This is a list of local restaurants and dishes I’ve personally tried in Shenzhen. Instead of generic recommendations, I’m sharing the spots I actually visit—ranging from authentic Cantonese Dim Sum to the late-night BBQ joints in Bao’an. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a hidden gem, these are the places I’ve found worth a try.
- 🍗 Apartment Macau Back Alley Roast Chicken
- 🍖 Ben Jia Korean BBQ
- 🍲 Dian Ji Li Copper Pot Lamb (Chain)
- 🇹🇭 Tom Yum Goong Thai Food
- 🌶️ Ping Xiang Ji Jiangxi-Cuisine
- 🍖 Shangeng Banye Guizhou Roast Meat
- 🐮 Mong Kok Beef Offal
- 🕌 Northwest Leader Sheep Muslim-Restaurant
- 🐟 Xiantan Steam Stone Pot Fish
- 🐟 Happy Pomelo Eel BBQ
- 🌶️ Yi Yan Jiu Ding Jianghu Cuisine
- 🍲 Yu Qian Hainan Vinegar Hotpot
- 🍽️ Zhuan Tun Taipei-Cuisine
- 🇮🇳 Masala Bites Indian Restaurant
- 🏠 Keyu Hakka Cuisine