Atmospheric Restaurant Bar at Sungang Baoneng Shenzhen: Signature Drinks, Desserts & Cozy Vibes

Atmospheric Restaurant Bar at Sungang Baoneng Shenzhen: Signature Drinks, Desserts & Cozy Vibes

Hey guys! Today we’re checking out a new restaurant bar at Sungang Baoneng . It’s full of atmosphere and perfect for gatherings or casual dining. It’s been trending online, so we couldn’t resist seeing what the buzz is all about!

Posted on: by Cheryl Kong
Garden‑Style Western Restaurant in Shenzhen: Hidden Dining Spot Near Shopping Park Station

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

Shenzhen’s Shopping Park is well known as a paradise for shopping, dining, and nightlife. Since the area attracts plenty of international visitors, many restaurants here tend to offer flavors and dining styles that are more familiar to Western diners.

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🇫🇷French Restaurant in Shenzhen Sungang: Authentic Paris‑Style Dining in the City

🇫🇷French Restaurant in Shenzhen Sungang: Authentic Paris‑Style Dining in the City

Shenzhen has no shortage of French restaurants, but I’ve rarely come across one with an atmosphere quite like this. The moment I walked in, I was struck by the romantic and distinctive interior. It felt completely different from the usual French restaurants I’ve visited in the city.

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Seaside Restaurant on Shenzhen Yantian Coastal Walkway: Scenic Port‑View Dining Near Haishan Street

Seaside Restaurant on Shenzhen Yantian Coastal Walkway: Scenic Port‑View Dining Near Haishan Street

⚠️ Attention: This shop has permanently changed its name(from 1881 Music Retaurant to Yan Sea · Seaview Restaurant (盐Sea·海景餐厅)) and is now operating as a full-service restaurant. However, its dessert and drink options are still available.

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FunFun Restaurant in Shenzhen Xiasha: Cozy Boho Dining With Must‑Try Signature Dishes

FunFun Restaurant in Shenzhen Xiasha: Cozy Boho Dining With Must‑Try Signature Dishes

Unlike Hong Kong, where restaurants tucked away inside office buildings are fairly common, Shenzhen doesn’t have quite as many. If I hadn’t come across this restaurant online, I probably would never have known it existed. Luckily, the food turned out to be surprisingly good, and the open-air terrace felt almost like a little garden in the sky, a peaceful place to escape from the busy city and unwind after work.

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Crispy‑Skin Chicken Pot in Shenzhen Luohu-Delicious Stone Olive Soup Near Luohu Station

Crispy‑Skin Chicken Pot in Shenzhen Luohu-Delicious Stone Olive Soup Near Luohu Station

If you love fresh, tender chicken, this chicken hotpot near Luohu Station is good for a visit. Cantonese people have a particular love for fresh chicken, and there are countless ways to prepare it. Today, we tried a chicken soup hotpot that turned out to be a really pleasant surprise.

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Braised Goose Hotpot in Chegongmiao — A Must‑Try Winter Comfort Food in Shenzhen

Braised Goose Hotpot in Chegongmiao — A Must‑Try Winter Comfort Food in Shenzhen

Hotpot is so popular in China that there seems to be no limit to the ingredients and flavors people are willing to turn into a hotpot. It was my first time hearing that braised stock could be used as a hotpot base, so I came to try it immediately.

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Gaga XianYu Western Dining in Huaqiangbei: Honest Review of Food Quality, Ambience, and Value

Gaga XianYu Western Dining in Huaqiangbei: Honest Review of Food Quality, Ambience, and Value

Gaga XianYu is one of the earlier established restaurant brands in Shenzhen and has maintained a solid reputation over the years. Known for its light‑meal concept, the dishes are presented with care and attention to detail. However, the prices are relatively high, and many people feel that the value for money is not ideal.

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Long-established Thai Restaurant(Xin Tai) in Shenzhen: Pineapple Fried Rice & Curry Shrimp Review

Long-established Thai Restaurant(Xin Tai) in Shenzhen: Pineapple Fried Rice & Curry Shrimp Review

If you’ve lived in Shenzhen for a long time, chances are you’ve heard of or eaten at Xin Tai. Back when there weren't quite as many dining options in the city, Xin Tai was considered one of the top Thai restaurants around.

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Popular Japanese Restaurant from Futian Opens in Luohu — Must‑Try Eel Taco & Signature Dishes

Popular Japanese Restaurant from Futian Opens in Luohu — Must‑Try Eel Taco & Signature Dishes

A well‑known Japanese restaurant (Yi Le Shi Tang) that has been extremely popular in Futian District has finally opened a new branch in Luohu. It was even featured on TVB, which naturally raises the question: is it really as good as people say?

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Finally An Authentic Western Steakhouse Opens at Liantang Anlinhui Plaza!!

Liantang finally has a proper steakhouse! Serving authentic Western‑style steaks 🥩 and fresh salads 🥗, the quality here is truly impressive.

/ Cheryl Kong

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

If you’ve always wanted to enjoy crispy grass carp hotpot alone but worried the portions would be too big, this shop’s single‑person set meal is exactly what you need.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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!

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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).

/ Cheryl Kong

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!

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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!

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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!

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

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.

/ Cheryl Kong

One of the Best Char Siu Rice in Shenzhen: Men Wah Bing Teng at KK Mall Review

A delicious Hong Kong–style café — and honestly, their char siu is amazing❗

/ Cheryl Kong

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Fujian‑Style Tea Shop at One Avenue Shenzhen: Starfruit Green Tea & Brown Sugar Bobba

This milk tea shop offers several new flavors that are definitely worth trying. It focuses on tea inspired by Fujian Province and provides some options for tea lovers.

/ Cheryl Kong

Yunnan‑Style Claypot Rice Noodles in Shenzhen Dongmen: Authentic Guanguan Noodles With 20+ Toppings

You don’t have to go all the way to Yunnan to enjoy Claypot Rice Noodles anymore! Here in Shenzhen, you can have the first try of such peculiar noodle.

/ Cheryl Kong

Japanese‑Style Omurice at MixC World Shenzhen: Comfort Food & DIY Ice Cream

Looking to first meal back at work in Shenzhen after the holiday? Here is a Japanese‑style omurice 🍛 + DIY ice cream 🍦 The emotional value is absolutely full 💖. The name of the shop is OMU omurice .

/ Cheryl Kong

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