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Top 50 Must-Visit Restaurants in Zhongshan [2025]
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Xiangshan Restaurant
4.8
/5
76 reviews
Cantonese Cuisine
From $21.00
9.5 km from downtown
Address: No.167 Caihong Avenue, Zhongshan China
Highlights:
A quality Cantonese restaurant with a Lingnan courtyard that exudes cultural charm
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The architectural layout is unique and very Lingnan style. The private room area is set in the garden, with small bridges, flowing water, and trees and flowers. The waiters are in place and greet you with a smile. The service attitude is good! It is very enjoyable to dine here. The environment is good. You can enjoy the garden while eating. I recommend you to try it.
The taste is good, and the environment is even better. It feels like eating in a big house. Every dish is very exquisite, but the rice worm is still hard to eat. It’s not that the food is not good, but I don’t dare to eat it when I see the worm.
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Shi Qi Lao(Zhang Xi)
4.1
/5
563 reviews
Cantonese Cuisine
From $14.00
Shiqi District | 2.6 km from downtown
Address: 36 Kanghua Road, Zhongshan China
Highlights:
A local powerhouse that draws long lines, serving signature Zhongshan cuisine that's flavorful and delicious
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A very famous place, you have to check in from time to time and eat authentic food, especially the Wangcai fried dough, which is not only beautiful, but also tastes great, glutinous but not sticky, a must-order when you go. Nice environment, comfortable
The hotel we stayed in was opposite Shiqi Lao. We arrived at 5-6pm on Friday. We were afraid of queuing so we came in to eat first.
[Mint] Environment:
The floor was high and the hall was large. It was comfortable to sit, but the distance between the tables was a bit narrow. It would be better if they were a little wider.
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There were many waiters and the dishes were served quickly
"Famous Shiqi Pigeon", "Pineapple Bun", "Wangcai Fried Dumpling", "Fragrant Spicy Bean Curd Skin", "Fish Bun in Soup", "Braised Large Intestine" were all delicious, but the portion was a little small. "Salt-baked Pigeon Heart and Kidney" was a little salty
In general, the products were good, and the average price per person was 87
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崖口煲仔饭
5.0
/5
34 reviews
Fast Food
From $5.00
The Museum of Dr.Sun Yat-sen/Yakou | 18 km from downtown
Address: 广澳高速佬少爷窑菜研究所西100米
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A well-known claypot rice restaurant with generous portions, fresh flavors, and exquisite preparation
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I heard it is an old shop. I like the taste of it very much and often bring friends to eat there.
The romance of autumn and winter in Zhongshan is hidden in these 4 "zero-complaint" autumn viewing spots 🍂, 100% photogenic, don't miss out, you'll have to wait another year!
1. Jinzhong Lake Park · Caramel-colored Bald Cypress Forest
· 🏞️ Key attractions: Lakeside hike, caramel-colored bald cypress trees, a hidden water forest
· 📸 Photogenic scenes: The reflection of the colorful cypress forest in the water, strolling along the lakeside trail, picnicking by the lake
· ⏰ Best viewing period: Late December to early February
· 📍 Address: Jinzhong Lake Park, Xin'an Village, Zhongshan City
· 💰 Estimated cost: Free admission
Every late autumn and early winter, the bald cypress trees at Jinzhong Lake transform into caramel and orange-red hues, like a spilled palette 🎨. Sunlight filters through the feathery leaves, creating a dreamlike interplay of light and shadow! Grab a stroll and wander slowly along the approximately 12-kilometer lakeside greenway. Every step reveals a new vista—it's incredibly soothing.
✨ Travel & Photography Tips:
· Navigation: We recommend navigating to "Jinzhong Lake Big Stone." Walk from the northwest reservoir dam, and you'll soon see the cedar forest.
· Best Time: Morning light is soft, perfect for capturing the translucent layers of the cedar forest; afternoon light is warm and comfortable, ideal for a walk.
