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Shenzhen, China vlog (where to eat, 22 spots with eaters from LA)
Shenzhen Food Guide 22 Spots Michelin Local Gems Light Show
Hi, we’re Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA. In this video, we spend 4 days in Shenzhen eating our way through 22 spots, from Michelin picks to local gems and experience the most immersive light show we’ve ever seen. This is part 1 of 2 parts in Shenzhen!
Chapter 1: 2 Epic meals, Muji Hotel, Upper...
We’re Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA. In this video, we spend 4 days in Shenzhen eating our way through 22 spots, from Michelin picks to local gems and experience the most immersive light show we’ve ever seen. This is part 1 of 2 parts in Shenzhen!<br><br>Chapter 1: Dagefan, Futian Coco Park, Muji Hotel, UpperHills, UpperHills Shops, HEYTEA, UpperHills, 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park, Futian, Mojie Yeshengjun Hot Pot, UpperHills<br><br>Chapter 2: Muji Hotel Breakfast, UpperHills, 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park Hike, Peak Plaza, Lianhuashan, Molly Tea (Moli Naibai), UpperHills, SAANCI (Shan Chi) Coffee, UpperHills, 笔架山 Bijiashan Sports Park, Futian, MixC World, Nanshan, Chuntai (Spring Patio), MixC World, Pop Bakery, MixC World, Amo Shouzuo (Ah Ma Handmade), MixC World, Shenzhen Light Show pt 1, Citizen’s Square, Pickleball, Shenzhen Light Show pt 2 (Riad by the Theatre)<br><br>Chapter 3: Shenzhenwan (Shenzhen Bay), Diandude 点都德, Tiley Central Plaza, Coastal City Mall, Shenzhenwan, Teabydo, Coastal City Mall, Chenpengpeng Chaoshancai, Coastal City Mall, Poly Cultural Center, Shenzhenwan, The MixC Shop, Shenzhenwan, Lihou Chasi, The MixC Shop, Shiopan, The MixC Shop, Wave Square, Shenzhenwan, Mijing Guo, The MixC Shop, Yulian Tea House, The MixC Shop, Hotel Delivery - Hot & Spicy Lobsterling<br><br>Chapter 4: Chaofa Chaoshan Beef Shop, Dongmen, LINLEE Lemon Tea, Dongmen, Chuxianglou Yuedian Tea House, Renmin South Rd, Hun Guozhi, Jinguanghua Plaza, Qiansheng Dessert She, Jinguanghua Plaza, MixC World, Nanshan
Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA, spend 4 incredible days in Shenzhen, eating through 22 spots that range from Michelin-recognized restaurants to hidden local gems. They experience the most immersive light show they've ever seen at Citizen's Square, hike up Lianhuashan Park for panoramic views, and wander through the futuristic UpperHills and MixC World. From hot pot at Mojie Yeshengjun to dim sum at Diandude, and from Chaoshan beef pot in Dongmen to bubble tea at HEYTEA, every chapter is packed with flavor and discovery. This is part 1 of 2 in their Shenzhen adventure.
