Tao Da Chuan Za Za Beef Street-side Hot Pot (Happy颂 Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.0
Room 101, Building 2, Greenland Happy Ode
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Jinan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Room 101, Building 2, Greenland Happy Ode. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Potato Slices, Signature Roast Duck Hot Pot, Tripe Strips.
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: Jinan
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: Room 101, Building 2, Greenland Happy Ode
- Popular dishes: Potato Slices, Signature Roast Duck Hot Pot, Tripe Strips, Spicy Beef Bits, Pork Minced Meat
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Dishes
Potato SlicesPotato slices are a simple home-style dish, with potatoes as the main ingredient. The method involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them thinly, and then cooking them by stir-frying, frying, or baking. During cooking, garlic slices and chili peppers are often added to enhance flavor, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Signature Roast Duck Hot PotA spicy hot pot featuring marinated roast duck and vegetables, simmered in a rich, aromatic broth.
Tripe StripsA cold dish made from beef tripe, sliced and briefly blanched in boiling water until curled, then chilled to retain crispness. Mixed with garlic, cilantro, chili oil, Sichuan pepper powder, soy sauce, and vinegar.
Spicy Beef BitsZha Zha Beef is a dish featuring beef as the main ingredient, typically using beef shank or brisket. After cutting into pieces, it's stir-fried with bean sprouts, onions, and green peppers. First, blanch the beef to remove odor, then sauté garlic, ginger, and chili in oil. Add the beef and stir-fry, followed by quick cooking with vegetables and seasoning.
Pork Minced MeatA dish made from finely minced pork, seasoned and stir-fried with aromatics like garlic and ginger, commonly used in noodles, rice dishes, or as a filling.
Stewed Pork Slices with Hot Oil in Clay PotA dish of pork slices stewed in a clay pot and finished with a pour of hot oil for aroma and flavor.
Braised Pork and Vermicelli in Clay PotStewed minced pork with vermicelli is a dish made primarily from pork mince and vermicelli. After stir-frying the pork, seasonings are added, then the softened vermicelli is cooked in a clay pot to absorb the meat juices, resulting in a soft and chewy texture. Scallions and ginger are typically added for flavor.
Braised Eggplant with Minced PorkStewed eggplant with minced pork is a dish where eggplant slices are cooked with fragrant minced pork in a clay pot, absorbing the rich flavor and becoming soft and tender.
Spicy Mapo Tofu in Clay PotSpicy Mapo Tofu is a dish made primarily from tofu, combined with minced meat and fermented broad bean paste, among other seasonings. The tofu is cut into cubes and slowly simmered in a clay pot with the sautéed minced meat and broad bean paste, allowing the flavors to fully penetrate the tofu, resulting in a rich, spicy, numbing, savory, and aromatic taste.
Secret SauceA secret recipe dipping sauce is a carefully crafted accompaniment made from a blend of spices and seasonings. Key ingredients include soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, chili, and sesame, mixed in specific proportions to create a rich, layered flavor profile. Ideal for pairing with various grilled meats and hot pot ingredients, it enhances the natural taste of food and adds joy to the dining experience.
Glass NoodlesGlass noodles are thin, elongated food products primarily made from mung bean, sweet potato, or potato starch, and are produced by steaming and sun-drying. During preparation, the starch slurry is heated to solidify, then cut into fine strands and dried. Before eating, they must be soaked in warm water and can be stir-fried, boiled, mixed, or used in soups, often paired with meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Beef RibBeef brisket is made from high-quality beef, finely sliced to show a marbled texture of fat and lean meat. It is commonly used in hot pot, barbecue, or stir-frying, offering a tender and juicy taste, making it an excellent choice among meat dishes.
Sichuan Pepper Waterfall Pork SlicesPork tenderloin slices are quickly blanched and stir-fried with a special Sichuan pepper sauce and toasted Sichuan pepper oil. The dish features tender texture, intense Sichuan pepper aroma, and a spicy-numbing flavor with sauce cascading over the meat.
Fresh Cut BeefFresh-cut beef is a dish made primarily from fresh beef, finely sliced to preserve its natural flavor. The preparation is simple, relying mainly on the inherent freshness of the beef, which is quickly stir-fried or grilled with just the right amount of seasoning to highlight its tender and juicy texture.