Xiaochi Night Market

Ningxia


This alley of food stalls runs till the break of dawn and specialises in delicious shāguō (砂锅, mini hotpot), as well as shāokǎo (烧烤, barbecue) kebabs and noodles. Dishes are on display, so you can pick and choose. It’s down a covered arcade off Wenhua Donglu, directly opposite two big hospitals; look for No 44. Most places are Hui-run, but most serve beer too.


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