Forest Alley Night Market
Home-style Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.3
Building A1, Huoju Sipian, Jiudaowan (opposite Muyuan Driving School)
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If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Building A1, Huoju Sipian, Jiudaowan (opposite Muyuan Driving School). It is a Home-style Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dongjiang Lake Sturgeon Fish, Hairtail Fish, Pressure-cooked spare ribs.
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: Home-style Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Building A1, Huoju Sipian, Jiudaowan (opposite Muyuan Driving School)
- Popular dishes: Dongjiang Lake Sturgeon Fish, Hairtail Fish, Pressure-cooked spare ribs, Spicy Frog Legs, Signature Spicy Crawfish Tails
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Dishes
Dongjiang Lake Sturgeon FishDongjiang Lake sturgeon fish is made from wild sturgeon sourced from Dongjiang Lake, prepared by steaming or stewing. The flesh is tender and rich in collagen, with a smooth texture and natural fragrance. The cooking process emphasizes preserving the original flavor with minimal seasoning.
Hairtail FishDiaozi fish is a dish made primarily from small fish, typically fresh small marine or freshwater fish, cleaned and marinated with salt and cooking wine, then cooked by frying, pan-frying, or steaming until tender and flavorful.
Pressure-cooked spare ribsStewed pork ribs is a dish made primarily with pork ribs, typically cooked in a pressure cooker with seasonings until tender and flavorful. Ginger, scallions, and cooking wine are commonly used to remove odor and enhance aroma, while some recipes add soy sauce and rock sugar for seasoning.
Spicy Frog LegsStir-fried frog legs with ginger, garlic, scallions, and chili, seasoned with soy sauce, cooking wine, and doubanjiang.
Signature Spicy Crawfish TailsFresh crawfish tails stir-fried with secret spices, delivering a rich, spicy flavor and tender texture—perfect for rice lovers.
Organic Guilu FishOrganic Guilu fish, raised in certified organic farms, is steamed or braised to preserve its tender texture. Main ingredient: organic Guilu fish; preparation method primarily steaming, highlighting natural flavor.
Organic Male FishFresh organic male fish steamed or braised, highlighting its tender texture and natural flavor with ginger, scallions, and garlic.
Firewood Organic FishFresh organic fish slow-cooked over wood fire, preserving its tender texture and natural flavor with simple seasonings.
Firewood Free-Range ChickenA free-range chicken slowly stewed over wood fire, resulting in tender meat and rich broth.
Xiang-style Crab with Fried Bread CrumbsFresh shrimp stir-fried with garlic, onion, chili, and breadcrumbs in a spicy, aromatic sauce—typical of Hunan cuisine.
Special Yellow Beef SkewersSpecial yellow beef skewers made with marinated beef chunks grilled over charcoal, offering a tender and flavorful experience.
Ecological Yellow Duck CallMade from ecologically raised yellow ducks, marinated and steamed. Tender meat with natural flavor and a subtle fragrance, highlighting the essence of the ingredient.
Spicy Curry PrawnSpicy curry prawns made with fresh river shrimp and aromatic curry sauce, offering a rich, spicy-sweet flavor.
Sautéed Crucian Carp on Iron PlatePan-fried crucian carp is a dish primarily made with crucian carp. After being cleaned and marinated with seasonings, the fish is cooked on a preheated iron plate until thoroughly done and coated with a delicious crispy aroma. It is typically prepared together with辅料 such as ginger slices, scallion segments, and garlic paste to enhance the flavor.
Spicy Beef Shank Hot PotA spicy hot pot featuring beef shank simmered in a rich, aromatic broth with chili and Sichuan pepper, perfect for warming up in winter.
Catfish HeadCatfish is a dish primarily made with catfish, typically marinated with ginger slices and scallions before steaming or braising. The preparation emphasizes keeping the fish tender, often seasoned with soy sauce, cooking wine, and a touch of sugar.
Tender Abalone CubesTender abalone cubes steamed with ginger and scallions, preserving the natural flavor and delicate texture of abalone.