SEAF0OD MASTER

An authentic seafood restaurant, located at the intersection of Southwest Road in Xinghai Square Business District (Zone E). The environment is classy and the service is friendly. Steamed sea urchin, seafood porridge, steamed baby cabbage with garlic vermicelli are all very popular. The seafood is really fresh. I didn't dip it in sauce and just wanted to eat it in its original flavor. Steaming really retains the original flavor and it's not fishy, ​​which is pretty good.

Today is a holiday, so I came to this new restaurant to have a good meal. It's a newly opened branch, haha. Their environment is very nice, the dishes are also delicious, and the taste is great, mainly seafood. I give it a thumbs up. I ordered a bottle of wine, which was quite delicious.

What to eat in Dalian? This article is enough! 📍Seafood Restaurant: A visit to Dalian is a must, as it's packed with local seafood! Conveniently located in Xinghai Square, this long-established seafood steamer restaurant boasts some of the best seafood in Dalian. Locals often host dinners here when their friends visit, as the seafood here is even fatter than what you'll find at the market and each one is incredibly fresh. The steaming process preserves the seafood's original flavor, allowing you to savor the natural flavors without adding any seasoning! The shrimp and crab seafood porridge is their signature dish. The porridge is made by allowing the juices from the various steamed seafood to flow into the rice below. Served with some crispy pickles, it's incredibly delicious. For a Dalian specialty, this is the place to go! 📍Nampodong Meat Shop: This is one of Dalian's most authentic barbecue restaurants. The owner, who studied in Korea, brought the best of both worlds to Dalian. This place's pork belly with pineapple or bamboo shoots is non-greasy and fragrant. The cheese corn, seaweed bibimbap, seafood pancakes, and various grilled meats are all delicious. The decor has a Korean street style, making it a great place for photos and check-in. 📍Yalu River Seafood BBQ Stall: Dalian locals are all familiar with this place. When it comes to seafood barbecue, they think of this place first. Besides barbecue, they also offer a variety of raw and marinated seafood, as well as seafood three-fresh noodles. I really like the spicy stir-fried baby abalone, which is flavorful and delicious. Raw Marinated Female Flying Crab: It melts in your mouth, retaining the crab's original flavor without any fishy smell. It's truly sweet and fresh, and the crab roe is particularly fragrant. Spicy Crayfish: The shell is thicker than crayfish, and the meat is larger and firmer, making it even more satisfying! For main course, order the Clam Rice. Every grain of rice is coated in the seafood sauce, and the sweet, fresh flavor is incredibly satisfying! 📍Changxianlou Sea Urchin Restaurant: Locals go here for sea urchin. The raw, live urchin meat is incredibly fresh and sweet, melting in your mouth, leaving a lingering aftertaste of the ocean. The Braised Sea Cucumber with Screw Peppers features sea cucumber, pork belly slices, and Hainanese screw peppers. It's delicious when mixed with rice! The sea urchin rice is also highly recommended. 📍Xianshengsheng Sushi: For Japanese food in China, look no further than Dalian. Dalian is home to many Japanese companies and a large number of Japanese people working there, resulting in a wealth of delicious and authentic Japanese restaurants. This specialty restaurant, tucked away in a small alley near Zhongshan Square, is a must-visit for entertaining important friends. The restaurant boasts an elegant ambiance, and the ingredients are all fresh and juicy. Dalian's wooden tram stops here, making it a great place for photo ops! Foie Gras Sushi: The rice is still warm in the hand, and the foie gras is rich in fat, melting in your mouth, leaving a lingering aroma. Sashimi: The various types of fish are all fresh, and the thick-cut salmon is rich in fat, tender and delicate, overflowing with freshness and fragrance. It's a truly satisfying experience! The staff are friendly and responsive. They even included a small bag of wasabi, soy sauce, napkins, and chopsticks in your takeaway bag. What a thoughtful touch!

