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Three Pagodas Vegetarian Restaurant
Simple vegetarian restaurant near the pagodas serving Buddhist-style meat substitutes and local vegetables.
Dali First Cold Chicken Rice Noodles
Legendary local spot famous for cold chicken rice noodles - a Dali specialty with tangy sauce and fresh ingredients.
Cangshan Dao Vegetarian
Cozy vegetarian restaurant with organic ingredients, creative dishes, and peaceful atmosphere near the old town.
Shuanglang Sea Melody
Lakeside restaurant with Erhai views, serving fresh fish from the lake and Yunnan specialties.
Yongxiang Ham Leg
Famous for Yunnan ham and leg meat, a local specialty snack perfect for quick lunch or snack.
Dali Old Town Cafe
Lively cafe in the old town serving Yunnan coffee, Western breakfasts, and fusion dishes popular with expats.
Xizhou Baba
Famous street food - crispy Baba flatbread with sweet or savory fillings, a Bai specialty.
Flower and Restaurant
Romantic garden restaurant with Erhai views, serving creative Yunnan cuisine with fresh local ingredients.
Bai Cuisine Restaurant
Authentic Bai cuisine restaurant serving traditional dishes like Bender (Bai cold chicken), Rushan cheese, and Sai ao (rice noodle rolls).
Ersi Delight
Famous local spot for Ersi (rice noodle strips) in savory soup, a Dali breakfast staple.
Sour Cabbage Fish Restaurant
Popular restaurant specializing in sour cabbage fish hotpot made with fresh Erhai Lake fish and homemade pickled cabbage.
Rushan BBQ Stall
Famous street food stall serving grilled Rushan (Bai milk cheese) skewers, a must-try Dali snack.
Flower Cake Headquarters
Famous bakery specializing in flower cakes - delicate pastries filled with fresh rose and other edible flowers.
Mi Liangxia Shop
Local dessert shop serving Mi Liangxia - shrimp-shaped rice jelly in sweet osmanthus syrup, a Dali specialty.
Wild Mushroom Hotpot
Premium hotpot restaurant featuring fresh wild mushrooms from Yunnan mountains, served in nourishing broth.
Erhai Fish Village
Riverside restaurant in fishing village serving fresh Erhai Lake fish prepared in various styles.
Bai Three Tea House
Traditional tea house offering authentic Bai Three Tea Ceremony - bitter tea, sweet tea, and aftertaste tea.
Plum Wine Shop
Cozy bar specializing in local plum wine and fruit wines made from Yunnan's fresh fruits.
Local BBQ Street
Famous BBQ street with multiple stalls serving Yunnan-style grilled meat, mushrooms, and vegetables.
Weishan Single Noodle
Legendary noodle shop famous for One Strand Noodles - a single kilometer-long noodle served in one bowl.
Bai Cold Salad
Local specialty shop at Xizhou market serving various Bai-style cold salads with fresh vegetables and herbs.
Roast Whole Lamb
Traditional whole lamb roasting experience in scenic countryside setting, perfect for groups.
Yinqiao Rice Noodle Shop
Local spot famous for rice noodles in rich broth, popular with locals and in-the-know travelers.
Shuanglang Lakeside Cafe
Cozy lakeside cafe with Erhai views, serving Yunnan coffee, Western breakfasts, and homemade pastries.
Dali No.1 Courtyard
Upscale Bai cuisine restaurant in a traditional courtyard, offering refined local specialties with elegant presentation.
Xiaoyi Zhuang Bai Cuisine
Local family-run restaurant serving authentic Bai home-style dishes in a traditional courtyard.
Weishan Old Street Noodles
Legendary single-noodle shop famous for one long strand noodle in rich broth, a must-try in Weishan.
Caicun Lake View Restaurant
Lakeside restaurant with Erhai views, serving fresh fish from the lake and Yunnan specialties.
Taoxi Pasture
Countryside restaurant specializing in grilled meats and fresh vegetables in scenic mountain setting.
Cangshan Coffee
Specialty coffee shop serving Yunnan beans, pour-overs, and espresso drinks in cozy atmosphere.
Xizhou Sweet Shop
Local sweet shop famous for rice-based desserts, sweet rice balls, and traditional Bai snacks.
Xiaguan Tuo Tea House
Traditional tea house specializing in Yunnan Pu'er tea with tea tasting and purchase options.
Street-side Ersi (rice noodles)
An er si shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Dali Flavor Claypot Fish (claypot fish)
Claypot fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Time-honored hot and sour fish (hot and sour fish)
Hot and sour fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Authentic hot and sour fish (hot and sour fish)
Hot and sour fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Dali-flavored Ersi (Ersi)
An er si shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Street-side Rushan (Rushan)
Rushan shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Time-honored Bai Three-Course Tea (Bai Three-Course Tea)
Bai Three-Course Tea shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Traditional hot and sour fish (hot and sour fish)
Hot and sour fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Time-honored Rushan (Rushan)
Rushan shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Alley claypot fish (claypot fish)
Claypot fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Time-honored hot and sour fish (hot and sour fish)
Hot and sour fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Authentic Rushan (milk fan)
Rushan shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Time-honored Rushan (Rushan)
Rushan shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Street-style Clay Pot Fish
Claypot fish restaurant recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Authentic Ersi (rice noodles)
An er si shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Authentic Ersi (rice noodles)
An er si shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Authentic Bai Three-Course Tea
Bai Three-Course Tea shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
Grandma's Ersi (rice noodles)
An er si shop recommended by locals in Dali, authentic taste and affordable prices
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- Meishij (美食杰) — Chinese cuisine database
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