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Authentic Cantonese dim sum in a beautiful, traditional setting.
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Dim Sum Restaurant·Traditional, Ornate, Buzzy
Fanlou (蘩樓) is a standout destination in Shenzhen for those seeking an authentic Cantonese dim sum experience. The restaurant is celebrated for its beautiful interior, designed to resemble a traditional Chinese palace, creating an immersive dining atmosphere. Guests are greeted with a dedicated tea service, featuring fragrant options like Luo Han Guo tea brewed right at the table. The menu focuses on high-quality classics, with reviewers frequently praising the oversized siew mai, fresh prawn dumplings, and crispy dough sticks. While the ordering process primarily uses WeChat and English support is limited, the generous portions and refined flavors make it a favorite for locals and adventurous travelers alike.
Fanlou (蘩樓) is a standout destination in Shenzhen for those seeking an authentic Cantonese dim sum experience. The restaurant is celebrated for its beautiful interior, designed to resemble a traditional Chinese palace, creating an immersive dining atmosphere. Guests are greeted with a dedicated tea service, featuring fragrant options like Luo Han Guo tea brewed right at the table. The menu focuses on high-quality classics, with reviewers frequently praising the oversized siew mai, fresh prawn dumplings, and crispy dough sticks. While the ordering process primarily uses WeChat and English support is limited, the generous portions and refined flavors make it a favorite for locals and adventurous travelers alike.
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Address
118-7 Zhen Hua Lu, 118, Fu Tian Qu, Shen Zhen Shi,Guang Dong Sheng, China, 518037
Phone187 9395 6835
Highlights
Exquisite Chinese palace-style interior decor.
Fragrant table-side tea service with constant refills.
Generously sized siew mai topped with large shrimp.
Authentic Cantonese dim sum served all day.
Affordable pricing compared to nearby Hong Kong.
Time of Day
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Dining, Family, Groups, Locals, Tourists
Reviews
4.5
Excellent128 reviews
Fanlou is widely praised for its high-quality dim sum and impressive traditional Chinese palace-style decor. Reviewers consistently highlight the freshness and generous size of the dishes, particularly the siew mai and prawn dumplings. The tea service is a focal point, with many guests enjoying the fragrant Luo Han Guo tea brewed table-side. While the food and atmosphere receive top marks, several visitors noted a significant language barrier, as there is no English menu and staff generally do not speak English. Ordering is typically done via a WeChat QR code, which can be challenging for international tourists without the app. Despite these hurdles, the restaurant is considered a great value, offering a more affordable alternative to similar dining experiences in Hong Kong.
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Location
118, Shen Zhen Shi, Guang Dong Sheng, China
