Visitors to Shenzhen would be forgiven for concluding that the only thing the residents of the city do is stuff themselves. Restaurants, of all shapes and sizes, are packed into every corner of the city and are buzzing with diners from the early morning to late into the night.
For Western food, Shenzhen might not be able to match Beijing and Shanghai but it has a good selection of Japanese, Thai and Indian cuisine. When it comes to Chinese restaurants, Shenzhen can hold its own against any city in the country. Its diverse Chinese population means that every type of Chinese cuisine is represented here, with the flavours of Canton, Sichuan, the North, Hakka, Hainan and Yunnan being the strongest.
A lot of Western food in Shenzhen is served in bars so be sure to check out the Bars and Nightlife section.
Address:
1F Jinghua Shangye Cheng, No. 2088 Dongmen Middle Rd., Luohu Dist.
This restaurant serves Cantonese snacks in the form of rice, noodle and dumpling based dishes. Their specialty is changfen (rice-sheet wraps with meat and vegetable fillings) and wanton. The iced-tea with lemon is a great thirst quencher. Service is friendly and fast. Some of the staff even speak passable English. A stomach can be filled here for about RMB20.
Tags: Cantonese food
Address:
Unit A, 1F, Shenzhen Development Centre, 2010 Renmin South Rd., Luohu Dist.
Tandoor Indian Restaurant serves Jain and South Indian food, in a comfortable setting and at reasonable prices. The food is good standard Indian cuisine and the service is efficient. There is also a good selection of Nan breads, Indian drinks and, of course, Bollywood hits on the TV. A meal for two will cost around RMB150.
How to get there
Tags: Indian food
Address:
No. 1019 Dongmen South Rd, Wenjin Du Business Plaza, Luohu Dist.
The cuisine of the three provinces that comprise the Northeast of China, known as Dongbei, like the people of this region, is unique and to be found all over the country. Ah You serves up some of the most authentic Dongbei dishes in Shenzhen and they do it in true Dongbei style i.e. it is inexpensive and unpretentious.
Tags: Dongbei Food
Hours:
Daily 9:30AM - 1:00AM
Address:
Xi Huan Lu Street, Bu Ji District, Long Gang Qu, Shenzhen (Jia Hua Shang Chang Ce Men)
Tags: American food, beer, buffalo wings, coffee, cowboy's hamburger, fries, shenzhen, tea
Address:
1F Hongtu Hotel, No. 2466 Dongmen Middle Rd., Luohu Dist.
The Old Northern Restaurant (Lao Beifang Canguan) is where people from China’s northern provinces go to get a taste of home in Luohu district.
Tags: Food, Northern Chinese food
Address:
1F, Tianjun Mansion, No. 3018 Dongmen South Rd, Luohu Dist.
The recently opened Spice Circle brings Indian food for the higher end of the market to Luohu district. The menu consists of "contemporary" and "incredibly Indian" cuisine. Prices are higher than most other Indian places but the setting and service matches the cost. More importantly, the food is excellent and presented well.
Tags: Indian food
Hours:
11:30am - 12pm (on weekends there are two dinner sittings : 5:30pm -8pm and 8pm - 12pm)
Address:
2F Fumin Jiayuan, Jintian Rd and Fumin Rd Intersection, Futian Dist.
Tairyo has to be one of the most successful Japanese restaurants in China. They have outlets all over the country. The two in Shenzhen are of the same standard as those in other cities. The menu mostly consists of items to be grilled on the hot plate but also includes sushi, sashimi and other Japanese dishes. The best deal here is the RMB150 buffet, which includes alcohol.
Tags: Japanese food
Address:
Leyuan Rd., Luohu District
If seafood is your thing, Leyuan Road will be your heaven. This street is lined with seafood restaurants, and is busy every night of the week. The food is fresh (you can see it alive and kicking before it’s on your plate), and the prices are reasonable.
Tags: Food street
Address:
28F, Fountain – Signature Suites, No. 2017 Shennan East Road, Luohu Dist.
The Penthouse is one of Shenzhen’s best-kept secrets. This tastefully decorated French restaurant consists of a dining area, wine cellar, private rooms, roof-top terrace and a wine bar. Its top floor position in Shenzhen’s commercial centre means there are excellent views of the city. Thankfully, the food and service live up to the expectations generated by the setting.
Tags: French food
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