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What food should I try in Fenghuang (Phoenix Town)?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
Signature foods in Fenghuang (Phoenix Town) include Sour fish soup, Bacon stir-fry, Rice tofu, Tujia fried rice. Choose a mix of specialist restaurants, markets and simple local meals rather than trying everything in one sitting.
What to know
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Sour fish soup.
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Bacon stir-fry.
- ●Look for a reputable local version of Rice tofu.
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