Far from the hustle and bustle of Shennan Thoroughfare is Yunlaiju Vegetarian Restaurant, which nestles in a quiet corner behind the Honey Lake automobile market.

With Yunnan-style vegetarian dishes and distinctive ethnic character, Yunlaiju is very popular. Various types of mushrooms and herbs from Yunnan are used in the preparation of the dishes.

Food served here is presented in bright colors with great tastes. Taiji safflower soup, prepared by mixing the rare Yunnan safflower to millet soup, is a soothing choice for your "exhausted" stomach. It is said to be good for boosting blood circulation. Fortune sailing, a best seller in the restaurant, is served in a hollowed out pineapple with mushrooms, tofu, pepper and pineapple cubes and onion cooked together. Also don't miss the restaurant's homemade five-color rice, a traditional dish of the Buyi ethnic group in Yunnan. To make it, herbal leaves, flowers and roots are cooked with rice. Other healthy choices feature stir-fried assorted vegetables.

Yunlaiju also serves a great variety of Pu'er tea, a specialty of Yunnan. The tea helps to improve digestion and ease discomfort. Restaurant patrons are highly recommended to drink some Pu'er tea after the meal.

Add: Inside Honey Lake Resort, Futian District (福田区香蜜湖度假村内)

Tel: 8289-4181

Metro: Honey Lake Station (香蜜湖站), Exit C