B+51Hou 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…$$$$$View details
B+52Lu Niang Zi (Huli)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThis simple shop is famous for beef noodle soup and noodles dressed in beef ragout. The signature beef noodle soup with pickled cabbage is a must – the beef long loin is perfectly cooked to be tender but firm. The beef bone stock is flavoursome, and…$$$$$View details
B+53Wu Lan Sha Cha MianFujian Province · Casual DiningTucked away in a nondescript...$$$$$View details
B+54Si Xia Li (Huli)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe chef-owner has almost 30 years' experience under his belt, with notable stints in various hotel restaurants. Respecting traditions while re-inventing Minnan cuisine by incorporating Western techniques and creative touches, he has come up with a…$$$$$View details
B+55167 Shan Hai LiFujian Province · Casual DiningThis kitchen run by Fu'an natives specialises in dishes from their home city; "167" refers to the length of the city's coastline in kilometres. Naturally, seafood from Fu'an is the main draw – look for yellow croakers, sea bass and the like in the…$$$$$View details
B+56Nan Qi Lou 1924Fujian Province · Casual DiningWith dark wood finishes and painted tile flooring, Nan Qi Lou exudes a retro vibe in keeping with this century-old neighbourhood. Quanzhou has been home to the Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asia for centuries, hence the menu combining Minnan and…$$$$$View details
B+57Min Shi FuFujian Province · Casual DiningMin Shi Fu is well known for its live seafood and local delicacies. There is no menu. Just pick your own ingredients from the live fish tank and ask the server to recommend the best ways to prepare them. In addition to live shrimps, crabs, bivalves…$$$$$View details
B+58Lai Cuo Cheng Bian Shi DianFujian Province · Casual DiningThis place dates back to the 1940s, when the founder would carry her mobile kitchen on a bamboo pole balanced on her shoulder and sell her bianshi dumplings on the go. She then settled at this spot and has stayed put ever since. Now run by her son…$$$$$View details
B+59ChosopFujian Province · Casual DiningThis stylish venue in a shopping mall sports low fabric-clad partitions that provide privacy and enhance the overall vibe. The kitchen is helmed by a Sichuanese chef; the extensive menu covers most bases of authentic Sichuan fare. Try pork belly…$$$$$View details
B+60Hall Thing (Licheng)Fujian Province · Casual DiningTucked away in an alley, the restaurant is rather hard to find, but look for the small courtyard under a big tree. It is the epitome of vintage and adorned in splendid antique pieces. The menu is also a picture of nostalgia. Yongchun taro noodle…$$$$$View details
B+61Dai TaiFujian Province · Casual DiningDai Tai opened its doors in 2011, specialising in Yunnanese home-style cooking, especially the cuisine of the Dai ethnic group. The all-Yunnanese kitchen team has most ingredients shipped from their home province to ensure authenticity. The food is…$$$$$View details
B+62Guan Zhong Wang Shi (Gulou)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe owner from Xi’an couldn’t find any restaurant serving authentic cooking from his hometown, so he opened his own! The spartan room is clean and rustic. The kitchen team from Shaanxi deftly pull noodles by hand. The signature biangbiang noodle…$$$$$View details
B+63XiaFujian Province · Casual DiningSince 2018, Chef Yang hailing from Jiangsu has been helming the kitchen with a menu that is half Cantonese and half Minnan. Chilled peanut sweet soup is a modified version of the Fujian classic, with a velvety peanut custard over a bed of toothsome…$$$$$View details
B+65Xiao Cheng XiFujian Province · Casual DiningBy the pier, this roof-top dining room commands gorgeous views of Gulangyu. The owner chose to re-create the ancient Fujian-style architecture and landscaping in his stunning venue, complete with a water feature, lush greenery and stone arches. The…$$$$$View details
B+66Chun ShengFujian Province · Casual DiningAway from the city centre, this joint serving home-style Fujian cooking has earned acclaim from locals for over two decades. Like its numerous counterparts, there isn’t a menu – just pick your seafood and meat from the fish tank and chiller, then…$$$$$View details
B+67OriginFujian Province · Casual DiningNestling at the foot of a hill, this historical mansion dates from the Ming Dynasty. The owner restored it in 2018, turning it into a restaurant-cum-gallery space. The chef imbues traditional Fujian recipes with a modern edge. Try his line-caught…$$$$$View details
B+68Zhen Zhen Hai Li JianFujian Province · Casual DiningZhen Zhen runs the whole place alone: she's the owner, server and chef. She's picky about seafood, having it delivered a few times daily to ensure freshness. The well-made dishes at bargain prices have secured a loyal fan base. The menu comprises 20…$$$$$View details
B+69Che Qiao Tou Wen A Shui Wan (Daxi Street)Fujian Province · Casual DiningThe founder was a hawker who sold fish ball soup over 150 years ago, during the Qing Dynasty. Now run by the fourth-generation owner, the brand has grown into a restaurant chain, but its speciality remains the same. Catch of the day is deboned…$$$$$View details
B+70Xuanhe CuisineFujian Province · Casual DiningThe wood-rich interior feels warm and cosy and the food, in the same vein, is comforting and familiar. The menu stars the hits of Fuzhou cuisine and cleverly uses local ingredients to create authentic flavours. Expect items like fried pork belly…$$$$$View details
B+71Hu Yu Zhong Wu Qu Bian RouNingde, Fujian Province · Casual DiningFor over 20 years, this shop has been a landmark of the Wuqu food scene. Since it moved to Ningde, the owner continues to craft everything in Wuqu style. Their bian rou dumplings are tossed in sauce or served in broth, boasting bouncy pork filling…$$$$$View details
B+72Shang XingFujian Province · Casual DiningThis architectural behemoth dripping in charm boasts a striking entrance and a cathedral ceiling in the dining room. A live fish tank showcases the freshest catch shipped from Chaoshan daily. Other fish and produce are displayed over a bed of ice…$$$$$View details
B+73Shan Hai Nan YanFujian Province · Casual DiningJust a stone's throw from the famous Yongde Guild Hall, this restaurant in the Shangxiahang Historical District is made up of the restored buildings housing private rooms, a main dining room and a tea parlour. The menu is mostly Fujianese, with a…$$$$$View details
B+74Panda'sFujian Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant is set up in a Fujian red-brick mansion, with a black, white and wood colour scheme punctuated by pops of bright red. Both the owner and the chef are Sichuan natives, specialising in cuisine from the city of Zigong, famous for its…$$$$$View details
B+75AntstoryFujian Province · Casual DiningSince 2018, Antstory has been running this historic three-storey red brick villa. The young local chef reinterprets traditional Fujian recipes with modern techniques, home-made sauces and condiments. First-timers can pick from ‘10 classics’, like…$$$$$View details