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Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles)

Sweet potato noodles in spicy-sour broth with peanuts and pickled vegetables. Street food classic.

FoodFood & Night Markets

$1–$3

1–2 hrs

Overview

Key takeaway

Sweet potato noodles in spicy-sour broth with peanuts and pickled vegetables. Street food classic.

Time & cost

Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $1–$3.

Best for

Best if you want a local plate without explaining yourself at the counter — show the Chinese name on this page.

Practical

Price$1–$3
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereHao Chi Jie, Ciqikou, street stalls

Tips

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

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Show the Chinese name “酸辣粉” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.

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你好,我想点不那么辣的。可以少放辣椒吗?谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, wǒ xiǎng diǎn bù nàme là de. Kěyǐ shǎo fàng làjiāo ma? Xièxie.

Hi — I'd like something milder. Can you use less chili? Thank you.

Location & how to go

Hao Chi Jie, Ciqikou, street stalls

MetroHao Chi Jie, Ciqikou, street stalls
BusCity buses serve the area, but routes change. Use Amap/Baidu for the live stop and last bus near Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles).
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “酸辣粉” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.5· 18 verified reviews

Editor verification notes

Operational notes from the ChinaPie editorial team — not traveler ratings, and not counted toward stars.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    We verified a partner table-booking style flow end-to-end where linked — request, confirm, deposit; Mandarin is helpful but not always required.

  • ChinaPie Editors
    Editor verification note

    Editor note: Alipay Tour Card worked at the counter, and QR-ordering screens often have an English toggle — ask staff if it is not obvious.

Guide Q&A

Where should I try Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles) in Chongqing?

Hao Chi Jie, Ciqikou, street stalls

How much does Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles) cost?

$1–$3

How long does a Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles) stop take?

1–2 hrs

Any ordering tips for Suanla fen (hot & sour noodles)?

Show the Chinese name on this page, confirm the price before sitting, and pay by Alipay or WeChat QR when possible.

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