dei6 mau1 gun2地踎館地踎馆

Jyutpingdei6 mau1 gun2

Yaledeih māu gún

Definition

Cheap, low-class, or grassroots eateries and stalls.

colloquialfoodplaces

How it's used

This term carries a nostalgic and informal tone, often referring to humble, no-frills eateries that serve local comfort food. It implies a lack of fancy decor or service, focusing instead on accessibility and authentic, down-to-earth flavors. While it can be used descriptively, it sometimes carries a slightly self-deprecating or affectionate nuance when locals talk about their favorite neighborhood spots.

Measure word

gaan1間gān

Examples

le1呢gaan1間dei6地mau1踎gun2館di1啲je5嘢sik6食hou2好dai2抵sik6食aa4呀。

The food at this roadside stall is really good value.

nei5你zung1鍾m4唔zung1鍾ji3意heoi3去dei6地mau1踎gun2館sik6食siu1宵je2夜？

Do you like going to street stalls for late-night snacks?

Common phrases

dei6地mau1踎gun2館fung1風mei6味

street-style flavor

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with formal restaurants or chain cafes, as the term specifically highlights the unpretentious, street-level nature of the establishment. Using it to describe a high-end or modern restaurant would sound ironic or insulting.