Tianjin Local Cuisine

Explore the authentic flavors and must-try dishes of Tianjin

Goubuli Baozi
Dim Sum
Goubuli Baozi

Famous Tianjin steamed buns with various fillings

¥15-30
Breakfast or lunch
Very common

Best Places:

  • Baozi shops
  • Traditional restaurants
  • Food streets

Pro Tip:

The name means 'dog ignores', try different fillings

Ear Hole Fried Cake
Street Food
Ear Hole Fried Cake

Traditional fried pastry with sweet filling

¥5-10
Snack
Very common

Best Places:

  • Street vendors
  • Food streets
  • Local markets

Pro Tip:

Best when served hot and fresh

Tianjin Pancake
Street Food
Tianjin Pancake

Thin pancake with egg and various fillings

¥8-15
Breakfast
Very common

Best Places:

  • Street vendors
  • Breakfast shops
  • Food streets

Pro Tip:

Often served with various fillings and sauces

Tianjin Snacks
Street Food
Tianjin Snacks

Various traditional snacks including pastries and sweets

¥10-25
Snack time
Very common

Best Places:

  • Ancient Culture Street
  • Food streets
  • Local markets

Pro Tip:

Try the famous Tianjin pastries and sweets

Seafood
Seafood
Seafood

Fresh seafood from the Bohai Sea, prepared in various styles

¥80-200 per person
Lunch or dinner
Common

Best Places:

  • Seafood restaurants
  • Coastal areas
  • Local markets

Pro Tip:

Choose live seafood for the freshest taste

Local Cuisine
Regional Cuisine
Local Cuisine

Traditional Tianjin dishes with local flavors

¥60-120 per person
Lunch or dinner
Common

Best Places:

  • Traditional restaurants
  • Local eateries
  • Cultural venues

Pro Tip:

Features local Tianjin flavors and cooking methods

Tianjin Food Culture Guide

Dining Etiquette

  • • Use chopsticks properly, don't stick them upright in rice
  • • Try a little of everything when dining with others
  • • It's polite to serve others before yourself
  • • Slurping noodles is acceptable and shows appreciation

Ordering Tips

  • • Point at menu pictures if language is a barrier
  • • Ask for "bu la" (not spicy) if you can't handle heat
  • • Street food is generally safe from busy vendors
  • • Don't tip - it's not customary in China