Old Kitchen House (Zhichang Store)
其他美食 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 52, Zhichuan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, 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. 52, Zhichuan Road. It is a 其他美食 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 丁香鱼, Spicy Chopped Pepper Century Egg, Qianye 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: Suzhou
- Category: 其他美食
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 52, Zhichuan Road
- Popular dishes: 丁香鱼, Spicy Chopped Pepper Century Egg, Qianye Tofu, Baby bok choy, Tripe
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Dishes
丁香鱼丁香鱼是一道以小鱼为主要食材的菜肴,通常选用新鲜的小鱼如沙丁鱼或鳀鱼,经过清洗、腌制后油炸至酥脆。制作过程中可能加入少量调味料如盐、姜片等,使其具有独特的香气和口感。
Spicy Chopped Pepper Century EggSteamed egg custard with chopped chili is a cold dish made primarily from preserved eggs and chopped chili. Cut the preserved eggs into pieces, mix with chopped chili, add minced garlic, green onions, and seasonings, then chill for a while before serving.
Qianye TofuQianye tofu is made primarily from soy protein powder and starch, with a delicate and tender texture. To prepare, slice the Qianye tofu and then pan-fry, stir-fry, or grill until the surface turns golden brown, then serve with vegetables or other accompaniments.
Baby bok choyBaby bok choy is a small type of Chinese cabbage with a fresh and tender texture. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or simmering in clear soup. To prepare, first wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, then add appropriate seasonings and ingredients according to your chosen method, and stir-fry until soft or simmer until flavorful.
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.
Sichuan-style Pickled Chicken FeetSpicy pickled chicken feet is a cold dish made by marinating boiled chicken feet with spicy peppers, garlic, ginger, and green onions. The chicken feet are de-nailed, boiled until tender, then soaked in seasoned sauce to absorb flavor.
Sichuan-style Pickled Pepper Fish SkinSpicy pickled pepper fish skin is a dish primarily made with fish skin as the main ingredient and pickled chili peppers as the辅料. The fish skin is carefully processed to remove any fishy odor while preserving its smooth and tender texture. The spicy and sour flavor of the pickled chilies perfectly blends with the fish skin, creating a dish that offers both the freshness of the sea and the appetizing kick of the pickled peppers.
Beef TendonBeef tendon is a dish made primarily from牛's tendons, typically prepared by blanching, stewing, or braising to achieve a soft yet chewy texture. Common seasonings include green onions, ginger, soy sauce, and cooking wine, slowly simmered until fully flavored.
Frog LegsFrogs legs, known for their tender texture and delicious flavor, are the main ingredient in this dish. Typically stir-fried with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, and garlic, the frogs' legs are carefully cooked to achieve a tender and richly flavored result—making it a nutritious and delightful delicacy.
Marinated EdamameStewed soybeans is a traditional dish made primarily from fresh soybeans. The cooking process involves first boiling the soybeans, then soaking them in a specially prepared fermented brine to fully absorb the aromatic flavor. Finally, the beans are removed and drained before serving.
Spicy Oil Pig EarsSichuan-style cold dish made with boiled pig ears sliced and mixed with chili oil, garlic, green onions, chili powder, and Sichuan pepper.
Chicken gizzardChicken gizzard is a dish made from the stomach of chickens. The basic preparation method usually includes cleaning, boiling, and seasoning. Before cooking, it is typically marinated with salt or cooking wine, then cooked using methods such as stir-frying, stewing, or grilling, and finally enhanced with various spices to improve flavor.