Long-standing local favourite known for its crab-meat lion's head meatball.
Shiweitian is a go-to Huaiyang dinner restaurant for Yangzhou residents, and its crab-meat lion's head meatball is the dish most reviewers single out. The Yangzi Middle Road store stands at the junction with Wenchang Middle Road, which puts it in the central shopping district. Typical spend is CNY 80-150 (~$11-21) (estimate) per person, and the signature order is Crab-meat lion's head meatball (蟹粉狮子头), Dasi ganzhi (大煮干丝), Yangzhou fried rice (扬州炒饭). The address is 785 Yangzi Middle Road, at the junction with Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区扬子中路785号 食为天). Opening hours: Daily lunch and dinner; confirm by phone 0514-87702366. Payment is by Alipay or WeChat Pay in practice; foreign visitors can link an international card inside either app before the trip. A printed card with the Chinese name lets a taxi or Didi driver find the door, and the same name pastes straight into Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) for a walking route.
| Price | $$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily lunch and dinner; confirm by phone 0514-87702366 |
| Reservations | Walk-in is normal; search the Chinese name on Dianping (大众点评) or Meituan for current queues, vouchers and table booking |
| Address | 785 Yangzi Middle Road, at the junction with Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区扬子中路785号 食为天) |
Signature dishes
- Crab-meat lion's head meatball (蟹粉狮子头)
- Dasi ganzhi (大煮干丝)
- Yangzhou fried rice (扬州炒饭)
Good to know
- Known for
- Crab lion's head
Location
785 Yangzi Middle Road, at the junction with Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区扬子中路785号 食为天)
32.3918, 119.4230 View on map
Highlights
- Long-standing local favourite known for its crab-meat lion's head meatball
- Signature order: Crab-meat lion's head meatball (蟹粉狮子头)
- Located at Yangzi Middle Road at Wenchang Middle Road
Tips for visiting
- Telephone 0514-87702366 to check tables on holiday evenings.
- Order the lion's head as a shared dish; each ball is large.
- Crab dishes are seasonal; autumn is the peak.
- Search the Chinese name on Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) to confirm the exact branch before leaving the hotel.
- Order one dish per person plus rice or noodles, and say 少放糖 (shǎo fàng táng) for less sugar if Huaiyang sweetness is too much.
When to visit
Early dinner on weekdays
Accessibility
The venue is in a modern commercial building or resort with lifts and level entrances, and is generally accessible to wheelchair users and strollers.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Shiweitian?
It is at 785 Yangzi Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou.
How much does a meal at Shiweitian cost?
About CNY 80-150 (~$11-21) per person.
How does a solo traveler pay at Shiweitian?
Alipay or WeChat Pay by QR code is standard; cash is accepted at most counters but some small shops prefer QR.