Chu Huai Lou (Zhicang Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.2
Food Trade Center No. 2, East China Food City
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at Food Trade Center No. 2, East China Food City. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pingqiao Tofu Soup, Osmanthus and Lily Stew, Huai'an Soft Noodles.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.2
- Address: Food Trade Center No. 2, East China Food City
- Popular dishes: Pingqiao Tofu Soup, Osmanthus and Lily Stew, Huai'an Soft Noodles, White-Cut Chicken, Braised Mixed Fish
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Dishes
Pingqiao Tofu SoupPingqiao Tofu Soup is a delicacy made with soft tofu as the main ingredient, combined with eggs, minced lean meat or shrimp. The tofu is diced and cooked with egg mixture and broth, thickened, seasoned, then garnished with green onions or cilantro.
Osmanthus and Lily StewA delicate Chinese dessert made by gently stewing lily bulbs with osmanthus flowers, resulting in a sweet, fragrant dish known for its soothing and nourishing qualities.
Huai'an Soft NoodlesHuai'an Soft Noodles is a traditional Jiangsu Huai'an dish primarily made with eel. After removing the bones, the eel is sliced into细 strips, slightly fried in oil, then stewed with seasonings such as yellow wine, soy sauce, and sugar until fully flavored. Finally, a slurry is added to thicken the sauce, resulting in tender, smooth eel strands and a rich, thick gravy.
White-Cut ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional Chinese dish made with tender chicken as the main ingredient, carefully prepared to preserve the original flavor of the meat. The preparation method mainly involves boiling the whole chicken until cooked, then cutting it into small pieces. The skin turns golden and tempting, while the meat remains fresh, tender, and juicy.
Braised Mixed FishBraised mixed fish is a Chinese dish featuring various types of fresh fish. After cleaning, the fish are pan-fried until lightly golden, then simmered with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine until tender and flavorful with a thick sauce.
Braised Pork MeatballsBraised pork meatballs, also known as 'Lion's Head,' is a classic Chinese dish primarily made with pork. The preparation involves mincing the pork, mixing it with seasonings, shaping it into large meatballs, and then braising them slowly in a rich sauce until the sauce thickens and the meatballs become tender and flavorful.
Bulrush VegetableBulrush vegetable is made from the tender stems of the cattail plant, commonly stir-fried or used in soups for a fresh, delicate flavor.
Egg Yolk Rice CrackersEgg yolk rice crackers are a traditional Chinese snack made from rice, baked into crispy rice crackers, then coated with fragrant egg yolk sauce. The crackers are crunchy while the egg yolk is smooth and creamy, creating a unique texture when combined.
ClamClams are a seafood dish primarily made with fresh clams. The preparation typically involves cleaning the clams and steaming or stir-frying them with seasonings such as garlic and ginger, to preserve their natural freshness and flavor.
Fish Head and Pickled Mustard Greens Dumpling SoupA savory Chinese soup featuring fish head broth, pickled mustard greens, and glutinous rice balls, offering a rich and comforting flavor.