Burqin's night market is the town's social centre in travel season. Grills smoke, fish cooks over coals, and the tables fill with travellers comparing Kanas plans over skewers, noodles, and beer.
The local speciality is grilled fish, often from the Irtysh system, though quality varies by stall. Walk the length of the market before choosing; the busiest grills are usually busy for a reason.