About Faxian Restaurant
Faxian Restaurant is a branch of the Faxian restaurant chain. The founder entered the culinary world in 1997 and has spent 27 years specializing in Southern Min (Minnan) cuisine. Guided by the philosophy of "eat in season, eat local, Minnan flavor, hometown flavor," it has deeply rooted itself in the Changtai local market with a healthy Southern Min cuisine approach that uses food and herbs for seasoning.
The restaurant is located at No. 153 Xiajinyang, Shili Village, Changtai District, Zhangzhou City. Its signature dish, the "Faxian Tonic Duck," uses free-range, ecologically raised native ducks from the deep mountains, slow-braised with more than ten precious medicinal herbs such as ginseng, angelica, goji berry and gastrodia, for a tender, juicy, nourishing result — a must-order house specialty for every diner.
Faxian Restaurant suits family gatherings, business banquets and casual meet-ups with friends, and is also a great stop for travelers who want to taste authentic Southern Min cuisine. Guests of Cuixi Villa can have the butler assist with reservations.
Faxian Restaurant is a recommended dining partner of Cuixi Villa and operates independently. Cuixi guests can have the butler assist with booking private rooms, pre-ordering dishes or arranging round-trip transfers.
Space & Ambience
Faxian Restaurant feels warm and homey with Southern Min decor, featuring a main dining hall and several private rooms for different group sizes:
Main Dining Hall — warm, homey atmosphere, ideal for walk-ins and small gatherings
Private Rooms — private and quiet, ideal for family gatherings and business banquets
Southern Min Decor — a feeling of home, warm without being flashy
The overall ambience follows a "homey, not casual" line — clean and tidy, with delicious, affordable dishes; it is a word-of-mouth restaurant that locals in Changtai frequent.
Signature Dishes to Order
With 27 years of Southern Min craftsmanship, Faxian Restaurant offers the following signature dishes, led by the Faxian Tonic Duck:
Faxian Tonic Duck (signature, ¥188) — free-range native duck from the deep mountains, slow-braised with more than ten precious herbs such as ginseng, angelica, goji and gastrodia; tender, juicy and nourishing
Lemon Fish in Sour Soup — tangy and appetizing, with tender fish
Pork Belly Braised with Wild Berries — fruity aroma meets pork, a Southern Min specialty
Sesame Oil Free-Range Chicken (¥128) — a classic Southern Min postpartum dish, firm chicken in rich sesame oil
Double-Color Fried Tofu — crispy outside, tender inside, a rice-killer
Tea-Scented River Shrimp (¥58) — tea enhances the aroma, crispy shrimp
Red-Wine Eel (¥128) / Pan-Fried Spiny Eel (¥188/portion) — traditional Southern Min river-fish cooking
Braised Pork Belly (¥68) — rich but not greasy, deep savory sauce
Signature Crispy Pork (¥78) — crispy outside, tender inside, loved by all ages
Local Beef Steak (¥128) — local yellow cattle, Southern Min braise
Pork Soup with Jinlianhua / Huwei-Lun Herb Soup / Black Radish Pork Tripe Soup — various clay-pot nourishing soups
Menu & Pricing
The following menu prices are compiled from the official introduction for reference; please confirm on-site or by phone for the actual prices:
✨ Signature Dishes
| Dish | Reference Price |
|---|---|
| Faxian Tonic Duck | ¥188 |
| Sesame Oil Free-Range Chicken | ¥128 |
| Red-Wine Eel | ¥128 |
| Pan-Fried Spiny Eel | ¥188/portion |
🍲 Classic Southern Min Dishes
| Dish | Reference Price |
|---|---|
| Pan-Fried Free-Range Chicken | ¥138 |
| Pan-Fried Reservoir Fish | ¥48 |
| Pork Blood & Intestine Hot Pot | ¥58 |
| Southern Min Fried Vinegar Pork | ¥58 |
🦐 Seafood & River Delicacies
| Dish | Reference Price |
|---|---|
| Steamed Guang Fish | ¥98 |
| Steamed Gentian Fish | ¥132 |
| Bean-Paste Reservoir Fish | ¥48 |
| Scallion-Oil Squid | ¥78 |
🥣 Clay-Pot Soups
| Dish | Reference Price |
|---|---|
| Pork Soup with Jinlianhua | ¥58 |
| Huwei-Lun Old Duck Soup | ¥78 |
| Tonic Duck in Ten Herbs | ¥108 |
🥬 Seasonal Vegetables & Stir-Fries
Seasonal vegetable stir-fries range from ¥28–48, depending on the season's ingredients.
🍚 Staples
| Dish | Reference Price |
|---|---|
| Handmade Dumplings | ¥38 |
| Farmer's Fried Rice Noodles | ¥48 |
| Fried Dashu Alkali Noodles | ¥48 |
The above prices are compiled from the restaurant's official introduction; the actual prices are subject to on-site or phone confirmation.
Best For
Cuixi guests wanting a change — for authentic Southern Min hometown flavor, just a few minutes' drive away
Family gatherings — wide variety of dishes, suitable for all ages, affordable
Business banquets — private rooms available, the signature Tonic Duck adds class
Casual meet-ups with friends — home-style dishes + drinks, high value, relaxed vibe
Travelers seeking authentic Southern Min flavor — a 27-year Southern Min cuisine veteran, truly authentic
Practical Info
| Restaurant Info | |
|---|---|
| Name | Faxian Restaurant |
| Address | No. 153 Xiajinyang, Shili Village, Changtai District, Zhangzhou City |
| Reservation | 189 6526 8390 (Manager Deng) |
| Hours | Subject to the restaurant (lunch & dinner) |
| Cuisine | Southern Min / Home-style / Seafood & River Delicacies |
| From Cuixi Villa | About 5–8 minutes' drive (same Shili Village area, Mayangxi) |
| Parking | Parking available at the restaurant entrance |
| Signature | Faxian Tonic Duck |
We recommend calling ahead to reserve, especially for private rooms and weekend dinners. Cuixi Villa guests can have the butler assist with booking, pre-ordering dishes, or arranging round-trip transfers.
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