At Qu Xing Lou Street in Chengdu, Discover a Food Shop Similar to Xiao Bin Lou Specializing in Chengdu Snacks
It’s a must to experience authentic Chengdu snacks when traveling to Chengdu.
But there are really too many Chengdu snacks: Zhong Shui Jiaozi, Sweet Water Noodles, Pot Pot Chicken, Heartbroken Cold Noodles, Long Chashou, Spring Rolls... Just looking at the names is dizzying.
But now, foreign friends don't have to worry about where to find snacks in Chengdu—because there's a small shop called ‘Little Taste Party·Chengdu Snack Collection’ on Qu Xing Lou Street (Chengdu and Chongqing are too similar in names!), which basically covers all Chengdu snacks.
Store Guide:
‘Little Taste Party’ is located near Kuanzhai Alley in the ‘hot blogger district’ – Qu Xing Lou Street, specifically at No. 14, Qu Xing Lou Street.
The shop is decorated like a warm little wooden house, and the storefront is very small, making it hard to imagine so many Chengdu snacks inside.
The shop has a whole wall of ‘Mahjong wall’, and some old photos, which is very suitable for taking pictures.
Ordering Guide:
Nine-Grid Small Snack Set 39.5¥:
Seeing this dish, I couldn't help but hear the voice of a famous Chongqing old brand: Xiao Bin Lou?
Friends who are familiar with Xiao Bin Lou know that it was a famous catering brand in the early 1990s in Chongqing. The (Peiyou Jiu Gongge) is a catering brand that encapsulates the classic snacks of the former capital. (Of course, Jiu Gongge is not a patent of Xiao Bin Lou, but opening Jiu Gongge on Qu Xing Lou Street is a bit mind-blowing).
Speaking of Jiu Gongge, it’s really a high-value set in terms of cost-effectiveness:
Crispy Spring Rolls, Onion Pancake with Crispy Fried Shallots, Lemon-flavored Chili Chicken, Soft and Sticky Yellow Bean Cake, Spicy and Fresh Cold Eat Rabbit, Cold Eat Beef with Crispy Yellow Beans, Deseeded Tomatoes as a Detoxifier, and Sticky Rice Cakes.
Each dish is only a small portion, but such a combination covers everything. It might not be enough for one person to eat, it's suitable for 2-3 people.
Cold Eat Beef 29¥
Although there is Cold Eat Beef in Jiu Gongge, if it’s crowded, it’s better to order it directly.
Cold Eat Beef is served with a generous portion, very spicy, the beef has a chewy texture, and the taste lingers on the tongue.
Old Chengdu Dan Dan Noodles 7¥
Dan Dan Noodles is a unique noodle dish in Sichuan, and this Dan Dan Noodles is very authentic.
The combination of fermented beans, sesame, and peanut sauce makes it super fragrant, and you'll definitely want a second bowl!
Ice Heart Glutinous Rice Balls 12¥
After eating too much spicy food, you can have a sweet dessert to relieve the spiciness. Ice Heart Glutinous Rice Balls have a cool and soft texture, with a layer of red sugar and peanut powder on the outside, which is perfectly sweet.
Peony Ice Soup Balls 7¥
The amount of glutinous rice balls is real, and it can be eaten as a main course. The aroma of peony is strong and the icy and refreshing taste is perfect for relieving grease and spiciness.
Overall, the cost-effectiveness and taste of this store are definitely worth the queue. It's a good idea to treat Chengdu snacks as a main course, with an average per capita consumption of around 30 yuan, and you can eat your fill.
However, be aware that during peak hours, this store will be crowded, so it's best to visit during off-peak hours.
