The West Street flagship of a Yangshuo beer fish brand.
Chef Master Gold-Award Beer Fish, known in Chinese as Dashifu Jinjiang Pijiu Yu, is the West Street flagship of a Yangshuo beer fish brand, located at the entrance of West Street in Yangshuo County, within Guilin prefecture, Guangxi, China. It is described as the first beer fish shop at the start of the street, and the brand's head office is reported to be at the same location. Yangshuo is a karst-landscape town about an hour south of Guilin city, and beer fish is its best-known dish. In the local style a river fish is stewed with beer, tomato, chili and peppers and served in a large shared pot. Diners particularly recommend the water-bone fish, a boneless variety that is easier to eat. A figure of about ¥68 (roughly $10) per person is reported, taken from a Ctrip listing for the brand's Landscape branch, so the West Street cost may differ. The restaurant is mid-priced and suited to couples, families and groups who want to try the signature dish. The atmosphere is casual and busy, with the dining room serving a large volume of tourists, and noise can be high at dinner. The shop opens at 10:00 daily and closing time varies, so it can serve both lunch and dinner. Walk-ins are accepted. As with other beer fish restaurants, confirm the price and weight of the fish before ordering, and add vegetables and rice to round out the meal. The entrance position makes it one of the easiest restaurants to find on arrival in town. The Chinese name can be searched on Amap (Gaode), Dianping or Meituan for the exact location.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Opens 10:00 daily; closing time varies |
| Reservations | Walk-ins accepted. |
| Address | West Street, Yangshuo County, Guilin (first beer fish shop at the entrance of West Street) |
Signature dishes
- Yangshuo beer fish (including the boneless water-bone fish)
Good to know
- Known for
- Beer fish chain with the head office at the start of West Street; diners recommend the water-bone fish.
Location
West Street, Yangshuo County, Guilin (first beer fish shop at the entrance of West Street)
24.7765, 110.4883 View on map
Highlights
- Beer fish brand flagship at the entrance to West Street
- Boneless water-bone fish recommended by diners
- Beer-stewed river fish with tomato and chili in a shared pot
- Opens at 10:00 daily for lunch and dinner
Tips for visiting
- Ask about the water-bone fish if you want fewer bones.
- Confirm the weight and price before the fish is cooked.
- Walk-ins are accepted, but expect a wait at peak dinner time.
- Add vegetables and rice to make the pot a full meal.
- The reported ¥68 per person comes from a different branch, so costs may differ.
When to visit
Lunch or an early dinner avoids the evening crowds on West Street.
Accessibility
West Street is mostly flat and pedestrianised, but step-free access to the dining room is not confirmed. Visitors with mobility needs may wish to check locally.
Frequently asked questions
What is the water-bone fish?
It is a boneless river fish that diners recommend because it is easier to eat than standard beer fish.
Where is the restaurant?
At the start of West Street in Yangshuo County, described as the first beer fish shop at the entrance.
Do I need a reservation?
No. Walk-ins are accepted.