Ban Tian Yao Grilled Fish (Hexie Plaza Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.8
4th Floor, Hexie Plaza, Jing Shi Road (left of Xingjuhui KTV)
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 4th Floor, Hexie Plaza, Jing Shi Road (left of Xingjuhui KTV). It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Ban Tian Yao Grilled Fish, Grilled Pork with Large Skewers, Lucky Lucky 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: Jinan
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: 4th Floor, Hexie Plaza, Jing Shi Road (left of Xingjuhui KTV)
- Popular dishes: Ban Tian Yao Grilled Fish, Grilled Pork with Large Skewers, Lucky Lucky Skewers, Wide Rice Noodles, Crispy Pork Strips
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Dishes
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.
Lucky Lucky SkewersGrilled skewers made with beef, lamb, and vegetables, marinated and charred over charcoal for a savory, aromatic flavor—symbolizing good fortune.
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles, a broad ribbon-shaped vermicelli made from sweet potato starch. Typically, the wide rice noodles are soaked in warm water to soften them before being stir-fried or added to soups with meats and vegetables. They have a smooth, tender texture that absorbs broth well, enhancing the overall flavor.
Crispy Pork StripsSucculent pork slices, made from fatty pork belly, are marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. To prepare, the pork belly is sliced thinly, seasoned with salt, cooking wine, and five-spice powder, then fried in hot oil until perfectly crisp.
PopcornPopcorn is made by heating corn kernels until they burst, creating a light and fluffy snack. The main ingredients are corn kernels and cooking oil. To prepare it, the corn kernels are placed in hot oil and heated until they expand and pop. Salt, sugar, or other seasonings can be added afterward.
自助小零食自助小零食通常包含多种加工过的食材,如坚果、薯片、饼干、肉干、果脯等,通过烘烤、油炸或腌制等方式制成,便于食用和储存。
Fennel Oil StickFennel oil sticks are a traditional Chinese pastry made by mixing fresh fennel, finely chopped, with flour and water to form a batter. The mixture is then shaped into strips using a specific mold or technique and deep-fried until golden and crispy. They have an appealing appearance and a fragrant, crunchy texture.
Tofu SkinTofu skin is a thin sheet made from soybeans, formed as a film on heated soy milk and dried. It requires precise control of heat and time to achieve a flexible, elastic texture. Can be eaten directly or used in stir-fries, salads, or as wrappers for rolls.
Enoki MushroomEnoki mushrooms, using fresh enoki mushrooms as the main ingredient, are typically stir-fried or steamed with seasonings such as garlic and chili, preserving their tender texture and nutritional value—a quick and popular home-cooked dish.
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.
Fish tofuFish tofu is made primarily from fresh, tender fish meat and soft tofu, finely mixed and then steamed or boiled to achieve a delicate, white, and smooth texture.