Halal Restaurants in Guangzhou

Experience Guangzhou's unique halal Cantonese cuisine alongside traditional Xinjiang and international Muslim dining options.

Featured Halal Restaurants

Guangzhou Islamic Restaurant

Traditional halal Cantonese cuisine including halal dim sum and roasted meats

Yuexiu District

Silk Road Restaurant

Xinjiang specialties with live naan baking and traditional Uyghur performances

Tianhe District

Yuebin Halal Restaurant

Family-run restaurant serving authentic Hui cuisine and halal wonton soup

Haizhu District

Popular Halal Neighborhoods

Yuexiu District - Mosque Area

Historic Muslim quarter near Huaisheng Mosque (one of China's oldest mosques). Dense concentration of halal restaurants serving Cantonese and Hui cuisine.

30+ halal restaurants

Tianhe CBD

Modern business district with upscale halal dining, including international chains and fusion restaurants. Popular with expats and business travelers.

20+ halal restaurants

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Complete Guide to Halal Dining in Guangzhou

Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province and home to authentic Cantonese cuisine, offers a unique halal dining experience. The city's Muslim population, dating back to the Tang Dynasty, has created a rich tradition of halal Cantonese food that you won't find anywhere else in China.

Types of Halal Cuisine in Guangzhou

  • Halal Cantonese Cuisine: Unique halal versions of Cantonese classics including dim sum, roasted meats (using beef and lamb), and wonton soup
  • Traditional Hui Cuisine: Chinese Muslim dishes like beef noodles, lamb stir-fries, and steamed buns
  • Xinjiang Cuisine: Northwestern Chinese flavors with lamb kebabs, hand-pulled noodles, and fresh naan bread
  • International Options: Growing number of Middle Eastern, Turkish, and Southeast Asian halal restaurants

Tips for Muslim Travelers in Guangzhou

Guangzhou's metro system connects all major halal dining areas. The Huaisheng Mosque in Yuexiu District is surrounded by authentic halal restaurants and is a great starting point for food exploration. Cantonese is the primary language here, but most restaurants display halal certificates (清真). Consider visiting during Canton Fair (April and October) when many international Muslim businesspeople visit, and restaurants offer special menus.

Unique Halal Cantonese Dishes

Don't miss trying halal dim sum (点心), which replaces pork with beef, lamb, or seafood while maintaining authentic Cantonese flavors. Halal char siu (using beef or lamb) and halal wonton soup are Guangzhou specialties you won't find elsewhere. Many restaurants also offer halal congee (粥) with various toppings for breakfast.