· Photo Opportunities: Quietly enjoy the view from a pavilion or bench by the lake, or find an open grassy area for a picnic—easily capture stunning atmospheric photos.
2. Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Festival - Annual Intangible Cultural Heritage Flower Sea Feast
· 🏞️ Key Highlights: 350 acres of chrysanthemum sea, intangible cultural heritage chrysanthemum art landscaping, cultural market
· 📸 Photogenic Scenes: 25-meter-tall "Chrysanthemum Goddess," a sea of thousands of chrysanthemum varieties, and an ancient-style intangible cultural heritage market
· ⏰ Best Viewing Period: November 28 - December 15 (Exhibition period in 2025)
· 📍 Address: Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Garden, Zhongshan City
· 💰 Estimated Cost: 20 RMB Monday to Friday, 30 RMB Saturday and Sunday (Free admission for some groups)
This is a visual feast of national intangible cultural heritage! This year's theme is "Rising Tide in the Bay Area, Fragrant Chrysanthemum City," featuring a magnificent sea of flowers composed of nearly 1,000 varieties and 300,000 pots of chrysanthemums across 350 acres of exhibition space. A must-see landmark is the 7-meter-tall lakeside "Chrysanthemum Goddess" sculpture, elegant and dynamic.
✨ Sightseeing & Photography Tips:
• Eight Areas: Besides the sea of flowers, there are chrysanthemum art installations, cultural exhibitions, and a food market. It's recommended to allocate at least half a day for this.
• Unique Experiences: Enjoy local chrysanthemum banquets and crispy grass carp banquets, and stroll through the Breeze Market, a blend of camping and coffee – a truly enriching experience.
• Ticketing Information: Residents of Xiaolan, children under 12, and seniors over 70 years old can enter for free. Remember to bring valid identification.
3. Banfu Ecological Park – Zhongshan's Version of the "Altay" Grassland
* 🏞️ Key Highlights: Expansive lawns, forests and ancient architecture, a secluded hidden gem
* 📸 Photogenic Scenes: Running on the lawn, strolling through the forest, taking photos in the modern Chinese-style architecture
* ⏰ Best Time to Visit: Suitable year-round, with cool autumn weather
* 📍 Address: Banfu Ecological Park, Zhongshan City (Navigation to the specific name is recommended)
* 💰 Estimated Cost: Free admission
A little-known park, hidden away by locals, it's known as "Zhongshan's Altay" due to its expansive lawns, forests, and rustic architecture. With few tourists and a tranquil atmosphere, it's perfect for a relaxing, refreshing escape.
✨ Travel & Photography Tips:
* Style Recommendation: Wear light-colored, forest-themed, or outdoor-style clothing for stunning photos against the backdrop of the lawn or forest.
• Related Activities: You can stop by the nearby Shisanqing Wharf riverside market to experience the fun of buying fresh river delicacies, then have them cooked at a nearby restaurant for a delicious lunch.
4. Nanlang Yaikou Village • A Pastoral Paradise at the Confluence of Fresh and Saltwater
• 🏞️ Key Attractions: Golden rice paddies (depending on harvest time), coastline, seafood delicacies
• 📸 Photogenic Scenes: Rice paddy scenery, coastal dikes, beautiful sunsets
• ⏰ Best Viewing Period: November-December (pay attention to the period before rice harvest)
• 📍 Detailed Address: Yaikou Village, Nanlang Subdistrict, Zhongshan City
• 💰 Estimated Cost: Free admission, meals approximately 50-100 RMB per person
Yaikou Village, nestled between mountains and the sea, is a land of fish and rice at the confluence of fresh and saltwater. In autumn, if you visit before the rice harvest, you can see a vast expanse of golden rice paddies. What's even more appealing here is the relaxed rural atmosphere and stunning coastline, perfect for cycling, walking, or simply relaxing.
✨ Travel & Photography Tips:
· Must-Try Food:
· Yaikou Claypot Rice: Choose your own ingredients; crispy rice crust at the bottom—a local specialty.
