Top 7 Recommended Western Restaurants in Chengdu 2024

Even though Sichuan Cuisine occupies most streets of Chengdu, but still there are some popular western restaurants have made a firm foothold among massive Sichuan Cuisine restaurants. These restaurants are not only very popular among local people, but also always get favored by foreign travelers here. As a very popular destination in China, Chengdu has lots of foreign style restaurants for you to choose, from cheap fast food to luxury custom-made dishes. Western cafes and bars are also easy to find in Chengdu.

Most of these western restaurants are founded and operated by foreigners, located in downtown area, in Tongzilin, and offers multiple style of food, including American, French, Italian, Turkish, Spanish food. For those who are craving foods in hometown or get difficulty in adapting local food, these western restaurants are great places to go. Following are some popular western restaurants in Chengdu.

1. Mike’s Pizza Kitchen 麦可披萨

Cuisines: Italian, American, Pizza; Vegetarian Friendly

Location: #7 No.4 Tongzhlin Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu 成都市武侯区桐梓林路4号附7号

Tel: 18628093914

Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11:30-13:00 & 16:00-21:00

If you like Pizza, try Mike’s pizza which is considered the best pizza in Chengdu. Mike is not a Italian, but he dedicates to make the best pizza to satisfy pizza lovers. You can have a great selection of Pizzas and drinks on the menu, classic American style pizzas are very popular, or you can order other recommended specialty with great crust. Salad and soup are yummy as well. The environment is welcoming, service is good and home delivery service is also available.

2. Blue Frog (Taikoo Li) 蓝蛙（成都远洋太古里店）

Cuisines: American, Bar, European, International

Location: 1307, 1F, East Taikoo Li, No.8, Middle Shamao Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu 成都市锦江区中纱帽街8号成都原汤太古里东里1层1307

Tel: 028-64652098

Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00-22:00

Taikoo Li is an open block shopping center gathering many international luxury brands and Michelin-starred restaurants. It is located next to Chunxi Road and Daci Temple. If you crave western food in downtown Chengdu, Blue Frog is a good place to go. Hamburger and potato fries are the top favorites. Price here is kind of expensive. But eating outside with friends and enjoying the atmosphere in a busy city center, see people walking around is a special experience. After dinner, you can wonder in Taikoo Li to see the dazzling night views.

3. Good Good Mexicann Grill (Tangba Street) 墨式餐吧镗钯街店)

Cuisines: Mexican, American, Southwestern, Fast Food; Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options

Location: No.61 Tangba Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu 成都市锦江区镗钯街61号

Tel: 18224438047

Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00-22:00

This Mexican restaurant is near Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li. It is not very big but is decorated quite distinctive. They serve fast and staff are very nice. Don’t miss the delicious burritos, nachos, classic and in big portion. Environment is clean and atmosphere is great. You can sit inside or outside. The highlight is the fast service and tasty Taco.

4. McElroy's Irish Pub 麦克若伊爱尔兰餐吧

Cuisines: American, Irish, Deli, Pub, Bar

Location: #36-37, 1F, Block B, East Poly Center, N0.1 Jinxiu Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu 成都市武侯区锦绣路1号保利中心东区B座1楼附36-37号

Tel: 18180551150

Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday 17:00-01:00; Friday & Saturday: 17:00-03:00

Guests all agree it’s a true Irish pub in Chengdu. Looking for an authentic bar to spend nightlife? McElroy near the American Consulate is a good place recommended. The environment, the music, the delicious nachos, fantastic burger, anyway, drinks and food will surprise you. Friendly staff and nice service! And you surely can enjoy a cup of bears and a wonderful night here!

5. Iron Pig American BBQ 铁猪美式烤肉（桐梓林店）

Cuisines: American, Brew Pub, Bar, Barbecue

Location: No.9 -24-25, Tongzilin South Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu 成都市武侯区桐梓林南路9号附24-25号

Tel: 028-85176022

Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday: 12:00-20:00; Friday-Sunday: 12:00-14:30

Searching for western fried food that open late in the evening? Iron Pig American BBQ could be your choice in the south downtown Chengdu. Food and drink is very outstanding plus drinks are priced reasonable. Homemade beer and ribs, brisket should be on the top of your list. Service is good too. There are three chain restaurants you can go, one in Tongzilin, others newly-opened are in U Fun and Paradise Walk.

6. Peter’s Tex-Mex (Tongzilin) 彼德西餐厅(桐梓林东路店)

Cuisines: Southwestern, Mexican

Location: No.12 Tongzilin East Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu 成都市武侯区桐梓林东路12号

Tel: 028- 85180903

Opening Hours: Open daily, 07:30 – 23:00

Want the authentic taste of Tex-Mex in Chengdu? Peter’s Restaurant provides you totally the same taste, same dishes. It has replaced the Grandma’s Kitchen as the most popular American-style restaurant in Chengdu. The foods are well prepared and varied, the portions are enormous, and it’s not that expensive. The bestselling items are hulking bacon cheeseburgers with fries, exclusive ice cream, salads and frosted cinnamon rolls, etc. Waitresses, dressed in denim ornament with Texas’ Lone Star, are friendly and can speak English. Generally, 100 to 200 Yuan is totally enough to enjoy a delicious dinner for two.

7. Grandma’ Kitchen 祖母的厨房(人南店)

Cuisines: Italian

Location: N0.22, Section 4 Renmin South Road, Wuhou District, Chengdu 成都市武侯区人民南路四段22号

Tel: 028-85553856

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday: 09:00-23:00

Grandma’s Kitchen is now an experienced western restaurant in Chengdu, and has built its foothold in Chengdu for many years. So far, there are already 5 chain restaurants founded – one in Renmin South Road, near Nijiaqiang (easily reached by Chengdu Metro Line 1), one in IFS of Chunxi Road, others are located in different regions in Chengdu. The Grandma is very popular with both locals and westerners. It is decorated in New England style with red bricks, which make it really like the grandma’s kitchen. The best feature of Grandma’ Kitchen is American Homemade food, including salad, sandwiches, deli, buttered bread. They also serve German beers, and a great selection of wine.

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