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Local Restaurants
Top 10 Local Restaurants in Ninghai [2025]
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YONG SHANG WAI PO QIAO
5.0
/5
190 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 13.00
2 km from downtown
Address: 4F-05, Xizi International Plaza, 168 Taoyuan Middle Road
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The fourth floor of Xizi International is full of gourmet restaurants. Grandma's Bridge is a bit like my mother-in-law's or Green Tea. The price/performance ratio is good, about 70 per person. The environment is good, the waiters are also good, and the ingredients taste great and are fresh, including the sweet and sour pork loin and small vines. The cauliflower pot and yellow croaker tofu rolls received unanimous praise. The fried shrimps and hand-rolled crispy steaks were also very good. I felt like I had to lose weight after eating several bowls of rice.
The environment is good, and the food tastes pretty good!!
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Laogoucheng Culture Theme Rest.
5.0
/5
1 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 19.00
1.3 km from downtown
Address: 82-86 Ningchang Road, Yuelong Street
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The restaurant is recommended by locals. The decoration is very unique and the dishes are good.
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ZI WEI GUAN
5.0
/5
1 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 34.00
2.4 km from downtown
Address: 跃龙路169号
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Well decorated, an excellent place for family dinners, business banquets, birthday parties
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Xia shan Seafood Restaurant
3.3
/5
19 reviews
Seafood
From AU$ 28.00
21.7 km from downtown
Address: Pier 1 of Xiashan Village, Qiangqiang Town
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Eating seafood at the beach is fresh, and eating seafood on the boat can also enjoy the sea view. There are ocean ships and fishing boats outside the window. You blend with the surrounding environment, and your interest in food will be more stimulated. The ingredients are fresh as expected, and the food is also delicious, which is very suitable for this island trip.
The seafood is very fresh, big, delicious and not expensive
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5
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深山农家
4.0
/5
4 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 14.00
16.4 km from downtown
Address: Diagonally opposite Shenzhen Station on Trinity Road
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I recommend the winter bamboo shoots fried with pork slices. The bamboo shoots here are eaten at the right time, crispy and delicious! The signature dish here, fried Shengzi, is also a must-order! The environment is clean and good!
👺Route:
Day 1: Self-drive in Shanghai → Yancang Mountain Waterfall → Corner Hotel → Check-in at Ninghai Hanya New Century Hot Spring Resort
Day 2: Relax at the hotel (breakfast and stroll) → Longgong Village → Mountain Farmhouse → Return to the hotel
Day 3: Qiangjiao Town → Youjian Coffee → Hengshan Island → Xiangshan Noodle House → Return to Shanghai
⛱️Must-See Attractions:
- Yancang Mountain Waterfall: A breathtaking view of eastern Zhejiang hidden in the mountains. While lacking the grandeur of a large waterfall, it offers a breathtaking blend of natural beauty and a charming countryside, perfect for a summer getaway.
- Longgong Village: A nearly thousand-year-old ancient village nestled deep in the mountains, it retains its pristine appearance. Ancient trees, waterfalls, and old buildings are nestled against a backdrop of majestic mountains, creating a picturesque setting with few crowds.
- Qiangjiao Town: Known as Ningbo's "Little Jeju Island," Qiangjiao offers breathtaking sea breezes, fishing boat trips, and stunning coastline photos. Perfect for a leisurely stroll. - Hengshan Island: A small island that can be explored in 1.5 hours. Zhenfu Temple and Shenhai Bay are must-see spots. It's quiet and tourist-free, offering a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere.
🍜Food Guide:
- Corner Restaurant: A must-eat in Ninghai for four consecutive years, the dishes are guaranteed to be irreproachable. Recommended dishes include the grilled hairy taro, scallion and oil razor clams, and the braised mixed fish and snow vegetable squid.
- Shenshan Farmhouse: A long-established farmhouse restaurant in Shencun Town, offering a down-to-earth feel. The salt-baked Ninghai seafood and braised duck are excellent, and the stir-fried chicken with garlic chives is also worth ordering.
- Youjian Coffee: An Instagram-worthy spot near the pier in Qiangjiao Town. The pure white decor evokes a Jeju Island vibe, making for great photo opportunities. They also offer simple meals, perfect for a rest after a long day of sightseeing.
- Xiangshan Noodle House: The seafood noodles are affordable, generously prepared, and more down-to-earth than the popular noodle shops in the city. Worth a try when you're in Ninghai.
🏨 Accommodation Guide:
I recommend the Ninghai Hanya Kaiyuan Hot Spring Resort Hotel. Located next to Yancang Mountain and the Ninghai Forest Hot Springs, it feels like a hidden gem hidden in the mountains. Rooms have private baths, and the mountain view rooms offer exclusive access to the hot springs. Fuxi Creek flows beside the hotel, blending seamlessly into nature. Relax and unwind peacefully while staying here, and you can even wander around the hotel the next day.
