Zijia Zao Tou · Ningbo Old Taste
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 169, Qinghe Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 169, Qinghe Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Ningbo Old Three Fresh, Ningbo Eel Strips, Signature Braised Pork Belly.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 169, Qinghe Road
- Popular dishes: Ningbo Old Three Fresh, Ningbo Eel Strips, Signature Braised Pork Belly, Oil渣 Taro Soup, Fried Taro Soup
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Dishes
Ningbo Old Three FreshA traditional Ningbo dish featuring fresh shrimp, fish, and meat, simmered with mushrooms and bamboo shoots in a savory broth.
Ningbo Eel StripsNing-style eel丝 is a traditional Ningbo dish from Zhejiang, featuring eel as the main ingredient. The boneless eel is sliced and stir-fried with wood ear mushrooms and green peppers, then seasoned and tossed evenly for a tender texture and rich flavors.
Signature Braised Pork BellySignature braised pork belly is a traditional delicacy made primarily with pork belly. The pork belly is cut into cubes, first pan-fried until slightly golden, then simmered slowly with caramelized sugar, cooking wine, soy sauce, and other seasonings until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens.
Oil渣 Taro SoupA Chinese soup made with taro and pork cracklings, simmered until creamy and seasoned for a savory flavor.
Fried Taro SoupA Chinese soup made by frying taro and simmering it in broth, resulting in a soft, creamy texture with a crispy exterior.
Sichuan-style Frog with Pickled ChiliSichuan-style pickled chili frog is a dish primarily made with frog meat and pickled chilies. The preparation involves cooking the prepared frog with pickled chilies, garlic, ginger, and other seasonings to achieve a spicy and sour flavor.
Braised Mixed FishBraised mixed fish is a Chinese dish featuring various types of fresh fish. After cleaning, the fish are pan-fried until lightly golden, then simmered with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine until tender and flavorful with a thick sauce.
Red Wine Stuffed Glutinous Rice BallsA traditional sweet dish made of glutinous rice balls stuffed with red wine-infused fillings, steamed to perfection for a soft texture and rich flavor.
Crispy Skin PigeonCrispy-skinned squab is a delicacy made primarily from young pigeons. After marinating, the birds are coated with a special crispy skin solution and then roasted. The finished dish features a crispy outer skin and tender, juicy meat with an aromatic fragrance.
Scallion Oil Zhoushan Swimming CrabFresh Zhoushan swimming crab stir-fried with scallions and special scallion oil, resulting in tender meat and rich aroma.
Sauced Blue CrabStewed blue crab is a dish made primarily from fresh blue crabs, marinated with a specially prepared sauce. The tender meat of the blue crab blends perfectly with the sauce, creating a unique flavor. The preparation process mainly includes cleaning the crabs, preparing the sauce, and marinating. The final result is a visually appealing and richly textured delicacy.
Spicy Sour Fish in Golden SoupGolden sour cabbage fish features tender fish meat and tangy pickled mustard greens, served in a rich golden broth. The fish is sliced thinly, the pickled mustard greens chopped, and both are simmered with spices and seasonings until the broth becomes deeply flavorful and the fish is perfectly cooked, showcasing an enticing golden hue.
Grilled Ribeye SteakSkillet beef short ribs are a dish featuring beef short ribs as the main ingredient, marinated and seared on a hot skillet to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior. Typically cooked with onions and green peppers, the high heat of the skillet quickly cooks the ingredients while locking in juices.