Xi'an: Bell Tower Food Walking Tour with Local Guide

Embark on a journey through the heart of Xi'an on a walking tour around the Bell Tower. Explore 10 different local Food, including street food and time-honored brand.
Embark on a delectable journey through the heart of Xi’an, a city renowned for its rich history and vibrant food culture. This walking tour takes you around the iconic Bell Tower, where centuries-old culinary traditions meet the hustle and bustle of modern life. Prepare to indulge in an array of local delicacies as you explore some of the most beloved eateries and time-honored brands in the area.

Begin your tour at Jiasan Guantang Baozi, a legendary establishment known for its juicy soup dumplings (Guantang Baozi). With over a century of history, Jiasan has perfected the art of creating these delicate, savory pockets filled with a flavorful broth and tender meat. The intricate process of making each dumpling is a testament to the culinary craftsmanship passed down through generations.

Next, visit Muslim Quarter. Here, find a bustling food street where many famous snacks originated. Among the must-tries is Qin-style Roujiamo, often referred to as the “Chinese hamburger.” This crispy, yet tender flatbread is stuffed with finely chopped, seasoned meat, usually pork or beef, offering a perfect balance of texture and flavor. Another local favorite you’ll sample is Yangrou Paomo, a hearty lamb soup served with crumbled flatbread, creating a dish that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.

As you continue your culinary adventure, head to Defachang, a time-honored restaurant specializing in dumplings. Here, get to try the famous Dumpling Banquet (Jiaozi Yan), featuring an assortment of dumplings with various fillings, each crafted into unique shapes to represent different blessings. This is more than just a meal; it’s an experience that showcases the artistry and tradition of Xi’an cuisine.

To satisfy your sweet tooth, stop at Zenggao, and a traditional sticky rice cake that has been a local favorite for centuries. This dessert is made with glutinous rice, red dates, and sweet bean paste, steamed to perfection, offering a chewy texture and a subtly sweet flavor that lingers on the palate. And you will also taste three other sweet snacks before we arrive the last stop.

Finally, your tour will introduce you to Mutton soup, Mutton soup or we call it Yangrou Paomo is a traditional dish from Xi’an, China, made with finely chopped lamb served in a rich broth with crumbled flatbread. The dish is known for its unique preparation, where diners tear the flatbread into small pieces before it is soaked in the flavorful lamb soup. The broth is typically slow-cooked with a blend of spices, giving it a deep and savory taste that perfectly complements the tender lamb.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.