Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Emeishan locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Tofu Pudding? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Emeishan.
Breakfast: Tofu Pudding is Emeishan locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 山脚, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Tofu Pudding and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Tofu Pudding veteran near 半山, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 金顶, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 山脚 old Tofu Pudding (20-year veteran); ② 半山 trendy Tofu Pudding (good ambiance); ③ 金顶 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 金顶; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 乐山大佛; ⑥ 佛教文化-themed restaurant; ⑦ Local breakfast joint; ⑧ Night market BBQ; ⑨ Dessert old shop; ⑩ Souvenir shop. Budget: a full day of eating ~200-400 RMB/person.