Published : 16/12/2024
Christmas is coming, and Shenzhen is filled with Christmas atmosphere.
There are many restaurants and cafes in Shenzhen that have gone to great lengths to decorate their premises with Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and even large snowy areas, sprinkling artificial snow, which makes it worthwhile to visit them just for the sake of getting a card. Let's introduce four of the must-visit cafes.
PAL CAFE MiYou Coffee Dining Hall
In mid-November, PAL CAFE MiYou Coffee Dining Hall by MiFang (PAL CAFE 蜜友食堂), located on Xixiang Street in Bao'an District, was the first to put on Christmas decorations, welcoming the arrival of the festive season.
Hong Kong residents who frequently visit cafes in Shenzhen might have experienced the decoration artistry of MiYou Dining Hall. This summer, MiYou Dining Hall was highly praised for its dreamy decoration with lemon, flowers and butterfly.
In face of the coming of Christmas, the dining hall added Christmas colors more than a month in advance to continue the dreamy scenes.
The interior decoration is filled with all colors of Christmas, using more than 1,000 Christmas balls, 100 little bears, over 20 Christmas trees with lots of Christmas canes, snowmen, lollipops, and more. Every corner of the cafe is perfect for taking photos.
The highlight is the snowfall in the evening! At around 6:30 pm, the canteen will sprinkle artificial snow at the entrance, allowing diners to experience the exotic Christmas atmosphere. It is one of the must-visit photo spots that you should not miss.
Location: No. 1-41, Yuehe Road, Xixiang Street, Bao'an District
Transportation: Exit D, Xixiang West Station, Metro Line 1
Per capita consumption: ¥80-150
L’amant Manor
Close to Xili Station in Nanshan District, there is a restaurant decorated like a southern French manor, with a courtyard full of hydrangeas. It has a French name "L’amant Manor已聞花名 · 關於藍," which is the most popular restaurant in Nanshan District recently.
The white wooden door and red brick wall at the entrance of the coffee shop are the highlight of the restaurant. Inside, the white classical columns, lace decorations, small pool and fountain, together with a wooden loft are eye catching. The restaurant are surrounded by plants and hydrangeas. It feels like being in a French garden, which has always attracted many tourists to take pictures here.
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The Christmas decorations inside the restaurants are even more enchanting. The outdoor area inside the restaurants is carefully paved with snow to create the atmosphere of snow-covered lands like in foreign country. Even the eaves are thoughtfully decorated, too. From 7 pm to 9 pm during this period, there is an artificial snowfall show, making it a perfect moment for young couples to enjoy such a romantic moment.
L’amant Manor · Flower's Name Blue (Xili Branch)
Location: No. E-15, Shenzhen Hong Kong Flower Centre, Xili Subdistrict, Nanshan District
Transportation: Exit D, Xili Station, Metro Line 5
Average Consumption: ¥100+
VOWS Coffee
Last year, VOWS Coffee dominated online platforms with its giant red bow decoration. This year, it continues with its signature bow to kick off the Christmas theme in the restaurant.
This year, VOWS Coffee's theme is the carousel. The entrance of the restaurant is well-decorated as a fairy-tale carousel with a giant Christmas bow in the center, surrounded by wooden horses and green plants. It creates a colorful amusement park scene.
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Insides the restaurant, there is also a giant carousel, which is a good place to take pictures. There are French vintage dining chairs, candlelit tables, classical carpet on the ground which make you feel like in France.
The Christmas trees are sprinkled with snow, Christmas gifts down the tree and artificial snow on the ground, which add a dreamy touch to the scene. Enjoying coffee and snacks here might feel like being in a fairy tale world.
Location: 106B, 1st Floor, Shennan Avenue Building, Nanshan District
Transportation: Metro Line 2, Qiaocheng North Station
Average cost per person: ¥60
Nice Coffee& Bakery
Compared to other coffee shops, Nice coffee&bakery in Bantian, Shenzhen, is like a standalone Nordic manor villa. There is a large open spaces around the stone coffee house, just like the front and back gardens of a French manor.
The Christmas decorations here is like a whimsical theatre, with colorful settings here and there filling with joyous atmosphere. The elegant tea set, nice coffee and food make you feel relaxing.
The outdoor garden is also a pet-friendly area, people can bring pets together to enjoy romantic Christmas atmosphere.
Location: 101G, Flagship Store, Huawei Production Centre Factory and Testing Building, Vanke Community, Bantian Street
Transportation: Metro Line 10, Baier Road Station
Average cost per person: ¥100+
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