Cantonese · 5 October 2026 · Dai Pai Dong and Nightlife
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daai6 paai4 dong3Jyutping
open-air food stall / dai pai dong
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Traditional open-air food stalls in Hong Kong known for their energetic atmosphere, roadside seating, and wok-fried dishes.
In a sentence
今晚不如去大牌檔整兩味，吹吓水？
Gam1 maan5 bat1 jyu4 heoi3 daai6 paai4 dong3 zing2 loeng5 mei6, ceoi1 haa5 seoi2?
How about we hit up a dai pai dong tonight for a couple of dishes and a chat?
