Longjuxiang Shaomai Restaurant (Drum Tower Branch)
龍聚祥烧麦馆
A popular shaomai restaurant at the northwest corner of the Drum Tower, where mutton shaomai and sheep offal soup are highly favored by locals, offering authentic Datong flavors for both breakfast and main meals.
Located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Gulou West Street and Yongtai Street in the ancient town, directly facing the Drum Tower. It is famous for its freshly wrapped shaomai, with the mutton shaomai having the best reputation. The three-colored shaomai (8 pieces per serving) is highly photogenic. Other frequently recommended dishes include yellow millet cold cake with osmanthus honey, sheep offal soup with vermicelli, and stir-fried fresh daylily. The Prince's Special Chicken is prepared in limited quantities daily and is available until sold out. The restaurant usually fills up within half an hour of opening; while you may need to wait for a table, the service is fast. It is recommended to arrive before 11:30 for lunch, or visit during off-peak hours between 15:00 and 16:00. It is also open for breakfast. The average cost is about 60–80 RMB per person, making it a convenient stop while visiting the Drum Tower and Huayan Temple.
Opening hours
06:30–09:00, approx. 11:00–14:00, 17:00–21:00 (may remain open continuously on holidays; varies slightly across platforms)
Nearby sights
- Datong Drum Tower
- Datong Ancient City Wall
- Nine-Dragon Wall
- Datong Guandi Temple
- Shanhua Temple
- Prince Dai's Mansion
- Datong Confucian Temple
- Huayan Temple