Lao Bai Family · Old Beijing Hot Pot · Lobster Grilling · Lamb Spine (Pujiang Hawaiian Plaza Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
No. 2378, Zhaolou Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 2378, Zhaolou Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Winter Melon, Thirteen-Spice Seasoning, Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen Spices.
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: Shanghai
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: No. 2378, Zhaolou Road
- Popular dishes: Winter Melon, Thirteen-Spice Seasoning, Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen Spices, Hot Lamb Soup, Beef Tripe
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Dishes
Winter MelonWinter melon is a refreshing vegetable dish with winter melon as the main ingredient. To prepare it, peel and cut the winter melon into pieces, which can be stewed with meat or seafood, stir-fried, or made into a soup. During cooking, the original flavor of the winter melon is preserved, showcasing its unique sweetness and tenderness.
Thirteen-Spice SeasoningShi San Xiang is a dish seasoned with multiple spices, using chicken, pork, or beef as main ingredients, along with葱,姜,蒜, and chili. Meat is marinated with Shi San Xiang powder and other seasonings, then stir-fried or braised to absorb flavor and aroma.
Spicy Crawfish with Thirteen SpicesSpicy crayfish with thirteen spices is primarily made from fresh crayfish, which are cleaned and then stir-fried with a blend of thirteen-spice seasoning, chili peppers, ginger, garlic, and other辅料. During preparation, the crayfish are typically blanched in boiling water to remove fishy odor, then the seasonings are fried in oil until fragrant before adding the crayfish for stir-frying. Finally, they are simmered until fully cooked, allowing the flavors to deeply penetrate.
Hot Lamb SoupHot lamb is a dish primarily made with fresh lamb meat, typically using lamb leg or lamb belly. The meat is cut into pieces, blanched in water to remove blood foam, then stewed with ingredients such as ginger slices and scallions to ensure the lamb is thoroughly cooked while remaining tender. A small amount of cooking wine can be added during cooking to remove fishy odor, and finally garnished with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, which is cleaned, sliced, and quickly stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger. The dish features distinct tripe slices with a tender yet slightly chewy texture.
Special Roast FishSpecial grilled fish is made with fresh fish as the main ingredient, combined with various spices and vegetables, then marinated and grilled. The fish meat is tender and the skin is crispy, paired with an abundance of side dishes, creating a unique flavor.
Special Lamb SkewersSpecial lamb skewers are made primarily from fresh lamb, cut into uniform small pieces and threaded onto bamboo skewers. After marinating with spices such as cumin, chili powder, salt, and onion, the meat becomes flavorful. During grilling, proper heat control ensures the lamb is crispy on the outside and tender inside, with a rich aroma.
OysterOysters, using fresh oysters as the main ingredient, are typically served with lemon juice or a special sauce. The preparation is simple: open the oyster shells, keep the half-shell containing the oyster meat, clean it thoroughly, and enjoy raw, or enhance the flavor with additional seasonings.
Red SoupRed broth made by simmering pork or chicken bones to create a rich stock, then adding tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, and other ingredients. Commonly served with tofu, meat, or seafood. The soup has a bright red color and a rich flavor.
Old Beijing Lamb Spine Hot PotOld Beijing羊蝎子 is a traditional Beijing dish featuring羊蝎子 (sheep spine bones) as the main ingredient. The dish is prepared by stewing, allowing the rich flavor of the羊蝎子 to fully infuse into the broth, while multiple spices and seasonings enhance the overall taste.
Garlic Cucumber SaladGarlic cucumber is a cold dish made primarily from cucumbers and garlic. After washing, the cucumbers are sliced or cut into strips, then mixed with minced garlic, salt, vinegar, and sesame oil. The preparation is simple and does not require heating.
Garlic Butter LobsterGarlic shrimp is made with fresh shrimp and lots of garlic paste. After cleaning, the shrimp are boiled or stir-fried and seasoned with garlic, scallions, and ginger to blend the garlic aroma with the shrimp's natural flavor.
Hot Pot Lamb SlicesA traditional dish featuring fresh mutton slices, vegetables, and seasonings cooked in a copper hot pot. Main ingredients include mutton, cabbage, vermicelli, and tofu, served with clear or bone broth for quick, high-heat cooking that keeps the meat tender and flavorful.
Snowflake Beef RollsSnowflake beef rolls are a delicacy made from high-quality beef slices, wrapped with a secret sauce and fresh vegetables. The beef slices are as thin as cicada wings, with clear marbling, and are rolled together with fresh vegetables before being dipped in the sauce. The dish offers a tender, juicy texture with rich layers of flavor.
Spicy CrawfishSpicy crayfish is made primarily from crayfish, cooked with a variety of spices including chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. It has a bright red color, rich aroma, tender shrimp meat, and a bold spicy and numbing flavor that is deeply loved by diners.
Reviews
- nebula_lupiniWent here with a friend the other night for a catch-up dinner and went back to this hotpot place we already knew we liked. The fresh tripe was honestly so good — super crispy and bouncy, just dip it in the broth a few seconds and it's soaked up all the flavor. And with their special house sauce it was even better. We got the private kitchen mushroom broth鸳鸯 pot thing (half spicy, half mushroom soup) and it was great — the spicy side had a real kick to it, and the mushroom broth was warm and easy on the stomach. Definitely enough food for two people. They have private rooms too so it's nice and quiet, perfect for hanging out with friends. Parking was easy, didn't have to drive around forever to find a spot. Big portions, lots of different ingredients to choose from, honestly just a really comfy meal overall.