✨3 Days 2 Nights in Dalian, My Experiential Thinking Has Completely Collapsed! 🌊 Sisters! Just got back from Dalian, and my understanding of spending has been completely shattered! The price of a cup of milk tea in Beijing, Shanghai, or Guangzhou can buy you three days of "sea king" living the high life in Dalian! Save this mind-blowing travel guide below 👇 💰 Budget Breakdown (800 RMB per person for a 2000 RMB experience) Accommodation: B&Bs near Qingniwa Bridge or Xinghai Square, only 300+ RMB for two nights! Food: 60 RMB per day for royal dining, sea urchin steamed egg 15 RMB/serving, seafood dumplings 20 RMB/all-you-can-eat, achieving food freedom! Transportation: Mainly by bus and shared electric bikes, less than 100 RMB for three days. Most attractions are free, Xinghai Square, Binhai Road, and Donggang Musical Fountain are all free for taking amazing photos! Student discounts are also available, these prices moved me to tears! 🌄 Itinerary (20,000 steps daily, different itineraries each day) 🏖️ Day 1: City Landmarks + Seaside Romance • 7 AM: Head straight to Xinghai Square to watch the sunrise and feed the seagulls! The largest city in Asia truly lives up to its name; the panoramic view of the cross-sea bridge is like a scene from a movie. Remember to bring breadcrumbs—the flocks of seagulls circling around are incredibly soothing! • **9 AM:** Take some retro-style photos at the Centennial Sculpture. Walk to the Xinghai Bay viewing platform; the azure sea and sky provide a natural filter! Walk 15 minutes to Xinghai Park to stroll on the beach and dig for free crabs! • **12 PM:** Enjoy the amazing seafood stalls next to the park! The steamed sea urchin with egg is so fresh and sweet, garlic scallops are 10 yuan each, and abalone rice is 30 yuan—achieve seafood freedom! • **2 PM:** Enjoy free air conditioning at the Dalian Natural History Museum! The dinosaur skeletons and whale specimens are stunning, and the marine life exhibition hall is cool and photogenic! • **5 PM:** Hike along the "Seaside Boardwalk" to watch the sunset! The 3km stretch from Golden Beach to Silver Beach is incredibly beautiful. Wear a light-colored dress for backlit silhouette photos; the gentle sea breeze is like something out of a romantic drama! 🐬 Day 2: Marine Adventure + European Charm • **8 AM:** Watch the beluga whale show at "Tiger Beach Ocean Park"! The 10:30 AM show at the Polar Aquarium is a must-see, and the underwater ballet at the Coral Aquarium is breathtaking! Remember to buy a package ticket online in advance to save 30 yuan! • **12 PM:** Enjoy seafood at "Fisherman's Wharf"! The seafood stew is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and you can enjoy a European-style sea view for only 60 yuan per person! • **2 PM:** Walk in the clear waters of "Bangchui Island"! A 20 yuan entrance fee allows you to see the State Guesthouse complex, collect seashells on the pebble beach, and take stunning long-exposure photos of the waves from the eastern reefs! • **6 PM:** Gondola ride at Donggang Venice Water City! Secure your spot before the 7:30 PM musical fountain show starts – the light and water show is amazing, and the illuminated European-style buildings make you feel like you've stepped into Italy! 🏯 Day 3: History & Culture + Leisurely Street Shopping • **8 AM:** Carpool to Lushunkou to see the military port park! Take artistic photos in Taiyanggou Old Street, learn about modern history at the museum (free admission), and enjoy refreshing canned yellow peaches on the way back! • **12 PM:** Street food at Dashang Xinmate Food Plaza near Qingniwa Bridge! Dalian-style braised pork (5 yuan/bowl), grilled squid (10 yuan/skewer) – try all the snacks in Liaoning for around 30 yuan per person! • **2 PM:** Shop for souvenirs at the Russian Style Street! Matryoshka dolls and chocolates are half the price of those at tourist attractions! Then head to the Victory Square underground shopping mall to find unique souvenirs! • **At 5 PM:** Watch the light show on the century-old European-style buildings at Zhongshan Square, while the old trams clang and clatter along – a retro and romantic experience for just 2 yuan! 🍜 Food Radar (Eat your way through Dalian 24/7 without going broke!) • Must-try breakfasts: Zhongyuan Snack Street's braised pork belly (crispy on the outside, tender on the inside), grilled cold noodles (the sweet and sour sauce is amazing!), seafood wontons (the soup is so delicious you'll want to lick the bowl clean!)