What is Dai Pai Dong?

and dai pai dong is an outdoor restaurant in Hong Kong. A typical Dai Pai Dong stand is a temporary structure containing folding tables and chairs and is usually located near a large amount of pedestrian operation. The dishes are often painted with greenery and food served takes care of guests looking for cheap food. Food is usually consumed outside and is made to order because there is usually no set menu. They were often set up on ferry crossings because of the large crowds that would go through. At that time, there was a small regulation of the stalls and became notorious for their poor hygiene. The name itself refers to the certificate that has been issued to allow their operation. Literally, this means "large parking of licenses", because the licenses in the included photos of the owners and were excessive compared to other licenses issued in Hong Kong. The government eventually began to issue new certificates. Over time, howeverto dozens.

in Dai Pai Dong is usually not an offer. Instead, the food is made to order and can be drawn from several separate stalls to complete a single meal for the customer. Food is considered well made and satisfactory and contributes to their popularity. However, not all stalls have the same meals; One could only serve noodles, while the other could only sect seafood.

Sitting for Dai Pai Dong stands traditionally has Been Communal and Outdoors. This has changed when more stalls begin to operate inside and provide customers with individual tables instead of municipal sessions. However, long tables can still be found, with a number of customers sitting on the shoulder.

The Hong Kong government has started to close and re -build Dai Pai Dong stands to make them more hygienic, including sewerage updates and access to cleaner water. Although relatively few stalls still exist on to iIn the beginning of the 21st century, there is an increased interest in their continuing operation. The stalls continue to serve cheap food at almost all hours and nights.