I think fish hotpot is relatively uncommon in Western countries, especially one featuring a fish like Crispy Mandarin Fish, which is not something you come across very often. So, what exactly is Crispy Mandarin Fish?
The Crispy Mandarin Fish slices were fragrant, tender, and genuinely delicious. You could immediately tell how fresh the fish was — the slices were translucent, glossy, and beautifully cut. When they arrived at the table, they almost looked like little diamonds. ✨
So, if you're visiting Shenzhen, this is definitely something I'd recommend trying. It's a unique dining experience that you may not come across easily elsewhere outside of Guangdong Province.
📍 Practical Information
Location: 深圳市罗湖区爱国路益田假日广场3楼L3-21号，1st Floor, Yitian Holiday Plaza, Aiguo Road, Luohu District, Shenzhen (Gate 4)
Name of the Shop: Cuixiansheng Hotpot - 脆鲜生·脆鲩鱼火锅
Nearest Metro Station: 翠竹站B2口 Line2, Cuizhu Station, Exit B2
Price: ¥130 per person
Opening Hours: 11:00–22:00
You can also choose the Five-Finger Fig Root Soup Base (五指毛桃锅底), which is a true delight for Cantonese diners.
Time for a little food lesson! So, what exactly is Five-Finger Fig Root? 🌿
Five-Finger Fig Root is a traditional ingredient commonly used in Cantonese soup-making. It has a distinctive, fragrant aroma with a slightly earthy, nutty note, which gives the broth a wonderfully comforting flavor.
From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is traditionally believed to have soothing and throat-comforting properties. However, these traditional claims haven't been scientifically established, so take them as part of the cultural tradition rather than a health claim. At the end of the day, what matters most is that the soup tastes delicious! 😋
For the dipping sauce, you can customize your own combination — and they even offer lemongrass.（This is beyond my expectation, and the combination is truly a delight, I hightly recommend it👍）! The crunchy texture adds a refreshing contrast to the tender fish and makes each bite feel even fresher. It’s a simple addition, but it really makes a difference.
As for the menu, the selection isn’t particularly large. For meat options, they currently only offer fish and chicken. The portions of the vegetables we ordered were also quite small, — as you can see in the photo, the vegetables were served on a rather large plastic plate, with just a small handful sitting in the middle. It was honestly a bit funny!Definitely not enough for two people, especially if you’re sharing.
🌲Environment
The environment is enjoyable and relaxing, with seats surrounded by lush greenery. There’s a dedicated station where you can customize your dipping sauce, and even a hand‑washing sink which is a thoughtful touch that you rarely see in restaurants(tho I don't know why they put cobble stones in the sink).
The restaurant also features a large viewing window where you can watch the chefs skillfully slice the fish. The technique is impressive, as each piece needs to be cut extremely thin so it cooks quickly and evenly.
📚Overall:
The flavor is genuinely good — the fish is exceptionally fresh and worth trying.The environment is comfortable, and the service is great.
But the value for money is a bit low. Two people spent nearly 300 RMB, and we only ordered the soup base, fish slices, fish belly, and vegetables. The price is obviously also on the higher side, so I wouldn’t say this is the most budget-friendly hotpot option in Shenzhen. That said, if you’re looking for a more unique fish hotpot experience, I still think it’s worth trying.
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（First upload: 6/5/26; Updated 23/8/26）
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