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Baoan | Coffee shop | Shenzhen
Moon Ke Coffee Is My Favourite Spot in Bao’an, Shenzhen
Moon Ke Coffee on a Baoan crossroads serves fair coffee and a floral atmosphere ten minutes from Lingzhi station.
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Bar | Beer review | Cocktails | Futian | Shenzhen
Shenzhen Nightlife Guide: Where to Party in Coco Park
Coco Park is a bar street in Shenzhen with bars like Solo, Zazoo, Shark and Azzurro.
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CBD | Coffee shop | Futian | Shenzhen | Western food
Mr. Walden’s Coffee: My First Choice in Coco Park
Review of Mr. Walden Coffee behind Coco Park mall. Great lattes, quiet professional vibe, outside seating, cakes around 45 RMB, and prompt service.
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Coffee shop | Luohu | Review | Shenzhen
All You Want – Best Commercial Coffee Shop in Shenzhen?
Vibe relaxed, quiet, quality Price affordable Location All You Want Hotels nearby Sichuan Hotel, Ji Hotel I have a confession, I normally don’t review coffee shop chains and All You Want is just that. In its defence though it does not have that commercial vibe or feeling at all. I have been two of it’s stores in…
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The Crazy Coconut Bar – A Unique Bar Experience In Shenzhen
There is a crazy bar in Shenzhen that is not quite like any other. It’s operated by Matt who is both businessman and local legend in the nightlife and party event scene. He has a strong loyal crowd of friends and patrons, who are as unique and friendly as The Crazy Coconut Bar and Matt…
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(Moved) Up Bug – Best Burger Bar In Longhua, Shenzhen
Location Baishilong （白石龙）in Longhua district, Shenzhen has a great place to eat that not everyone knows about, but you should. If you like burgers, with a beer or a cocktail on the side you need to know this place. I think for burgers and drinks it has to be one of the best restaurants in…
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Changed | Coffee shop | Futian | Review | Shenzhen
(Changed) Echo PM – Best Coffee Shop & Cafe in Shenzhen, Shuiwei (水围)
Echo PM I’m back in Futian and Shuiwei (水围) again for one of my favourite coffee shops in Futian. Yes I know I always say that but you have to believe because it is. Echo PM is not a place I go to enough. That is no fault of its own, it just there are…
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(Closed) Cafe Society in Shuwei (水围) Shenzhen, Venue for Lovers of Music
If you think its easy to find a music bar that fits your taste in Shenzhen’s nightlife scene, I would say you are wrong. Cafe Society and the owner Mantis, goes to great lengths to provide a diverse range of singers, artists, and musical styles. So straight up if you’re looking for a place to…
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(Closed) Ben’s Bar – Cheap Cocktails On the street
Who said you have to go to a brick and mortar bar to have a good cocktail.The answer is you don’t have to. There’s a place in Hong Shan. That has an awesome street cocktail bar. The place is called Ben’s bar. Location If you are in the Hongshan Area, Longhua Shenzhen (China) pop into…
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Coffee shop | Food | Nanshan | Review | Shenzhen
Lotiko – Best Coffee Shop In Nanshan, Shenzhen?
Vibe relaxed, cool, quality Lotiko People think that you need go to Futian or some of the fancier parts of Nanshan like Shekou, for great coffee shop or cafe, but they are wrong. There is a family run coffee shop called Lotiko. It’s been open for about a year. The coffee shop itself is attached…
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ThirstyGuide Reader Walked Into A Music Bar in Shenzhen
Working on a blog or any long project can seem like a waste of time. Well I’m here to tell you its not. I have always had the philosophy, if one person reads to a post and it touches them in a positive way then all the work of building this site and posting on…
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(Closed) Rong Li (戎里）- One of my favourite Bars in Shenzhen
Rong Li (戎里） Happy New Year everyone, took a bit of break but looking forward to lots of posting and reviews in 2025. This the first post review of 2025, sorry for the delay. You don’t have to go to a club in Coco Park while your Shenzhen to have a good time. I was…
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Asian food | Food | Futian | Lunch | Restaurant | Review | Shenzhen
Redang One of The Best Malaysian Restaurants In Shenzhen
Location Redang has two locations in Futian district, both in Shuiwei The original location has been open for over 10 years and has to one of the best restaurants of its kind in Shenzhen, This the he original restaurant is super convenient and right behind Fumin subway Station. . The newer Redang shop, not surprisingly…
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Halloween Parties In Shenzhen 2024
Halloween is not a traditional holiday in China, but it’s still pretty popular in Shenzhen although not as much as in other cities like Shanghai and Hong Kong which take it to another level. That said Shenzhen Halloween was a lot of fun too. I went to a few of my favourite locations I went,…
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Coffee shop | Futian | Review
Bakers Base
If you have been in China for any time you will have seen how Chinese coffee consumption has exploded. You certainly don’t have to go to Beijing, Guangzhou or Shanghai in 2024 to find a great bakery or Chinese coffee shop. China has become a Mecca for such brands as Starbucks, Luckin Coffee and other…
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Cement One of the Best Cocktail Bars in Shenzhen
Vibe chilled, cozy, quality Location Walk 8 min from Meicun station Hotels nearby 7 Days, The LA Hotel, xana hotel, Kaimeilai Hotel, Venice Hotel Finding the place Nestled in a side street of Shangmeilin, Futian, which is just in arms reach of Hong Kong, is a beautiful speakeasy style cocktail bar called Cement. Tucked away…
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Bar | Closed | Futian | Restaurant | Review
(Closed) Discover Borra & Chera: Live Music Venue Haven in Futian, Shenzhen Bar & Pub Review
Introduction It’s the 4th of January 2024, and though I feel a tad old, I’m thrilled to kick off the year by sharing my newest discovery: Borra & Chera in Futian. By now, this vibrant live bar and restaurant has celebrated both its soft opening and official launch. Let me tell you upfront: You don’t…
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Exploring Shenzhen’s Vibrant Bar Scene: RMK (Rex, Mantou, Kai)
Introduction In Shenzhen, China, there’s a lot to do and see. It’s one China’s largest cities, and it’s known for its vibrant nightlife and diverse it’s entertainment scene. With an estimated 20 million people, Shenzhen boasts a variety of commercial and entertainment hubs, each offering unique experiences. Among the many bars that have stood the…
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DAB haus is the Future of Coffee Shops in China – Not Starbucks/Luckin Coffee
Vibe coolest place, open, laid back Price affordable Location Futian Apark The Chinese coffee scene has undergone an incredible transformation in the last decade as coffee has become the favourite drink of those in the larger cities. China has established itself as the leading branded coffee shop market worldwide, boasting a thriving coffee culture that…
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“Wine is sunlight, held together by water.”
– Galileo Galilei
There’s more than 1300 coffee shops in Futian district alone.
Shenzhen boasts a dynamic coffee culture, teeming with cafes throughout Futian District. The scene fresh and exciting, fueled by the city’s entrepreneurial ethos.
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