Encounter Chang'an · Famous Shaanxi Cuisine (Gaoshan Liushui Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.5
3rd Floor, Wanda Plaza, No. 8 Yanta North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 3rd Floor, Wanda Plaza, No. 8 Yanta North Road. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Fennel Tossed Pancake, Osmanthus Jelly Cake, Brush Cake.
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: Xi'an
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: 3rd Floor, Wanda Plaza, No. 8 Yanta North Road
- Popular dishes: Fennel Tossed Pancake, Osmanthus Jelly Cake, Brush Cake, Lamb Skewers, Sweet and Sour Pork
China trip · China travel
Traveling in China? For your China trip and China travel needs—finding great food, discovering beautiful sights, ordering dishes, and communicating—Dragon Mate can handle it all. Dragon Mate is the most useful assistant for traveling in China.
Dishes
Fennel Tossed PancakeA Chinese dish made by mixing fresh fennel with pancakes, seasoned with scallions and garlic for a refreshing taste.
Osmanthus Jelly CakeGuìhuā Liánggāo is a traditional dessert made from glutinous rice flour and sticky rice flour, mixed with water to form a paste, then steamed. After cooling, it's cut into pieces and drizzled with a syrup made from sugar and osmanthus flowers for a fragrant flavor.
Brush CakeMao Bi Su is a pastry made primarily from flour, formed by kneading, rolling, filling, and frying. Shaped like a brush, it has a crispy outer layer and sweet fillings such as red bean or lotus paste.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Sweet and Sour PorkSweet and sour pork tenderloin is a Chinese dish made with pork tenderloin, coated in starch paste, deep-fried until crispy outside and tender inside, then stir-fried quickly with a seasoned vinegar sauce (vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, scallions, ginger, garlic). The dish has a bright red color, balanced sweet-sour taste, and smooth, tender meat.
Tofu Skin and Beef Tripe Hot PotA dish featuring tofu skin and beef tripe quickly cooked in a hot pot, offering a fresh and savory taste.
Hulu ChickenA traditional Chinese dish made by marinating a whole chicken with spices and deep-frying it until crispy outside and tender inside.
Fermented Oil CakeA traditional Chinese dough dish made from fermented dough, filled with scallions and salt, then pan-fried in oil until golden brown, offering a crispy exterior and soft interior.
Iron Pot Fresh Fish SkewersA dish featuring fresh fish and vegetables simmered in an iron pot, resulting in tender fish and rich broth.
Chang'an Pan-Fried DumplingsA savory pan-fried dumpling made with pork and cabbage, featuring a crispy bottom and juicy filling.
Chang'an Nianpi ZiChang'an Nianpi Zi is a Shaanxi specialty snack made from wheat flour sheets, served with chili oil, vinegar, garlic, and vegetables like bean sprouts and cucumber, offering a refreshing and spicy taste.
Fragrant Tofu and FishA dish featuring tender tofu and fresh fish fillets stir-fried with green onions, offering a delicate texture and aromatic flavor.