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Casual Dining in Guangzhou

84 places in the "Casual Dining" selection: editorial grades from A+ to F, prices, Tabelog scores and a map.

Places ranked: 84

Summer Palace
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Summer Palace

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The Summer Palace is a sprawling imperial garden offering a serene escape with stunning landscapes, intricate architecture, and a rich history. Visitors consistently praise its vastness, the beauty of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, and the…

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Xiang Qun (Longjin East Road)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Standing the test of time since 1988, this operation started out as an ‘ice parlour’ serving cold drinks and light snacks. Now firmly in the 21C, it has morphed into a chain famous for home-style cooking and this branch pays tribute to the charm of…

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Taozui Guan

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Showcasing a ceramic theme, this restaurant doubles as a cultural hub for art making and exhibitions. The interior resembles an elegant tea house, whereas the food shows international influences and creative touches—emphasising MSG-free, healthful…

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Wei Shi Jia

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Shi shi chicken – steamed chicken served with fermented clam dip – ranks among the top 10 chicken dishes in Guangzhou, but it’s hard to come by these days. The chef, who once worked in a prestigious hotel, uses Qingyuan birds for this dish because…

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Da Ge Fan (Tangxiayong West Road)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The 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…

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Aroma

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Prior 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…

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Beiyuan Cuisine

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The 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…

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Chao Ji Claypot Rice (Liwan)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Time is of the essence when it comes to cooking claypot rice. In this popular two-storey joint, both the rice and soups are made to order, so expect to wait for at least 15-20 minutes, longer at peak hours. The rice is perfectly cooked, soft but…

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Nan Yuan

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

This long-standing institution boasts a classical landscaped garden complete with pavilions, bridges and water features. It makes the perfect backdrop for a dim sum lunch. The food is mostly Cantonese, with the odd dish from other provinces. Try…

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Dai Yong Town

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

A 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…

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Sing Wan Loi Noodle (Yuexiu)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Unlike 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…

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Emmelyn

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The head chef honed his skills in New Zealand and Australia before joining Emmelyn. It serves business sets at lunch and a dinner tasting menu that respects the seasons. All of which showcase dishes underscored by French tradition with fresh, modern…

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Wing Lee Restaurant (Yuexiu)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The room, furnished in classic Cantonese style, affords lovely river views. Born to a family of chefs, the owner aims to pass on the art of Cantonese cooking by reviving nostalgic recipes, like crispy skinned chicken stuffed with minced shrimp, that…

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Ease (Yuexiu)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Nestled in a printing plant-turned-cultural park, the two-storey restaurant boasts an airy, high-ceilinged dining room. Faux-industrial elements work well with wood and bamboo accents for a relaxed ambience. The menu features simple dishes with…

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Xin Cuo

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

The restaurant opened its doors in 2021 in an art-themed shopping mall. It serves ten set menus at a range of prices, featuring ingredients from around the world prepared in Chaozhou style. Dishes are traditional, yet bold and creative. The cold…

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Sa Er Ta Dongxiang Shou Zhua

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Tucked in an alley filled to the brim with halal restaurants, this two-storey establishment has a dining room on the ground floor and some private rooms upstairs. Lamb is big on the menu, such as the juicy boiled premium version, which is chopped…

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Zhu Zai Ji Shi Fu (Jiangnan Avenue)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

A hawker-stall-turned-restaurant now with two branches – this casual, bustling three-storey joint is prized for its authentic Cantonese food. The juicy, flavoursome roast goose has been a big hit for the past 20 years. Other specialities include…

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Dr. Xu's Wellbeing Branch (Tianhe)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Founder Dr. Xu is a postdoc in Chinese medicine and the restaurant doubles as a museum showcasing his collection of antiques and rare herbs. Diners appreciate the tonic effects of double-boiled soups, such as the abalone liver soup with wild…

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Tao Gie Mie Zhou

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Both hailing from Chaozhou, the owner and chef ensure the food is as authentic as possible. Try the crunchy pig's ear or flavourful and gelatinous pork hock in a spiced marinade. The raw marinated bivalves and crustaceans such as striped prawns and…

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Yong Zuo

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

After moving along the street to a corner unit, this place now has an updated room equipped with a live fish tank of seafood from the Chaoshan area, such as lobsters and tuatua clams – ask the owner about the catch of the day. Their signature…

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Stay Here

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

This tiny gem has changed hands, but the kitchen is still run by Chaoshan natives. The small menu stars all the greatest hits of Chaoshan cuisine, with raw marinated mud crab that packs tons of oomph standing out in particular. Diners need to book…

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He Yuan (Tianhe)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

This kitchen serves well-executed Cantonese dishes with an emphasis on various breeds of abalone – Japanese, South African, Australian and Middle Eastern. All dim sum is made on the spot, but for those seeking more heat in their food, there are…

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Zijin Shi Fang

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Though 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…

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Soodle

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

Commanding spectacular city views, the sun-drenched, plant-filled space caters to a well-heeled business clientele. The Western-centric menu focuses on vegetables and mushrooms, as opposed to typical Chinese vegetarian cuisine based on soy faux…

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Yushan Soup (Liede Xipu Street)

Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining

This quaint restaurant stands in a restored 900-year-old village. It says “soup” on the sign and its double-boiled soups that take six hours to prepare are must-tries. However, the season-driven menu offers much more than soups. Scrambled egg with…

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