Mingting Restaurant (Waicaojiaxiang)
明婷饭店
A famous "fly restaurant" in Caojiaxiang, opened in 1997, where the Pig Brain Tofu is a must-order on almost every table.
Founded by the couple Zhang Fuming and Zhang Ting in 1997, and moved to its current location in Waicaojiaxiang in 2013 due to urban redevelopment, this is a representative of Chengdu's "fly restaurants" (unpretentious local eateries). The environment is simple. The signature Pig Brain Tofu is practically a must-order, while the Steamed Pork with Soy Sauce in Lotus Leaf, Special Fragrant Pork Ribs, and Pork Kidney with Scallions are also highly popular. There are queues year-round, so arriving early or booking in advance is recommended; some diners note that lunch reservations are only held until 12:00. The average cost is about 70 RMB per person. It is within walking distance of Hongxing Bridge Station on Metro Line 3, or you can take a bus to Caojiaxiang Station.
Opening hours
11:00-21:00
Nearby sights
- Tianfu Panda Tower (Sichuan TV Tower)
- Wenshu Monastery
- Jinjiang Theatre (Sichuan Opera)
- Jianshe Road Food Street
- Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li
- Daci Temple
- Mengzhuiwan Riverside
- Jinjiang River Night Cruise (Dongmen Wharf)