Chuan Xi Tribe · Chengdu Old Hot Pot (Xietang Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.5
Second floor, Chuanfu Laozao Restaurant, Xietang Old Street, Songtao Street
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If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Second floor, Chuanfu Laozao Restaurant, Xietang Old Street, Songtao Street. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 9-Second Beef, Spicy Shrimp Skewers, Tender Beef.
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: Suzhou
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: Second floor, Chuanfu Laozao Restaurant, Xietang Old Street, Songtao Street
- Popular dishes: 9-Second Beef, Spicy Shrimp Skewers, Tender Beef, Angus Beef, Xiao Jun Gan
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Dishes
9-Second BeefA quick-cooked Chinese dish featuring tender beef slices blanched for about 9 seconds in boiling water, then seasoned with aromatics like ginger, garlic, and chili for a fresh, savory flavor.
Spicy Shrimp SkewersA dish of skewered shrimp marinated in spicy sauce and grilled or boiled, known for its bold flavor and tender texture.
Tender BeefTender beef is a dish made primarily with fresh beef, carefully marinated and then quickly stir-fried. The beef slices are tender and juicy, paired with适量 vegetables and seasonings to create an appealing color and aroma.
Angus BeefAngus beef is made from premium Angus beef and carefully prepared. The dish retains the original flavor of the beef, with tender meat and rich taste.
Xiao Jun GanXiao Jun Gan is a traditional dish made primarily from chicken gizzards or duck gizzards, carefully marinated and threaded onto bamboo skewers. It is cooked by grilling or frying until the outside turns golden and crispy while the inside remains tender and juicy. Finally, it can be sprinkled with seasonings to enhance its aroma.
Crispy Beef TripeSpicy beef tripe is a dish made from beef tripe, quickly blanched or stir-fried to retain its crisp texture, often cooked with garlic, chili, and green onion.
Crispy Beef TripeCrispy beef tripe is a dish made primarily from beef tripe, which is quickly blanched in boiling water to retain its crisp texture. It's commonly stir-fried with garlic, chili, and green onions, or used directly in hot pot.
Fresh Duck IntestinesFresh duck intestine is hand-cleaned to remove impurities and mucus, preserving its crisp texture. After washing, it's used in cold dishes or briefly blanched, then seasoned with garlic, chili oil, and cilantro.
Bamboo Shoot TipsBamboo shoot tips are the tender parts of fresh bamboo shoots, which can be stir-fried, braised, boiled in soup, or served cold after blanching or boiling. The main ingredient is bamboo shoot, and during preparation, it is often combined with meat, mushrooms, or vegetables to enhance flavor.
Refined Soup BaseA refined soup base made from premium ingredients like beef bones, chicken frames, dried scallops, and mushrooms, slowly simmered for rich flavor.
Beef RibBeef brisket is made from high-quality beef, finely sliced to show a marbled texture of fat and lean meat. It is commonly used in hot pot, barbecue, or stir-frying, offering a tender and juicy taste, making it an excellent choice among meat dishes.
Crispy TripeCrispy beef tripe is a dish made from fresh beef tripe, carefully processed and quickly stir-fried with specially prepared chili peppers and spices. The tripe is tender in texture and pleasantly crisp in mouthfeel.
Fresh Duck BloodFresh duck blood is a dish primarily made with fresh duck blood as the main ingredient. The duck blood is carefully processed to maintain its tender texture and is typically cooked simply with seasonings such as chili, scallions, ginger, and garlic to highlight the natural freshness of the duck blood.