Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Dalian locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Seafood? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Dalian.
Breakfast: Seafood is Dalian locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 中山, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Seafood and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Seafood veteran near 沙河口, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 开发区, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 中山 old Seafood (20-year veteran); ② 沙河口 trendy Seafood (good ambiance); ③ 开发区 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 星海广场; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 滨海路; ⑥ 海滨文化-themed restaurant; ⑦ Local breakfast joint; ⑧ Night market BBQ; ⑨ Dessert old shop; ⑩ Souvenir shop. Budget: a full day of eating ~200-400 RMB/person.