Overview
Key takeaway
Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers with cumin and chili. Xinjiang's most famous street food. Best at the Grand Bazaar.
Time & cost
Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $1–$1.
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–$1
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereGrand Bazaar, street stalls, local restaurants
Tips
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “烤羊肉串” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Grand Bazaar, street stalls, local restaurants
MetroGrand Bazaar, street stalls, local restaurants
BusGrand Bazaar, street stalls, local restaurants
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “烤羊肉串” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
