Daji Donkey Meat Noodles

Donkey meat yellow noodles are the dish that defines Dunhuang, and Daji is where locals have trusted it since 1988. The noodles are pulled fresh and boiled to a springy chew, then dressed with shredded braised donkey meat and a rich, lightly sweet sauce.

Order the standard bowl and a plate of pickled vegetables - the noodles are the point. The queue moves fast at lunch.