Sanya Halal Food Guide: Hidden Mosques, Utsul Muslim Villages & Street Eats
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Exploring the Old Muslim Streets in Sanya's Tianya District: Cruising on an Electric Scooter to Hunt Down Authentic Halal Pastries and Traditional Island Snacks
Summary:
Uncovering the intangible cultural heritage flavors and authentic food stalls hidden deep within the old streets of Sanya's Huihui Muslim Village. Taste freshly fried traditional Halal sanzi (crispy fried dough twists), signature jiucenggao (nine-layer steamed rice cake), tropical mangoes with chili-salt dip, and freshly boiled beef bone soup, and experience the raw, original charm of Tianya Hui Muslim traditional cuisine.
Heard you're craving
authentic Hui Muslim food
in Tianya, Sanya?
Roll the VCR~
Seriously, who has a village secretary personally leading the way on an e-scooter to go food hunting?!
The aroma of 1988-style beef brisket drifting from the alley entrance,
sea snails and beef rice noodles bubbling away under the coconut trees,
even student-approved secret little canteens have been exposed
......
Most of these spots are set up right inside the families' own courtyards.
Just how insanely good is this
"Local-Approved · Tianya Hui Muslim Cuisine"??!!
This Dragon Boat Festival holiday, come treasure hunting in Huihui and Huixin with Secretary Ha!
01
Beef Brisket Noodles ¥15
It's the same age as Hainan Province~
"Huihui Beef Brisket Noodle Shop"
Founded in 1988, it's the exact same age as "Hainan Province"!
Pouring heart and soul into making a single bowl of noodles for over 30 years.
From 1 RMB a bowl back then to 15 RMB a bowl today,
it has witnessed the passing years in Sanya ✨
and turned into that comforting bowl of nostalgia for the neighborhood locals.
The beef brisket noodles still taste the same after 30+ years,
with a rich and flavorful "time-honored broth."
The beef is so tender and soft it just melts in your mouth,
and the handmade noodles have the perfect springy chew.
The owner says you've gotta add a spoonful of red chili!
That authentic Hui Muslim flavor right there!
Restaurant Name: Huihui Niunan Mianguan (Huihui Beef Brisket Noodle Restaurant)
Address: No. 10 Huihui Road, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13807503611
Hours: 6:00 – 22:00
02
Conch & Beef Rice Noodles ¥15
Sip the broth, slurp the noodles, and chill in a hammock.
"Maxie Fentangdian" (Maxie Rice Noodle Soup Shop)
A hidden gem of a noodle spot in Sanya that hardly anyone knows about~
Tucked away inside a Hui Muslim family's courtyard for 15 years,
it passes down traditional recipes from older generations of the family.
Their conch and beef rice noodles are totally one-of-a-kind.
Sip the broth, slurp the noodles, and kick back in a hammock~
Now that's peak Sanya! So laid-back and chill!
Fresh jumbo beef bones simmered together with little-neck clams equal one insanely savory, aromatic broth.
Guests can even pick fresh herbs and veggies right from the garden to add in,
then mix in some yellow lantern chili paste as a dipping sauce~
The broth is fresh, savory, and light, the beef is super tender,
the long beans have an amazing crunch, and the rice noodles are silky smooth.
Totally perfect for summer~
They also serve fish rice noodles, coconut rice, and other specialty dishes.
Restaurant Name: Maxie Fentangdian (Maxie Rice Noodle Soup Shop)
Address: No. 14, Lane 3, Huihui First Village, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13637531169
Hours: 7:00 – 14:00
03
Seafood Chow Mein ¥15
A secret little canteen loved by local students~
"Bansha Chawu" (Banxia Teahouse)
A spot packed with an amazing variety of snacks,
just like the mouthwatering treats straight out of an anime,
and everything is made fresh from scratch every single day~
A total hidden gem whether you're planning a beach picnic, hanging with family and friends, or just craving a killer student after-school snack.
Stir-fried noodles loaded to the max with fresh ocean shrimp and squid,
super flavorful and seriously recommended!
Massive chicken legs coated in a secret house-made glaze,
the absolute crowd-favorite that keeps regulars coming back for more!
