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
Good Dessert Spot in Huaqiangbei: Coconut Qing Buliang & Black Sesame Soup Review

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

Local Hidden Lamb Restaurant in Shenzhen — 24‑Hour Comfort Food with Generous Portions

Cheryl Kong | 2026-05-06

I’ve lived in Luohu for more than 20 years, yet I only recently discovered this local lamb restaurant that seems to be known only by true Shenzhen residents — and it quickly became my go‑to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for three days straight. It’s incredibly convenient for busy workers, and the fact that it’s open 24 hours makes it even better.

Originally, we stopped by because my partner was feeling unwell and needed something nourishing. We didn’t expect to get “trapped” here — in the best way possible — because the food turned out to be flavorful, comforting, and generously portioned.

🏆Lamb Offal Soup — Rich, Warming, and Satisfying

The lamb offal soup is another dish you absolutely shouldn’t miss.Priced at 35 RMB, it includes a variety of lamb offal pieces that are tender and flavorful, along with some vermicelli. One bowl of soup instantly warms you from the inside out.

Lamb Buns — A Must‑Try Signature Item

The lamb buns are the highlight, priced at just 6 RMB each.In the morning, the lamb flavor is more pronounced and fresh.In the afternoon, the gaminess becomes milder while the aroma of cooking wine becomes stronger.Either way, the buns are juicy, savory, and packed with lamb filling mixed with scallions. The fragrance is irresistible.

Cantonese Braised Pork Rice — Surprisingly Good

Their rice bowls are huge and come with generous toppings.The Cantonese‑style braised pork rice was unexpectedly delicious. It was rich, savory, and fatty without being greasy, and quickly became one of my personal favorites.

Other Dishes — Simple but Decent

We also tried the Qingke pancake, fried dough sticks, soy milk, and the braised lamb rice.These items were fairly standard but still enjoyable.

🌲Clean Environment and Convenient Takeaway Options

The restaurant is clean, tidy, and well‑maintained. They also offer takeaway, with a display full of braised dishes, buns, soy milk, fried dough sticks, and more. They all look very tempting from outside of the window.

🛎️Friendly and Attentive Service

The service was warm and thoughtful.When I dropped my chopsticks, the staff immediately brought a new pair.They offer both room‑temperature and reheated buns, depending on your preference. When packing food to go, they always ask what additional items you might need.

Overall Impression

This restaurant is absolutely worth visiting. The flavors are satisfying, the portions are generous, and the service is excellent. It easily outperforms many well‑known restaurants in the Dongmen commercial area.

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