Yan Xiaomei Old Hot Pot
Hot pot · ⭐
No. 5 Yejin Lu
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, 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 No. 5 Yejin Lu. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spam, Stir-fried Squid, Tripe.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating:
- Address: No. 5 Yejin Lu
- Popular dishes: Spam, Stir-fried Squid, Tripe, Spicy Soup Base, Lotus Root Slices
China trip · China travel
Traveling in China? For your China trip and China travel needs—finding great food, discovering beautiful sights, ordering dishes, and communicating—Dragon Mate can handle it all. Dragon Mate is the most useful assistant for traveling in China.

Dishes
SpamSpam is a canned food product made primarily from pork, processed through grinding, seasoning, and steaming. It has a fine texture and delicious taste, commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, barbecue dishes, or eaten directly sliced.
Stir-fried SquidFried squid is a dish made by soaking dried squid, then blanching or stir-frying it. Main ingredient is dried squid, with scallions and ginger as seasonings. Soak dried squid in water until soft, clean, slice or cut into strips, then cook.
TripeTripe, primarily made from the rumen of cattle, is finely processed to achieve a tender texture. It is typically sliced and served with spicy hot pot or cold dressing, offering a crisp and refreshing taste—making it a popular choice in hot pot dishes.
Spicy Soup BaseSpicy broth base made with beef tallow, chili, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang, simmered with stock. Common ingredients include garlic, ginger, scallions, star anise, and cinnamon to enhance flavor.
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are a refreshing dish made from fresh lotus roots, sliced thinly and cooked. The preparation typically involves gently stir-frying or simmering the slices to maintain their crisp and tender texture, while a small amount of seasoning enhances the natural sweetness and freshness of the lotus root.
Fizzy Tofu CubesFizzy tofu is a dish made primarily from dried tofu. The tofu is sliced, fried until the surface bubbles, then stir-fried with seasonings like soy sauce, sugar, and garlic. It's crispy outside and tender inside with rich texture.
Crispy Pork MeatballsSour meat is a traditional dish primarily made with pork belly. To prepare it, pork belly is sliced thinly, marinated, and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It can be served with seasonings, offering a crunchy texture and delicious meat flavor.
Cilantro MeatballsCilantro meatballs are made by mixing pork mince with chopped cilantro, minced葱姜, egg, and seasonings, then shaping into balls and frying or boiling.
Chicken FeetChicken feet are made from chicken legs, cleaned, blanched to remove odor, then cooked by stewing, braising, or simmering until tender and flavorful. Common seasonings include ginger, scallions, star anise, and soy sauce.
Duck IntestinesDuck intestine, made primarily from fresh duck intestines, is carefully cleaned and processed to maintain its tender texture. It can typically be paired with various seasonings and cooking methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or grilling, creating a variety of delicious dishes. Its unique texture and rich nutrition make duck intestine one of the ingredients beloved by many diners.