The story
Tucked away on Xin Wen Lu in Kunming, this unassuming market stall has quickly become a standout destination for local street food. With a stellar 4.9-star rating, it offers a focused, authentic experience that captures the vibrant culinary spirit of Yunnan Province.
The stall is best known for its signature roasted eggplant salad, a dish that has earned high praise from food enthusiasts. Creator Luke Martin highlights the dish as a "fantastic" breakfast option, specifically noting its smoky, spicy flavor profile. For those seeking a meat-free meal, this stall is a must-try destination that proves simple, expertly prepared ingredients are the heart of Kunming’s street-food scene.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
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AI summary of what 1 dish mentions say about the food
“This roasted eggplant salad is incredible. It's smoky from the charcoal, spicy from the chili, and has this amazing texture from the eggplant, cucumber, and onions all mixed together in a mortar and pestle. It reminds me of Thai som tam or something from Vietnam. If you're vegetarian in Yunnan, you need to come straight here to try this. It's spicy for me, but it tastes so good.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Kunming Market Stall (Roasted Eggplant Salad). Most active: Luke Martin
A fantastic street-food stall in Kunming serving a smoky, spicy roasted eggplant salad that's a must-try for vegetarians.
Dishes mentioned
Roasted Eggplant Salad
This roasted eggplant salad is incredible. It's smoky from the charcoal, spicy from the chili, and has this amazing texture from the eggplant, cucumber, and onions all mixed together in a mortar and pestle. It reminds me of Thai som tam or something from Vietnam. If you're vegetarian in Yunnan, you need to come straight here to try this. It's spicy for me, but it tastes so good.
