The Place
Nestled in the bustling heart of Luohu, close to MixC Shopping Mall and beneath the shadow of the Grand Hyatt, sits Bofei Yuepin. Behind this Canton-fusion-inspired restaurant is the same group responsible for Shenzhen clubbing institution Face, with Bofei Yuepin marking their first foray into the culinary world. Upon entering the third floor, patrons are greeted by huge tanks of fresh fish before turning into a modern dining room with ample seating for groups. Hanging above the patrons is a series of curved, colored glass neatly arranged to resemble a school of fish.
The Food
Soon after taking our order, attentive wait staff brought out an exotic pair of dishes – jellyfish with red vinegar (RMB68) and fried frog legs with pepper salt (RMB88). The jellyfish had a surprising crunch while the frog was seasoned with the perfect blend of salt, pepper, and spice to make eating the fiddly legs worthwhile.
The highlight was the poached brisket in clear broth (RMB168), made by slow cooking Australian Angus beef. The end result is incredibly tender meat that had us coming back for repeated helpings. And we couldn’t enjoy Cantonese cuisine without a classic staple – assorted steamed veggies (RMB118).
Even after all that we were still hungry, so it was welcomed when our dessert arrived: egg whites with almond juice (RMB30). Don’t be fooled by the name, this gym-friendly dish was both tasty and healthy.
The Vibe
Incorporating Western techniques to cook classic Cantonese dishes, as well as having an English and Chinese menu makes ideal for both Chinese and foreign diners looking to try satisfying local flavors heightened by Western cooking methods.
Price: RMB150-250
Who’s going: small groups, party people
Good for: taking out clients, lovers of contemporary cuisine
Nearest metro: Grand Theatre (Exit C3), 8 minutes
Open daily, 11.30am-10.30pm. See listing for Bofei Yuepin.
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