Celebrate Romance: Qixi in Guangzhou

By That's Guangzhou, August 22, 2025

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They say love needs no calendar, but when Qixi, the Chinese Valentine’s Day, comes around, Guangzhou turns into a city of romance. 

From skyline dinners, riverside strolls to specially curated experiences, this is the one night when the city wears its heart on its sleeve. 

To help you plan the perfect date, we’ve rounded up the best places and events in town to celebrate Qixi 2025 in true Cantonese style.


Moon's Silvery Gaze 

Grand Hyatt Guangzhou

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Celebrate Qixi with a celestial journey where each dish echoes starlight and romance. From Sichuan-style crispy eel with avocado cheese to tuna tartare with "bursting pearls", flavors sparkle like first encounters. The evening culminates with marbled beef in rich red wine jus, accented by raspberry and balsamic — a vow beneath the stars. An unforgettable night where taste becomes the language of love.

Moon's Silvery Gaze

Price: RMB1,088/two persons

August 29, 6pm-9.30pm

G restaurant, 22/F Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, 12 Zhujiang Xi Lu, Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe, 天河区珠江新城珠江西路12号广州富力君悦大酒店22层G餐厅


Qixi Stars Witness, Love Endures

Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich

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Celebrate this Qixi Festival under the starlight with a romantic and exquisite evening. At 2 On 988 All-Day Dining Restaurant, enjoy a themed buffet featuring freshly sliced tuna, live flame-grilled Wagyu beef, baked lobster, French desserts, and unlimited wines, along with a special ‘Love Seeds’ gift for each couple and a live band performance. For a more intimate experience, La Galerie French Restaurant presents an elegant set menu with French oysters, foie gras terrine, European Angus beef tenderloin, and the option to upgrade to pan-seared Boston lobster, all accompanied by live music. Let the stars witness your everlasting love through every moment and flavor.

Price: from RMB368/person

August 29, 6pm-9.30pm

For Reservations: +8620-3883 8888

Sofitel Guangzhou Sunrich, No.988 Guangzhou Dadao Zhong, Tianhe 广州圣丰索菲特大酒店天河区广州大道988号


Sweet Affection

China Hotel Guangzhou

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Celebrate love this Qixi with Sweet Affection, a specially curated menu for two. Start with XO scallops with mandarin duck and lily lotus root, paired with jellyfish chicken, followed by a rich fish maw and vegetable broth symbolizing lasting vows. Enjoy vibrant salads, crispy sea cucumber, stuffed beef tenderloin, seasonal vegetables, and foie gras fried crescent rice, ending with golden lime caramel glutinous dumplings — a gourmet experience of flavors as heartfelt as your love.

Price: RMB1,314/person (minimum 2 guests, service charge 15%; tea and beverages extra)

August 28 & 29, 11am-2.30pm/6pm-10pm

The Four Seasons, 1/F China Hotel, Guangzhou,122 Liuhua Lu, Yuexiu, 四季中国,中国大酒店1层,越秀区流花路122号


Love on the Palate

InterContinental Guangzhou Exhibition Center

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This Qixi, let romance shine in every detail. From candlelit fine dining and moonlit buffets to soulful Chinese flavors, each venue offers its own expression of love. Enjoy a six-course chef’s creation, share a night of craft beer-paired crayfish, or savor the cozy warmth of home-style dishes, all set against beautiful melodies and romantic decor. Whether whispered over wine or laughter under the stars, each moment is meant for you—turning a simple dinner into a memorable celebration of togetherness. 

Romantic Set Dinner for Two | CHAR Bar & Grill (1/F)

Price: Early Bird: RMB1,688/set (by August 28) 

          Regular: RMB1,988/set 

5.30pm-9pm

Chinese Valentine's Day Dinner Buffet | Café Aqua (2/F)

Price: RMB799/two persons RMB488/person RMB258/child (1.2-1.4 meter in height)

5.30pm-9.30pm

Love in the Air Set Dinner for Two | Canal Luna (4/F)

Price: RMB999/set 

11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30pm-10pm

For Reservation: +86-20-89228888

InterContinental Guangzhou Exhibition Center 828 Yuejiang Zhong Lu, Haizhu 广州保利洲际酒店海珠区阅江中路828号


Hearts Aglow, City in View

The Westin Pazhou

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This Qixi Festival, celebrate love in style at The Westin Pazhou with exquisite dining crafted for two.