We’re Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA. In this video, we spend 4 days in Shenzhen eating our way through 22 spots, from Michelin picks to local gems and experience the most immersive light show we’ve ever seen. This is part 1 of 2 parts in Shenzhen!<br><br>Chapter 1: Dagefan, Futian Coco Park, Muji Hotel, UpperHills, UpperHills Shops, HEYTEA, UpperHills, 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park, Futian, Mojie Yeshengjun Hot Pot, UpperHills<br><br>Chapter 2: Muji Hotel Breakfast, UpperHills, 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park Hike, Peak Plaza, Lianhuashan, Molly Tea (Moli Naibai), UpperHills, SAANCI (Shan Chi) Coffee, UpperHills, 笔架山 Bijiashan Sports Park, Futian, MixC World, Nanshan, Chuntai (Spring Patio), MixC World, Pop Bakery, MixC World, Amo Shouzuo (Ah Ma Handmade), MixC World, Shenzhen Light Show pt 1, Citizen’s Square, Pickleball, Shenzhen Light Show pt 2 (Riad by the Theatre)<br><br>Chapter 3: Shenzhenwan (Shenzhen Bay), Diandude 点都德, Tiley Central Plaza, Coastal City Mall, Shenzhenwan, Teabydo, Coastal City Mall, Chenpengpeng Chaoshancai, Coastal City Mall, Poly Cultural Center, Shenzhenwan, The MixC Shop, Shenzhenwan, Lihou Chasi, The MixC Shop, Shiopan, The MixC Shop, Wave Square, Shenzhenwan, Mijing Guo, The MixC Shop, Yulian Tea House, The MixC Shop, Hotel Delivery - Hot & Spicy Lobsterling<br><br>Chapter 4: Chaofa Chaoshan Beef Shop, Dongmen, LINLEE Lemon Tea, Dongmen, Chuxianglou Yuedian Tea House, Renmin South Rd, Hun Guozhi, Jinguanghua Plaza, Qiansheng Dessert She, Jinguanghua Plaza, MixC World, Nanshan
Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA, spent four days in Shenzhen, China, exploring 22 food spots ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to local hidden gems. Their journey kicked off at the world’s first Muji Hotel in UpperHills, where they admired the woody aesthetics and complimentary snacks. They then ventured into the lush greenery of Lianhuashan Park, surprised by how green and futuristic Shenzhen felt—comparing it to Singapore. A highlight was the mushroom hot pot at Moje, where they savored wild mushrooms, free-range Hainan chicken, and even edible spring flowers. The next morning brought a sunrise hike, followed by a visit to a packed coffee shop for a moonlit pear drink. They witnessed drone delivery in action and explored the open-air pedestrian streets of MixC World, their favorite mall. The Yunnan restaurant impressed them with a sour papaya fish pot, and they marveled at the 360-degree immersive light show at Civic Center—complete with a pickleball session beforehand. After moving to a hotel in Shenzhen Bay, they enjoyed classic dim sum at Dian Dou De, a chain since 1933, and declared the baked pork pastry the best bite. They also tried goose, a variety of breads from a bakery, and a massive 2kg crawfish platter. The beef hot pot at Chaofa Chaoshan in Dongmen featured lean, tender cuts and a game-changing beef ball. They ended with a Chinese dessert and a dim sum spot with blue har gow. Overall, the first part of their Shenzhen adventure blew them away with its blend of modern infrastructure, green spaces, and incredible food diversity.
Vic and Jeff, eaters from LA, spent 4 days devouring Shenzhen – from Michelin picks to local dives, a mushroom hot pot that felt like a dream, and a 360° light show that blew their minds. They wandered futuristic malls, hiked green parks, and discovered that dim sum in China is on another level. Part 1 of their Shenzhen food adventure is pure delicious chaos.
Vic and Jeff eat their way through 22 Shenzhen spots, from Michelin dim sum to a dazzling light show, discovering local flavors and futuristic parks.
Shenzhen Food Vlog: 22 Spots, Dim Sum & Light Show | Eat Like Locals
3:31 For a unique stay, book the Muji Hotel in UpperHills—it's the first in the world and offers complimentary snacks and a diffuser. The woody atmosphere is perfect for relaxation.
5:53 When visiting Lianhuashan Park, go during sunset with a drink from a nearby tea shop. The walk is peaceful and offers great views of the city’s greenery.
7:19 At Moje, order the mushroom hot pot with free-range chicken and the hen of the woods skewers. Don't miss the seasonal edible flowers—they add a unique texture.
18:21 The Shenzhen light show at Civic Center is a must-see. Arrive early to find a spot, and consider watching from a second location closer to the buildings for a different perspective.
21:18 For dim sum, Dian Dou De is a reliable chain with many locations. Try the baked pork pastry and the pan-fried leek pancake—they're standouts. Expect to pay around $27 for a feast.
31:12 At Chaofa Chaoshan beef hot pot, ask for half fatty and half lean cuts. Cook the beef for 10-12 seconds, and definitely get the beef ball—it's fresh and flavorful.
