IHG Restaurants Shine in 2025 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide with Multiple New Listings and Awards

(IN SHORT) The 2025 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide has honored seven IHG Hotels & Resorts restaurants in Greater China, with three earning the “One-Diamond Restaurant” award for the first time. These newly recognized restaurants include The Grove at Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou, Riva Mediterranean Steakhouse at InterContinental Suzhou, and Wu Yue No.1 Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Wuxi. Additionally, four restaurants received repeated honors, including Shang Tao Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Kunming, Lai Ching Heen at Regent Hong Kong, Cai Feng Lou at HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts Xi’an Tanghua, and Robin’s Grill and Teppanyaki at Regent Chongqing. IHG continues to innovate in fine dining, combining traditional and modern culinary techniques to meet evolving consumer demands and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

(PRESS RELEASE) Shanghai, China, 2024-Jan-9 — /Travel PR News/ — The 2025 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide has recognized several IHG Hotels & Resorts restaurants in Greater China, marking another milestone in the group’s ongoing efforts to enhance its dining portfolio. Seven IHG restaurants were listed, with three receiving the prestigious “One-Diamond Restaurant” award for the first time. This recognition underscores IHG’s commitment to offering diverse and high-quality culinary experiences to customers.

Among the newly awarded One-Diamond Restaurants are The Grove at Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou, Riva Mediterranean Steakhouse at InterContinental Suzhou, and Wu Yue No.1 Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Wuxi. These new listings highlight the group’s focus on culinary innovation and exceptional service. Additionally, four other IHG restaurants received repeated honors: Shang Tao Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Kunming, which has earned the One-Diamond award for seven consecutive years, Lai Ching Heen at Regent Hong Kong, which has maintained the Two-Diamond award for eight years, Cai Feng Lou at HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts Xi’an Tanghua, which has won the One-Diamond award for four years, and Robin’s Grill and Teppanyaki at Regent Chongqing, which has been honored with the One-Diamond award for five consecutive years.

Jerome Qiu, Chief Operating Officer for IHG Greater China, expressed his pride in these accomplishments, stating, “We are delighted to have three of our restaurants recognized for the first time this year, an achievement that reflects the exceptional talent within our teams. This recognition drives us to continue expanding our diverse restaurant offerings and meet the growing demand for fine dining experiences. As consumer tastes evolve, IHG remains dedicated to understanding local dining cultures while delivering creative, innovative, and sustainable dining experiences for all.”

Newly recognized restaurants such as The Grove at Kimpton Bamboo Grove Suzhou draw inspiration from Jiangnan culture, infusing Suzhou and Huaiyang cuisine with creative twists. Riva Mediterranean Steakhouse at InterContinental Suzhou offers a Mediterranean steakhouse experience with a range of dishes, from charcoal-grilled steaks to indulgent desserts and a carefully curated wine list. Wu Yue No.1 Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Wuxi combines traditional Huaiyang and Cantonese flavors with modern culinary techniques to create a dynamic dining experience.

IHG’s culinary expertise is also evident in its well-established restaurants. Cai Feng Lou at HUALUXE Hotels & Resorts Xi’an Tanghua continues to lead in Cantonese cuisine, with Executive Chef Sean Xiao blending traditional and modern techniques. Shang Tao Chinese Restaurant at InterContinental Kunming showcases the best of Yunnan ingredients, while Lai Ching Heen at Regent Hong Kong, led by Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai, elevates Cantonese cuisine to global acclaim. Robin’s Grill and Teppanyaki at Regent Chongqing delivers a one-of-a-kind dining experience with expert preparations of wagyu beef and immersive service through its Regent Taste Studio concept.

As IHG continues to expand its diverse and high-quality dining offerings, the group remains committed to delivering unparalleled dining experiences that combine innovation with tradition to meet the evolving needs of its guests.

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