! • Must-try main courses: Haiwei Dangjia Steamed Seafood (authentic flavor), Mou Chuanren Old Restaurant (traditional Dalian taste!)! • Recommended snacks: Jiaotong University Night Market grilled squid, Erlu Bus Station takoyaki (small meatballs), Russian-style street chocolate – eat until you're stuffed for just 20 yuan per person! • Perfect for cutting through the richness: Homemade kvass – a super refreshing treat after seafood! 💡 Money-Saving Secrets That Will Change Your Mind 1. Smart Ticket Savings: Xinghai Square, Binhai Road, and the Natural History Museum are all free! Save 20% on Tiger Beach tickets if you book one day in advance, and get half-price tickets with a student ID! 2. Transportation Boost: Download the "Dalian Metro e-Travel" app and scan the code to ride. Buses are available for 1-2 yuan, and shared trolleys are only 0.5 yuan/hour—better than taking a taxi! 3. Off-Peak Dining: Restaurants in residential areas are 50% cheaper than in scenic areas, and vendors at night markets offer free samples after 6 PM! 4. Accommodation Tips: Choose accommodations in the Qingniwa Bridge or Xi'an Road commercial districts—50% cheaper than sea-view rooms and conveniently located near the subway. Discounts are available for two-night stays! ✅ Travel Bonus Tips • Best Time for Photos: Xinghai Square is less crowded and has more seagulls in the morning; the Donggang Musical Fountain's nighttime lighting is stunning! • Weather Tips: June's average temperature is a comfortable 22-28℃, but the UV rays are strong at the beach, so sunscreen and a hat are essential! • Tips to Avoid: Be wary of taxis taking longer routes; consider ride-hailing services. At seafood markets, clarify the pricing method and bring your own scale for peace of mind! Dalian's prices are even more refreshing than the sea breeze! 🌊 A bowl of mung bean soup, a stretch of sea, a sailboat—you can capture the romance of the entire Bohai Bay for under a thousand yuan! This trip completely cured my "fear of luxury seaside travel"! 💬 Interactive Topic: In which seaside city did you experience a consumer shock? Looking for travel buddies in Dalian in the comments! 👇 #PlacesYouGetAskedAboutOnWeChat #RoadScenery #CityCultureNotes #OffTheRoadDiscovery #CouplesTravel

4 Days 3 Nights Dalian Travel Diary Day 1: Landed around 11 AM. After a quick check-in at the hotel, I had my first meal in Dalian: TEN. Tianyi Cuisine (Highly recommended!! Fresh ingredients, delicious seafood rice, and excellent staff). Then I checked out two coffee shops (Rises Coffee is my top recommendation – their specialty drinks and desserts are amazing 😋). For dinner, I ate at Ji Hongda BBQ. Day 2: At the Qiyi Morning Market, I tried some local specialties, such as seaweed buns, chive boxes, and tofu pudding. The market also sells seafood and fruit. For lunch, I ate at Haiwei Dangjia. In the afternoon, I went to Silver Beach and took the Haida Cableway (Highly recommended; it runs from the north gate to the south gate of the zoo, a 20-minute ride with panoramic sea views). In the evening, I went to Xinghai Square to watch the sunset and feed the pigeons. For dinner, I ate at Zhenghuangqi (Highly recommended; it's a bit pricey, but otherwise perfect, and received rave reviews from my travel companions). Day 3: Dalian Shopping Mall (there's a whole street of food stalls on the first floor, selling chicken frames, noodles, side dishes, sausages, and many other things worth trying). In the morning, we went to Lingjiaowan (based on online recommendations, to photograph the colorful houses; not recommended on bad weather days, as it differs somewhat from the online pictures). We also visited Softree (highly recommended!!! You can sit there all afternoon, and the food is delicious). Day 4: We went to Dalian Shopping Mall again (I ate at some stalls I want to visit again, and bought some local specialties to take home). After checking out of the hotel, we went for a massage to experience the Northeastern bathing culture (Shuiyue Songjian is highly recommended; the environment is great, and the prices are reasonable). After the massage, we went to the mall to eat Wang Huijie's Open-Head Dumplings (as a native of the South, I highly recommend it; the dumpling skin is very chewy, and the sea urchin filling is very fresh). After eating, we went to the airport to catch our flight for moon viewing. Summary: Dalian is delicious and fun; I hope to have the opportunity to go again in the summer. Finally, I'd like to mention the