Wanguo Chun · Zhijin Tang Nanjing Cuisine (Laomen Dong Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.8
No. 12, Taojia Lane
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 12, Taojia Lane. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Eight Treasures Boiled Vermicelli, Large Meat Noodles, Hand-Deboned Crab Paste Simmered Tofu.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: No. 12, Taojia Lane
- Popular dishes: Eight Treasures Boiled Vermicelli, Large Meat Noodles, Hand-Deboned Crab Paste Simmered Tofu, Hand-Deconstructed Crab Roe Simmered Tofu, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
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Dishes
Eight Treasures Boiled VermicelliBazhen Zhu Gan Si is a dish made from tofu threads combined with eight precious ingredients: ham, chicken breast, shrimp, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, sea cucumber, and abalone. Tofu is sliced into fine threads, blanched, then simmered in broth with the ingredients to blend flavors.
Large Meat NoodlesDaren noodles are a Chinese dish made with noodles and slow-cooked pork. Key ingredients include lean pork (often belly pork), noodles, scallions, ginger, soy sauce, and salt. The pork is cut into pieces and stewed until tender, then served over cooked noodles with the rich broth and meat, garnished with chopped scallions.
Hand-Deboned Crab Paste Simmered TofuFresh tofu simmered with hand-picked crab paste in clear broth. The tofu absorbs the rich crab flavor, offering a smooth texture and savory-sweet taste.
Hand-Deconstructed Crab Roe Simmered TofuFresh crab roe is gently simmered with soft tofu, creating a rich and delicate dish.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Osmanthus Taro with Sugar SyrupGuìhuā Táng Yùmiáo is a dessert primarily made with taro. The taro is boiled and mashed into a paste, then cooked with sugar and water until thickened, and finally sprinkled with osmanthus flowers to enhance its fragrance. Careful control of heat during preparation ensures a smooth and soft texture.
Sea Cucumber and Pork Stir-FryA Chinese home-style dish featuring sea cucumber and pork belly, stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce for a savory, tender flavor.
Salted DuckSalted duck is a traditional dish made primarily from fresh ducks, prepared by curing and boiling. The duck is marinated with salt, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and other seasonings for several hours to overnight, then boiled in water to preserve the tenderness and original flavor of the duck meat.
Steamed Child's CakeSteamed child's cake is a traditional Chinese sweet made primarily from glutinous rice, with a touch of sugar and ingredients like red dates, steamed to achieve a soft, sticky texture. It is small in size and often served as a snack for children or during festivals.
Corn and Bean Stir-Fried ChickenA classic Chinese dish featuring tender chicken, corn kernels, and green beans stir-fried together for a savory, balanced flavor.
Nanjing Roast DuckNanjing roast duck is made from Beijing ducks, which are marinated and then roasted in a hanging oven. Before roasting, the duck is inflated to separate the skin from the meat, then coated with sugar water to enhance color and crispiness. It is finally slow-roasted over fruitwood charcoal until the skin turns golden and crispy while the meat remains tender and juicy. When serving, it is sliced thinly and wrapped in lotus leaf pancakes with sweet bean sauce, scallion strips, and cucumber sticks.
Rainflower Stone TangyuanA traditional Jiangnan sweet dumpling made from glutinous rice flour and filled with red bean or sesame paste, named for its translucent appearance resembling rainflower stones.
Soybean Skin Noodles with Sesame OilA cold dish made from shredded tofu skin dressed with sesame oil, soy sauce, and scallions. Delicate and fragrant, it's a classic in Jiangnan cuisine.
Black Pepper Baked Huai'an Soft NoodlesMade from Huai'an soft intestines, seasoned with black pepper and garlic, then baked. Tender texture with rich black pepper aroma and slightly spicy-savory flavor.
Black Pepper Eel Stir-fryA dish made with tender eel stir-fried in black pepper and seasonings, known for its rich flavor and smooth texture.