Must-see restaurants in Hubei

  • Xiǎo Hú Niú

    Hubei

    Specialising in a local beef hotplate called xiǎo hú niú, this is a fun place to eat in Beimen. Order the hotplate first, stipulating how spicy you want…

  • Shěnjì Shāokǎo Hǎixiān

    Wuhan

    Not your typical noodle stand, this popular spot specialises in two things: seafood règānmiàn (sesame noodles) served in a huge bowl that will easily feed…

  • Xiǎo Bèiké

    Wuhan

    This stylish restaurant, with lovely tree-shaded terrace seating, offers an excellent range of pan-Chinese cuisine, with dishes from Hubei, Sichuan and…

  • Fangweng Restaurant

    Hubei

    At Xiling Gorge (西陵峡; Xīlíng Xiá), 13km north of Yichang, is a peculiar restaurant perched precariously against a cliff. Claimed to be the ninth 'cave…

  • Wanda Plaza

    Hubei

    Across the street from the Three Gorges Tourist Centre, this popular mall has a good selection of restaurants on the 3rd and 4th floors, as well as a…

  • Shíyúnfù

    Hubei

    Comfy booths, lattice screens and some traditional-style murals make this an attractive place to dine. Local tea is included with meals.

  • Liánxīn Sùcàiguǎn

    Hubei

    Wholesome vegetarian food is prepared at this friendly Buddhist restaurant next to the local Zhanghua Temple. Mock-meat dishes are accompanied by an…

  • Hubu Alley

    Wuhan

    Hubu Alley is famous among locals for street food, from noodles and steamed buns to duck intestines and pigs' feet. Crowds here can be intense on weekends…

  • Lǎojiē Shāokǎo

    Wuhan

    'Old Street Barbecue' serves spicy grilled meats, fish and veggies in a pleasant sit-down restaurant. Large bottles of cheap beer help keep the chilli at…

  • Wàipó Jiā

    Hubei

    'Grandma's' is a cheery modern place with a good selection of the usual home-style dishes. No English menu.

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