Haikou is a gastronomic paradise for those who love to treat themselves to something yummy in the evening. This late-night snack has a special name — Yexiao (alternatively, Xiaoye). Being an important part of the food culture of Southern China, it may start from about 9 pm onwards until midnight. People would usually gather in the open air, enjoy the refreshing sea breeze and a happy talk.

Apart from the “classics”, like beef, lamb, and chicken skewers, make sure you order barbecued prawns, oysters, saury fish, snail meat, and other seafood right from the sea!