Halal food in China? Think again
If you’ve ever been told that halal food in China is difficult to find, this is your sign to save the myth for elsewhere. In Aziz Family Official’s video, the message is clear: halal food is out there—and in some places, it’s practically woven into the city’s everyday food culture. What follows is a tour of five spots across different cities, each offering its own style, flavours and atmosphere.
1) Shenzhen: Beef skewers with a serious reputation
The video kicks off in Shenzhen, where a beef skewer restaurant is reportedly responsible for selling over 16 million skewers. The excitement isn’t just in the numbers—one look at the kitchen is part of what convinces viewers that the food is the real deal.
- Where to go: Shenzhen’s beef skewer restaurant highlighted in the video
- What to expect: A local favourite known for high-volume, craveable skewers
It’s the kind of stop that makes you think, “So that’s why people keep talking about it.”
2) Chongqing: A halal food street you can’t miss
Next is Chongqing, with a very straightforward discovery: right outside Chao Tian Gong station, you’ll see a halal food street. The video describes an area dedicated to halal food, with stall after stall offering options that make it easy to explore rather than settle.
- Where to go: Near Chao Tian Gong station in Chongqing
- What to expect: A dedicated halal food street with many stalls
If you want a trip where you can wander and sample without overthinking, this is the kind of place that delivers.
3) Chengdu: A whole street dedicated to halal
In Chengdu, halal food doesn’t just appear—it has a spotlight. The video points to a whole street dedicated to halal food, giving you a concentrated experience in one area.
Even better, the food described is memorable on sight and taste. The video mentions beef roti, which stops everyone in their tracks, and then nods to a specific roti spot: Mon Bee Chinese roti. It’s described as apparently having the same owner as one in KL—adding a familiar connection for travellers who like recognising names as they explore.
- Where to go: The halal street in Chengdu highlighted in the video
- What to look for: Beef roti and the Mon Bee Chinese roti stall mentioned in the video
4) Xi’an: The Muslim Quarter and sweets you’ve likely never seen
Heading to Xi’an, the video recommends heading straight for the Muslim Quarter. Here, you’ll find halal foods and Chinese Muslim sweets that the hosts say they’ve never seen before.
Location matters too: the Muslim Quarter is described as being right next to one of the oldest mosques in China. That combination—historic atmosphere and street-level food—helps explain why the area is so compelling to visit.
- Where to go: Xi’an’s Muslim Quarter
- What to expect: Halal foods, plus Chinese Muslim sweets near an old mosque
5) Kashgar: The Han Bazaar and rose petal tea
Finally, the video brings you to Kashgar, where the scene turns into a true market moment. The hosts say they are currently at the Han Bazaar Bazaar in Kashgar, and what they witness is described as “something amazing”.
The highlights are vivid: pots of pilaf big enough to feed a crowd, and rose petal tea—a detail that instantly makes Kashgar feel like a place for both hearty meals and special treats.
- Where to go: Han Bazaar in Kashgar
- What to expect: Large pots of pilaf and rose petal tea
Five cities. Five halal food cultures. One unforgettable idea.
The best takeaway from this video is its variety: five cities, five completely different food cultures, all halal and all memorable. Whether you’re drawn to sizzling skewers, dedicated halal streets, historic neighbourhoods or bustling bazaars, China offers far more than “limited options”. It offers experiences.
Ready to plan your halal-friendly China food trip?
At Sakina Tours, we love curating travel that makes your journey feel effortless—so you can focus on the sights, the flavours and the memories. If you’d like help building your own itinerary around halal food spots like these, get in touch and let us tailor the experience to your pace and preferences.
Note: This article is based on locations and descriptions mentioned in the provided video transcript and summary.