💗Other Tips:
- Entrance Fees: Entrance fees are generally free throughout the entire trip, with Hengshan Island costing 70 yuan per person (including entrance fee and boat ticket).
- Parking: Parking is free at all attractions, making it convenient for self-driving.
- Transportation: Driving from Shanghai to Ninghai takes about 3.5 hours, and local attractions are well-suited for a convenient and hassle-free trip.
- Time: Spend 1.5 hours on Hengshan Island on the third day, so you don't have to rush. You can also spend more time at the hotel the next morning to enjoy the tranquility of the mountains. #NinghaiHowTo
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铁锅青年地锅鸡(宁海店)
5.0
/5
1 reviews
Home-style Chinese
From AU$ 10.00
3.5 km from downtown
Address: 北斗北路373号
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The environment in the store is clean and tidy, the chicken in the clay pot is cooked soft and delicious
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7
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LAO NING HAI
5.0
/5
1 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 20.00
3 km from downtown
Address: Meteorology North Road, Taoyuan Plaza, 2nd floor
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Very delicious restaurant, the food tastes very good and the taste is moderate
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8
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Souxian Shrimp
5.0
/5
2 reviews
Seafood
From AU$ 29.00
2.5 km from downtown
Address: 358 Yinhe Road
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Good service, good taste, moderate price/performance ratio
No.
9
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霞客居酒店 霞客食府
5.0
/5
19 reviews
Jiangzhe Cuisine
From AU$ 27.00
1 km from downtown
Address: 徐霞客大道28号太平洋国际大酒店
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The shrimp tastes very fresh and has a good taste. I recommend trying it.
🌊Five A.M. Freshness Hunt
The Xiake Freshness Hunting Team sailed towards Xiangshan under the morning light. On the seventh day of the fishing season (opening at 12:00 PM on August 5th), it was prime time for deep-sea fishing boats to return to port fully loaded. We pinpointed the freshness and plumpness of the East China Sea's swimming crabs, silver-scaled pomfret, and handmade deep-sea eel fish balls—the ocean's monsoon gifts to diners.
✨Strict Selection Guaranteed by the Tip of the Tongue
Led by Mr. Lou, Vice President of Hengtai Hotel Management Group and President of the Ninghai Catering Association, Xiake Restaurant's Executive Chef Yan and seasoned buyer, Chef Xue, carefully selected 30% of the finest catch from over a hundred baskets, using the standard of "testing crab roe with a single finger impression and observing gills through light to determine freshness." The deep-sea swimming crabs' shells were a pale blue with a hint of gray, and their legs were covered in star-shaped spots, a testament to their succulent roe.
🔥Four cooking methods elevate the original flavor
▫️Steamed swimming crab | A 12-minute steam bath locks in the crab meat's sweetness
▫️Ancient dry-roasting | Coarse salt bakes the crab shell to reveal the rich, creamy yellow beneath its charred shell
▫️Roasted yellow croaker with pickled mustard greens | Aged pickled mustard greens bring out the fish's milky aroma
▫️Scallion oil-drenched pomfret | Hot oil awakens the fish's gelatinous layer
The Xiake dining team adheres to the principle of "fresh ingredients without overpowering flavor," using every technique to bring out the ingredients' natural sweetness.
⏰Limited Time Tasting Notice
Special Fishing Season Offer Begins August 12th
📍Tasting Location: Xiakeju, Xiakeyuan, Hengtai Banquet Center
Daily delivery quotas are available; reservations are recommended one day in advance. A pier-to-table journey of less than 12 hours is the ultimate in freshness.
📝Tips
During the first week, swimming crabs are at their peak roe bloom, making them ideal steamed with ten-year-old Huadiao wine. A favorite among seasoned diners: Serve the crab shells with ginger and vinegar rice, using the roe as a natural topping.
#FoodFestival #LocalFood #LocalSpecialSnacks #EnjoyASeafoodFeast #HotelAddict
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LAO JING DU RESTAURANT
5.0
/5
25 reviews
Seafood
From AU$ 13.00
1.1 km from downtown
Address: 20 Zhongshan West Road (300 meters west of Xinxing Hotel)
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The dishes here are of good portion and taste, the prices are relatively fair, the ingredients are fresh, the dishes are rich, and the flavors are authentic. When I arrived in Ninghai, I couldn't find a restaurant for a while, so I asked the locals and they recommended this one to us. It's said to be a time-honored brand, so we came here. It's very good, with a high cost-effectiveness ratio. It's a great place to have a meal with three or five friends!
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