Savor fresh sashimi, seasonal seafood, and Qixi-themed delights, all beautifully presented at Canton Bazaar All-Day Dining.

Experience a refined tea-inspired set menu where delicate aromas infuse every dish at Five Zen5es Chinese restaurant.

Share an elevated double set menu or teppanyaki favorites with skyline views as your backdrop at Mai Japanese Restaurant (42F).

An unforgettable evening awaits where fine cuisine and romance meet.

Price: 

- Seafood Buffet Lunch/Dinner: from RMB 380/two persons 

- Qixi Tea-Inspired Set Menu: RMB 520/set 

- Qixi Limited Double Set Menu: RMB 888/set 

- Teppanyaki Course: from RMB 268/set 

For inquiries & reservations: 

Canton Bazaar: +86-20-89181206

Five Zen5es: +86-20-89181226

Mai: +86-20-89181246

The Westin Pazhou, Area C, Canton Fair Complex, No. 681 Fengpu Zhonglu, Haizhu, 海珠区凤浦中路681号广州广交会威斯汀酒店


Love Glow at Dusk 

Langham Place, Guangzhou

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As the sun sets over Al Fresco Italian Restaurant’s terrace, everything is bathed

in a soft golden glow. The Huangpu Stream shimmers under the twilight,

blending with Pazhou’s lush greenery—a perfect setting for romance. This

Chinese Valentine’s Festival, we present two specially curated sharing menus:

the 5-course Love Before Sunset dinner (RMB999/set) featuring premium

dishes like caviar, lobster, and Wagyu tenderloin, and the Romantic

Night menu (RMB688/set) with truffle risotto, grilled seabass, and tiramisu.

The semi-outdoor terrace offers 270° views of the Pearl River New City. Dine

amidst soft candlelight, handcrafted sunset cocktails, and a chef’s surprise gift.

Here, under the stars, love needs no words.

Price:

Romantic Night Menu: RMB688/set

Love Before Sunset Dinner: RMB999/set

August 29, 5.30pm-10pm

For Reservation: +86-20-89163588

Al Fresco 4/F, Langham Place, Guangzhou, No.638 Xingang Dong Lu, Haizhu

意廬·意大利餐厅海珠区新港东路 638 号广州朗豪酒店 4 层


Romance in Every Delicate Bite

Omakase Japanese Restaurant 

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Experience the artistry of Edomae sushi harmonized with Cantonese flavors, as the master chef celebrates the pure essence of land and sea with skillful simplicity.

Price: Lunch set: RMB980/person

          Dinner set: RMB1,380/person

Reservation: +86-18998462939

August 29, noon-2pm/6pm-8pm, 8.30-10.30pm

Omakase Japanese Restaurant, 2/F, Vaperse Hotel Guangzhou, No.5 Jinsui Lu, Zhujiang New Town,Tianhe 鮨源·松岳餐厅天河区珠江新城金穗路5号广州威珀斯酒店2层


Overture of Love

Mercato

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Celebrate the spirit of this Chinese Valentine’s Day with Mercato’s exquisite Overture of Love—a specially curated dinner set for two, available for one night only on August 29. For those who prefer a personalized dining experience, an extensive à la carte menu features a variety of refined options. Since seating is limited, we recommend reserving in advance to enjoy an evening of elegance and romance.

