Halal Restaurants in Chengdu

Experience Chengdu's famous spicy Sichuan cuisine in halal form. From halal hotpot to mapo tofu, discover authentic flavors without compromising your dietary needs.

Featured Halal Restaurants

Ma Yuxing Halal Hotpot

Famous halal hotpot with authentic Sichuan spicy broth and fresh beef selections

Jinjiang District

Xinjiang Restaurant (Chengdu)

Traditional Uyghur cuisine with hand-pulled noodles and lamb kebabs

Wuhou District

Hui Muslim Restaurant

Local favorite for halal mapo tofu, dan dan noodles, and Sichuan beef dishes

Qingyang District

Popular Halal Neighborhoods

Jinjiang District - Muslim Quarter

Historic Muslim area near Chengdu Mosque with traditional halal restaurants serving Sichuan-style Chinese Muslim cuisine and authentic Hui dishes.

25+ halal restaurants

Chunxi Road Shopping District

Modern shopping area with contemporary halal dining options, including hotpot chains, noodle houses, and international restaurants catering to tourists.

18+ halal restaurants

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Complete Guide to Halal Dining in Chengdu

Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province and birthplace of spicy Chinese cuisine, offers a unique halal dining experience. The city's Muslim community has adapted traditional Sichuan recipes to create authentic halal versions of beloved dishes like mapo tofu, kung pao chicken (with beef), and the famous Sichuan hotpot.

Types of Halal Cuisine in Chengdu

  • Halal Sichuan Cuisine: Spicy dishes adapted to use beef, lamb, and chicken instead of pork, maintaining authentic Sichuan flavors and numbing peppercorns
  • Halal Hotpot: Chengdu's signature dish available in halal form with spicy red broth, mild white broth, or split pot options
  • Xinjiang Cuisine: Northwestern Chinese dishes providing a break from Sichuan spice with lamb kebabs and hand-pulled noodles
  • Hui Muslim Cuisine: Traditional Chinese Muslim dishes with a local Sichuan twist, featuring beef noodles and stir-fries

Must-Try Halal Sichuan Dishes

Don't miss halal mapo tofu (麻婆豆腐) made with beef instead of pork, dan dan noodles (担担面) with halal meat sauce, and Sichuan beef in spicy sauce (水煮牛肉). For the authentic Chengdu experience, try halal hotpot (清真火锅) with fresh beef slices, lamb, and vegetables in numbingly spicy broth. Vegetarians can enjoy the extensive selection of vegetable and tofu dishes that are naturally halal.

Tips for Muslim Travelers in Chengdu

Chengdu's metro system makes it easy to reach halal restaurants across the city. The main Muslim quarter near Chengdu Mosque (成都清真寺) in Jinjiang District is an excellent starting point. Most halal restaurants display the halal certificate (清真) prominently. Be aware that Sichuan cuisine is typically very spicy—request "不要辣" (búyào là) for mild or non-spicy versions. Many restaurants offer spice level customization.

Best Time to Visit

Chengdu's halal restaurants are busiest during dinner hours (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM). For hotpot, arriving early (before 6:30 PM) helps avoid long waits. The city comes alive at night, and many halal street food vendors operate along Jinli Ancient Street and near the Muslim quarter. During Ramadan, several restaurants adjust their hours and offer special iftar meals.