Top Snacks in Xiamen

Xiamen, a beautiful coastal city in southern China, is a suitable destination for a leisure vacation without urgent itinerary. Here I list top snacks in Xiamen for travelers who plan a trip to Xiamen.
 

No. 1 - Shacha Noodle (沙茶面)

Shacha Noodle is a famous snack in Xiamen. The main ingredient is called “sha cha” which is made of shrimp sauce, curry, chilli powder, sesamum seeds, etc. Shacha sauce is in a taste of slight sweet and slight spicy, popular with people in Fujian, Canton and Hong Kong. A delicious sauce cooks with seafood.

Firstly cook the noodle in boiling water for few seconds, and then put the noodle into the bowl. You can put the materials with different tastes according to your preference. And finally, put the Shacha sauce into the noodle. Cook all the materials with the Shacha sauce together for 1 min. And then, pour the soup into the bowl of noodle. And you can enjoy it.



► Recommended Shacha Noodle Restaurants
Yuehua Shacha Noodle Restaurant (月华沙茶面店)
Recommended taste: Black sugar Shacha noodle
Add: Opposite to the Minli Primary School, No. 78, Zhenbang Road, Xiamen (镇邦路78号, 民立小学对面)

Dazhong Shacha Noodle Restaurant (大中沙茶面店)
Add: No. 49, Zhongshan Road, Siming District, Xiamen (思明区中山路49号)

Jiaweizaitian Snack Restaurant(佳味再添小吃)
Add: No. 49, Datong Road, Xiamen (大同路49号)
 

No. 2 Oyster Omelette (ô-á-tsian) (海蛎煎)

Oyster Omelette is mainly made by oyster. The oyster in Xiamen is in a small size in triangle shape. The oyster meat is delicious. When you enjoy the oyster omelette, eat it with chili sauce, you will find the taste is fantastic.


► Recommended Oyster Omelette Restaurant:
Lianhuan Oyster Omelette Restaurant (莲欢海蛎煎)
Add: No. 4, Jukouhengxiang, Jukou Street, Zhongshan Road, Siming District, Xiamen(思明区中山路局口街局口横巷4号)
 

No. 3 Peanut Sweet Soup (花生汤)

Peanut Sweet Soup in Xiamen is a simple but popular snack among locals.The cook method of it is a little complex. Firstly, using the boiled water to soak the peanut, and then peel the peanut skin. After that, cook the peanut by the pressure cooker. When the peanut is cooked thoroughly, put sugar into the cooker and continue to cook it till the peanut becomes tender. When eat this sweet soup, you can enjoy it together with desserts or snacks.



► Recommended Peanut Sweet Soup:
Huangzehe Peanut Sweet Soup Restaurant
Add: No. 22 - 24. Zhongshan Road, Xiamen (厦门中山路22-24号)
 

No. 4 Sea Worm Jelly (土笋冻)

Sea Worm Jelly is a kind of jelly made of seafood. Sea worm, literary called sipunculid worm, is a kind of annelids. When this worm is cooked tenderly, the pectin of it mixes with water, and finally become a kind of jelly, thus the name Sea Worm Jelly. The Sea Worm Jelly can be eaten together with different kinds of sauces according to your taste preferences, such as sweet sauce, sour sauce. Although the name of this snack sounds a little terrible, it is one of the most popular snacks in Xiamen.



► Recommended Sea Worm Jelly Restaurant
Ximen Sea Worm Jelly Restaurant (西门土笋冻)
Add: No. 33, Douxi Road, Siming District, Xiamen (思明区 斗西路33号)
 

No. 5 Glutinous Rice Dumpling (烧肉粽)

Glutinous Rice Dumpling in Fujian can be made in different tastes including salty, sweet, green bean taste, etc. And the most famous one is in Xiamen. This kind of dumpling should be eaten immediately when it is cooked well. The ingredients can be shrimp, pork, Chinese chestnut, mushroom, etc.



► Recommended Glutinous Rice Dumpling Restaurant:
1980 Glutinous Rice Dumpling (1980烧肉粽)
Add: No. 353, Zhongshan Road, Siming District, Xiamen (思明区中山路353号，近工人文化宫旧址)
 

No. 6 Spring Roll (春卷)

Spring Roll, also called Spring Cake, is a kind of snack which is always eaten during the spring festival. The spring roll is a delicious food with stuffing such as meat, egg, fish, etc. Not only Xiamen people like to eat it, but also the whole national people like this snack.



► Recommended Spring Roll Restaurant:
Aqing Spring Roll Restaurant (阿卿春卷)
Add: No. 8, Jukou Street, Siming District, Xiamen (思明区局口街8号)
 

no.7 Duck Porridge （鸭肉粥）

A savory staple in Xiamen, duck porridge features tender duck meat and offal simmered in a fragrant, soy sauce-based broth. Short-grain rice is cooked in the rich, umami-laden stock until soft and creamy, absorbing the deep flavors of the duck. Toppings like duck liver, intestines, or crispy fried dough add texture, creating a hearty, comforting bowl perfect for breakfast or late-night meals.



