This "free-to-eat" restaurant in Urumqi warms many people
Tianshan Net News (reported by reporter Shen Zuxiao) "There is a poster of 'Free Meal' pasted at the door of a restaurant in Urumqi, which feels very warm after reading it." On September 12, an enthusiastic citizen of Urumqi reported the news. What kind of restaurant is so heartwarming? On September 13, according to clues provided by citizens, the reporter came to this restaurant named Shu Yixian Chongqing Small Noodles and Knife Cut Noodles located on Tianzhushan Street in Urumqi Economic and Technological Development Zone (Toutunhe District). The restaurant has not yet opened for dine-in. From time to time, there are takeaways who come to the door to pick up meals, and nearby residents come to pack. The restaurant manager, Li Qi, is busy with his work. There is a striking poster on the wall at the entrance of the restaurant. The main idea is: If you encounter difficulties in Urumqi, you can come to the store for a free bowl of Chongqing noodles. In the future, if you have the ability, remember to help those around you who need help. "Like the boss's love!" said Wang Jianan, a citizen passing by the restaurant. On September 13, a citizen of Urumqi waited to pack Chongqing noodles at the door of Shu Yixian Chongqing Noodles and Daosha Noodles shop. Photo by reporter Shen Zuxiao 35-year-old Li Qi is a native of Sichuan. He and his friends came to Urumqi from Sichuan in 2021 and jointly opened this restaurant. "When I first arrived, although I encountered difficulties, I also met many kind-hearted people and received help from others. Now that I have the ability, I want to do my best to help more people." Speaking of the original intention of "free meals" , Li Qi said frankly. When he first came to Urumqi, the help of community officials and neighbors made Li Qi feel warm. "When choosing the location of the restaurant, the community cadres took the initiative to help me find the storefront. When faced with the procedures for opening the store, it was the community cadres who patiently explained the process to me in detail and helped me to go through the procedures. When there is any difficulty in the operation , the surrounding merchants often help us." Thinking back on these, Li Qi felt very moved. Since the launch of "Free Meal" in February this year, occasionally someone will come to the store and ask shyly "Can I have a 'Free Meal'?" Li Qi or the restaurant service staff will say "Of course you can". "We generally don't communicate too much with customers who come to 'free meals'." Li Qi said that everyone has self-esteem, and no one will come to "free meals" unless it is a last resort. For more than a year, the business of Li Qi Restaurant has been getting better and better. In February this year, a new restaurant was opened next to the standardized comprehensive market in Ronghe City, Sayibak District, Uzbekistan. Li Qi plans to wait for the end of this round of epidemic, he will launch breakfast and barbecue, and diversify his business, "I believe that the catering industry will get better soon." "I like Xinjiang very much, and I like Urumqi, a city of love. As long as you work hard here, your life will get better and better." In the city of Urumqi, Li Qi has his own dreams and plans. The family and the fourth branch will develop well for a few years, save some money, buy a house in Urumqi, and take over the family. "It took root in Urumqi." Li Qi said.