Bandayao Grilled Fish (Zhonglou Open Mall Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.7
No. 6 Jiefang Market, Nan Dajie; 7th Floor, Kaiyuan Shopping Mall; proceed straight after the left-hand sightseeing elevator
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 No. 6 Jiefang Market, Nan Dajie; 7th Floor, Kaiyuan Shopping Mall; proceed straight after the left-hand sightseeing elevator. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Ice Jelly, Ban Tian Yao Grilled Fish, Grilled Pork with Large Skewers.
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: Xi'an
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: No. 6 Jiefang Market, Nan Dajie; 7th Floor, Kaiyuan Shopping Mall; proceed straight after the left-hand sightseeing elevator
- Popular dishes: Ice Jelly, Ban Tian Yao Grilled Fish, Grilled Pork with Large Skewers, Sichuan-style Crispy Pork, Mixed Vegetables Platter
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Dishes
Ice JellyIce jelly is a traditional dessert made from ice jelly seeds, processed into transparent gel-like blocks. To prepare it, the blocks are cut into细条 or small pieces and mixed with ingredients such as brown sugar syrup, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and fruit pieces. It has a smooth, refreshing texture that cools and refreshes the body.
Ban Tian Yao Grilled FishBan Tian Yao烤鱼 uses fresh fish as the main ingredient, paired with vegetables such as bean sprouts, potato slices, and lotus root slices. After marinating, it is grilled over charcoal or an electric grill. A secret sauce is added during grilling to infuse flavor into the fish meat while creating a slightly crispy skin.
Grilled Pork with Large SkewersChar siu is a grilled dish primarily made with pork, typically using belly or lean meat. The meat is sliced thickly, marinated with seasonings, and then grilled on bamboo skewers or metal forks. Common seasonings include soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, garlic, and ginger slices. It is grilled until the surface is fragrant and crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy.
Sichuan-style Crispy PorkChuan-style crispy pork is a dish made with pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced, coated in starch and egg, then deep-fried until golden and crunchy. It's stir-fried with scallions, ginger, garlic, doubanjiang, and chili to absorb the flavorful sauce.
Mixed Vegetables PlatterSeasonal vegetable platter is a dish made from a selection of fresh, seasonal vegetables. The vegetables are carefully washed and cut into bite-sized pieces, preserving their natural flavors. With simple seasoning and elegant presentation, it offers a colorful and diverse taste experience, making it an excellent choice for healthy eating.
Sichuan-style Pickled Pepper Fish SkinSpicy pickled pepper fish skin is a dish primarily made with fish skin as the main ingredient and pickled chili peppers as the辅料. The fish skin is carefully processed to remove any fishy odor while preserving its smooth and tender texture. The spicy and sour flavor of the pickled chilies perfectly blends with the fish skin, creating a dish that offers both the freshness of the sea and the appetizing kick of the pickled peppers.
Refreshing Kelp StripsRefreshing seaweed strips is a cold dish primarily made with seaweed. After soaking, the seaweed is sliced into fine strands and seasoned with garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a small amount of sugar, then mixed well before serving.
Sauce-Flavored Grilled FishSauce-flavored grilled fish is made with fresh fish as the main ingredient, marinated in a secret sauce and then grilled. The fish meat is tender, the skin is crispy and fragrant, and the sauce aroma is rich. Paired with a variety of vegetables and spices, it delivers a unique and delicious flavor.
Sichuan Pepper Grilled FishGreen Sichuan pepper grilled fish is made with fresh fish as the main ingredient, seasoned with green Sichuan pepper, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other spices, then grilled. The fish meat is tender and fresh, while the aromatic freshness of the green Sichuan pepper blends perfectly with the savory aroma of the grilled fish, creating a unique flavor.
Spicy Grilled FishSpicy grilled fish is a dish made primarily with fish, combined with various spices and seasonings and grilled to perfection. After marinating, the fish is placed on a grill and cooked until golden and crispy on the outside, spicy and numbing on the skin, while remaining tender and juicy inside. Paired with an array of accompaniments, it delivers a unique and unforgettable flavor.