Overview
Key takeaway
24-dish banquet where every dish has soup/broth (hence 'water'). 1,000-year-old tradition. The most famous is 'Peony Swallow Vegetable' (牡丹燕菜).
Time & cost
Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $11–$28.
Best for
Best if you want a local plate without explaining yourself at the counter — show the Chinese name on this page.
Practical
Price$11–$28
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereZhen Butong, Laoyangji, local restaurants
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 “洛阳水席” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Show to staff
你好，我想点不那么辣的。可以少放辣椒吗？谢谢。
Hi — I'd like something milder. Can you use less chili? Thank you.
Location & how to go
Zhen Butong, Laoyangji, local restaurants
MetroZhen Butong, Laoyangji, local restaurants
BusZhen Butong, Laoyangji, local restaurants
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “洛阳水席” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
