Xianheng is the restaurant most visitors to Shaoxing associate with Lu Xun, whose story Kong Yiji is set in a tavern of this name.
Xianheng is the restaurant most visitors to Shaoxing associate with Lu Xun, whose story Kong Yiji is set in a tavern of this name. The modern restaurant opened to the public on 18 September 1981 and sits at the end of the Lu Xun Native Place area on Luxun Middle Road. The menu centres on Shaoxing home cooking and the local huangjiu (yellow rice wine), with fennel beans, stinky tofu and drunken dishes as the classic accompaniments.
| Price | $$ |
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| Address | No. 179 Luxun Middle Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing, Zhejiang |
Signature dishes
- Fennel beans (huixiang dou)
- Stinky tofu (chou doufu)
- Shaoxing drunken chicken
- Drunken crab
- Qilin mandarin fish
Good to know
- Known for
- Shaoxing's best-known heritage tavern, tied to Lu Xun's story Kong Yiji and serving huangjiu with fennel beans and stinky tofu
Location
No. 179 Luxun Middle Road, Yuecheng District, Shaoxing, Zhejiang
29.9992, 120.5880 View on map
Highlights
- Drinking warmed Shaoxing huangjiu with fennel beans and stinky tofu in the tavern of Kong Yiji fame.
Tips for visiting
- Order warmed huangjiu by the jar or bowl alongside fennel beans; the pairing is the point of the visit.
- Average spend is about ¥150 per person, so groups sharing several dishes keep costs down.
- Call +86 575 8511 6666 ahead for dinner or group tables, especially on weekends and holidays.
- Combine the meal with a walk through the nearby Lu Xun Native Place area on Luxun Middle Road.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access and step-free entry are not confirmed in available listings. Visitors with mobility needs should call +86 575 8511 6666 before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Xianheng Hotel Restaurant famous?
Lu Xun's story Kong Yiji is set in a tavern called Xianheng, and the restaurant on Luxun Middle Road is the best-known heritage tavern tied to that story.
What should visitors order at Xianheng?
Classic orders are warmed Shaoxing huangjiu with fennel beans and stinky tofu, plus drunken chicken and drunken crab.
How much does a meal cost?
Average spend is about ¥150 (roughly $22 USD) per person, rated $$.