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Nanjing salted duck

Tender poached duck with salty-savory flavor. Nanjing's most famous dish, eaten cold. Best in autumn.

FoodFood & Night Markets

$4–$8

1–2 hrs

Overview

Key takeaway

Tender poached duck with salty-savory flavor. Nanjing's most famous dish, eaten cold. Best in autumn.

Time & cost

Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $4–$8.

Best for

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

Practical

Price$4–$8
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereHan Fu Xing, Yin Shi, local delicatessens

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 “南京盐水鸭” 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

Han Fu Xing, Yin Shi, local delicatessens

MetroHan Fu Xing, Yin Shi, local delicatessens
BusCity buses serve the area, but routes change. Use Amap/Baidu for the live stop and last bus near Nanjing salted duck.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “南京盐水鸭” 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

    ChinaPie editors ate here during the verification run. The price band and spice-level notes in this guide match the menu we photographed.

  • 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 Nanjing salted duck in Nanjing?

Han Fu Xing, Yin Shi, local delicatessens

How much does Nanjing salted duck cost?

$4–$8

How long does a Nanjing salted duck stop take?

1–2 hrs

Any ordering tips for Nanjing salted duck?

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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