Hongtao Garden · Seafood Qingdao Cuisine · Balyu Dumplings (Shunhe Road Branch)
鱼鲜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 217-21, Shunhe Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Qingdao, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 217-21, Shunhe Road. It is a 鱼鲜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Chicken Neck Delight, Spicy麻 Chicken, Fried Chicken Neck.
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: Qingdao
- Category: 鱼鲜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 217-21, Shunhe Road
- Popular dishes: Chicken Neck Delight, Spicy麻 Chicken, Fried Chicken Neck, Private Recipe Cod Fish, Secret-Recipe Tofu
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Dishes
Chicken Neck DelightA flavorful dish made from chicken necks, marinated and braised with spices for a rich, aromatic taste.
Spicy麻 ChickenSpicy麻 chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken and seasoned with Sichuan pepper, green onion, ginger, and other ingredients. The chicken is carefully prepared to ensure a tender texture, then drizzled with a specially crafted spicy麻 sauce, making the entire dish rich in numbing and fragrant flavors with a unique taste.
Fried Chicken NeckFried chicken neck is a deep-fried dish made primarily from chicken necks. After marinating, the necks are coated in starch or batter and fried until golden and crispy. The exterior is crunchy while the inside remains tender and flavorful.
Private Recipe Cod FishA dish made with fresh cod fish, steamed or braised with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and cooking wine, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.
Secret-Recipe TofuSpicy tofu is a dish made primarily from soft tofu, seasoned and cooked by frying, stir-frying, or stewing. Common seasonings include soy sauce, cooking wine, garlic, and ginger; some recipes add minced meat, mushrooms, or greens for enhanced flavor.
Classic Lion's Head MeatballsA traditional Chinese dish made with seasoned pork meatballs, often simmered in broth for a rich, tender flavor.
Eggplant Stewed with Sea CucumberA dish made by stewing eggplant and sea cucumber together, resulting in a savory and tender flavor.
Sour and Spicy SoupHot and sour soup is a Chinese soup dish primarily made with ingredients such as wood ear mushrooms, tofu, eggs, and pork. The preparation involves slicing the ingredients and using either broth or water as a base, then adding vinegar and chili to create a tangy and spicy flavor. Finally, the soup is thickened with a slurry to achieve a rich, viscous consistency.
Leek DumplingA steamed dumpling filled with fresh leeks and meat, known for its savory aroma and soft texture.
Crispy Fried ShrimpCrispy fried shrimp dish made with fresh large shrimp, marinated and coated in starch or batter, then deep-fried until golden and crunchy. Tender shrimp meat with a crispy golden crust, offering distinct texture layers.
Prosperity in HeadHongyun Dangtou is a traditional delicacy primarily made from pork head meat, carefully prepared to yield tender meat and an aromatic flavor. The preparation involves cleaning the pork head, slow stewing, and seasoning, resulting in a dish with a bright red color and a shape resembling 'Hongyun Dangtou' (literally 'Good Fortune on Top').