B+01Wan San Mian Guan (Qinglongzheng Street)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe owner hails from Yibin County, Sichuan. He opened this shop to serve authentic Yibin-style Ranmian noodles tossed in a chilli paste with ground peanuts, scallion, bean sprouts and sesames. For toppings, choose between the aromatic chilli ground…$$$$$View details
B+02#8Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningYou can find almost any seafood, mushrooms, meats and leafy greens at this hotpot restaurant but it's the crispy textured hand-torn beef tripe and the yellowhead catfish with fine silky meat that deserve tip billing. Each diner has their own mini…$$$$$View details
B+03The BridgeChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningSet on Anshun Bridge, mentioned by Marco Polo in the 13C, The Bridge is celebrity chef André Chiang’s debut dining venture in mainland China. The score reveals his modern take on Sichuanese fare, delivering refined touches and mindful plating. There…$$$$$View details
B+04Organization SouthChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe playful, vintage décor with fake tree trunks and red lanterns is aptly matched by a menu disguised as a martial arts instruction book. In addition to famous Sichuanese wok-fried dishes such as green chilli ‘ruthless’ chicken and braised swamp…$$$$$View details
B+05China Samite - Hot Pot (Wuhouci Street)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThis two-storey flagship of the hot pot chain may look quaint on the outside, but the roomy interior sports a modern Sichuanese vibe. The classic spicy beef fat soup base is undoubtedly the star of the show – aromatic, spicy, numbing and rich at the…$$$$$View details
B+06Zeng Niu Rou (Qingyang)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningAbutting the Jinsha archaeological site, this family-run joint opened its doors in 2006. After a recent renovation, the room feels modern and cosy. It’s famous for tasty beef dishes at sensible price points – the beef is steamed, grilled…$$$$$View details
B+07Shudidanggui (Wuhou)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningNamed after two Chinese herbs, the concept of a therapeutic diet is at the core of this establishment. Diners are greeted by an herbal tea sweetened with stevia, and the menu is built around Chinese medicines. The signature beef noodle soup is…$$$$$View details
B+08Hidden PlaceChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningOnce a protégé of the Sichuan culinary master, the young owner chose to open her first venture in a secluded, serene hotel. She aims to re-create ancient Sichuan recipes, using precise techniques and premium ingredients from around the world…$$$$$View details
B+09Nan Tang (Tianshun Road)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThis cultural dining concept spreads across several elegant rooms dotted with pierced carvings and calligraphy reliefs. The Chinese stacking food box motif symbolises culinary heritage. Various ingredients are prepared in traditional Sichuanese ways…$$$$$View details
B+10BrustinChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningChefs Bruce and his partner Justin opened Brustin in 2023 in a design-forward space in line with the artistic flair of the Tianfu Art Park complex that houses it. The dinner prix-fixes have 12 to 15 courses, re-interpreting Sichuan cuisine with…$$$$$View details
B+11The Woo's (Jinjiang)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningA quaint mansion obscured by a big tree is home to this restaurant run by the Woos. The cosy space shows hints of nostalgia; both cold appetisers and hot mains are based on tradition, but fine-tuned and modernised. The fried wild-caught yellow…$$$$$View details
B+12Chen Mapo Tofu (Qinghua Road)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningMapo tofu is a world-famous Sichuanese classic dating back to the Qing Dynasty. Word has it that this century-old shop is the true original source of this numbing, spicy dish, invented by Lady Chen. Silky tofu, ground beef and spices are cooked in a…$$$$$View details
B+13Qie Fang XiangChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningRight in the busy city centre, this elegant restaurant comes with a terrace that offers a tranquil refuge from the hustle and bustle. The wood-rich interior is equally serene, boasting stylised Chinese motifs. The kitchen excels in home-style…$$$$$View details
B+14Nian Feng RestaurantChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningNestled in the old town, the old-meets-new interior pays tribute to the neighbourhood’s past with a touch of modern Chinese chic. It champions a sophisticated take on home-style Sichuan cooking. Their signature dry-braised beef tendon with green…$$$$$View details
B+15Huadao Art Of Life · Yu Shan GeChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe Taiwanese vegetarian restaurant chain chose a verdant location by the river for their first outpost in mainland China. The lofty interior is inspired by Japanese Zen Buddhism, imparting a calming vibe. Three set menus are offered, with…$$$$$View details
B+16Yangboying Chuan Tong Za Jiang MianChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe owner-chef, who used to work in a famous restaurant, uses traditional techniques to make noodle soups and assorted toppings, each boasting a substantially different taste profile. Noodles dressed in minced pork sauce with sesame paste, red…$$$$$View details
B+17MosnackChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThis simple shop is clean and bright, with a picture frame window looking into the kitchen. The menu has three sections: dumplings, wontons, and noodles, all handmade in-house. The pork and chive dumplings in sour soup stand out in particular – the…$$$$$View details
B+18Zhuan Zhuan Hui (Lianhua South Road)Chengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningDespite its hard-to-find entrance, this flagship of the chain has earned solid fandom among locals with its no-frills, home-style Sichuanese cooking that is frugally priced. Instead of an eye-watering kick, expect a mild heat that caters to a…$$$$$View details
B+19Qian LiChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe on-trend decor feels laid back; the menu showcases an array of home-style Taizhou classics, including seafood from the East China Sea, which can be steamed, braised, served in a sizzling claypot or even fried with chillies and aromatics. The…$$$$$View details
B+20DatenbankChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe name may conjure up racks of servers with flickering lights, but you can expect a cavern-like interior with chunky, handmade stoneware to match. The “data” here refers to the deconstruction and re-assembly of taste memories by the young kitchen…$$$$$View details
B+21Private Collection · See JoyChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningZigong is famous for its thriving...$$$$$View details
B+22Song ChuanChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThis iconic Guangzhou brand famous for Sichuanese cooking had already acquired lots of buzz before opening its first outpost in Chengdu. Located in an upmarket shopping and dining mall, the three-storey building sees a mix of Song Dynasty details…$$$$$View details
B+23MindChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningServing noodles and a few sides during the day, and a menu of home-style dishes at dinner, this shop invites diners to slow down and mindfully savour the clean, simple flavours. Noodles are chosen to match the taste profiles and consistencies of…$$$$$View details
B+24Xiang Shang XiangChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningThe Hunanese brand manager and kitchen team strive to re-create specialities from their home province as authentically as possible. The must-try fish head steamed with five different chillies flown in from Hunan mesmerises with a complex depth of…$$$$$View details
B+25Xue Tao · In the YardChengdu, Sichuan Province · Casual DiningNamed after a poet from the Tang Dynasty, this branch of the chain opened in 2018 in a scenic area famous for its flowering plum trees. Two rustically styled buildings are connected by lush greenery. The menu features Sichuan home cooking and river…$$$$$View details