Wai Tanhui (Guangdong Road Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.9
6th Floor, Waitan No. 5, No. 20 Guangdong Road (northwest corner of Guangdong Road and Zhongshan East 1st 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 6th Floor, Waitan No. 5, No. 20 Guangdong Road (northwest corner of Guangdong Road and Zhongshan East 1st Road). It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three-Cup Chicken, Shanghai Smoked Fish, Tai Tiao Cashew Crisp.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.9
- Address: 6th Floor, Waitan No. 5, No. 20 Guangdong Road (northwest corner of Guangdong Road and Zhongshan East 1st Road)
- Popular dishes: Three-Cup Chicken, Shanghai Smoked Fish, Tai Tiao Cashew Crisp, Wagyu Beef and Abalone Rice Bowl, Bund One-Bite Beef
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Dishes
Three-Cup ChickenThree-cup chicken is a dish made with chicken thighs or breast meat, seasoned with equal parts sesame oil, rice wine, and light soy sauce. During cooking, the chicken is first cut into pieces and marinated, then combined with sesame oil, rice wine, and light soy sauce, slowly simmered until the chicken is fully cooked and infused with flavor, and finally reduced to coat the ingredients thoroughly.
Shanghai Smoked FishShanghai smoked fish is a Chinese dish made primarily with grass carp or carp. The fish is cut into pieces, deep-fried until golden brown, then simmered in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, and yellow wine until fully flavored. Finally, sesame seeds are sprinkled on top. The cooking process emphasizes precise temperature control to achieve tender, juicy meat with a crispy exterior and a bright red color.
Tai Tiao Cashew CrispA Chinese snack made with cured pork skin and cashews, deep-fried or baked to a crispy texture with a savory-sweet flavor.
Wagyu Beef and Abalone Rice BowlA premium dish featuring Wagyu beef and fresh abalone simmered in rice, resulting in a rich, savory flavor and tender texture.
Bund One-Bite BeefA fusion dish featuring tender beef slices quickly pan-seared and served with a special sauce and vegetables, offering a rich and satisfying bite.
Almond CakeHandmade almond cake made with almond powder, eggs, sugar, and flour, baked to a crispy exterior and soft, fragrant interior.
Oil Vinegar Dressing Yunnan Cucumber SlawA refreshing cold dish made with Yunnan cucumber slices dressed in a light oil and vinegar sauce, crisp and tangy.
Creamy Baby Bok Choy SoupA delicate soup made with baby bok choy and rich broth, offering a smooth, savory flavor.
300-Day Free-Range Chicken Stew 298 YuanSelected free-range chicken raised for 300 days, slow-cooked to make a clear soup with tender meat. Main ingredients include chicken, ginger, and scallions, prepared by traditional stewing.
Assorted Dim Sum PlatterA dim sum platter typically includes various small dishes made from flour, glutinous rice flour, pork, shrimp, and vegetables, prepared by steaming, frying, or pan-frying. Common items include Xiao Long Bao, spring rolls, shaomai, and sticky rice chicken.
Tieguanyin Pudding with Homemade Square CakeTieguanyin pudding paired with homemade square cake, made with Tieguanyin tea broth and handcrafted square cake. The pudding is smooth with a tea fragrance, while the cake is crispy on the outside and soft inside, sweet with a hint of salt.
Pan-Fried Handmade Shrimp CakesFresh shrimp is minced and mixed with egg white, starch, and seasonings, then shaped into patties and pan-fried until golden brown for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Lobster Mapo TofuLobster Mapo Tofu is a fusion dish featuring tofu, lobster, and minced beef. Tofu cubes are boiled, then stir-fried with seasoned beef, doubanjiang, Sichuan pepper powder, garlic, and ginger, simmered in water or broth, and thickened. Lobster meat is added to enhance the flavor.