B+26Hai Xian Jie Cai GuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningNestled in an old neighbourhood, this shop has kept regulars coming back for almost three decades with their no-frills, tasty food at frugal prices. Come early for their double-boiled soups which tend to run out early. Fish head soup particularly…$$$$$View details
B+27Dayang (Wenming Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSince 1983, Dayang has been synonymous with double-boiled soups, which dominate its menu. Three stacks of steel steamers in the corner turn out tasty health tonics every couple hours and you never know in advance exactly what will be available. In…$$$$$View details
B+28Jian Ji (Liwan)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningFor over 50 years, this shop has attracted a faithful following not only for its house-made E-fu, but also its freshly made egg noodles. The soft and springy E-fu has a faint egg aroma. For toppings, choose between beef brisket, zhajiang, pork hock…$$$$$View details
B+29Hui Xing YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis three-storey building is the brand's first outlet, dating back to 1981. Known for traditional Cantonese food at bargain prices, the restaurant prides itself on meticulous cooking techniques and attention to detail. Their speciality of steamed…$$$$$View details
B+30Guo Fan Jia YanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningA must-try for spicy food lovers. Named after famous statesman Zeng Guofan of Qing Dynasty, the room pays tribute to him with his literary and calligraphic works. The menu also focusses on dishes and seasonal ingredients from Hunan province, where…$$$$$View details
B+31Liang Jie Nanning Pumiao Shengzha Mifen (Yinghua Street)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining$$$$$View details
B+32Ya YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe three-storey room is furnished with orange tables and leather chairs that evoke 1980s nostalgia. For over three decades, Ya Yuan has been feeding hungry locals with classic home-style dishes such as slow-boiled soups and claypot rice. With its…$$$$$View details
B+33Zijin Shi FangGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThough Zijin occupies two adjoining ground-floor units, there is barely an empty seat throughout the day. For over 10 years, locals have been fans of the impeccable barbecue meats, which are displayed in all their glory at the front of the shop. The…$$$$$View details
B+34Mian Ji (Yuexiu)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSince 1985, this tiny gem has been specialising in double-boiled soups. The menu boasts some 20 health tonics that are grouped by medicinal properties – some nourish the lungs; others boost energy levels. Those slow-cooked in whole coconuts are…$$$$$View details
B+35AromaGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningPrior to helming the kitchen of Aroma, this chef had done time in Paris and Shanghai. His short but sweet menu features well-judged European dishes made with quality ingredients from around the world. Culinary highlights include pan-seared foie gras…$$$$$View details
B+36Zen TeaGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningStyled after a Zen theme, this space provides only private rooms to ensure a serene dining experience. Soybean products made with spring water are exceptional, as are specialities such as faux sea cucumber made with agar-agar and yam starch in a…$$$$$View details
B+37Beiyuan CuisineGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe national historical site in the heart of the city faithfully replicates details of a Lingnan-style Chinese garden. Inside, diners are wowed by 14 gilded redwood vases with elaborate carvings on all sides. Opened in 1928, it is famed not only for…$$$$$View details
B+38The LegendGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningAdjacent to a convention centre, the restaurant is spread over two floors with both a main dining area and many private rooms. Bird and flower murals and marble with exquisite veining add to the contemporary Chinese chic. In addition to Cantonese…$$$$$View details
B+39Deli Boutique・Uncle De AbaloneGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningIt's a bit out of the way, but the tasty abalone makes the trip here worthwhile. The founder's love affair with the gastropod spans 30+ years. Each one is painstakingly prepared then slow-cooked for 156 hours, resulting in concentrated seafood umami…$$$$$View details
B+40Tao Tao Ju · Ya YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis upscale brand of the restaurant group values exclusivity; its private rooms are perfect for power lunches or friendly get-togethers. The décor features a rose gold and olive green palette, punctuated by Lingnan architectural motifs. The…$$$$$View details
B+41Sing Wan Loi Noodle (Yuexiu)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningUnlike your typical wonton noodle joint, this one sports blue and white porcelain patterns and exquisite millwork. The menu is similarly off-kilter: expect eclectic ingredients ranging from black truffle and sea urchin to hairy crab and dried…$$$$$View details
B+42Delightful HouseGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant annexed to a B&B on the outskirts of Guangzhou feels like an oasis. Bamboo bushes cocoon the terrace dotted with patio tables shaded by parasols. Well-crafted dim sum are served at breakfast and lunch, and Cantonese classics at lunch…$$$$$View details
B+43Dai Yong TownGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningA wall map and backlit illustrations lend the rustic interior an artistic flair. The owner and the staff, who all hail from the Chaoshan area, pay homage to the kaleidoscopic food culture of this region using mainly ingredients and seafood from…$$$$$View details
B+44Xiguan Zhuyuan (Lizhiwan)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis is not only a noodle shop, but also a factory that makes bouncy noodles for various restaurants in Guangzhou and Hong Kong. These famous strands made with duck eggs are dried outside the shop, which is nestled in a picturesque park. Dried…$$$$$View details
B+45Temple StreetGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSince opening in 2018, this tiny shop has been jam-packed with diners, so expect to share a table with strangers at peak hours. It is named after a street in the owner's native Hong Kong and has nearly 30 types of claypot rice in dai pai dong style…$$$$$View details
B+46Zhou MenGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe room isn’t any different from your typical noodles joint, but its glazed noodles ‘factory’ definitely puts on a great show. Watch the skilful noodle-maker knead the dough with a bamboo pole to develop ultra-bouncy texture. House-made duck egg…$$$$$View details
B+47FT · Bak Kut Teh (Yuexiu)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningYou can't miss the long queue at the door, but that doesn't put avid foodies off coming here. Available in both Singaporean and Malaysian styles, bak kut teh is simmered for three hours with pork ribs, garlic, white peppercorns and herbs until the…$$$$$View details
B+48Da Ge Fan (Tangxiayong West Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe chain operates branches in Hunan and Guangdong, but everything started in this flagship venue with a landscaped garden and a running stream. Its namesake signature dish is rice cooked in a pigeon and pork bone broth, boasting a crispy golden…$$$$$View details
B+49Yun PavilionGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis lavish interior is inspired by the eight categories of Chinese musical instruments, while the Longquan celadon teacups add a touch of refinement. The experienced kitchen team focuses on traditional Cantonese fare, spiced up by the clever use of…$$$$$View details
B+50Yue Jing XuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningDiners get to take in lovely...$$$$$View details