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Table for one

Last month, a man dining at a hotpot restaurant in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, found himself in an awkward situation when he returned to his table after briefly stepping away to fetch more dipping sauce, only to discover it had been cleared. This incident highlights some of the uncomfortable scenarios solo diners may face in China.

Portion sizes can also be a challenge: one dish may be insufficient, two dishes may be too much, and adding soup could exceed one's budget. Solo diners often find themselves making trade-offs between their finances, taste preferences, and nutritional balance.