Fengxian's dining scene offers more than just neighborhood favorites — it's a blend of hidden gems and time-honored classics that cater to every palate. From spicy hotpot skewers and fresh seafood noodles to creative vegetarian dishes and museum-inspired bites, these seven restaurants showcase the district's culinary range.

1. Qipo Chuan Chuan Xiang

Tucked away on East Huan­cheng Road, this hotpot restaurant welcomes diners with the rich aroma of bubbling broth. The red chili oil pot embodies the very essence of Sichuan cuisine, while the clear soup pot offers a milder option for those sensitive to spice. Be sure to try the signature cilantro beef skewers — tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor after a quick dip in the red oil broth. Finish your meal with a plate of fragrant fried rice, the perfect ending to a memorable hotpot experience.

Address: No 60, Alley 570, East Huancheng Road

Contact: 182-2114-5219

2. Ningbo Hai Xian Mian Guan

In a tiny shop on Yuxiu Road, diners are treated to fresh daily catches, from swimming crabs to yellow croakers. The crab stir-fried with rice cakes is a must-try, each bite bursting with briny sweetness. For noodle lovers, the yellow croaker noodle soup is light yet rich, with melt-in-your-mouth fish. Don't miss the scallops with scallion oil, big, juicy, and unforgettable.

Address: No 323 Yuxiu Road

Contact: 189-6825-0786

3. Shi Guo Yu Zhuang

Also located on Yuxiu Road, this restaurant is all about freshness. Pick your fish straight from the tank and watch it sliced into translucent fillets before hitting the sizzling stone pot. Choose between spicy or clear broths and savor fish so tender it slips off your chopsticks.

Address: No 909 Yuxiu Road

Contact: 158-2120-4861

4. Yun Mi Y­ao Mi Xian

Bringing Yunnan province's soul food to Fengxian, this rice noodle shop serves steaming bowls of chicken broth with fresh toppings and silky noodles. It's a lunchtime favorite for students and workers alike. Each bowl is hearty, flavorful, and created with care.

Address: No 128 South Renmin Road

Contact: 189-1826-9027

5. A Ping Mi Xian

An old favorite in Nanqiao town, A Ping's bowls carry decades of memory. The broth simmers for hours, the noodles are springy, and the house-made chili sauce adds the perfect kick. Pro tip: add crispy pork skin — once soaked in broth, it turns into a chewy, flavorful treat. For many locals, this is the first stop after returning home.

Address: No 169 South Renmin Road

Contact: 186-1679-3619

6. Fu Hui Fang

This vegetarian restaurant on Baziqiao Road shows that plant-based dining can be anything but boring. Standout dishes include black truffle fried rice, shredded tofu with spicy-sour dressing, and salted egg yolk pumpkin with oats. Each plate strikes a balance between creativity and comfort, delivering clean, flavorful, and deeply satisfying bites.

Address: No 873 Baziqiao Road

Contact: 021-6710-0277

7. Nali

Hidden inside the Fengxian Museum, this bistro pairs culture with cuisine. Sample the tea-infused udon, refreshing and aromatic; Meng Su Shan, a Tang Dynasty (618-907)-inspired iced dessert; or rose-infused milk drinks as beautiful as they are delicious. After exploring the museum's Tang lifestyle exhibition, it's the perfect place to continue the journey through taste.

Address: No 333 Hupan Road

Sources: Fengxian district government, restaurants mentioned above