Xiamen
If you eat out just once in Xiamen, join the queues for this Cantonese culinary masterclass, and then stack up the exquisite dim sum dishes like egg buns,…
Must-see restaurants in Fujian
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Fujian
This bamboo-heavy, riverside restaurant buzzes most nights with groups sharing platters of Chinese dishes such as the local speciality of chicken fried…
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Fujian
It feels like you’re cutting through an elegant alley on the way to somewhere else, but stop at the wooden benches for incredible noodle, fish and duck…
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Lucky Full City Seafood Dim Sum
Xiamen
Authentic and MSG-free dim sum is served in this ever-popular restaurant. Expect to wait at least 30 minutes to get a table.
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Fuzhou
The antiquated spelling of Fuzhou hints at the old-world chic that's obvious as soon as you plonk down on the green leatherette booths and use a pencil to…
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Fuzhou
Fuzhou is famous for its pork-stuffed fishballs and Yonghe has been fine-tuning its delicious recipe since 1934, with six in a bowl of plain soup. Go for…
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Xiamen
If Xiamen starts to wear you down, hide out in this atmospheric Taiwanese coffee shop in an old house near Zhongshan Park. The coffee is brewed with…
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Fuzhou
Near the corner of ‘Seven Alleys', on the edge of the canal, 30ml is almost too cool for Fuzhou. Here you’ll find delicious coffee (¥28 to ¥32), cake,…
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Fujian
The Ān family are well known across town for their Cantonese-style dim sum, which sneaks a few Hakka delights onto the trolley. The xiāmǐ chángfěn (虾米肠粉,…
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Fujian
A former 1920s dance hall for sailors and diplomats, the Black Cat is now an antiques-filled multi-room restaurant with lots of intimate dining options…
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Xiamen
This popular vegetarian restaurant attracts nearly as many devotees as nearby Nanputuo Temple. The tasty soy-based meals are lavishly named and presented…
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Fujian
A little delight is found in this garden cafe where cats roam and an award-winning barista brews his magic. The Western desserts don’t skimp on the cream…
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Fuzhou
This reputable, decades-old vegetarian restaurant has a welcoming outdoor area and a variety of mock-meat dishes. It gets busy with workers at lunchtime…
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Fujian
The sweet Amoy pies are the attraction at Babycat, a dimly lit cafe with wood furniture and feline touches. Go for the red bean or pistachio flavour.
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Xiamen
Since 1945 this humble counter-service diner has filled an unusual craving for sweet local speciality huāshēng tāng (花生汤, peanut soup). Other snacks…
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Xiamen
Shāchámiàn is Fujian’s favourite street noodle dish (¥25), sauced with dried fish, onion and chilli. Which animal protein you choose to add on top depends…
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Fujian
In modern Chongwu, on the busy strip facing the neglected port, Medo is the best of a number of pleasant eateries packed with a younger crowd sipping…
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Fujian
In an area flush with eateries, this Hakka favourite draws a return crowd for its honest, affordable fare. The signature hēimǐzòng (黑米粽, black rice…
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Xiamen
The prime 7th-floor viewing deck in the city also serves decent Fujianese and Hong Kong snacks such as prawn dumplings, sometimes as a buffet. It’s ideal…
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Xiamen
Popular with expatriates is this Italian restaurant run by long-term foreign residents. It feels familiar for homesick travellers, and the atmosphere is…
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Fujian
This fine vegetarian restaurant has clear picture menus and more creativity than the typical faux-meat staples. Try any of the simple rice dishes for…
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Fujian
The stakes are high on Longtou Lu, and the staff at Líjì Mùdān will shout you into a plastic seat for some of that fishball goodness in soup or on a…
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Xiamen
Tǔsǔndòng (土笋冻, sandworm jelly) sounds disconcerting, but the taste is fairly bland (if not for the lashings of mustard, cilantro and bamboo shoots). Try…
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Xiamen
Fujian sweets include zǐcài huāshēng (紫菜花生, sweet seaweed peanuts; ¥20 per bag), liúlián táng (榴莲糖, durian candy) and li hing mui (旅行梅, sugared plum…
