B+51Pin Wei Jiang NanNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant on the 50th floor of a hotel tower commands panoramic views of the city. Inspired by the water towns in Jiangnan, the decor melds ancient traditions and modern aesthetics. The large menu features a wide array of choices – mostly…$$$$$View details
B+52Qiang Ye Fan DianNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant comes from humble beginnings as a street hawker stall. Thanks to the unrelenting support of the city's foodies for over 30 years, it has expanded into a two-storey restaurant serving Jiangsu cooking alongside Cantonese favourites…$$$$$View details
B+53Xin Fang YuanNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningNow run by the third-generation owner, this family business opened its doors in 1959. The decor is no great shakes, but authentic old-time Nanjing flavours, generous portions and wallet-friendly prices have won it acclaim. Be sure to try their…$$$$$View details
B+54You MianNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningTrained in Huaiyang cuisine, the owner applies the same level of care to preparing his noodles. Suzhou-style noodles work magic with Nanjing-style marinated meats in his signature beef brisket and tendon noodle soup – incredibly tender meat in an…$$$$$View details
B+55Yi Yuan (Siwangting Road)YangZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningNext to Siwang Pavilion in the city centre, Yi Yuan has ample floor space for the biggest of banquets, and tables are plentiful – meaning customers often don't have to wait for a table. Better still, portions are generous and prices affordable. The…$$$$$View details
B+56Gu Su Qiao (Diyi Tianmen)SuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningTraditional Jiangnan motifs are updated and juxtaposed with modern calligraphy in this simple, elegant restaurant in the old town. The menu showcases Suzhou noodles, with almost 50 different toppings to choose from – try the crab roe noodles in…$$$$$View details
B+57Lao Zhen Yuan (Zhuangqiao Road)SuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningFounded in the late Qing Dynasty and defunct for almost a century, the brand got a reboot in 2016 and moved to the old town in 2023. Set between canals and historical streets, it serves refined Suzhou classics, especially lake fish from nearby Taihu…$$$$$View details
B+58Tong De Xing (Jiayu Fang)SuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningRed columns, tiled roofs and lanterns evoke the quintessence of Chinese architecture. On the menu, Suzhou noodles take centre stage, with Fengzhen-style pork noodles being a highlight (available May-Oct only). The white broth is loaded with umami…$$$$$View details
B+59Le SiècleNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningRemodelled from a heritage building,...$$$$$View details
B+60Jin Jing GeSuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThe elegantly furnished room has an airy feel thanks to the full-length windows that reveal views of the pond. With years at the luxury hotel chain under his belt, the Shanghainese chef imbues Jiangsu classics with new ideas to keep the menu fresh…$$$$$View details
B+61Su Cheng Jia Yan (Ligongdi Road)SuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningPerched on the shore of Jinji Lake, this restaurant champions a modern take on Suzhou cuisine that shows restraint in the use of oil and seasoning. Prices are reasonable considering the scenic setting and remarkable food quality. The signature…$$$$$View details
B+62Yangzhou Yan · Qu YuanSuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningMost of the kitchen team hails from Yangzhou, so it is no surprise that the elegantly appointed restaurant specialises in Yangzhou cuisine. Handmade dim sum is the must-try. Served piping hot, the soup dumpling with crabmeat and crab roe filling is…$$$$$View details
B+63Plum GardenNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis traditionally decorated restaurant has been serving Huaiyang classics to food-loving locals and tourists since 1983. If the extensive menu proves hard to navigate, seek advice from the knowledgeable servers. The signature brine-poached duck is…$$$$$View details
B+65Quyuan Teahouse (Changchun Road)YangZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningLegend has it that Emperor Qianlong visited the private residence of a salt trader in the 18C, naming it Quyuan, meaning "intriguing garden". Nestled in lush greenery by Lake Shouxi, it is now a teahouse that is famous for its Huaiyang fare…$$$$$View details
B+66Ban Ting Jia Yan (Suzhou Industrial Park)SuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant on the shore of Jinji Lake affords stunning views. Live Pingtan and Kunqu performances are a nod to Suzhou culture, but the theatrics continue offstage: The fried sheefish with shrimp roe served in a metre-long plate is quite a…$$$$$View details
B+67Man HoNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningPerched atop a hotel tower, the restaurant commands 270° views of the city and the lake; the room is adorned with modern, stylised Chinese motifs. The menu showcases creative Huaiyang cooking with a unique touch – the classic braised pigeon stuffed…$$$$$View details
B+68Jin Ling Yang Jia Hun Tun Dian (Caodu Lane)Nanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningFor over 30 years, this place has been packed with wonton soup lovers throughout the day. The room has seen better days, but regulars clearly don't consider that a deal breaker. Wontons are wrapped on the spot, cooked à la minute and jazzed up by…$$$$$View details
B+69Wan Tai XingSuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningA whitewashed two-storey building with a tiled roof is home to this reincarnation of a noodle stall founded in 1931. The delightfully ornate interior pays homage to traditional Chinese decor. Suzhou noodles are either served in a soy-based or clear…$$$$$View details
B+70Wan Guo Chun Garden RestaurantNanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis restaurant is famous for its traditional Huaiyang dishes underpinned by intricate knife work as well as precision in cooking temperatures and times – think chrysanthemum tofu, thinly shredded dried tofu with eight treasures, and sautéed…$$$$$View details
B+71Longyin Shanfang (Jiangning)Nanjing, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningThis nature-inspired restaurant in an idyllic setting truly blurs the boundary between nature and culture. Jaw-dropping views can be enjoyed from the main room as well as all private rooms. Depending on the season, there are several set menus, which…$$$$$View details
B+72Xizhou HallSuZhou, Jiangsu Province · Casual DiningInspired by the Classical Gardens of Suzhou, the decor sports slatted floor-to-ceiling windows, pendant lanterns and a view of a koi pond. In addition to cuisine from his hometown, the Yangzhou chef deftly prepares Suzhou dishes and roast duck. His…$$$$$View details