Zhen Pin Ya Ju Private Kitchen (Taihu East Road Branch)
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.7
太湖东路常发豪庭花园18幢1号(常发豪庭北门)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 太湖东路常发豪庭花园18幢1号(常发豪庭北门). It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 12-Year-aged Huangdiao Drunk Crab, Lanzhou Lily Dish, Jiangnan Fish and Rice Paradise.
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: Changzhou
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: 太湖东路常发豪庭花园18幢1号(常发豪庭北门)
- Popular dishes: 12-Year-aged Huangdiao Drunk Crab, Lanzhou Lily Dish, Jiangnan Fish and Rice Paradise, Roast Squab, Private Recipe Roast Chicken
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Dishes
12-Year-aged Huangdiao Drunk CrabFresh crabs marinated in aged Huangdiao wine for 12 years, resulting in rich aroma and tender meat.
Lanzhou Lily DishA dish featuring Lanzhou's specialty lily bulbs, typically stir-fried or stewed with eggs or meat, offering a delicate and refreshing taste.
Jiangnan Fish and Rice ParadiseA signature Jiangnan dish featuring fresh perch steamed with glutinous rice, shrimp, and mushrooms, offering a delicate balance of fish freshness and rice aroma.
Roast SquabRoast squab is a dish primarily made with young pigeons as the main ingredient. After marinating, the squabs are roasted over charcoal or in an oven until the skin turns golden and crispy, while the meat remains tender and juicy. Aromatic spices can be added during roasting to enhance the flavor.
Private Recipe Roast ChickenA whole chicken marinated with secret spices and sauce, then slowly roasted to crispy skin and juicy meat.
Bamboo Tube Fish Head RiceFresh fish head steamed in a bamboo tube with aromatics, served over rice that absorbs the rich broth for a savory dish.
Premium Fish Head DishA delicately prepared dish featuring a fresh fish head simmered with tofu and aromatic ingredients, resulting in a rich, creamy broth and tender fish meat.
Premium Signature Chicken FeetTender chicken feet slow-cooked in a secret spice blend, served with a spicy sauce for rich flavor.
Premium Roasted SquabA delicately seasoned squab roasted to perfection, featuring crispy skin and tender meat.
Premium Beef CubesPremium Beef Cubes are made from high-quality beef tenderloin or sirloin, cut into uniform small cubes. The beef cubes are marinated and then cooked using high-temperature stir-frying or pan-searing to lock in juices, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior. They are often stir-fried with ingredients like black pepper, garlic slices, and bell peppers, seasoned primarily with savory and umami sauces to highlight the natural flavor and tenderness of the beef. The dish has a glossy appearance and firm, succulent texture, emphasizing precise heat control and the quality of the ingredients.
Premium Yaju Private KitchenA premium private kitchen dish featuring carefully selected ingredients and traditional Chinese cooking techniques, offering a rich and layered flavor experience.
Premium Fresh Meat Puff PastryPremium Fresh Meat Puff Pastry is a traditional Chinese layered pastry. It primarily uses high-quality pork foreleg meat as filling, which is hand-chopped and seasoned with a small amount of minced ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and sugar. The crust is made using a multi-layered water-oil pastry technique, repeatedly folded and rolled to create distinct layers. The pastry is baked until the exterior turns golden and flaky, with clear, separate layers, while the interior filling remains tender, juicy, and rich in meat flavor.
Mustard Crispy Shrimp with Fried DoughFresh shrimp stir-fried with crispy fried dough and a spicy mustard sauce, creating a bold, crunchy, and savory dish.
Huangshan Tender Bamboo Shoot WrappersHuangshan Tender Bamboo Shoot Wrappers is a Huizhou cuisine dish, primarily using the outermost tender sheaths (shells) of fresh spring bamboo shoots harvested from the Huangshan region. During preparation, the cleaned bamboo shoot wrappers are typically braised or steamed with slices of ham, shiitake mushrooms, and a rich broth, allowing the wrappers to fully absorb the savory flavors of the soup. The finished dish has a tender yet slightly chewy texture and carries the distinctive fresh aroma of bamboo shoots.