Lao Tongguo Old Beijing Hot Pot (Changfa Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.5
3rd Floor, Changfa Plaza
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 3rd Floor, Changfa Plaza. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Official Hat Lamb, Three Sheep Prosperity, Fresh Hand-Cut Lamb.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: 3rd Floor, Changfa Plaza
- Popular dishes: Official Hat Lamb, Three Sheep Prosperity, Fresh Hand-Cut Lamb, Signature Lamb Spine, Grilled Lamb Skewers
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Dishes
Official Hat LambA dish featuring tender lamb leg meat stewed with yam and carrot, served in a rich broth. Named for its hat-like appearance, it offers a savory and aromatic flavor.
Three Sheep ProsperitySan Yang Kai Tai is a dish primarily made with mutton, typically using lamb leg, shoulder, or belly meat, combined with vegetables such as carrots and potatoes and slow-cooked together. First, the mutton is cut into pieces and blanched to remove any odor, then it is simmered with seasonings and vegetables over low heat until the meat becomes tender and the broth rich and flavorful.
Fresh Hand-Cut LambHand-cut fresh mutton, made from freshly selected lamb and meticulously sliced by hand. The mutton slices are as thin as cicada wings, cooking instantly in the pot while preserving the meat's tenderness and nutritional value. With a simple hot pot method, you can savor the authentic flavor of the mutton.
Signature Lamb SpineSignature lamb spine is a dish primarily featuring lamb spine as the main ingredient. The lamb spine is first marinated, then slowly stewed with specific spices and seasonings until the meat becomes tender and the marrow is smooth and flavorful.
Grilled Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made primarily from fresh lamb, cut into uniform small pieces and threaded onto bamboo or metal skewers. After marinating, they are slowly grilled over charcoal, turning frequently to ensure even heating. They are cooked until the surface turns golden brown and the meat becomes tender, releasing a rich aroma.
Premium Lamb MeatPremium lamb meat is made from fresh, tender lamb, carefully cooked to achieve a delicate texture and delicious taste. During cooking, appropriate spices and seasonings are added to enhance the flavor and create a unique aroma.
Beijing Clear Soup Hot PotOld Beijing clear soup hot pot is a traditional Beijing hot pot dish, featuring a clear broth base with main ingredients including various meats such as beef and lamb, seafood, vegetables, and tofu. The preparation method is simple—cook the ingredients in the clear soup and enjoy with your preferred seasonings.
Beijing-style Tripe Stir-fryOld Beijing tripe is a traditional Beijing snack, primarily made from fresh beef or lamb tripe. The tripe is finely sliced and quickly blanched in a rich broth until cooked, then mixed with vegetables such as cilantro and scallions, and drizzled with a special sauce made from sesame paste, garlic chives, and fermented tofu. Finally, it is thoroughly mixed and ready to eat.
Old Copper Pot Lamb with Young Lamb MeatPremium lamb meat slowly stewed in an old copper pot. Tender texture, rich broth with natural copper aroma and mutton fragrance, full-bodied and authentic flavor.
Snowflake BeefSnowflake beef is thinly sliced, marbled beef often served in hot pot or stir-fried with vegetables and seasonings for a tender, flavorful dish.