Late‑Night Food at Weicun Da Paidang in Shawei Shenzhen: Garlic Crayfish is Wonderful!

Late‑Night Food at Weicun Da Paidang in Shawei Shenzhen: Garlic Crayfish is Wonderful!

Today I returned for a second visit to this classic late‑night eatery. Any restaurant that has stayed open for 11 years in Shawei must have something special, and Weicun Da Paidang certainly does.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Weekend Dining at Wanchu in Shum Yip UpperHills Shenzhen: Delicious Anhui Dishes and Cozy Ambience

Weekend Dining at Wanchu in Shum Yip UpperHills Shenzhen: Delicious Anhui Dishes and Cozy Ambience

My best friend and I spent the weekend strolling around UpperHills, and she happened to be craving some stir‑fried dishes with a bit of spice. After browsing through reviews, we finally decided on Wan Chu (皖厨).

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
A Flavor‑Packed Hotpot Experience with Nine‑Grid Platters and Exceptional Service in Shenzhen

A Flavor‑Packed Hotpot Experience with Nine‑Grid Platters and Exceptional Service in Shenzhen

This was my first time seeing a hotpot restaurant offering such an incredibly rich variety of ingredients. We ordered the clear broth pot, which came with mushrooms, tomatoes, and cucumber. It looked so appetizing the moment it arrived. Although this restaurant is known for its traditional spicy hotpot, the clear broth turned out to be surprisingly delicious as well.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Durian Dessert Shop at Huangting Plaza: Fresh Malaysian Durian & Musang King Treats in Shenzhen

Durian Dessert Shop at Huangting Plaza: Fresh Malaysian Durian & Musang King Treats in Shenzhen

If you’re a durian lover, here’s a place you absolutely shouldn’t miss — there’s a specialty durian shop hidden inside Huangting Plaza in Futian, and it’s a true paradise for durian fans!

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Bagualing Rooftop BBQ Restaurant: Night View, Atmosphere & Two‑Person Set Review

Bagualing Rooftop BBQ Restaurant: Night View, Atmosphere & Two‑Person Set Review

Having been working here for two years, I can’t believe there’s such an atmospheric barbecue spot hidden in Bagualing!

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
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Good Dessert Spot in Huaqiangbei: Coconut Qing Buliang & Black Sesame Soup Review

Today I revisited this dessert shop for the second time, and it was just as good as I remembered. It wasn’t particularly outstanding, but it’s still worth a try.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
DQ Ice Cream at Dongmen Sun Plaza: Red Velvet Three‑Scoop Review & Experience

DQ Ice Cream at Dongmen Sun Plaza: Red Velvet Three‑Scoop Review & Experience

After 20 years, I finally got to enjoy Dairy Queen ice cream again today!

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Tai Er Sichuan Cuisine at Happy Harbour O’Plaza - A Meal With Pity

Tai Er Sichuan Cuisine at Happy Harbour O’Plaza - A Meal With Pity

Tai Er Sichuan Cuisine is famous in China particularly for it's signature dish - Sauerkraut Fish. I've heard of this brand a long time ago, and friends around me had tried and gave good reviews. Therefor I would really love a chance to try, too.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Best Milk Tea for this Spring in Shenzhen: JuanCha’s Papaya Yogurt at King Glory Plaza

Best Milk Tea for this Spring in Shenzhen: JuanCha’s Papaya Yogurt at King Glory Plaza

I have to say, my favorite milk tea of this spring has finally appeared. It is so good that even someone like me, who rarely drinks milk tea, couldn’t stop praising it.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Mr. Wildman Ice Cream in Dongmen: Smooth Pistachio Flavor & Holiday Deal Review

Mr. Wildman Ice Cream in Dongmen: Smooth Pistachio Flavor & Holiday Deal Review

I finally got to try Mr. Wildman’s ice cream ! The reason why it is 'famous', is the price. If you don't use any discount, one ice cream can cost you 38 RMB, which is wild because is about the same price as those luxury ice cream brand.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong

Garden‑Style Western Restaurant in Shenzhen: Hidden Dining Spot Near Shopping Park Station

Cheryl Kong | 2026-05-07

If it wasn't for my friend's recommendation, I wouldn't have found such a charming garden‑style Western restaurant(Name: Vine Café Coffee & Bistro) hidden inside Shenzhen Shopping Park!

📍 Just take Exit B of Shopping Park Station, walk up to ground level, and turn left.
🚇 Near Metro Line 1 – Shopping Park Station

🌿 Environment

This restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere:

  • 🌲 Outdoor seating surrounded by greenery, giving it a cozy garden feel

  • 🕯️ Indoor decoration has vintage vibe with warm lighting

  • The ambience feels like stepping into a quiet corner of London street or a bar in London

🍽️ Food Experience

I tried their single‑person set meal, which included:

🏆 Meat Sauce Pasta

The meat sauce pasta turned out to be surprisingly good. The sauce had a slightly sweet and tangy taste that made the whole dish feel really comforting without being too heavy.

I also liked the texture of the pasta a lot. It was softer than usual, which was honestly perfect for me because my teeth can’t really handle harder foods very well 💔 Altogether, it was simple but really satisfying.

🍷 Santa Carolina Red Wine

It has a slight sharpness on the first sip, but becomes rich, smooth, and velvety through the mid-palate. A pretty good red wine 👍 I finished the whole glass and felt tipsy afterward(luckily I'm not at work so this is fine 😝)

🤝 Service

I couldn’t reach the restaurant by phone(because it says I need to make an appointment for the set meal), so I went directly. The staff were friendly, polite, and welcoming.Serving time was reasonable, and the overall service experience was smooth and pleasant.

I also appreciated how flexible the staff were. A group of customers came in for lunch and wanted to change the drinks included in their set meals because they weren’t allowed to drink alcohol on workdays. The staff kindly helped them switch to soft drinks instead.

📚 Overall Impression

This spot is great for friends, coworkers, couples, anyone looking for a relaxing place to chat and relax. It’s just right next to the Shopping Park bar street and the mall, making it convenient for a walk or some window‑shopping after your meal.

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