New Saizeriya Dishes to Try in Shenzhen: Affordable Baked Abalone, Mussels & Garlic Clam Pasta

New Saizeriya Dishes to Try in Shenzhen: Affordable Baked Abalone, Mussels & Garlic Clam Pasta

Saizeriya has launched new dishes, and I’m always excited whenever they release something new because the value for money is consistently amazing.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Affordable and Delicious Sandwiches at Zhulahu: Must‑Try Pineapple Chicken Thick‑Egg Sandwich in Shenzhen

Affordable and Delicious Sandwiches at Zhulahu: Must‑Try Pineapple Chicken Thick‑Egg Sandwich in Shenzhen

I have to say, Zhulahu’s sandwiches are incredible. The value is unbeatable, and honestly, I’ve already visited three times — every visit brings a new surprise.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Yuhua Western Restaurant in Shenzhen: A Retro 90s Icon with Steak, Foie Gras, and Classic Cantonese‑Western Fusion

Yuhua Western Restaurant in Shenzhen: A Retro 90s Icon with Steak, Foie Gras, and Classic Cantonese‑Western Fusion

For the older generation in Shenzhen, Yuhua Western Restaurant(雨花西餐厅) is a name full of nostalgia and prestige. When my dad heard I was visiting Yuhua, he excitedly told me stories about discussing business here back in the day.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Traditional Local Fast‑Food Spot in Shenzhen: Classic Steamed Buns, Rice Plates, and Affordable Cantonese Comfort Food

Traditional Local Fast‑Food Spot in Shenzhen: Classic Steamed Buns, Rice Plates, and Affordable Cantonese Comfort Food

Today I was taken to try a fast‑food place that only true Shenzhen locals seem to know about — and to my surprise, the food was actually quite good.

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Best Lychee Wood Roast Chicken in Bantian? This Popular Local Spot Is Packed Every Night

Best Lychee Wood Roast Chicken in Bantian? This Popular Local Spot Is Packed Every Night

There is a roast chicken restaurant(Shao Nian Kao Ji) that local people in Bantian keep recommending. Let's see if it really lives up to the hype!

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
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
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
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

Avoid This One! Disappointing Jiangxi‑Style Restaurant Experience in Luohu

Cheryl Kong | 2026-05-06

I rarely write negative reviews, but this restaurant truly deserves some honest criticism. Although it claims to serve Jiangxi cuisine(a province in China famous for love of spicy food), the dishes have almost nothing to do with authentic Jiangxi flavors.

The environment is actually quite decent — spacious, comfortable, and pleasant to sit in. Unfortunately, the food itself is very underwhelming.

❌The spicy and sour chicken gizzards

This dish arrived quickly, and the flavor was relatively acceptable. But later we found out it was pre-made in other places(normal dishes won't come out so fast). The dish included diced pickled radish, and the chicken gizzards were tender. The mala lotus root slices were crisp, though the addition of sesame oil made the flavor feel a bit off from the usual style.

❌Stir‑fried rice noodles

The real issue was the stir‑fried rice noodles. They took an unusually long time to arrive — so long that we had nearly finished all our other dishes before they finally served it. Even worse, the taste was completely wrong. It was nothing like authentic Jiangxi stir‑fried noodles. The texture was overly soft with no chewiness at all, and the dish was excessively oily.

⚠️As someone who just returned from Jiangxi Province, this was honestly a painful disappointment. I definitely won’t be coming back for a second visit.

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