Young Art · Yong Ya He Xian (Tongzilin East Road)

As the chain’s flagship, this restaurant showcases live river fish such as long snout catfish, cavefish, and yellow head catfish cooked in Sichuanese style or in hot pots; the owner even acquired a fish farm to ensure their quality. The signature duo hot pot broth features a spicy base made with chicken, pork bones, chillies and pickles, and a tangy tomato base of Xinjiangese tomatoes. House-pickled bamboo shoots from Mount Tianmu are a must.

Young Art · Yong Ya He Xian (Tongzilin East Road) is a Michelin-starred restaurant in Chengdu

Unique Features

• Sichuan cuisine with modern twists: The restaurant offers a unique blend of traditional Sichuan flavors and modern techniques.
• One star rating in the MICHELIN Guide: Young Art · Yong Ya He Xian was awarded one star in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide, recognizing its exceptional culinary experience.
• Awarded by UNESCO as a City of Gastronomy: Chengdu, where the restaurant is located, has been recognized by UNESCO as a City of Gastronomy, highlighting its rich culinary heritage and innovative spirit.

Signature Ingredients

• Live river fish: long snout catfish, cavefish, and yellow head catfish: The restaurant emphasizes seafood from its own supply, with an in-house fish farm ensuring consistent quality. These freshwater species are featured in Sichuanese preparations or used in hot pots, making the delicate flesh and nuanced flavors a defining element of Young Art.
• House-pickled bamboo shoots from Mount Tianmu: A hallmark accompaniment prepared in-house, offering a crisp, tart counterpoint that brightens and complements the spicy Sichuan flavors in many dishes.
• Spicy hot pot broth (base of the duo): One half of the signature duo, built from chicken bones and pork bones, chilies, and pickles. This broth provides a layered, fiery foundation and depth of savor that anchors the restaurant’s hot pot experience.
• Tomato hot pot broth (base of the duo): The second half of the duo, a tangy, bright tomato-based broth designed to balance heat with acidity and fruitiness, enhancing the dining experience with a distinctive, lighter note.
• Xinjiangese tomatoes: The tomato base for the tomato broth relies on Xinjiangese tomatoes, contributing a unique sweetness and acidity that defines the tomato broth and complements the other signature ingredients.