JU WEI QU JI

[Taste] Very delicious!! The garlic shrimp and marinated shrimp are not particularly spicy, very flavorful! BBQ yyds, very delicious!!! The lotus root tip is very tender! Ahhh! [Environment] The large table has a long queue, you really need to get a number in advance! [Service] The waiter seems to be not very experienced, and he doesn't understand the dishes from the children~ Everything else is ok~

Listen to my advice! Don't believe those online celebrity guides! A day of eating with a Changsha local is the true way to achieve "food freedom" 🤤 A few hours after landing, I've been showing off countless meals, my belt is practically loosened! 😂 First, I accompanied my partner to [Juwei Quji] – this is the pinnacle of Hunan cuisine! ✅ The fish roe and fish maw hot pot completely blew me away; it was the taste I'd been searching for for years, a taste that brought back childhood memories! ✅ The beef skewers were bursting with juice, ✅ The spicy crayfish were so fresh I wanted to stomp my feet, but the spiciness was soul-crushing; my Hunan colleagues laughed hysterically as I guzzled tea. 😆 Next, I met up with my bestie at [Benluobo], and this old favorite really lives up to its reputation! ✅ I could brag three bowls about the stir-fried pork with pickled green beans! You know, Changsha people have been particular about spicy food since the Warring States period; this level of flavor isn't something you can master! ✨ [Huogongdian Snack Kingdom] was the ultimate test! ✅The sugar-coated glutinous rice cakes are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, ✅the stinky tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside… After strolling around here, I was completely soaked in the flavor, like a walking lunchbox 🍱 stuffing myself with delicious food 😄 The taro milk scallops at [Mo Mo Dim Sum Bureau] are divine! So smooth and creamy, like eating clouds, even though I was stuffed, I couldn't resist forcing down two—who understands the joy of carbs! Finally, I rushed to [Jinlimen]. The queue was so long it seemed to circle the street, and I still couldn't squeeze in, but my best friend bought a lot, so I just ate hers. The pumpkin seeds were so crunchy I couldn't stop eating them 😋! They say Changsha is a city of abundance…yes, this is the hometown of carb bliss!

Drinking three cups of Chayan Yuese a day is a must, stinky tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, bursting with juice in every bite, and Hunan restaurants are known for their rice killers… Changsha is definitely a happy hometown for Nanjing foodies! ✨ Trip Highlights · Authentic time-honored brands + internet-famous newcomers: From century-old noodles to barbecue with 3-hour queues, experience the evolution of Changsha's cuisine. · Off-peak travel tips: A tried-and-tested guide to avoid long queues and maximize your sightseeing time. · Perfect combination of culture and tourism: One day for sightseeing, one day for food, a perfect balance of activity and relaxation. · Nanjing local's experience: A seamless taste switch from duck blood vermicelli to stinky tofu. 🗓️ Itinerary 🏙️ Day 1: Classic Urban Tour · Morning: Arrive at Changsha South Railway Station, take the subway directly to Wuyi Square for check-in. First stop: Chayan Yuese (the Youlan Latte is a must-try), then go to Black Classic for some stinky tofu. · Afternoon: Orange Isle (recommended to take the mini-train, round trip 40 yuan) and take a photo with the Chairman Mao statue. In the evening, experience the old Changsha atmosphere at Super Wenheyou. · Evening: Stroll and eat at Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street and Taiping Old Street. Recommended: Jinji Tangyou Tuotuo (crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, sweet but not greasy). Then, try the 2-yuan retro tea snacks at Dongmao Street Teahouse. 🏛️ Day 2: Cultural Heritage and Food Tour · Morning: Hunan Provincial Museum (free admission, reservation required; focus on the Mawangdui Han Tomb exhibit and Lady Xin Zhui). · Lunch: Dinner near the museum. Recommended: Zui Qingfeng (cumin beef, porcini mushrooms) or Da Wan Xiansheng (reasonably priced and home-style). · Afternoon: Yuelu Academy (40 yuan entrance fee) to experience the atmosphere of a thousand-year-old academy, then visit Aiwan Pavilion. Afterwards, stroll through the ancient alleys of Duzheng Street and sample local snacks. · Evening: Experience Changsha's late-night food culture. Recommended: Mengzhong Barbecue (fiery beef, garlic chicken) or Juwei Quji's crayfish (fried crayfish, braised crayfish). 🍜 Day 3: Time-Honored Brands and Local Flavors · Morning: Unlock the "Changsha Breakfast Code" at Hunan Rice Noodle Street. Recommended options include the rich and flavorful rice noodles at Bayi Bridge Original Rice Noodle Shop, or the spicy and numbing rice noodles at Yide Yi Rice Noodle Shop. · Afternoon: Savor the 135-year-old traditional handmade rice noodles at Gan Changshun (Wuyi Square Branch), or try the century-old crepe-textured wontons at Shuangyanlou. · Afternoon: Depending on your return time, you can purchase local specialties such as braised duck at Nanmenkou, then head to Changsha South Railway Station to return to Nanjing. 🍽️ Top Food Picks Snacks & Drinks · Cha Yan Yue Se: Orchid Latte, Sheng Sheng Oolong Tea · Tianma Beef Patties: Taiping Street flagship store, freshly fried to order, incredibly crispy · Jin Ji Sugar-coated Fried Dumplings: Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, freshly fried and sold. Recommended Meals · Ben Luo Bu Liuyang Restaurant: Sauerkraut Fried Rice Noodles, Vinegar Steamed Chicken, affordable per person · Hong Ji Xingsha Landmark Food Stall: 18 ways to cook crayfish, annual sales of braised crayfish exceed 100,000 jin · Chef Fei: Stir-fried Yellow Beef, freshly sliced ​​and cooked. Established Brands · Yang Yuxing Noodle Restaurant: A century-old restaurant, egg noodles are their signature dish · Yu Lou Dong: A "living fossil" of Hunan cuisine, their shredded beef tripe is amazing. 💰 Cost Reference (From Nanjing, round trip by high-speed rail, 3 days and 2 nights) · Transportation: Nanjing South ↔ Changsha South high-speed rail, second-class seat approximately 800 yuan · Accommodation: Two nights in a business hotel near Wuyi Square, approximately 600 RMB. Dining: Approximately 150-200 RMB per day (including popular drinks, local snacks, and main meals). Attraction Entrance Fees: Approximately 100 RMB (including the Orange Isle mini-train and Yuelu Academy). Total: Approximately 1500-1700 RMB per person. 💡 Useful Tips 1. Transportation: Download the "Changsha Metro" APP; most attractions in the city are accessible by subway. 2. Accommodation: Prioritize accommodation near Wuyi Square, located at the intersection of Metro Lines 1 and 2, offering convenient access to various destinations. 3. Reservations: Hunan Provincial Museum requires advance reservations via its official WeChat account; during peak season, 3-7 days in advance is recommended. 4. Queuing: Popular restaurants such as Benluobu can obtain a number in advance through their official WeChat account, or choose to dine outside of peak hours. 5. Spiciness: Nanjing locals can choose mild spice when ordering Hunan cuisine. Bring your own stomach medicine; even those of us who grew up eating duck blood vermicelli should respect the power of Hunan chili peppers! Changsha is truly a city worth a special trip just for the food! This guide has been personally tested and optimized; follow it and you're guaranteed a happy and worry-free trip! Remember to bring digestive aids and a 256GB stomach! #ChangshaTourism #NanjingDeparture #ChangshaFood #TeaYanYueSe

