Cila

Cila (恣辣) is a contemporary Chinese restaurant inspired by Xibei cuisine from the northwestern region of China. The restaurant has a stripped-bare industrial look. Granite frames the open kitchen and dark stone textures give the space its moody and in-trend feel. The restaurant is led by chef Mario Chen, formerly sous chef at Jean Georges Shanghai. Beef and lamb from Ningxia and Gansu are prominent ingredients, used in multiple dishes from chops to skewers, and sour, spicy, garlicky, and cumin-permeated flavors take the lead. The oil splashed noodles is a signature dish.

Update October 2025: Cila has moved to City Hotel in Jing’an.