hotel we stayed at: Atour Hotel (Dalian Municipal Government Dongguan Street Branch): Because we were traveling with a large group of family members, we decided to stay at a hotel with good value for money. This was my first time staying at an Atour, and I was truly amazed. I felt that Atour's service (I haven't stayed at other Atour hotels, so I'm not sure about them, but this one was particularly warm and attentive) was exceptional. Every staff member was incredibly kind and clearly had undergone professional service training, even surpassing many five-star hotels I've stayed in. This hotel was recently renovated and very new, convenient for getting around, and only a little over a kilometer from Zhongshan Square. The drinks in the room's mini-fridge (a can of Coca-Cola, two bottles of tea, and two small cookies were all complimentary); the slippers were also very comfortable; and the Atour Planet pillows were simply amazing, I won't go into detail about them 😴 #DalianTourism #DalianFood #AtourHotel @AtourGroup

Dalian, this limited-edition romantic seaside city, is simply a paradise for foodies and photography enthusiasts! Follow this super detailed guide to explore Dalian in 4 days, letting you eat, drink, and play to your heart's content! 📸🦞 🚗Itinerary: Day 1️⃣ One-stop shop for food, drinks, and entertainment ⏰ 09:00 Xinghai Square 📍Address: Zhongshan Road, Shahekou District ✨Dalian's landmark square! Less crowded in the morning, perfect for taking photos, and the sea breeze is incredibly comfortable—every snapshot is an Instagram-worthy masterpiece! 🍽️12:00 Fisherman's Wharf - Time to eat! 📍Address: Fisherman's Wharf, Tiger Beach, Zhongshan District 🔥Must-try: Salmon sashimi ¥98 Sea urchin steamed egg ¥128/serving ⚠️Tips: Be sure to buy the freshest seafood at the fishermen's market near the wharf! 🐬15:00 Tiger Beach Ocean Park 📍Address: No. 9, Binhai Middle Road, Zhongshan District 💫Recommended Show Times: Marine Animal Show 11:00/14:00 (Wear light-colored clothing for photos in the underwater tunnel!) 🌃18:00 Dalian Night Market! 📍Address: Qingniwa Commercial Area, Zhongshan District 🍢Must-Try List: Grilled Squid ¥15/skewer Mengzi (a type of steamed bun) ¥10/serving Oyster Omelet ¥20/serving Day 2️⃣ Seaside Scenery Day Trip 🏖️09:00 Bangchui Island 📍Address: Haixing Road, Ganjingzi District 📸Photo Spots: White Lighthouse Pink Sand Beach (Seasonal Limited Time) (Wear light-colored clothing for great photos!) 🦞12:00 Seafood Extravaganza 📍Address: No. 27, Linfeng Street, Ganjingzi District 💯Must-Try Dishes: Steamed Seafood Set Meal ¥198 Steamed Scallops with Garlic and Vermicelli ¥58 Sea Urchin Dumplings ¥38/serving 🚴15:00 Coastal Road Cycling 📍Starting Point: Tiger Beach Ocean Park ✨Attractions Along the Way: Beida Bridge Coastal Sculpture Corridor Renting an electric scooter is recommended for easier cycling~ 🌌19:30 Donggang Musical Fountain 📍Address: Gangdong, Zhongshan District ⏰Performance Time: Summer 19:30-20:30 Winter 18:30-19:30 Day 3️⃣ Enjoy the Theme Park 🏝️09:00 Jinshitan 📍Address: Jinshitan, Jinzhou District ✨Must-Visit: Turtle Back Rock Golden Coastline Hiring a car is recommended for convenience. 🍤12:00 Jinshitan Seafood Stalls 📍Right by the sea, any stall will have fresh seafood! 💰Around 80 RMB per person, eat your fill! 🎢15:00 Discovery Kingdom 📍Address: Jinshitan, Jinzhou District 🎢Must-Attend: Thunder Chariot Soaring Over the Horizon The nighttime fireworks show is amazing! Day 4️⃣ Relaxing End of Trip 🐼09:00 Forest Zoo 📍Address: Baiyun Mountain, Binhai Road, Xigang District 🐻Star Animals: Siberian Tiger Polar Bear We recommend going in the morning when the animals are more active~ 🍲12:00 Dalian Old Restaurant 📍Address: Victory Square, Zhongshan District 💯Must-Try Dishes: Sweet and Sour Pork ¥48 Three Delicacies Stew ¥38 Sea Cucumber Stir-Fry with Leeks ¥58 📷15:00 Russian Style Street 📍Address: Jinhua Street, Xigang District ✨Shopping Recommendations: Russian Matryoshka Dolls Seashell Crafts 🚆Return Trip Advice: For evening flights, remember to arrive at the airport 2 hours in advance. Zhou Shuizi Airport is a 20-minute drive from the city center~ 📌Travel Tips: 1️⃣ The UV rays at the beach are extremely strong! 1. Make sure to apply sunscreen. 2. Seafood is delicious, but don't overindulge! 3. Comfortable flat shoes are recommended. 4. There's a big temperature difference between day and night, remember to bring a jacket. #DalianTravelGuide #4Days3NightsDalian #SeafoodLovers #DalianMustVisit #CoastalCityTravel