Old Liu Wei Live Fish Restaurant
Hunan cuisine · ⭐ 4.0
No. 229, Xingao Road (next to Huapao Square and Meiyue Hotel)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 229, Xingao Road (next to Huapao Square and Meiyue Hotel). It is a Hunan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Nanyue Spring Water Fish, Braised Pork Strips in Large Bowl, Stir-fried Hollow Stem Mustard Greens.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Changsha
- Category: Hunan cuisine
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 229, Xingao Road (next to Huapao Square and Meiyue Hotel)
- Popular dishes: Nanyue Spring Water Fish, Braised Pork Strips in Large Bowl, Stir-fried Hollow Stem Mustard Greens, Yangmei Chopped Chili Steamed Chicken, LiuYang Pork Stir-Fry
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Dishes
Nanyue Spring Water FishFresh spring water fish is the main ingredient, paired with ginger, scallions, and garlic, prepared by steaming or stewing to highlight the tender texture and natural flavor of the fish. The broth is clear and delicately fresh.
Braised Pork Strips in Large BowlA traditional Chinese dish made by braising pork belly strips until tender, served in a large bowl with rich, savory sauce.
Stir-fried Hollow Stem Mustard GreensA stir-fried dish made with hollow-stemmed mustard greens, seasoned with garlic and chili for a fresh, savory flavor.
Yangmei Chopped Chili Steamed ChickenChicken steamed with yangmei and chopped chili, offering a tangy and spicy flavor with tender meat.
LiuYang Pork Stir-FryA Hunan specialty dish made with pork belly and green peppers, stir-fried until fragrant and spicy.
Steamed Chili Stir-Fried Wild Boar PorkA spicy dish made by stir-frying wild boar pork with steamed chili, resulting in a rich and aromatic flavor.
Stir-fried Pepper and Braised IntestineStir-fried Pepper and Braised Intestine is a Chinese stir-fry dish made with peppers and braised intestines, quickly cooked together to highlight its spicy flavor.
Steamed White Sand Fragrant TofuA dish made by steaming fragrant tofu with ingredients like shrimp and ham, resulting in a tender and savory flavor.
Steamed Fish Cubes with Fermented Black Beans and Dried ChiliesA dish of steamed fish cubes seasoned with fermented black beans and dried chilies, offering a rich, spicy flavor.
Braised Winter Melon with Fermented Black BeansA traditional Chinese dish featuring winter melon and fermented black beans, gently simmered to create a savory, aromatic flavor.
Sour Cabbage Money EggA Chinese home-style dish made with eggs and sour cabbage, where eggs are fried into golden coins and stir-fried with the sour cabbage for a tangy, savory flavor.