Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Kashgar locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Kebab? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Kashgar.
Breakfast: Kebab is Kashgar locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 老城, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Kebab and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Kebab veteran near 新城, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 疏附, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 老城 old Kebab (20-year veteran); ② 新城 trendy Kebab (good ambiance); ③ 疏附 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 喀什老城; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 艾提尕尔清真寺; ⑥ 维吾尔文化-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.