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Li Xuan, the signature Chinese restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Chengdu, offers a dining experience that draws deeply on the region’s rich culinary heritage. The restaurant specializes in Cantonese cuisine, with local Sichuanese creations also featured on the menu. The décor—vibrant flowers and brocade—takes inspiration from the ancient Shu civilization, blending contemporary sensibilities with a profound appreciation for China’s millennia-old food culture.
The kitchen prepares meticulous, flavorful dishes that showcase both Cantonese finesse and Sichuan boldness. Standouts include double-boiled sea cucumber soup, morel mushrooms with bamboo pith, and the Li Xuan specialty: braised blue lobster with black truffles. Kung Fu style preparations reflect the skill and technique behind each plate. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, with a smart casual dress code and full accessibility.
Li Xuan has earned a Michelin Recommended distinction, a testament to its consistent quality and refined approach to Chinese dining. Whether you are a connoisseur of Cantonese cuisine or exploring the flavors of Sichuan, Li Xuan delivers a memorable meal in an elegant, welcoming atmosphere.
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