[FOOD] 20141220 Kiyomi 可优密 @ Dongmen, Shenzhen

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There are many food stalls and shops along Dongmen, but the one shop that you cannot miss will definitely be Kiyomi 可优密. Kiyomi is a fairly new outlet here, as suggested by the hipster name "Kiyomi" (meaning cute in Korean) and the techno music played in the background. It may appear to be one fancy, hip outlet selling fruit tea/bubble tea and some street food, but do not let them fool you as the snacks sold here are better than my expectation.

When it comes to street food, you probably picture that a bike with a make shift stall at the side of the road selling their specialities similar to those we seen in Penang or Bangkok. However in Shenzhen, or at least at Dongmen, most of the street food are located at road frontage stores.

Kiyomi has a variety to offer which includes street food, hot food like noodles, as well as beverages. You will not miss the huge crowd holding long skewer sticks (satay sticks) in front of the store.

Pedestrian Street, Dongmen, Luohu, Shenzhen
深圳罗湖区东门步行街二横路
Nearest Metro Station: Laojie Station, Exit A or G
Telephone: N/A
Opening Hours: N/A

TO GO

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Travelling in Shenzhen is not as convenient as Hong Kong, with destination distanced away from Metro stations. I would recommend taking cab or public buses if you somewhat able to communicate in Mandarin as it will be the most convenient way to commute. The cab and buses are fast and reliable in comparison to our lousy Malaysian buses. If you are taking bus, just drop off at Dongmen 3 (东门3) stop or Dongmen Pedestrian Bridge (东门天桥) stop in front of MOI Department Store. Each bus ride is about RMB2 (RM1.20) or max RMB3 (RM1.80). 

However, if language is a barrier, then your only option will be taking the Metro. Take the Longgang Line (Blue) or Luobao Line (Green), and drop off at Laojie station, you may take Exit A or G, and then walk your way along the streets as there are much to offer.

SPECIALITY

The stall employed many young men to man the grill in their uniform. The techno music in the background will just keep them going non stop, selling one stick after another. Don't be amazed on the number of sticks on the grill as they go out pretty quickly!

In order to cope with the volume, they have a staff selling coupons in front of the stall to save time at the counter. Just look for a uniformed gentlemen with a basket of coupons, usually haggling in front of the store to get more business.

I'm here for street food and the Xinjiang Lamb Skewers is just too much to resist! Besides the lamb skewer, they also have grill squids, BBQ pork neck meat, takoyaki and scallops to offer.

Xinjiang Lamb Skewer 新疆烤羊肉串 - RMB10 (RM5.70) for 2

Despite the portion, the Xinjiang Lamb Skewer is a steal at only RMB10 (RM5.70) for 2 sticks. Xinjiang is a place in North China, close to Mongolia where their special marinate method of using Sichuan pepper (花椒) which provides the kick for the meat. Despite the mass production, the skewer is well marinated, grilled to perfection and finished with sprinkle of spices. The juicy and tender meat will just keep you going and wanting for more.

Grilled Squid 火爆鱿鱼 - RMB10 (RM5.70) for 5

The Grilled Squid is also a steal for only RMB10 for 5 sticks!! Compared to HK's Gai Kei of HKD15 for 1, this definitely worth the penny and it also tastes better too!

Takoyaki (6 pcs) - RMB10 (RM5.70)

My tummy only permits me to taste one more and takoyaki it is! The generous serving of bonito flakes (dried fish flakes) and chicken flosses definitely make this an enjoyable snack. The takoyaki tastes good but will not be on the must try list.

SUMMARY

Dongmen is a must come if you are in Shenzhen, and while you are here, just drop by this new Kiyomi store at the end of the pedestrian street. I guarantee you that the lamb skewers will not disappoint as I have tried all other different stalls in SZ and GZ, still this is considered the better one!

Taste	☆☆☆☆☆ for the lamb skewer ☆☆☆☆ for the rest
Value	☆☆☆☆☆ cheap food!
Service	☆☆☆☆ Not too bad!
Cleanliness	☆☆☆☆ Clean outlet (new stall), dirty surroundings
Opening Hours	N/A
Wifi	N/A
Parking	N/A
Website	N/A

GPS: 22.546677, 114.121371