 

► Recommended Duck Porridge Restaurant:

Fuyu Datong Duck Porridge (浮屿大同鸭肉粥)

• Highlight: A legendary spot since 1983, offering customizable porridge with over 25 toppings—from duck gizzard to seafood. The broth, flavored with herbal notes, has a distinct soy sauce depth that locals adore.
• Add: Adjacent to Datong Primary School, Xiaoxue Road, Siming District, Xiamen (小学路大同小学旁边)

Baicheng Datong Duck Porridge (百成大同鸭肉粥)

• Highlight: Known for its generous portions and tender duck slices. The porridge is thick and rice-laden, with a broth that balances savory and slightly sweet flavors.
• Add: No. 1-106, Wenping Road, Siming District, Xiamen (文屏路 1-106 号)

Baicheng Datong Duck Store (百成大同鸭肉店)

• Highlight: A no-frills eatery serving straightforward, flavorful duck porridge. The duck meat is succulent, and the broth is packed with hearty, comforting flavors.
• Add: No. 17, 881 Xiahe Road, Siming District, Xiamen (厦禾路 881 号之 17)
  
   

no.8 Ginger-Mother Duck（姜母鸭）

A iconic Fujian-Taiwan dish, ginger-mother duck combines tender duck meat with bold, spicy-sweet flavors from aged ginger (姜母) and sesame oil. The duck is stir-fried until fragrant, then slow-cooked in rice wine to deepen the flavors, resulting in tender meat and a rich, aromatic sauce. The ginger, while pungent, adds a warming, invigorating kick, making it a popular choice for cold weather.

► Recommended Duck Porridge Restaurant:

Shiheli Ginger-Mother Duck (时和利姜母鸭)

• Highlight: A hidden gem near Laoxia Port, using traditional methods to cook duck until the meat falls off the bone. The sauce, infused with ginger and sesame oil, is perfect for drizzling over rice.
• Add: Minzu Road, Siming District, Xiamen (near Old Xiagang Area) (思明区民族路，老厦港边上)

Guanding Ginger-Mother Duck (灌顶姜母鸭)

• Highlight: Located near the Overseas Chinese Museum, this shop is praised for its balanced flavors—tender duck, fragrant ginger, and a savory broth that’s both hearty and aromatic.
• Add: Siming South Road, Siming District, Xiamen (near Overseas Chinese Museum) (思明南路，华侨博物馆周遭)

Baizan Ginger-Mother Duck (佰赞姜母鸭)

• Highlight: A convenient spot near D Shengli Bus Station, offering quick service and authentic taste. The duck is cooked to perfection, with a sauce that’s rich enough to complement the meat without overwhelming it.
• Add: Near D Shengli Bus Station, Siming District, Xiamen (大生里公交站附近)
   

no.9 Five-Spice Rolls (五香卷)

A crispy, savory street food, five-spice rolls feature minced pork, water chestnuts, and scallions wrapped in soybean skin, then deep-fried to golden perfection. The filling, seasoned with five-spice powder, offers a fragrant, umami-rich flavor, while the outer layer is light and crunchy. Served with sweet chili sauce, they’re a popular snack or side dish, perfect for on-the-go munching.

► Recommended Five-Spice Rolls Restaurant:

A Jie Five-Spice Rolls (阿杰五香)

• Highlight: A legendary stall in the Eighth Seafood Market (八市), known for handmade rolls fried fresh daily. The filling is juicy and flavorful, with a perfect balance of meat and crunchy water chestnuts.
• Add: No. 111, Kaihe Road, Siming District, Xiamen (开禾路 111 号)

Zhong Lijun Manjian Cake & Five-Spice Rolls (钟丽君满煎糕・五香卷)

• Highlight: A beloved shop in Jukou Street, offering crispy, well-seasoned five-spice rolls alongside their famous 满煎糕 (sweet pancakes). The rolls are generously stuffed and fried to a perfect crunch.
• Add: No. 43, Jukou Street, Siming District, Xiamen (局口街 43 号)

Old Street Five-Spice Rolls (老街五香卷)

• Highlight: Tucked away in Gulangyu Island or Xiamen’s historic districts, these shops serve traditional five-spice rolls with homemade soybean skin and fresh, authentic flavors.
• Add: Gulangyu Island or Old Town Areas, Xiamen (鼓浪屿或老城区)
   

no.10 Mee Sua Soup (面线糊)

A classic Xiamen breakfast, mee sua soup features thin, slippery wheat noodles (面线) in a clear, savory broth made from pork bones or seafood. The noodles are gently cooked until soft, then topped with ingredients like braised pork, fried dough sticks, shrimp, or oysters. The broth, often seasoned with a dash of vinegar or chili, offers a light yet flavorful base, making it a versatile and comforting dish.

► Recommended Mee Sua Soup Restaurant:

Fuyu Mee Sua Soup (浮屿面线糊)

• Highlight: A popular spot for customizable mee sua soup, allowing you to add toppings like braised intestines, crispy pork, or fresh seafood. The broth is rich and umami-packed, with noodles that melt in your mouth.
• Add: No. 200, Xiahe Road, Siming District, Xiamen (厦禾路 200 号)

A Ling Mee Sua Soup (阿玲面线糊)

• Highlight: Located in Xi’an Road, this shop is known for its silky noodles and flavorful broth made from slow-cooked pork bones. The addition of 马蹄酥 (water chestnut pastries) adds a delightful crunch.
• Add: No. 63-1, Xi’an Road, Siming District, Xiamen (溪岸路 63 号之 1)

Chen Xingzai Restaurant (陈星仔饮食店)

• Highlight: A decades-old eatery in Yingping Road, serving mee sua soup with a unique, slightly sweet broth. The noodles are perfectly cooked, and the old-school ambiance adds to its charm.
• Add: No. 31, Yingping Road, Siming District, Xiamen (营平路 31 号)