Restaurants
The Guangzhou Yuexiu International Congress Center (GYICC) is located in central Guangzhou, close to Yuexiu Park and Liuhua Road. This area provides quick access to a wide variety of dining options, including Cantonese dim sum, Sichuan cuisine, Japanese dishes, vegetarian choices, and international food. Many restaurants are within walking distance or a short metro/taxi ride away.
Local Tip: Meituan (美团) and Dianping (大众点评) are the most reliable apps for restaurant suggestions and reviews in Guangzhou. Many Western-style restaurants are more common in shopping districts such as Tianhe / Zhujiang New Town.
Breakfast / Dim Sum
- Tao Tao Ju – A classic Cantonese dim-sum house, ideal for morning tea (“yum cha”).
- Yin Ji Rice Noodle Roll – Famous for Cantonese-style rice noodle rolls and light breakfast items.
- Panxi Restaurant – A lakeside Cantonese garden-style restaurant known for traditional dim sum.
- Lian Xiang Lou – Traditional Cantonese bakery and dim-sum establishment.
- Wuyang Congee Shop – Local shop offering Cantonese congee, fried dough sticks, and rice rolls.
Cantonese Cuisine
- Bingsheng Pinwei – A highly regarded Cantonese restaurant known for authentic flavors.
- Guangzhou Restaurant – A well-known brand serving traditional Cantonese dishes and roast meats.
- Tao Tao Ju – Also excellent for lunch and dinner, beyond its dim-sum offerings.
- Panxi Restaurant – Classic Cantonese cuisine in a historic garden setting.
- Hui Xing Lou – A long-standing Cantonese establishment popular among local residents.
Sichuan Cuisine
- Zhe Ba Restaurant – A convenient option for spicy Sichuan-style dishes and sizzling pots.
- Shu Jiuxiang Hotpot – Known for authentic, richly flavored Sichuan hotpot broth.
- Xiao Long Kan Hotpot – A popular chain specializing in traditional Sichuan hotpot.
- Ma Wang Zi – Specializes in spicy dry pots and stir-fried Sichuan dishes.
American / Western Food
- Element Fresh – Western-style salads, steaks, and healthy dishes (located in Tianhe).
- Bravo Burger – A high-quality local burger restaurant.
- Wilber’s – A Western restaurant offering steaks, pasta, and wine.
- The Happy Monk – A popular expatriate-friendly spot offering burgers, pizza, and drinks.
- Boxing Cat Brewery – Craft beer and American-style comfort food.
Japanese / Asian Fusion
- Soodle – Japanese-inspired dishes with vegetarian-friendly options.
- Itacho Sushi – A well-known sushi chain with consistent quality.
- Ajisen Ramen – A convenient choice for ramen and Japanese-style set meals.
- Gyu-Kaku – Japanese BBQ (yakiniku) chain offering grilled meats.
Vegetarian Options
- Qing Chun Pu Men – A highly rated vegetarian restaurant in Tianhe District.
- Fo Yuan Su Shi – Near Yuexiu Park; convenient for GYICC participants.
- Jing Xing Vegetarian – Known for refined vegetarian set menus.
- Zi Jing Yuan Vegetarian – Temple-style vegetarian buffet (Liwan District).
Tip for vegetarian travelers: Many Cantonese restaurants can adapt dishes upon request. You may say: “我吃素” (I eat vegetarian) to request vegetarian-friendly options.
Other Local & Convenient Choices
- Chen Ji Shuan Bao – Local snacks such as rice noodles, wonton noodles, and roast meats.
- Haidilao Hotpot – Internationally recognized hotpot chain with excellent service.
- Mixian Prince – Yunnan-style rice noodles for a simple, quick meal.
- Kungfu Fast Food – Chinese-style fast food chain serving rice and steamed dishes.