B+51Wu Lan Sha Cha MianFujian Province · Casual DiningTucked away in a nondescript...$$$$$View details
B+52Shan Gu Tang (Xiahe Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningIts bright red sign may be hard to miss but it's the lingering herbal aromas that draw in customers from near and far. The owner used to run a Chinese clinic and opened Shan Gu Tang to serve food with medicinal value. The small menu is dominated by…$$$$$View details
B+53Xing Wang Seafood · Rongting Hui (Siming)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe seafood chain started out as a fishmonger’s back in 1994. It began running a roadside food stall in 2016 and rebranded itself in 2023 with this upmarket flagship in a shopping mall. Live fish tanks are showcased next to a museum-like display of…$$$$$View details
B+54Wai Tou Niu Rou (Meiling Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningFamous for its beef dishes, this shop was named after the owner, whose moniker means "wryneck". His signature braised beef rib exudes curry flavour and a hint of Chinese herbs. The fork-tender meat goes well with the buttery seasoned rice. Another…$$$$$View details
B+55Hu Yu Zhong Wu Qu Bian RouNingde, Fujian Province · Casual DiningFor over 20 years, this shop has been a landmark of the Wuqu food scene. Since it moved to Ningde, the owner continues to craft everything in Wuqu style. Their bian rou dumplings are tossed in sauce or served in broth, boasting bouncy pork filling…$$$$$View details
B+56Rong Ji Hai Xian Lao Hua (Cangshan)Fujian Province · Casual DiningLao hua, or Fujian-style noodle soup, is usually considered frugal eats. This shop, however, champions a novel lao hua that uses luxury seafood such as live abalone and razor clam. The modern, cosy room is also worlds apart from your average lao hua…$$$$$View details
B+57Minnan Minnan (Siming)Fujian Province · Casual DiningOpened by a restaurant group based in the city of Shishi some 30 years ago, this branch has stood the test of time. The kitchen team, trained in the Shishi flagship, is overseen by a Minnan master chef. The interesting menu includes a host of Minnan…$$$$$View details
B+58Shang XingFujian Province · Casual DiningThis architectural behemoth dripping in charm boasts a striking entrance and a cathedral ceiling in the dining room. A live fish tank showcases the freshest catch shipped from Chaoshan daily. Other fish and produce are displayed over a bed of ice…$$$$$View details
B+59Zhuang Ji Quan Fu Lu Mian GuanFujian Province · Casual DiningFor over 40 years, this noodle shop has prided itself on its lor mee, or Fujian-style noodles in thick starchy gravy. In his 70s, the owner still helms the kitchen himself and cooks each order of lor mee in individual portions. You may have to wait…$$$$$View details
B+60Hall Thing (Licheng)Fujian Province · Casual DiningTucked away in an alley, the restaurant is rather hard to find, but look for the small courtyard under a big tree. It is the epitome of vintage and adorned in splendid antique pieces. The menu is also a picture of nostalgia. Yongchun taro noodle…$$$$$View details
B+61Cong Hui Tongan Lao Mei Shi Fan DianFujian Province · Casual DiningThis is the third address of the household name since it opened in 1999. It has built a loyal following thanks to its authentic Tong'an home-style cooking. The flavoursome, melt-in-the-mouth Tong'an braised pork belly exudes aromas of garlic, dried…$$$$$View details
B+62Hou Jie Lao Hua (216 Tonghu Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningClose to scenic spots, this simple shop attracts locals and tourists alike. As its sign says, lao hua, or rice vermicelli in pork broth, is the signature dish. But their hand-pulled noodles and ribbon rice noodles are equally good. For toppings, opt…$$$$$View details
B+63AntstoryFujian Province · Casual DiningSince 2018, Antstory has been running this historic three-storey red brick villa. The young local chef reinterprets traditional Fujian recipes with modern techniques, home-made sauces and condiments. First-timers can pick from ‘10 classics’, like…$$$$$View details
B+64Xiang Mo Jin NianFujian Province · Casual DiningIts façade may be nondescript but its open-air kitchen provides quite a spectacle. Minnan-style soups are slow-cooked over heated sand on clay stoves for three to four hours so need to be pre-ordered; the availability of some soups is limited…$$$$$View details
B+65OriginFujian Province · Casual DiningNestling at the foot of a hill, this historical mansion dates from the Ming Dynasty. The owner restored it in 2018, turning it into a restaurant-cum-gallery space. The chef imbues traditional Fujian recipes with a modern edge. Try his line-caught…$$$$$View details
B+66XiaFujian Province · Casual DiningSince 2018, Chef Yang hailing from Jiangsu has been helming the kitchen with a menu that is half Cantonese and half Minnan. Chilled peanut sweet soup is a modified version of the Fujian classic, with a velvety peanut custard over a bed of toothsome…$$$$$View details
B+68Ye Jia Hua Sheng TangFujian Province · Casual DiningThis tiny shop in an alley has been around for decades. Without bells and whistles, it has earned a loyal following with its rustic traditional Fuzhou sweets. The concise menu stars a lineup of all-time favourites. Simmered in a claypot for nine…$$$$$View details
B+69Tong'an Fan Dian (Huachang Road)Fujian Province · Casual DiningFounded in 2003, this restaurant was named after Tongan, the cradle of Xiamen culture. The space is bright and airy, with a wall of oyster shell collage as a focal point. Formerly a fisherman, the owner is picky about his fish. Try the boneless…$$$$$View details
B+70A Qiu Niu Pai (Huxin Street)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe 40-plus-year-old shop has stayed true to its origins, boasting red wood furniture and old-school vibes. Niu Pai is the Chinese term for beef steak. Rather than being seared on a grill, here, it is braised with curry spices until it melts in…$$$$$View details
B+71Chic 1699Fujian Province · Casual DiningThis is the first flagship of a local restaurant chain. The faux-industrial decor works nicely with the greenery and ocean views. The menu is dominated by local seafood and Minnan dishes, depicted by shrimps in sa cha sauce that boast firm texture…$$$$$View details
B+72Da Tong Shao Jiu LangFujian Province · Casual DiningThis bustling joint in the old town specialises in shao jiao pei – the Minnan term for small plates intended to be enjoyed with alcohol. The owners, a couple, have been at the helm for 10-plus years. Their seafood-forward menu also features meat and…$$$$$View details
B+73Hám-KhàkFujian Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant stands in the heart of the old city, atop a hotel. Acclaimed for his home-style dishes made with local seafood and seasonal produce, the executive chef honours Fujian traditions while thinking outside the box with modern techniques…$$$$$View details
B+74Lao A BoFujian Province · Casual DiningFor over 10 years, regulars have been flocking here to sample ingredients that are rarely found elsewhere. The owner used to be a food distributer and has always been picky about his seafood. Adventurous eaters may try wild-caught mudskippers…$$$$$View details
B+75Che Qiao Tou Wen A Shui Wan (Daxi Street)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe founder was a hawker who sold fish ball soup over 150 years ago, during the Qing Dynasty. Now run by the fourth-generation owner, the brand has grown into a restaurant chain, but its speciality remains the same. Catch of the day is deboned…$$$$$View details