Chongqing Xiaomian
小面• Chongqing
💰 Price Range¥8-20 per bowl
⏰ Best Time to EatBreakfast or lunch
🏙️ CityChongqing
About Chongqing Xiaomian
The humble bowl that fuels Chongqing. Fresh wheat noodles tossed in chili oil, Sichuan pepper, garlic, scallions, and a dozen other seasonings. Every street corner has a xiaomian stall and everyone has their favorite. Cheap, fast, and more addictive than any fine dining.
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Where to Try
Street stalls (小面摊)
📍 Every neighborhood
💰 ¥8-12
Huaqian Xiaomian (花千小面)
📍 Jiefangbei area
💰 ¥12-18
Know Before You Go
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The sauce ratio is everything
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¥8-12 is normal — ¥20+ is overpriced
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Breakfast food — eat before 10 AM
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Add a fried egg (煎蛋) for ¥2
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It's supposed to be spicy — don't ask for mild
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