During my days in Lhasa, le Soleil took care of almost all my early morning and late night needs, but beyond that, there are other great places to visit.Kazoku
A family-run establishment named “Kazoku” is located in a residential area, which is also a place that foreign tourists are unlikely to reach.
To emphasize, I am not being sexist, but the decor of the shop led by a female owner is delicate in ways that many male-run establishments cannot achieve. The lighting, decorations, full-length mirrors, and wooden revolving doors all reflect the owner’s taste.
The shop offers coffee, alcohol, and meals, and is conveniently located next to the Lhasa River, making it a great place to spend a leisurely day.
There is also a large screen PS5If you get the chance, definitely ask the owner to make you a cup of coffee; the hand-crafted coffee by the local Kamba man has a unique flavor.Huaying Firecracker
Life can truly be described as “twists and turns, starting point to endpoint”; I never expected to encounter Huaying Firecracker from Xining in Lhasa.
However, I must say that the fried noodles here do not compare to those I had in Xining; the wok flavor and aroma are not well represented, and chain restaurants from other regions always have some gap compared to the original.
Within about a kilometer radius of the Lhasa Grand Mosque, the density of Hui people is extremely high, with many halal beef and lamb shops and restaurants. Yogurt adorned with various dried fruits is rich in ethnic characteristics, and it was my first time buying it.It is said that if a local person has a conflict with them, the relevant authorities generally tend to side with the Hui, which makes the Tibetan friends, who are also a minority and have local advantages, feel quite disappointed.
Of course, the foreign elements in Lhasa are far more than these; while walking down the street, I stumbled upon a Macao Doulao. I just don’t know if this Macao Doulao is authentic, and it surprisingly also offers foot massage services, truly a diversified development.
Is this a Beiqi or an AMG?Cuifang
Claiming to be the “highest whiskey bar in the world”, the shop is filled with whiskey displays.
The bar not only has indoor space but also an outdoor courtyard, resembling a siheyuan layout, providing a comfortable feeling for customers.
In addition to whiskey, the bar also serves cocktails. This bar, which is not easy to find, has a considerable number of customers. Interestingly, the clientele is roughly split between locals and tourists, making it a bar recognized by both.
Although the temperature in Lhasa at night is only eight or nine degrees, as long as it is not windy, wearing short sleeves and shorts from Guangdong here feels completely comfortable. After having a special Long Island Iced Tea, I felt warm and did not notice the cold; the early morning and late night experiences in Lhasa bring more joy and satisfaction rather than the helplessness of cattle and horses.