That Old Courtyard Northeast Cuisine (Yalu River Store)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.4
No. 27, Yalu River Street, Units 1–3
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shenyang, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 27, Yalu River Street, Units 1–3. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wild Fish from Dahu Fang Reservoir, Stewed Fish in Large Iron Pot, Kung Pao Chicken.
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: Shenyang
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 27, Yalu River Street, Units 1–3
- Popular dishes: Wild Fish from Dahu Fang Reservoir, Stewed Fish in Large Iron Pot, Kung Pao Chicken, Handmade Large Flower Bun, Signature Rooster Special
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Dishes
Wild Fish from Dahu Fang ReservoirFresh wild fish from the Dahu Fang Reservoir, steamed or braised to preserve its tender texture and natural flavor.
Stewed Fish in Large Iron PotStewed fish in a large iron pot is a dish featuring fresh fish with potatoes, vermicelli, and tofu, slowly cooked in a big iron pot. The fish is cleaned and combined with vegetables, then simmered with water or broth and seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and cooking wine until flavorful.
Kung Pao ChickenKung Pao Chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken, stir-fried with辅料 such as peanuts, scallions, ginger, garlic, and dried chili peppers. The chicken is cut into cubes, marinated, then quickly stir-fried with fried peanuts and seasonings to create a dish with a bright red color and tender, flavorful texture.
Handmade Large Flower BunHandmade large flower buns are made from flour, fermented with yeast, kneaded into dough, divided into portions, flattened, shaped by folding and pinching, then steamed. Soft, elastic, and beautifully shaped.
Signature Rooster SpecialSignature Rooster features a whole chicken marinated, deep-fried to crispy skin, then stir-fried with scallions, ginger, garlic, chili, and seasoned with secret sauce for rich flavor. Tender meat, aromatic and delicious.
MaoxuewangMaoxuewang is a specialty dish from Chongqing, primarily made with duck blood, soybean sprouts, eel slices, beef tripe, and black ox tripe. The ingredients are cooked in a spicy red oil broth seasoned with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, then finished by pouring hot oil over the top.
Cornmeal Pork Steamed DumplingsCornmeal pork steamed dumplings are made with cornmeal dough and a filling of minced pork seasoned with scallions, ginger, and other seasonings. The dumplings are steamed until cooked through, resulting in a slightly coarse outer texture and a savory, juicy interior with authentic Chinese home-style flavor.
Stone Pot TofuStoneware tofu is a dish primarily made with soft tofu, accompanied by fresh mushrooms, red peppers, and garlic. The tofu is cooked at high temperature in a stoneware pot, preserving its delicate texture while absorbing the fresh aroma of the ingredients, resulting in a unique flavor. Finally, a sauce is drizzled over the dish, enhancing its delicious taste.
Classic Sweet and Sour PorkOld-fashioned Sweet and Sour Pork is a classic Chinese dish made with pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sauce made from sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce, resulting in a bright red color, a balanced sweet-and-sour flavor, and tender, juicy meat.
Old Courtyard Big NoodlesA traditional Chinese cold dish made with wide rice noodles, vegetables, and a tangy spicy sauce, known for its refreshing and satisfying texture.
Special Roast RoosterA flavorful roasted rooster made with fresh chicken and a secret sauce, tender and aromatic.
Green Pepper and Pork SlicesGreen pepper and pork slices is a Chinese dish made with pork tenderloin and green peppers. The pork is marinated, then stir-fried with diced green peppers and seasonings like soy sauce, cooking wine, and starch until the meat is tender and the peppers are crisp.