· Yaikou Wontons: Thin skin, delicious filling, and a sweet and savory broth.
· Autumn Seafood: Autumn is the season for plump crabs; try seasonal river delicacies like baby crabs and yellow crabs.
· Itinerary Suggestion: Consider combining this trip with nearby Zuobu Village (an artistic ancient village) and Cuiheng National Wetland Park (birdwatching) to create a one-day autumn tour.
Summary and Route Suggestions
These four places have distinct styles; you can choose according to your preferences:
· For stunning autumn colors and great photos: Jinzhong Lake Bald Cypress and Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Festival are top choices.
· For those who prefer off-the-beaten-path destinations and relaxation: Banfu Ecological Park and Yaikou Village will not disappoint.
If you'd like to combine your visits, consider this itinerary:
Morning: Stroll and take photos at Banfu Ecological Park.
Noon: Enjoy fresh river seafood near Shisanqing Wharf.
Afternoon: Drive to Jinzhong Lake Park to watch the bald cypress trees at sunset.
(The Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Festival and Yaikou Village are in different areas; it's recommended to allocate half a day to a full day for each.)
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煲煲掂风味煲仔饭餐厅(西区店)
3.2
/5
79 reviews
Fast Food
From $7.00
Xingzhong Plaza/Sunwenxi Road | 3.3 km from downtown
Address: 香山大街下闸新村2栋
Highlights:
A well-established restaurant that has been around for decades, its Cured Meat Claypot Rice is famous for its incredible aroma
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There is a Chongqing Chicken Pot nearby, absolutely a prime location. It is a newly opened small shop with a clean and beautiful environment, so I decided to dine there on the spur of the moment. The opening promotion group purchase of the double chicken pot set meal, originally priced at 91 yuan, was reduced to 29 yuan, which is very affordable!
It's delicious. It seems that everyone comes to eat squab, but I don't dare
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Haohuiyinshi
4.2
/5
59 reviews
Snacks
From $3.00
Xingzhong Plaza/Sunwenxi Road | 2.6 km from downtown
Address: No. 3, Dajidi, Nanji Road Pedestrian Street
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An authentic traditional breakfast shop, its signature meatball congee has a smooth and velvety base.
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This is a time-honored shop that existed before the founding of the People's Republic of China. It has been run by three generations and is a neighborhood business. The family-made meatballs have been popular for half a century, and many diners come here specifically to take away! The hand-made meatballs are solid and full, and the taste is beyond imagination. They are mixed with chopped mushrooms and have a hint of umami.
The beef wontons are very authentic. The rice noodle rolls are also delicious.
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Aiqun Food Shop
4.6
/5
121 reviews
Cantonese Cuisine
From $7.00
South District/Zhongshan Mansion Garden | 5.7 km from downtown
Address: 25-27 Yintan 2nd Road (turn of local tax)
Highlights:
A treasure for experiencing morning tea culture, with all dim sum handcrafted
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The taste is very good, authentic Cantonese flavor, suitable for everyone. Many people go to the store in the morning to drink tea, chat and have fun. The variety is diverse and colorful, the price is not expensive, and the general public, whether young people or the elderly, likes it.
Because it is not far from home, I often visit it. The authentic Guangdong morning tea is delicious and exquisite, but also very different from what I imagined. It is not like the morning tea in a big restaurant, but belongs to the food stalls! The consumption is medium, not high or low. There are many people on holidays, and it is difficult to get a seat. I won’t mention the service. A group of aunties, those who have eaten in Guangdong food stalls know what the aunties are. In short, it is okay and worth tasting.
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chill cafe
5.0
/5
5 reviews
Coffee Shops
From $5.00
Banfu Town, Shenwan Town | 4.6 km from downtown
Address: 广东省中山市长江村二环路绿华园艺园内1卡
Highlights:
A cafe perfect for dates, with a great view of the lush green mountains.
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Stop by and check in at a cafe on the mountain, “山chil” in Dongqiao District, Zhongshan City.