Tuna rice bowls, chef-special tofu, spicy cold chicken feet, sushi,
......
Shop Name: Banxia Chaywu (Banxia Teahouse)
Address: No. 6, 1st Road, Huihui 4th Village, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13876445888
Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
“Meilan Sisters' Ants Climbing a Tree”
This barbecue spot is also run right out of a Hui Muslim family home.
It's been jointly run by the two sisters for 7 years now.
With super fresh ingredients plus all kinds of custom, secret sauces,
the one-of-a-kind flavors have locals hooked—
and nearby residents and tourists even take special taxi rides just to eat here,
getting major love and shoutouts all over Xiaohongshu (RED app).
04
Beef Bone Porridge ¥10
The whole family is always craving a bowl of this.
Beef bone porridge definitely holds a sacred spot in the hearts of the Utsul / Huihui Muslims.
This pot of congee simmers away for a full 7 hours every day.
Super nourishing! Packed with nutrients! So delicious!
Tons of people drop by every day to get orders to-go,
and even the pickiest little eaters will polish this off faster than a regular meal!
05
Ants Climbing a Tree (Mazi Shangshu) 25 RMB
Total cure for the 996 grind of the modern office worker
Ants Climbing a Tree bubbling away over charcoal fire~
The glass noodles, little white clams, and dried shrimp soak up every bit of that flavorful broth
06
Dry-Pot Chicken Feet & Dry-Pot Tripe 30/70 RMB
Sanya's ultimate soul-soothing late-night diner
The dry-pot chicken feet and dry-pot beef tripe
Are grilled to a sizzling, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth perfection
That secret sauce is seriously legit~~
Plus they've got local beef dumplings, capelin fish, grilled oysters......
Every single dish is made with real, honest ingredients and bursting with fresh flavor
Dripping with local street-food vibes and maxed-out happiness
Honestly, this is peak comfort-food late-night snacking!
Restaurant Name: Meilan Sisters Ants Climbing a Tree BBQ Joint
Address: No. 19, Erlu, Huihui Second Village (Huihui Muslim Second Village), Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13876569622
Hours: 19:30—01:00 next day
Exploring the Old Muslim Streets in Sanya's Tianya District: Cruising on an Electric Scooter to Hunt Down Authentic Halal Pastries and Traditional Island Snacks
Summary:
Uncovering the intangible cultural heritage flavors and authentic food stalls hidden deep within the old streets of Sanya's Huihui Muslim Village. Taste freshly fried traditional Halal sanzi (crispy fried dough twists), signature jiucenggao (nine-layer steamed rice cake), tropical mangoes with chili-salt dip, and freshly boiled beef bone soup, and experience the raw, original charm of Tianya Hui Muslim traditional cuisine.
Heard you're craving
authentic Hui Muslim food
in Tianya, Sanya?
Roll the VCR~
Seriously, who has a village secretary personally leading the way on an e-scooter to go food hunting?!
The aroma of 1988-style beef brisket drifting from the alley entrance,
sea snails and beef rice noodles bubbling away under the coconut trees,
even student-approved secret little canteens have been exposed
......
Most of these spots are set up right inside the families' own courtyards.
Just how insanely good is this
"Local-Approved · Tianya Hui Muslim Cuisine"??!!
This Dragon Boat Festival holiday, come treasure hunting in Huihui and Huixin with Secretary Ha!
01
Beef Brisket Noodles ¥15
It's the same age as Hainan Province~
"Huihui Beef Brisket Noodle Shop"
Founded in 1988, it's the exact same age as "Hainan Province"!
Pouring heart and soul into making a single bowl of noodles for over 30 years.
From 1 RMB a bowl back then to 15 RMB a bowl today,
it has witnessed the passing years in Sanya ✨
and turned into that comforting bowl of nostalgia for the neighborhood locals.
The beef brisket noodles still taste the same after 30+ years,
with a rich and flavorful "time-honored broth."
The beef is so tender and soft it just melts in your mouth,
and the handmade noodles have the perfect springy chew.
The owner says you've gotta add a spoonful of red chili!
That authentic Hui Muslim flavor right there!
