B+26Delightful 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…$$$$$View details
B+27Ya YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe three-storey room is furnished with orange tables and leather chairs that evoke 1980s nostalgia. For over three decades, Ya Yuan has been feeding hungry locals with classic home-style dishes such as slow-boiled soups and claypot rice. With its…$$$$$View details
B+28Tian ShuiGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis brand advocates a natural and mindful diet with hand-picked ingredients, slick plating and thoughtful combinations. There is just one menu available at lunch and dinner – the 24-solar-term set – and it changes every month to showcase…$$$$$View details
B+29Yue Jing XuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningDiners get to take in lovely...$$$$$View details
B+30Temple StreetGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSince opening in 2018, this tiny shop has been jam-packed with diners, so expect to share a table with strangers at peak hours. It is named after a street in the owner's native Hong Kong and has nearly 30 types of claypot rice in dai pai dong style…$$$$$View details
B+31BingSheng Pin Wei (Dongxiao Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe group first made its name with sashimi and, at this branch, diners may choose from sea perch, grass carp, amberjack and a myriad of live prawns. It also prides itself highly on the unmissable 'four beauties' – crispy char siu (pork belly crusted…$$$$$View details
B+32Liang Jia Cai GuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningIts facade may not be grand, but regulars don’t come for the glitz.. Originally a food stall in Changdi Road over 40 years ago, it has moved to a three-story building in the old town of Haizhu district, but the chefs, the menu and the affordable…$$$$$View details
B+33Gu YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSlat wood panels, exquisite bonsai, a soundtrack of a flowing river – it all imparts a Zen-like ambiance. The young chef has extensive experience in plant-based cooking and the single tasting menu features the season's best produce. The course water…$$$$$View details
B+34Beiyuan CuisineGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe national historical site in the heart of the city faithfully replicates details of a Lingnan-style Chinese garden. Inside, diners are wowed by 14 gilded redwood vases with elaborate carvings on all sides. Opened in 1928, it is famed not only for…$$$$$View details
B+35Mian Ji (Yuexiu)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSince 1985, this tiny gem has been specialising in double-boiled soups. The menu boasts some 20 health tonics that are grouped by medicinal properties – some nourish the lungs; others boost energy levels. Those slow-cooked in whole coconuts are…$$$$$View details
B+36Deli Boutique・Uncle De AbaloneGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningIt's a bit out of the way, but the tasty abalone makes the trip here worthwhile. The founder's love affair with the gastropod spans 30+ years. Each one is painstakingly prepared then slow-cooked for 156 hours, resulting in concentrated seafood umami…$$$$$View details
B+37Cheers (Kaichuang Avenue)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual Dining(The restaurant is temporarily closed.) The main dining room on the bottom floor evokes relaxed vibes with sheer curtains and rattan chairs while the upper level houses private rooms exclusively. The private rooms serve a special menu with keenly…$$$$$View details
B+38The LegendGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningAdjacent to a convention centre, the restaurant is spread over two floors with both a main dining area and many private rooms. Bird and flower murals and marble with exquisite veining add to the contemporary Chinese chic. In addition to Cantonese…$$$$$View details
B+39Wen Ji YixinjiGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis joint expanded in 2020, adding a dining room across from the original shop. Its signature Yixin chicken remains the key draw – birds from Qingyuan weighing about 1.8 kg are slow-cooked in a white marinade with herbs and dried scallops, boasting…$$$$$View details
B+40Yun PavilionGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis lavish interior is inspired by the eight categories of Chinese musical instruments, while the Longquan celadon teacups add a touch of refinement. The experienced kitchen team focuses on traditional Cantonese fare, spiced up by the clever use of…$$$$$View details
B+41Li ChâteauGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe romantic and dimly lit dining space is done out in European style, but Lingnan motifs and old-time Guanxi scenes are featured for an eclectic effect. Popular items on the menu include beef tenderloin Wellington with a red wine sauce and the…$$$$$View details
B+42Tao Tao Ju · Ya YuanGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis upscale brand of the restaurant group values exclusivity; its private rooms are perfect for power lunches or friendly get-togethers. The décor features a rose gold and olive green palette, punctuated by Lingnan architectural motifs. The…$$$$$View details
B+43Hai Men Yu Zi Dian (Yanling Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningNext to a glass-walled kitchen where a veritable army of chefs may be seen at work, this high-ceilinged bi-level dining room was remodelled to have entrances on both ends, thereby making it feel even more comfortable than before. It’s essentially an…$$$$$View details
B+44EmmelynGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe head chef honed his skills in New Zealand and Australia before joining Emmelyn. It serves business sets at lunch and a dinner tasting menu that respects the seasons. All of which showcase dishes underscored by French tradition with fresh, modern…$$$$$View details
B+45Ersha No.1Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningSet in an iconic art-themed mall, this restaurant cleverly combines an artsy decor and expansive river views with a mix of traditional and modern Cantonese cuisine. Reserve a booth, or a table on the balcony to take in the vistas. Most dishes are…$$$$$View details
B+46Lingnan Haiyanlou (Binjiang East Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe two chefs previously worked in the kitchens of a prestigious hotel, and their skills are unquestionable – which is why it's so hard to get a table here. Try the "premium trio", which used to be reserved for state banquets: buttery foie gras…$$$$$View details
B+47Xiguan Zhuyuan (Lizhiwan)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThis is not only a noodle shop, but also a factory that makes bouncy noodles for various restaurants in Guangzhou and Hong Kong. These famous strands made with duck eggs are dried outside the shop, which is nestled in a picturesque park. Dried…$$$$$View details
B+48Zhou MenGuangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe room isn’t any different from your typical noodles joint, but its glazed noodles ‘factory’ definitely puts on a great show. Watch the skilful noodle-maker knead the dough with a bamboo pole to develop ultra-bouncy texture. House-made duck egg…$$$$$View details
B+49Rong Yi Fa Niu Za Dian (Yuexiu)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningFor over 40 years, the owner has been insisting on shopping for fresh beef offal daily, painstakingly preparing and braising it in a rich stock made from scratch with beef and lamb bones. His beef bone marrow boasts a creamy texture and is a perfect…$$$$$View details
B+50Famous Cuisine (Tianhe North Road)Guangzhou, Guangdong Province · Casual DiningThe founder has been in the business for over 40 years. Besides traditional Cantonese fare, his group also excels in novelty creations and seafood prepared in myriad ways. Opened in 2006, this location has its own speciality menu. Soy-marinated…$$$$$View details