Why eat barbecue when heading to Shenzhen?
Shenzhen has an extremely high density of barbecue restaurants. The same thick-cut pork belly that costs around ¥100 per person in Shenzhen will set you back at least HK$250 in Hong Kong; Japanese barbecue chains (such as Yakiniku LIKE) offer meals for ¥41 to ¥100, a level of value that Hong Kong simply cannot match. Below, we've organised 10 real restaurants by three checkpoint districts (Luohu, Futian, Nanshan/Shenzhen Bay), covering both Korean and Japanese styles. The information is compiled from OpenRice Shenzhen and mainland platforms, with prices shown as per-person spending ranges.
1. Luohu District: Most convenient from Luohu Checkpoint
Stone Cave Korean BBQ (Luohu Baoneng Global Hui)
A Korean barbecue spot in the Sungang area, known for thick-cut pork belly and Korean side dishes, with per-person spending of ¥41 to ¥100 — great value. Address: Baoneng Global Hui, Sungang, Luohu District, Shenzhen; Transport: Sungang Station, Line 7.
Xijing All-You-Can-Eat Korean BBQ (Dongmen Xinyuan Road Branch)
Buffet-style Korean barbecue with unlimited meat and side dishes — perfect for big appetites. Per-person spending ¥101 to ¥150. The same brand also has branches in Futian Link CentralWalk, Shixia Times Square, and Nanshan. Address: Xinyuan Road area, Dongmen, Luohu District, Shenzhen; Transport: Laojie Station, Lines 1/3.
Yakiniku Manpuku (Jincheng Building)
A Japanese barbecue restaurant near Guomao Station with an upscale approach and a wide selection of wagyu cuts. Per-person spending ¥151 to ¥300. Address: Jincheng Building, Guomao, Luohu District, Shenzhen; Transport: Guomao Station, Line 1.
2. Futian District: Huaqiangbei / Shopping Park Area
Beicun Korean Cuisine (AVIC City Junshang)
Korean food and barbecue in the Huaqiangbei commercial area, with a spacious setting ideal for group dining. Per-person spending ¥101 to ¥150. Address: AVIC City Junshang Shopping Centre, Huaqiangbei Road, Futian District, Shenzhen; Transport: Huaqiang Road Station, Line 1; Huaqiangbei Station, Line 7.
Han Niu Da Shu (Yannan Road)
Specialising in Korean beef and thick-cut meats, with great-value set meals — the "Carnival Premium Set for 2–3 people" is ¥238 (original price ¥446, about 54% off). Per-person spending ¥101 to ¥150. Address: Yannan Road, Futian District, Shenzhen; Transport: Huaqiangbei Station, Line 7; Yannan Station, Line 2.
Nan Jia Fu (AVIC City Junshang)
A Korean home-style restaurant in the same mall, focusing on hot pots and barbecue, with per-person spending of ¥41 to ¥100 — an entry-level option in Futian District. Address: AVIC City Junshang Shopping Centre, Huaqiangbei Road, Futian District, Shenzhen.
Yakiniku LIKE (One Avenue)
A popular Japanese "solo barbecue" chain with one grill per person; set meals cost under ¥41 to ¥100 — quick, clean, and you won't wait too long for a table. Address: One Avenue, Futian District, Shenzhen; Transport: Gangxia North Station, Line 11; Shopping Park Station, Line 1.
3. Nanshan District / Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint Area
Dongdong BBQ · Dai Pai Dong (Raffles City)
A Korean-style dai pai dong barbecue in the Nanyou area, with a lively atmosphere and generous portions. Per-person spending ¥101 to ¥150. Address: Raffles City, Nanhai Avenue, Nanshan District, Shenzhen; Transport: Nanyou Station, Line 9.
Yakiniku Commune (Coastal City Shopping Centre)
A Japanese barbecue restaurant inside Coastal City in Houhai, with good meat quality and service — great for eating after shopping. Per-person spending ¥151 to ¥300. Address: Coastal City Shopping Centre, Nanshan District, Shenzhen; Transport: Houhai Station, Lines 2/9.
Tang Tang Shao (K11 ECOAST)
A barbecue restaurant inside K11 ECOAST at Shekou Taizi Bay, combining Northeastern Chinese cuisine with barbecue, in a fresh setting with excellent sea views. Per-person spending ¥101 to ¥150. Address: K11 ECOAST, Shekou Taizi Bay, Nanshan District, Shenzhen; Transport: Taizi Bay Station, Line 12.