Restaurant Name: Huihui Niunan Mianguan (Huihui Beef Brisket Noodle Restaurant)
Address: No. 10 Huihui Road, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13807503611
Hours: 6:00 – 22:00
02
Conch & Beef Rice Noodles ¥15
Sip the broth, slurp the noodles, and chill in a hammock.
"Maxie Fentangdian" (Maxie Rice Noodle Soup Shop)
A hidden gem of a noodle spot in Sanya that hardly anyone knows about~
Tucked away inside a Hui Muslim family's courtyard for 15 years,
it passes down traditional recipes from older generations of the family.
Their conch and beef rice noodles are totally one-of-a-kind.
Sip the broth, slurp the noodles, and kick back in a hammock~
Now that's peak Sanya! So laid-back and chill!
Fresh jumbo beef bones simmered together with little-neck clams equal one insanely savory, aromatic broth.
Guests can even pick fresh herbs and veggies right from the garden to add in,
then mix in some yellow lantern chili paste as a dipping sauce~
The broth is fresh, savory, and light, the beef is super tender,
the long beans have an amazing crunch, and the rice noodles are silky smooth.
Totally perfect for summer~
They also serve fish rice noodles, coconut rice, and other specialty dishes.
Restaurant Name: Maxie Fentangdian (Maxie Rice Noodle Soup Shop)
Address: No. 14, Lane 3, Huihui First Village, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13637531169
Hours: 7:00 – 14:00
03
Seafood Chow Mein ¥15
A secret little canteen loved by local students~
"Bansha Chawu" (Banxia Teahouse)
A spot packed with an amazing variety of snacks,
just like the mouthwatering treats straight out of an anime,
and everything is made fresh from scratch every single day~
A total hidden gem whether you're planning a beach picnic, hanging with family and friends, or just craving a killer student after-school snack.
Stir-fried noodles loaded to the max with fresh ocean shrimp and squid,
super flavorful and seriously recommended!
Massive chicken legs coated in a secret house-made glaze,
the absolute crowd-favorite that keeps regulars coming back for more!
Tuna rice bowls, chef-special tofu, spicy cold chicken feet, sushi,
......
Shop Name: Banxia Chaywu (Banxia Teahouse)
Address: No. 6, 1st Road, Huihui 4th Village, Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13876445888
Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
“Meilan Sisters' Ants Climbing a Tree”
This barbecue spot is also run right out of a Hui Muslim family home.
It's been jointly run by the two sisters for 7 years now.
With super fresh ingredients plus all kinds of custom, secret sauces,
the one-of-a-kind flavors have locals hooked—
and nearby residents and tourists even take special taxi rides just to eat here,
getting major love and shoutouts all over Xiaohongshu (RED app).
04
Beef Bone Porridge ¥10
The whole family is always craving a bowl of this.
Beef bone porridge definitely holds a sacred spot in the hearts of the Utsul / Huihui Muslims.
This pot of congee simmers away for a full 7 hours every day.
Super nourishing! Packed with nutrients! So delicious!
Tons of people drop by every day to get orders to-go,
and even the pickiest little eaters will polish this off faster than a regular meal!
05
Ants Climbing a Tree (Mazi Shangshu) 25 RMB
Total cure for the 996 grind of the modern office worker
Ants Climbing a Tree bubbling away over charcoal fire~
The glass noodles, little white clams, and dried shrimp soak up every bit of that flavorful broth
06
Dry-Pot Chicken Feet & Dry-Pot Tripe 30/70 RMB
Sanya's ultimate soul-soothing late-night diner
The dry-pot chicken feet and dry-pot beef tripe
Are grilled to a sizzling, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth perfection
That secret sauce is seriously legit~~
Plus they've got local beef dumplings, capelin fish, grilled oysters......
Every single dish is made with real, honest ingredients and bursting with fresh flavor
Dripping with local street-food vibes and maxed-out happiness
Honestly, this is peak comfort-food late-night snacking!
Restaurant Name: Meilan Sisters Ants Climbing a Tree BBQ Joint
Address: No. 19, Erlu, Huihui Second Village (Huihui Muslim Second Village), Tianya District, Sanya
Phone: 13876569622
Hours: 19:30—01:00 next day
