🌊 Day 2 in Dalian: Eat sea urchin dumplings, feel the sea breeze, and finish with some shopping!

🥟 1. Luwangzai Sea Urchin Dumplings 📍Go to map The only place in Dalian where I saw Korean tourists. As expected from such a famous restaurant, I thought it would be a shame not to go, so I stopped by. The signature menu is, of course, the sea urchin dumplings! It's not like "Wow, it's so delicious!", but if the sea urchin + dumpling combination costs less than 10,000 won per person, then I just have to admit it. Plus, the cat salesperson here is so cute... I've already given it five stars in my heart. 🌟 💬 Tip: If you want to try local food without feeling pressured, this is highly recommended! The cute cat is a bonus! 🌊 2. Eoan Pier (Eoan Pier Port) 📍Go to map I was tempted by the words "a famous sea view spot!", but I thought I'd freeze to death in the winter sea breeze... 🥶 At first, I tried to look at the pier from the opposite side, but because of the wind, I didn't have the strength to hold my camera, so I took a taxi and went straight to the pier. But when I arrived, the atmosphere was completely different! There are hidden sentimental prop shops, vintage cafes, etc. So if you feel cold, it's perfect to go in and out of each shop. ☕ A cup of latte costs about 30 yuan (about 6,000 won). 📸 Tip: If you're just taking pictures, go straight into the pier! The pier itself is more Instagrammable than the sea. 📸 3. Seonghae Square 📍Go to map Hmm... Honestly, I don't know why I went here. Half seagulls, half people taking pictures I stopped by because it was on the list, but there was nothing special, When I uploaded the pictures, my friend teased me saying, "Isn't this Gwangalli?" So I thought of my hometown... ㅎㅎ 😇 📌 Note: It's impossible to go there while getting hit by the cold wind. The atmosphere looks good in the summer. If you are short on time, feel free to skip it. 🐚 4. Haemi Dangga (Clam Stew House) 📍Near Shanghai Plaza I went in after hearing that it was a “clam stew restaurant”… For 80 yuan (about 15,000 won), the portion was disappointing and I was not full. The atmosphere was not bad because it felt like a local bar, but the taste + portion + price were all a bit ambiguous. In the end, I went back to my accommodation and had a second round of Mala Tang + Lamb Skewers. 🛍️ 5. New Mart Shopping Mall 📍 Map I really recommend this place! It is a shopping mall near Pavilion, and HOLILAND Bakery is large and the price of bread is usually around 10-15 yuan (about 2,000 won). Local feel + clean interior. It is perfect for light shopping + dessert. Overall Sea urchin dumplings + fisheye pier: ✅ Experience worth it Shanghai Square + Haemidangga: ❌ It's a shame, but I'll leave it as a record 📌 It was a day to gradually learn about the identity of **"Dalian, a cost-effective seaside city"**. Tomorrow, let's go to the city walking course instead of the sea!