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.

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.