4. Which Restaurant Suits Which Occasion
For a splurge, head to Han Niu Da Shu in Futian Huaqiangbei, where the premium set for 2–3 people is ¥238 (original price ¥446); for all-you-can-eat, Xijing BBQ has branches in Dongmen, Futian, and Nanshan, with per-person spending of ¥101 to ¥150; for a quick solo meal, Yakiniku LIKE's set meals start at ¥41 and are the most convenient; for sea views, go to Tang Tang Shao at Shekou K11 ECOAST; for premium wagyu, choose Yakiniku Manpuku in Luohu Guomao or Yakiniku Commune in Nanshan Coastal City.
5. How Do Prices Compare with Hong Kong?
| Type | Shenzhen per person | Typical Hong Kong per person |
|---|---|---|
| Korean BBQ (à la carte) | ¥101–¥150 (about HK$118–175) | HK$250–$400 |
| Korean BBQ buffet | ¥101–¥150 (about HK$118–175) | HK$300–$500 |
| Japanese BBQ set meal | ¥41–¥100 (about HK$48–117) | HK$120–$250 |
| Japanese premium wagyu | ¥151–¥300 (about HK$176–350) | HK$400–$800 |
6. Practical Tips for Eating Barbecue
- Reservations: Weekend and holiday dinner slots fill up fast — best to book via Dianping or Meituan; some restaurants let you take a number online.
- Buy vouchers for savings: Meituan/Dianping often have 50%–70% off set meal vouchers; check for vouchers before ordering.
- Buffet notes: Most buffets have a 90–120 minute time limit, orders are counted by "portion," and uneaten food incurs extra charges — read the rules before sitting down.
- Checkpoint routes: Luohu Checkpoint → Sungang, Dongmen, Guomao; Futian Checkpoint → Huaqiangbei, One Avenue; Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint → Houhai Coastal City, Shekou K11.
7. FAQ
Are barbecue restaurants in Shenzhen expensive?
Not at all. Japanese barbecue set meals start at ¥41, Korean BBQ à la carte averages around ¥100 per person, and buffets are mostly under ¥150 — 30% to 50% cheaper than Hong Kong.
Do I need to speak Mandarin?
Don't worry. Most chain restaurants have picture menus and QR code ordering; just buy a voucher on Meituan/Dianping and show the QR code.
Can I go alone?
Yes. Solo grill set meal places like Yakiniku LIKE are perfectly fine for one person — in fact, that's their selling point.
Which restaurant is closest from Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint?
After clearing Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint, take the metro — the smoothest options are Houhai Coastal City (Yakiniku Commune) and Shekou K11 (Tang Tang Shao), about 20 to 30 minutes by train.
In One Sentence
Notable Barbecue Restaurants One by One (Korean/Japanese)
- Street-Side Iron Barrel · Korean BBQ: Korean-style decor great for photos, staff grill for you; signature fruit-marinated beef and Busan cheese ribs.
- Ji Zhi · Japanese Charcoal BBQ: A Taiwanese import, selected for local lists 5 years running and Michelin-recommended in Guangzhou for 4 years; dedicated grillers, wagyu and freshly grilled eel.
- Cutting Board · Grilled Beef Offal Specialist: One of the few Shenzhen spots specialising in Korean-style grilled beef offal, famous for its one-metre-long beef intestine.
- Shin Sam Da Korean Cuisine · BBQ (Luohu · Diamond Plaza): Open for over a decade, specialising in aged, de-acidified meat with unlimited Korean side dishes.
- Black Will Yakiniku: Japanese izakaya style, famous for its "Ultimate Single Beef Tongue" as long as an arm.
- Ant Cave Base Camp (Bao'an · Uniwalk L2): Camping-themed, with half-metre snowflake Angus beef as the photo-op dish.
A reminder: Korean BBQ restaurants mostly offer unlimited refills of side dishes (kimchi, bean sprouts, pumpkin porridge), so don't order too much meat; Japanese barbecue is mostly à la carte, so choose lunch sets if you want to spend less. For popular restaurants, it's best to take a number or book ahead for weekend dinners. The above information is subject to each restaurant's latest announcements.
Note: Shenzhen's barbecue spots are concentrated around Luohu Kingglory Plaza, Futian Shopping Park, and Nanshan Coastal City; Kingglory Plaza has Korean clay-oven barbecue, directly accessible from Guomao Station, Line 1, Exit A. For premium wagyu, head to Japanese charcoal barbecue restaurants around Shenzhen Bay in Nanshan, with per-person spending of about ¥200–400.
Shenzhen's barbecue options range from ¥41 set meals to ¥300 premium wagyu, with good restaurants in all three checkpoint districts. Remember to buy group vouchers first, avoid dinner rush hours, and read the buffet rules carefully, and you'll eat well and affordably. The above prices and branches are subject to the merchants' latest announcements.
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