Chengdu Night Food Tour: Dan Hong Gao & Red Oil Wontons & Sweet Water Noodles & Sichuan Stir-fry & Plum Wine

Start an immersive Sichuan food journey from the century-old street atmosphere:

First, taste the freshly baked Dan Hong Gao from a copper griddle; the crispy yet soft crust is filled with sweet, savory, and spicy fillings like cream, pork floss, and spicy beef, unlocking the soul of Chengdu street food in one bite.

Next, savor the classic red oil wontons; thin-skinned and tender, soaked in a fragrant, secret red oil sauce that is spicy, fresh, and smooth, hitting the soul of Sichuan cuisine.

Then, unlock the signature old Chengdu sweet water noodles; thick, chewy handmade noodles coated in a sweet, spicy, and garlicky sauce. Though the portion is small, the layers of flavor are rich—a taste deeply ingrained in the bones of old Chengdu locals.

Afterwards, head deep into a local home-style restaurant to taste classic Sichuan stir-fries like Mapo Tofu and salt and pepper oyster mushrooms, where high-heat stir-frying locks in the rich 'wok hei,' allowing you to experience the authentic essence of Sichuan flavors beyond just spiciness.

Finally, wrap up at a cozy local tavern, sipping on sweet and sour homemade plum wine that cuts through the spice, paired with rice wine or local craft beer, and immerse yourself in the lazy, vibrant nightlife of Chengdu while feeling a bit tipsy.