Imitating the lively scenes of the old Changsha Street in the '80s, this lobster house has become an iconic staple in Changsha cuisine. The playful design, small kitschy rooms and delicious seafood make this space more like an exhibition than a restaurant.
Plan
Overview
Skill level
Easy
Accessbility
Public Location
Hours
11AM-3AM
Fee
Free
Pack
Wide-angle lens (24mm)
Model
How to get there
N28° 11' 13.542"E112° 58' 10.9596"
This image is of the well-known Weheyou Laochangsha Lobster Restaurant, which is located at the corner of the Hai Xin Plaza. I stood on the third floor for this shot.
By public transportation:
- Closest Station: Huangxing Road (Line 8)
- Turn right on Pedestrian Commercial St
- Turn right on Xihu Road
- Turn right on Xiangjiang Middle Road, the restaurant will be on your right
Address:
Weheyou Laochangsha Lobster Restaurant, No.72 Sec 2 Xiangjiang Middle Road, Tianxin District, Changsha China
Tips
When to go
Best season
All months
Best time
Night, Midnight+
The restaurant's unique interior can be captured any month of year.
You'll be able to photograph similar lighting conditions at night. If you want to dine in at the restaurant, get there early and take a waiting number — it can get really crowded since it's so popular.
Field tips
I recommend using a wide-angle lens (24mm) to incorporate the entirety of this interior space, including the long stairway.
Create a focal point by having a model walk up the stairs. If you don't have a friend with you, just be patient and wait for someone to cross into your frame.
Be intentional with how you frame the staircase and illuminated sign. I chose to have the staircase darting across my image with the sign centered overhead.
This three-story restaurant offers a host of interesting angles for your composition. Get creative and experiment with other perspectives!
Current weather
Hunan
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Blue Hour
21:11
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Sunrise
21:38
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Golden Hour
10:55
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Sunset
11:29
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Do nearby
The Wenheyou Laochangsha Lobster Restaurant is famous for their lobster, so while you're there, make sure to try some. It's delicious!