Let’s come and sit and sip coffee on the mountain, enjoy the view, and breathe in the fresh air!
This place doesn’t just have fragrant coffee, but also has cool breezes, beautiful views, and great photo spots that will give you a feeling like you’ve fully recharged your energy.
They say that “good alcohol isn’t afraid of 巷子深” (deep 巷子). Good coffee is the same. Even if you’re on the mountain, people will still follow you!
Do you want to escape the chaos, stretch your legs, play a light game, take cool photos, and sip your favorite cup of coffee?
This place has everything you need!
Hurry up and invite your friends to check in.
#Have you had coffee today? ☕
#山chill #ZhongshanEastCafé #MountainCafe #TakeGoodPhotos #SipCoffeeAndEnjoyTheWind
It really feels like being away from the hustle and bustle of the city and in nature. The coffee is very good. I don't want to leave after sitting for a while.
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HONG RI RESTAURANT
4.4
/5
74 reviews
Cantonese Cuisine
From $12.00
14.2 km from downtown
Address: 裕隆三路70号对面
Highlights:
Renowned local restaurant specializing in crispy grass carp, with tender crispy fish that amazes with every bite
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I went on a business trip to Zhongshan with my colleagues and stopped by to eat this crispy carp fillet. It was my first time eating this kind of fish and I was fascinated by the crispy fish meat.
"Steamed fish belly with black bean sauce" The fish belly is relatively fat, crispy and delicious.
"Fish bones with pepper and salt" The fish bones are fried very fragrant, and the taste of pepper and salt is also good.
"Fresh crispy meat Anhui fish fillet" The fish fillet is really delicious, crispy, not fishy at all. Super delicious.
"Crispy meat carp balls" Relatively speaking, the fish balls are average.
"Shiqi pigeon" The pigeon is also very delicious. I thought two were too many at first, but after a bite, I felt that I could finish two by myself.
Overall, the environment of this restaurant is average, but the food is really delicious.
The restaurant is located in Dongsheng Town, Zhongshan City, the hometown of crispy grass carp in China. We came here because of its reputation. The environment is good. The hall is almost full of people. We sat in the room to avoid the noise. I recommend the one fish four dishes set meal. The steamed fish belly with black bean sauce is crispy and sweet, the salt and pepper fish bones are crispy and delicious, the boiled fish fillet and fish balls are sweet and refreshing, and finally a bowl of fish intestines and fish oil fried rice, which is really delicious.
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seasonal tastes
4.2
/5
41 reviews
Buffets
From $27.00
Dengdu Old Town | 21.5 km from downtown
Address: 同兴路98号中山利和威斯汀酒店59楼
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Enjoy an abundant buffet from the 59th floor with views of the ancient town
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The buffet here is OK. At least the presentation is pretty good. Sometimes they will cut the food for you, so you don't have to think too much and you can eat well.
I checked in at the buffet at the tallest building in Zhongshan, Lihe Westin, during the New Year. The environment is first-class, the scenery is beautiful and you can see the scenery of Xijiang River. The buffet has a rich variety and tastes great, especially the stew, pizza, barbecue, and sushi. The taste is also outstanding🉐🉐🉐
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ILPONTE
5.0
/5
8 reviews
Western-style
From $22.00
Lihe Plaza Area | 1 km from downtown
Address: 58th Floor, Hilton Zhongshan Third Road
Highlights:
A high-floor Western restaurant with a romantic atmosphere and beautiful city views
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A friend from Hong Kong came to Zhongshan and really wanted to eat Western food. Finally, he chose the Zhongshan Hilton Hotel, and he had an unexpected surprise! The restaurant already has a strong Christmas atmosphere...the smoked salmon salad is very delicious! The mushroom soup is reserved as the original flavor of mushrooms, which can only be described in one word... The waiter Carissa served Zuo Wodi very politely. I really like this young and energetic little girl... Thank you for the hospitality, and I will come again next time! ! !
Good products, good food, beautiful environment, attentive service, I will go there when I have time.
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