Zhu Guangyu Hot Pot (Suzhou First Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
No. 181 Tayuan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 181 Tayuan Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dai-style Mixed Beef, 包子, Shredded Crab Stick.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 181 Tayuan Road
- Popular dishes: Dai-style Mixed Beef, 包子, Shredded Crab Stick, Bubble Fish Tofu, Tender Beef
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Dishes
Dai-style Mixed BeefFresh beef slices mixed with Dai-style spices like lemongrass, lime leaves, and chili for a tangy and spicy flavor.
包子Baozi is a type of Chinese dumpling made with a flour dough wrapper and filled with various ingredients. The main ingredients include flour, water, and fillings such as pork, beef, or vegetables. The dough is fermented, rolled into thin skins, filled, sealed by pinching the edges, and then steamed to cook.
Shredded Crab StickSpider crab stick salad is a dish made primarily with crab sticks, sliced into细丝 and stir-fried with vegetables like carrots and green peppers. The crab sticks are first blanched or pan-fried, then combined with prepared vegetables and seasoned appropriately.
Bubble Fish TofuBopo Fish Tofu is made with fresh, tender fish meat and soft tofu. The fish meat is carefully prepared and paired with smooth tofu to create a delicate texture. The dish is steamed or lightly boiled to preserve the natural flavors of the ingredients.
Tender BeefTender beef is a dish made primarily with fresh beef, carefully marinated and then quickly stir-fried or lightly seared. The beef is tender and smooth in texture, paired with适量 vegetables and seasonings to bring out the authentic, rich meat flavor.
Crispy Pork StripsSucculent pork slices, made from fatty pork belly, are marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. To prepare, the pork belly is sliced thinly, seasoned with salt, cooking wine, and five-spice powder, then fried in hot oil until perfectly crisp.
Beaten Lemon TeaBursting Lemon Tea is a beverage made primarily from fresh lemons and premium tea leaves. The lemons are sliced and thoroughly squeezed to release their vibrant acidity and aroma, then mixed with brewed tea and served chilled with ice cubes.
Qijiang Local Steamed BunQijiang local baozi is a traditional snack made by wrapping a filling primarily composed of pork, tofu, scallions, and ginger in dough and steaming it. The filling is mixed evenly, then wrapped in dough and shaped into a cone or round form before being steamed in a bamboo steamer.
Jasmine Lychee Grape CoolerA refreshing drink made with fresh lychee, green grapes, and jasmine tea, blended with ice for a sweet and floral taste.
Super Large Pan-Gu Fed Premium Fatty BeefThis dish features selected Pan-Gu fed fatty beef as the main ingredient. The beef is professionally butchered, choosing premium cuts with even marbling. The basic preparation involves pre-treating the large piece of beef, which may include simple marination or direct cooking. A common cooking method is quick grilling or pan-searing at high temperature to lock in juices, highlighting the beef's rich flavor and tender texture. It is typically served with basic dipping sauces or salt to present the original taste of the ingredient.
Sauced Meat BunThe meat bun is made with pork belly as the main ingredient, seasoned with sweet bean sauce and other seasonings to create the filling. The dough is fermented, filled with the mixture, and then steamed before serving.
Bull's Skin BeefA Chinese dish made with beef and beef skin, slow-cooked in a savory broth until tender and flavorful.
Bull-style Stir-fried BeefWang Bao cold-mixed beef is a chilled dish made with fresh beef sliced or shredded, marinated and mixed with scallions, ginger, garlic, cilantro, and seasoned with soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, and Sichuan pepper powder.
Inherited Dragon's Beard Bamboo ShootsA delicacy made from fresh bamboo shoots hand-peeled into fine threads and simmered in a special sauce, preserving traditional craftsmanship.