B+01Yin LuFujian Province · Casual DiningThis household name opened its doors in 1996 and moved to this historic villa in 2009. The kitchen specialises in Xiamen classics and the menu is concise yet appetising. Don’t miss the ubiquitous double-boiled Muscovy duck soup with crab, whose…$$$$$View details
B+03Zhang Lin A Shan Jiang Mu YaFujian Province · Casual DiningFounded in 1999 under a different name, it has ever been popular with local ginger duck fans. On the right side of the entrance, row upon row of claypots make quite a spectacle. Muscovy duck is slow-cooked in rice wine with ginger and other herbs…$$$$$View details
B+04Lin Yi Nen Ming Pai Zhu Xue HuaFujian Province · Casual DiningFounded by Lin Yi Nen over 40 years ago, this no-frills shop has moved many times, but always within the same neighbourhood. Its bestseller is old-time comfort food – pork blood curd soup with noodles or rice vermicelli. The noodles are toothsome…$$$$$View details
B+05Lao A BoFujian Province · Casual DiningFor over 10 years, regulars have been flocking here to sample ingredients that are rarely found elsewhere. The owner used to be a food distributer and has always been picky about his seafood. Adventurous eaters may try wild-caught mudskippers…$$$$$View details
B+06Shan Gu Tang (Xiahe Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningIts bright red sign may be hard to miss but it's the lingering herbal aromas that draw in customers from near and far. The owner used to run a Chinese clinic and opened Shan Gu Tang to serve food with medicinal value. The small menu is dominated by…$$$$$View details
B+07Xian Xiong QiFujian Province · Casual DiningWith live fish tanks lining the entrance, this is clearly the place to be for fresh seafood. The owner sources his fish directly from local fishermen, ensuring his catch is always the best. Minnan-style seafood defines the menu, and the peanut worm…$$$$$View details
B+08ChosopFujian Province · Casual DiningThis stylish venue in a shopping mall sports low fabric-clad partitions that provide privacy and enhance the overall vibe. The kitchen is helmed by a Sichuanese chef; the extensive menu covers most bases of authentic Sichuan fare. Try pork belly…$$$$$View details
B+09Wuwei Natural FoodFujian Province · Casual DiningConnected to a beachside promenade, this villa restaurant prides itself on its breathtaking ocean views, but also a Zen-inspired decor and plant-based cooking with a touch of finesse. It serves two set menus, both featuring season-driven dishes…$$$$$View details
B+10Xuanhe CuisineFujian Province · Casual DiningThe wood-rich interior feels warm and cosy and the food, in the same vein, is comforting and familiar. The menu stars the hits of Fuzhou cuisine and cleverly uses local ingredients to create authentic flavours. Expect items like fried pork belly…$$$$$View details
B+12Lai Cuo Cheng Bian Shi DianFujian Province · Casual DiningThis place dates back to the 1940s, when the founder would carry her mobile kitchen on a bamboo pole balanced on her shoulder and sell her bianshi dumplings on the go. She then settled at this spot and has stayed put ever since. Now run by her son…$$$$$View details
B+13Guo Gong Fan DianFujian Province · Casual DiningIn business since 1994, this no-frills joint is part of the collective culinary memory of many locals. The menu on the wall is for reference only – head to the glass-fronted fridge to see what's in store that day. The signature dish is feng rou…$$$$$View details
B+14Zhen Zhen Hai Li JianFujian Province · Casual DiningZhen Zhen runs the whole place alone: she's the owner, server and chef. She's picky about seafood, having it delivered a few times daily to ensure freshness. The well-made dishes at bargain prices have secured a loyal fan base. The menu comprises 20…$$$$$View details
B+15Harmony Garden (Xierhuan North Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningWith nine private rooms in a two-storey villa, Harmony Garden offers warm, friendly service and Fujian cooking with creative twists. The owner used to run a tea leaf business, which explains the antique tea ware and tea leaves on sale. Signatures…$$$$$View details
B+16Jing LiFujian Province · Casual DiningOpened in 2020 as the premium version of a longstanding Fuzhou institution, Jing Li targets an upmarket business clientele. Burgundy seats and details grace the elegant wood-rich interior. On the menu, local Minnan classics are creatively melded…$$$$$View details
B+17Longkushan EateryFujian Province · Casual DiningIn business for over 10 years, this restaurant has become part of the collective food memory of Fuzhou citizens. Despite the remote location and lack of ambience, locals come in droves for well-made home-style dishes and seafood at wallet-friendly…$$$$$View details
B+18Lu Niang Zi (Huli)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThis simple shop is famous for beef noodle soup and noodles dressed in beef ragout. The signature beef noodle soup with pickled cabbage is a must – the beef long loin is perfectly cooked to be tender but firm. The beef bone stock is flavoursome, and…$$$$$View details
B+19Shan Li Yan Sha Cha MianFujian Province · Casual DiningAt this friendly neighbourhood shop in the old town, the owner couple knows every customer by name. Sha cha noodles are their speciality: whatever the time of the day, the rich broth is always piping hot, striking a balance between garlic, peanut…$$$$$View details
B+20Min Shi FuFujian Province · Casual DiningMin Shi Fu is well known for its live seafood and local delicacies. There is no menu. Just pick your own ingredients from the live fish tank and ask the server to recommend the best ways to prepare them. In addition to live shrimps, crabs, bivalves…$$$$$View details
B+21Cong Hui Tongan Lao Mei Shi Fan DianFujian Province · Casual DiningThis is the third address of the household name since it opened in 1999. It has built a loyal following thanks to its authentic Tong'an home-style cooking. The flavoursome, melt-in-the-mouth Tong'an braised pork belly exudes aromas of garlic, dried…$$$$$View details
B+23Rong Ji Hai Xian Lao Hua (Cangshan)Fujian Province · Casual DiningLao hua, or Fujian-style noodle soup, is usually considered frugal eats. This shop, however, champions a novel lao hua that uses luxury seafood such as live abalone and razor clam. The modern, cosy room is also worlds apart from your average lao hua…$$$$$View details
B+24Shou Ning Mi GaoNingde, Fujian Province · Casual DiningThis tiny gem run by a married couple has won the hearts of locals courtesy of their mi gao – steamed rice noodle rolls with a choice of filling like ground pork and veggies. Ask for an extra ladle of spiced soy marinade for additional flavour and…$$$$$View details
B+25Hui Wei Private KitchenFujian Province · Casual DiningThe spacious room has a live fish tank and display fridges at the entrance. The founder hails from Songxi County in northern Fujian, and the menu features specialities and snacks from there. The Lan Gu-style smoked yellow croaker impresses with its…$$$$$View details