The Top 10 Restaurants In Sichuan, China

Established in May 2011, The Lazy Pug opened in Chengdu, Sichuan, with the goal of bringing an American-style dining experience to this rapidly growing city. The restaurant is named after the four-legged pets of the owners, a married couple who met while teaching at the same university. The menu here constantly changes but there are a couple of delicious barbecue items which always fortunately make an appearance. In addition to providing great food, The Lazy Pug also has a relaxing bar section, so guests will feel at home here whether they are sipping on a few cocktails or dining on a three-course meal.

For those seeking out the world-famous Sichuan hot pot, Shu Jiu Xiang is a must. Like most hot pot places in the area, the lively environment of Shu Jiu Xiang will keep guests engaged and entertained as they dip, dunk and dine over a table of the steaming delicacy. Unlike many other venues, this place is open late, making it the ideal spot in which to start or end a night out. With a large selection of add-ins and several flavors of hot pot soup available, this joint has something for everyone So whether guests want to sample milder flavors or tantalize their tastebuds with some serious spices, they’ll be satisfied.

Popular for their sense of humor as well as their pizza, the staff at Mike’s Pizza Kitchen know how to combine bucketloads of fun with a ton of great food. The pizza options here are seemingly endless. Diners can customize their own from a selection of more than 25 toppings or opt for a special from the menu. Top picks include The Frog Prince, with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, blue cheese and garlic, and Goldilocks, with ham, pineapple and bacon. The joint also serves up a wide variety of sandwiches, handmade desserts and sides.

This peaceful, idyllic venue has indoor Buddhist decor as well as a completely vegetarian menu. Wooden chopsticks and tableware add to the earthy atmosphere of the spot while faint, traditional Buddhist music playing in the background will put guests at ease. Recommendations here include the hand-peeled bamboo shoots, the burdock soup and the spicy pepper tofu. Buddhist monks and nuns frequently dine at this establishment, adding to the already culturally rich environment. Whether you’ve been a vegetarian for years or are just looking for a change, Weigen is an excellent choice for an intimate meal.