A foodie's brain that doesn't make food recommendations is simply wasting its talent and resources! No ads, eat with confidence. Of course, everyone's taste is different, this is just for reference. ——————————————— Hunan Cuisine Recommendations🌶️ 1️⃣ Bitter Melon with Fish (5 stars): Yellow Catfish Hot Pot, Stir-fried Eggs with Laba Beans, Stir-fried Chicken with Ginger, Stir-fried Sweet Potato Noodles with Cured Pork 2️⃣ Hunan Cuisine (4 stars): Home-style Shrimp, Beef with Coriander, Frog Legs with Perilla 3️⃣ Juwei Quji (4 stars): Fish Roe and Fish Maw Hot Pot 4️⃣ Mengzhong Barbecue (5 stars): Fiery Beef, Honey Mustard Chicken Wings, Fried Rice, Corn Kernels, Bean Sprouts, etc. ——————————————— Non-Hunan Cuisine Recommendations🥥 5️⃣ Grandma Thai Home Cooking (5 stars): Tom Yum Soup, Pomelo and Squid Salad, Minced Meat Basil Rice, Grilled Pork Neck 6️⃣ GOOOD Southeast Asian Cuisine (3 stars): Tom Yum Soup, Pounded Chicken Feet, Thai Pineapple Fried Rice, Lemongrass Grilled Chicken Wings, Ovaltine French Toast 7️⃣ Chaoshan Beef King (4 stars): Beef Platter, Beef Balls 8️⃣ Mai Ru Mai Delivery (5 stars): Steak BBQ Pizza, Garlic Fried Chicken, Spicy Seafood Rice Cake 9️⃣ Hongxing Qianjin Milk & Bread Company (4 stars): Taro and Red Bean Thick Toast, Banana Chocolate Thick Toast, Chocolate Pecan Puff Pastry Tart, Taro Bagel, Milk, Yogurt

Before coming to Changsha, my friend said that not eating at Juwei Quji is like not experiencing local late-night snacks! It's so comfortable here in autumn and winter. Besides the signature Blue Dragon hairy crab, the hot pot and side dishes were all a hit with my taste buds. ✅Fish Roe and Fish Maw Hot Pot A must-order! The fish roe and fish maw hot pot is bubbling and so fragrant! The ingredients are so fresh you can taste it, the broth is so rich it clings to the spoon, the fish roe bursts with flavor, and the fish maw is chewy and bouncy. One bite soaked in the broth is so delicious you'll want to stomp your feet! ✅Garlic-Flavored Prawns The prawns are huge, and the garlic sauce is incredibly flavorful. Coated in garlic, every bite is bursting with freshness. The deveining is so thoughtful; you'll want to suck the shell clean! ✅Jiangsu-Style Hairy Crab The Jiangsu-style hairy crab is absolutely amazing. The crab roe is overflowing, and the crab meat is sweet and fresh. ✅Changsha Landmark Braised Shrimp and Blue Lobster Platter A definite must-try braised shrimp dish in Changsha! The meat is firm and bouncy, the spiciness is just right, and the rich braised flavor penetrates to the bone. Every bite is so satisfying! #SeafoodFeast #Crayfish #ChangshaMustTry #ChangshaFood #LocalDelicacy