian Temple, and the Chaoyang Tower, each imbued with a rich historical charm. The Jianshui Seventeen-Arch Bridge is ideal for watching the sunrise and sunset. The Ant Workshop boasts romantic hollow brick architecture, vibrantly colored and easy to photograph.
• Recommended Dining: Xiangmanlou (Lin'an Road Branch) is a renowned courtyard restaurant offering authentic Yunnan cuisine. Yipinliang Restaurant, Jianshui Renjia Branch, a 20-year-old establishment in the ancient city, authentically embodies the flavors of Yunnan cuisine.
• Accommodation Recommendations: Jianshui Tingziyun Resort Hotel boasts a rich classical charm. Wangyungui Hotel (Jianshui Ancient City Scenic Area Branch) boasts a unique courtyard setting. Zhuyexuan Inn (Jianshui Ancient City Branch) offers exquisite breakfast and afternoon tea.
Huangyao, Guangxi
• Must-See Attractions: Huangyao Ancient Town, the filming location for the TV series "Tea is the Flavor of Hometown," boasts a sprawling network of ancient streets and alleys, pavilions, and towers. Guposhan offers stunning views of tea gardens, waterfalls, and beautiful scenery.
• Recommended Dining: Huangyao fermented black beans are a local specialty, worth buying as a souvenir. Restaurants in the ancient town also offer delicious dishes like stuffed tofu and Huangyao rice noodles.
• Accommodation Recommendations: Choose a B&B within Huangyao Ancient Town to experience its tranquility and quaint charm, such as the Jiuhushan Hotel.
Lianyang, Jiangsu
• Must-See Attractions: Tianmu Lake Nanshan Bamboo Sea Scenic Area boasts a stunning bamboo forest covering 10,000 mu (approximately 1,000 acres) and is perfect for family outings. The Pingqiao Stone Dam, constructed with mortar masonry, creates a spectacular waterfall after rain.
• Dining Recommendations: Tianmu Lake Hotel·Flavor Restaurant is renowned for its Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine, including authentic Tianmu Lake fish head soup. Yu Shui Qing·Farmhouse Restaurant (Tianmu Lake Branch) specializes in authentic Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine.
• Accommodation Recommendations: Tianmu Lake Royal Water Hot Spring·Zhuxi Valley Hotel offers private bamboo villas and an infinity pool. Liyang Jiangu Wyndham Grand Plaza Royale Hot Spring Hotel offers family-friendly resort facilities and a mountaintop cliff hot spring. Tianmu Lake Hantian·Yangxin Valley offers beautiful surroundings, with a breathtaking view at every step.
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BAO XING LOU
4.2
/5
17 reviews
Yunnan Cuisine
From AU$ 9.00
1.1 km from downtown
Address: Intersection of Jianshui Avenue and Guangci Road towards Lin'an Garden 200 meters (by Guangci Lake)
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After visiting Jianshui, I enjoyed a dinner at Baoxinglou, a well-known local restaurant on Guangci Road near Guangci Lake. Baoxinglou has an antique architectural style. From the Guangci Road gate, you can directly go to the second floor, which is considered upstairs. When you are in the restaurant, you can go downstairs to the first floor. From the back door, you will reach the ring road beside Guangci Lake. The scenery is very beautiful. The menu has various local specialties of Jianshui, as well as specialties from Honghe Prefecture and even many other prefectures in Yunnan Province. The ingredients are fresh, the cooking level is excellent, and the spiciness is just right, which is endless aftertaste. Jianshui grilled tofu, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, is worth recommending.
It was probably around 1pm, so we didn't have to wait in line. The storefront was antique with ethnic characteristics. We ordered steam pot chicken, three-shredded grass sprouts, a basket of siu mai, and grilled tofu. It was okay. The steam pot chicken was crispy and a little oily, the grass sprouts were tender and refreshing, and the grilled tofu seemed different from ordinary tofu. It was crispy and spicy with a little chili.
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4
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姚家烧烤
4.5
/5
22 reviews
Barbeque
From AU$ 10.00
Jianshui Ancient City/Zhu's Garden | 2.4 km from downtown
Address: No. 20, Nanzheng Street, Lin'an Town, No. 1 (Obliquely opposite to wooden barrel rice)
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The barbecue and fried rice tasted good, highly recommended! The only drawback was that due to the large number of people coming to dine, the boss was a little busy, and I waited for almost two hours before I could eat the delicious food. After tasting it, I felt it was worth it. Don't miss this restaurant when you come to Jianshui Ancient City!
An old-fashioned barbecue in a small alley in Jianshui. The taste is salty, the ingredients are generous, and it is spicy and delicious.
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zi yang shao kao
5.0
/5
10 reviews
Barbeque
From AU$ 17.00
1.2 km from downtown
Address: Lin'an Town, Furun Street, M2, Building 1-2, No. 901 (Yijia Decoration)
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【Taste】Good
【Environment】Good
【Service】Self-service
【Taste】Delicious
【Environment】OK
【Service】Good
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