POETS Thai Lion (Hongqiao Tiandi Branch)
Southeast Asian cuisine · ⭐ 4.6
Room 05A, Basement Level 1, No. 17 Su Hong Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Room 05A, Basement Level 1, No. 17 Su Hong Road. It is a Southeast Asian cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Tom Yum Seafood Soup, Signature Thai Royal Curry Crab, Thai Milk Foam.
This is not a typical Chinese restaurant. Some dishes may be localized adaptations of Southeast Asian cuisine, so check ingredients and flavors before ordering.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shanghai
- Category: Southeast Asian cuisine
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: Room 05A, Basement Level 1, No. 17 Su Hong Road
- Popular dishes: Tom Yum Seafood Soup, Signature Thai Royal Curry Crab, Thai Milk Foam, Thai Basil Shrimp Paste Stir-Fry, Thai Shrimp Cakes
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Dishes
Tom Yum Seafood SoupTom Yum Goong is a Thai soup featuring a rich broth simmered with aromatic ingredients such as lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. It includes seafood like shrimp, crab sticks, and fish slices, seasoned with lime juice and fish sauce for a tangy and spicy flavor that stimulates the appetite.
Signature Thai Royal Curry CrabFresh crab simmered in Thai red curry with coconut milk and aromatic herbs, delivering a rich, spicy flavor.
Thai Milk FoamA dessert blending creamy Thai milk tea with whipped cream foam, offering a rich and sweet experience.
Thai Basil Shrimp Paste Stir-FryThai-style shrimp paste morning glory is a dish made by stir-frying morning glory (water spinach) with shrimp paste, garlic, chili, and other seasonings. Wash the morning glory and cut it into segments. Heat oil in a wok, sauté minced garlic and chili until fragrant, then add shrimp paste and stir-fry until aromatic. Add the morning glory and quickly stir-fry until just cooked through. Season to taste and serve.
Thai Shrimp CakesThai shrimp cakes are made with fresh shrimp mixed with Thai herbs and spices, formed into small patties and pan-fried until golden and crispy.
Thai Lemongrass Grilled Qingyuan ChickenQingyuan chicken marinated with lemongrass and Thai herbs, then grilled to perfection for a fragrant, spicy flavor.
Beef Tom Yum RiceA Thai-style dish featuring minced beef stir-fried with onions, chili, and garlic, seasoned with fish sauce and palm sugar, served over rice.
Pork Neck MeatPork neck meat is made from the pork neck area, marinated and then grilled or pan-fried until golden brown. It has a fresh and tender taste with firm texture.
Fresh Mango Coconut Sticky RiceFresh Mango Coconut Sticky Rice features sweet mango and creamy coconut milk blended with sticky rice, steamed to perfection for a delightful tropical dessert.
Yellow Curry Beef BrisketYellow curry beef brisket with potatoes and carrots, stir-fried with yellow curry paste and simmered until tender. Coconut milk or milk is added for richness, then reduced to a thick sauce.