3:31 For a unique stay, book the Muji Hotel in UpperHills—it's the first in the world and offers complimentary snacks and a diffuser. The woody atmosphere is perfect for relaxation.
5:53 When visiting Lianhuashan Park, go during sunset with a drink from a nearby tea shop. The walk is peaceful and offers great views of the city’s greenery.
7:19 At Moje, order the mushroom hot pot with free-range chicken and the hen of the woods skewers. Don't miss the seasonal edible flowers—they add a unique texture.
18:21 The Shenzhen light show at Civic Center is a must-see. Arrive early to find a spot, and consider watching from a second location closer to the buildings for a different perspective.
21:18 For dim sum, Dian Dou De is a reliable chain with many locations. Try the baked pork pastry and the pan-fried leek pancake—they're standouts. Expect to pay around $27 for a feast.
31:12 At Chaofa Chaoshan beef hot pot, ask for half fatty and half lean cuts. Cook the beef for 10-12 seconds, and definitely get the beef ball—it's fresh and flavorful.
0:07 Intro and first bites
3:31 Muji Hotel tour
7:19 Mushroom hot pot at Moje
9:30 Morning hike and tea
18:21 Shenzhen light show
21:18 Dim sum at Dian Dou De
31:12 Chaofa Chaoshan beef hot pot
35:44 Farewell and part 2 teaser
0:33 Dagefan, Futian Coco Park
3:26 Muji Hotel, UpperHills
4:35 UpperHills Shops
5:02 HEYTEA, UpperHills
5:58 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park, Futian
7:16 Mojie Yeshengjun Hot Pot, UpperHills
8:54 Muji Hotel Breakfast, UpperHills
9:33 莲花山 Lianhuashan Park Hike
10:59 Peak Plaza, Lianhuashan
11:17 Molly Tea (Moli Naibai), UpperHills
11:41 SAANCI (Shan Chi) Coffee, UpperHills
12:24 笔架山 Bijiashan Sports Park, Futian
13:36 MixC World, Nanshan
13:51 Chuntai (Spring Patio), MixC World
16:33 Pop Bakery, MixC World
17:30 Amo Shouzuo (Ah Ma Handmade), MixC World
18:22 Shenzhen Light Show pt 1, Citizen's Square
19:56 Pickleball
20:33 Shenzhen Light Show pt 2 (Riad by the Theatre)
20:50 Shenzhenwan (Shenzhen Bay)
21:26 Diandude 点都德, Tiley Central Plaza
24:01 Coastal City Mall, Shenzhenwan
24:29 Teabydo, Coastal City Mall
24:41 Chenpengpeng Chaoshancai, Coastal City Mall
26:00 Poly Cultural Center, Shenzhenwan
26:16 The MixC Shop, Shenzhenwan
26:41 Lihou Chasi, The MixC Shop
27:46 Shiopan, The MixC Shop
28:41 Wave Square, Shenzhenwan
29:03 Mijing Guo, The MixC Shop
29:21 Yulian Tea House, The MixC Shop
30:14 Hotel Delivery - Hot & Spicy Lobsterling
31:02 Chaofa Chaoshan Beef Shop, Dongmen
32:48 LINLEE Lemon Tea, Dongmen
33:18 Chuxianglou Yuedian Tea House, Renmin South Rd
34:11 Hun Guozhi, Jinguanghua Plaza
34:51 Qiansheng Dessert She, Jinguanghua Plaza
35:27 MixC World, Nanshan
What was your first impression of the Muji Hotel?
We loved it – very woody, like a forest. The diffuser and complimentary snacks made it special.
What was your favorite dim sum dish at Dian Dou De?
The baked pork pastry was incredible – buttery, savory, and not too sweet. Totally different from the ones in New York.
How was the Shenzhen light show?
It was fully immersive, 360 degrees, with about 50 buildings coordinated. So orderly that everyone sat down to watch.
What did you think of the hot pot at Chaofa Chaoshan?
The beef ball was a game changer – not processed, just pounded beef, super flavorful. And the lean beef cuts were tender on their own.