Price: RMB1,314/two persons

August 29, 5pm-10.30pm

For Reservations: +86-20-66818086

Mercato, 8/F K11 Art Mall, No. 6 Zhujiang Dong Lu, Tianhe 莫卡多露台餐厅与酒吧天河区珠江东路6号K11购物艺术中心8楼


Love in the Glow, Flavors to Treasure

Morton's Grille

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This Qixi, celebrate an unforgettable Chinese Valentine’s Day at Morton’s Grille with exquisite cuisine, fine wine, and stunning river views. The specially curated Qixi menu is offered in two exclusive sessions — advanced booking is recommended to secure your table.

Price: RMB1,688/two persons (+10% service charge)

August 29

For reservation:+86-20-87085888

Morton's Grille, L505-603, igc, No. 222 Xingmin Lu, Tianhe 莫尔顿扒房天河区兴民路222号天汇广场L505-603


Love Forged in Fire, Flavors Unleashed

Rewild Restaurant

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Love blossoms as flavors guide you on a journey under the stars. Enjoy a specially curated menu for two in a romantic setting, where every bite becomes a whisper of affection.

Price: RMB1,314/two persons

August 29, 5.30pm-7.30pm/7.45pm-9.45pm

Rewild Restaurant, 1/F Future Community, Tianshou Lu Tianhe 天河区天寿路未来社1层响野


 Chinese Valentine's Day Sweet Special

Happy Monk

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The Chinese Valentine's Day Sweet Special! Come to The Happy Monk, share a heart-fluttering dining experience with your love! Book now, get a free 'Love Gift' – heart-shaped red velvet cake to sweeten your day! 

Price: RMB520/two persons

August 29

For reservation: +86-13416340624 (by August 28, noon)

Happy Monk Jianwu/Kingold/Lumina Guangzhou


Stars Align: Celebrate Qixi

C’MON BABY

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Celebrate Chinese Valentine’s Day with specially curated set menus designed for romance. The Sweet Dinner for Two is priced at RMB699 for early-bird bookings (RMB799 on-site), while the Deluxe Dinner for Two is available at RMB999 for early-bird bookings (RMB1,099 on-site). Early-bird offers are valid through August 28. On Qixi night, couples who purchase either set will also receive a complimentary C’MON BABY Scented Hanging Gift Set (valued at RMB129), adding a thoughtful touch to an evening of love. Secure your table now and make this Qixi one to remember.

Price: The Sweet Dinner for Two Early Bird: RMB699/On-site: RMB799

          The Deluxe Dinner for Two Early Bird: RMB999/On-site: RMB1,099

For reservation: +86-18011856584

C’MON BABY 1/F Yanjiang Plaza, No. 195 Yanjiang Zhong Lu, Yuexiu 越秀区沿江中路195号沿江大厦首层


Romance Embraced by Twilight and Tide

Cages

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For a memorable Qixi celebration, CAGES sets the scene with sweeping 270° river views and an exclusive Lovers’ Set Menu. As twilight falls and the Pearl River shimmers under the city lights, toast to love at one of Guangzhou’s most atmospheric spots. Scan the code to reserve your romantic evening.

Price: RMB298/two persons 

Cages 3-4/F Zhujiang Beer Museum, No. 118 Modiesha Jie, Yuejiang Xilu, Haizhu 凯吉思海珠区阅江西路磨碟沙大街118号珠江啤酒博物馆3-4层


Crush On You

Yoting

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This Qixi, fall in love all over again with Crush on You, a romantic dining experience on August 29. Enjoy the Heartbeat Signal Set for two at RMB299, and receive a complimentary coconut Basque cheesecake with early booking. Elevate the evening with the Signal UP add-ons: for just RMB7.7, enjoy grilled bites, buttered bread, mushroom soup, or select craft beers (repeatable), or upgrade for RMB77 with lamb ribs, beef tongue, or two craft beers of your choice. The night also features the Heartbeat Music Wave, blending delicious food, fine drinks, and music to spark unforgettable moments of love.

Price: from RMB299/two persons

August 29, 11am-1am

For reservation: +86-18028036104

Yoting, Shop 103-104, 1/F, Building R7, Nimble Plaza, Panyu Dadao, Nancun, Panyu 番禺区南村镇番禺大道敏捷广场R楼103-104铺


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