Here are some great places to enjoy Qingdao seafood:
Seafood Markets
- Tuandao Seafood Market: Located at No. 31, Sichuan Road, Shinan District, it is one of Qingdao’s long-established and well-known seafood markets. The market offers a wide variety of fresh seafood at relatively affordable prices. You can select your preferred seafood and have it cooked at nearby restaurants.
- Buxi Seafood Wholesale Market: Located at No. 106, Jinsong Fourth Road, Shibei District, it is one of Qingdao’s largest seafood wholesale markets. The seafood here is very fresh and reasonably priced.
- Shazikou National Central Fishery Port: Located near the Shazikou Border Police Station, about 15 kilometers away from the city center, this port is bustling with fishing boats returning with fresh catches every high tide after September 1st. The seafood here is very fresh but slightly more expensive.
Seafood Restaurants
- Mingjia: Located at No. 1, Mai Dao Road (near Donghai Road), this restaurant specializes in Qingdao local dishes and seafood. The seafood is of high quality, and the environment and service are excellent, though the prices are on the higher side.
- Dongxing Seafood: Located at No. 8, Jia Yi Road, this restaurant is well-known for its seafood dishes, which are prepared using traditional methods such as stir-frying with green onions or steaming to preserve their natural flavors. The service is also highly praised.
- Wanxin Restaurant: Located at No. 10, Zhengyangguan Road, Badaguan, this restaurant is one of Qingdao’s most famous seafood spots, offering dishes like stir-fried shrimp with cabbage, minced meat sea cucumber, and home-style braised yellow croaker.
- Qingdao Little House: Located at No. 53, Yan’er Island Road, this restaurant is known for its Qingdao-style ambiance and local seafood dishes. The prices are reasonable, and the food is highly recommended.
Night Markets
- Hongdao Night Market: This market is famous for its grilled seafood, such as clam skewers and spicy grilled shrimp. You can also enjoy other local snacks and specialties while taking in the lively atmosphere under the city lights.
- Shilipu Night Market: Another popular night market offering a variety of grilled seafood and other delicacies. It’s a great place to sample Qingdao’s rich seafood culture.