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Solo-Friendly Crispy Grass Carp Hotpot in Shenzhen: Affordable Set Meal for One at Liantang

Cheryl Kong | 2026-09-19

If you’ve always wanted to enjoy crispy grass carp hotpot on your own but worried that the portions would be too large, this shop’s single-person set meal is exactly what you need.

I visited this restaurant in Luohu’s Liantang today. It’s actually a long-established local restaurant that has been around for quite some time. I originally wanted to recommend it to my family, only to find out that they had already been there several times.

📍 Practical Information

Name of the Restaurant: Heji Crispy Grass Carp Hotpot (和记脆肉鲩火锅)

Location:深圳市罗湖区莲塘街道国威路95号201; Room 201, No. 95 Guowei Road, Liantang Subdistrict, Luohu District, Shenzhen

Nearest Metro Station: Liantang Station, Line 8, 40 meters from Exit D

Price: ¥80 per person

Opening Hours: 10:00–22:00

Parking is limited in the area, so taking the metro is highly recommended.

shenzhen hotpot

🏠 Environment

The shop’s signboard is very noticeable, you’ll know immediately that you need to head up to the second floor. Inside, the seating area is spacious and comfortable. The window seats offer a nice street view, and I imagine the night scenery must be beautiful.

The air conditioning is strong, so you won’t feel too hot while enjoying your hotpot.

There is also a fully stocked condiment station, complete with various seasonings and a guide showing you how to mix your dipping sauce.

🍽️ Food Experience

Today I tried the Crispy Grass Carp Single‑Person Set Meal.

🍲 Hotpot Base

A refreshing broth made with corn, bitter melon, and red dates.

🐟 Crispy Grass Carp Belly & Meat Combo

Once cooked, the fish is sweet, crisp, and pleasantly bouncy. You can taste the natural sweetness even without dipping sauce.

🐟 Crispy Grass Carp Dragon Bone

This part has the crispiest texture. It’s especially suitable for people with strong teeth, as the texture is quite firm. Personally, I found it difficult to bite through because my teeth aren’t very strong. Be extra careful when eating it, as there are bones.

🍜 Grass Carp Fish Noodles

The fun part is that you can squeeze the noodles out yourself, which makes the process more fun. After cooking, the noodles become soft and slightly chewy.

The set also includes a plate of vegetables to balance the meal. I personally recommend dipping everything in the sauce. It enhances the flavor even more.

📚 Overall Review

Overall, the experience was pretty good. The single-person set meal is quite filling, and you get to try several different parts of the crispy grass carp, so it feels satisfying without being too much for one person.

After the meal, you can also take a walk around the area and do some exploring. There’s a Ji Hotel (全季酒店) right across the street, so if you happen to be staying there, this restaurant could be a convenient option for a meal.

🧑‍⚖️Final verdict:

Food ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Atmosphere⭐⭐⭐⭐

Service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Overall ⭐⭐⭐⭐½

(First upload: June 13th, 2026; Updated September 19th, 2026)

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