Zheng Yuan Da Zhai Men Kao Ya (Wukua Song Store)
北京菜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 11, Xicui Road (near Ruicheng Grand Hotel)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 11, Xicui Road (near Ruicheng Grand Hotel). It is a 北京菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Imperial Dessert Platter, Crispy Fried Meatballs, Dry-burned Yellow Croaker.
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: Beijing
- Category: 北京菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 11, Xicui Road (near Ruicheng Grand Hotel)
- Popular dishes: Imperial Dessert Platter, Crispy Fried Meatballs, Dry-burned Yellow Croaker, Imperial Prawn Balls, Authentic Golden Roast Duck
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Dishes
Imperial Dessert PlatterThe imperial dessert platter consists of various traditional Chinese pastries, commonly using ingredients such as glutinous rice flour, wheat flour, red bean paste, sesame seeds, pork, and eggs. Preparation methods include steaming, frying, pan-frying, and baking. The assortment features diverse pastries like soup dumplings (xiao long bao), glutinous rice chicken, spring rolls, shaomai, and egg tarts, typically presented in elegant and refined shapes.
Crispy Fried MeatballsFried meatballs are primarily made from pork or beef filling mixed with chopped scallions, ginger, eggs, starch, and seasonings. The mixture is shaped into round balls and deep-fried until the surface turns golden and crispy. The finished dish has a crunchy exterior and a tender, juicy interior.
Dry-burned Yellow CroakerDry-burned large yellow croaker is made with large yellow croaker as the main ingredient, marinated and then dry-burned with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic. The fish meat is tender, the sauce rich and flavorful, and it presents a golden, appetizing color.
Imperial Prawn BallsHouse Special Shrimp Balls are made with fresh shrimp meat, deveined and marinated, then lightly coated in starch or batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The dish features a crunchy exterior and tender, flavorful shrimp that's juicy and springy, commonly served with sweet chili sauce or salted pepper.
Authentic Golden Roast DuckAuthentic signature roast duck is made from premium Peking duck, processed through marinating and hanging-roast baking. The skin is crispy while the meat is tender and juicy, typically served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, scallion strips, and cucumber sticks.
Buddha Jumps Over the WallZhengyuan Buddha Jumps Over the Wall is a traditional Fujian dish, primarily made with ingredients such as abalone, sea cucumber, shark fin, scallop, fish maw, chicken, duck, pig trotters, and ham. Multiple precious ingredients are layered in a clay pot, then simmered slowly over water for several hours with broth and seasonings, allowing the flavors to fully blend.
Zhengyuan Signature Roast DuckThe signature roast duck is made from premium Peking duck, marinated and roasted in a traditional oven. The skin is crispy while the meat remains tender, typically served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, scallions, and cucumber strips.
Stir-fried TripeTripe is a dish primarily made from beef or lamb tripe. The cleaned tripe slices are quickly blanched in boiling water until cooked, preserving their crisp and tender texture. It is typically served with dipping sauces made from garlic paste, cilantro, chili oil, soy sauce, and vinegar.
Beef Power AscendingNiu Qi Chong Tian is a dish primarily made with beef, typically using beef shank or beef brisket cut into pieces and cooked together with vegetables such as onions and green peppers. The beef is first blanched to remove any odor, then simmered or stir-fried with seasonings and vegetables until the beef becomes tender and fully infused with flavor.
Shikumen Old Wine Braised PorkShikumen Old Wine Braised Pork is a dish made by slow-cooking pork belly with yellow wine, soy sauce, sugar, and spices. The main ingredients include pork belly, yellow wine, ginger, green onions, and rock sugar. After blanching, the pork is stir-fried to develop color, then seasoned with调料 and enough water to simmer gently until the meat becomes tender and glossy red.
Premium MaoxuewangPremium Maoxuewang is a specialty dish from Chongqing, primarily made with duck blood, beef tripe, and mung bean sprouts. Through careful cooking, the ingredients blend perfectly in a spicy and numbing broth, creating a rich and layered flavor experience.
Old-style YogurtOld-style yogurt is a thick yogurt product made from milk through lactic acid bacteria fermentation. During production, milk is heated for sterilization and then cooled, after which a lactic acid bacteria starter is added and left to ferment for several hours to over ten hours, causing the milk to coagulate into a thick consistency, developing its characteristic sour taste and texture.
Braised Tofu with Meat SauceA traditional Chinese dish made by simmering old tofu with minced pork and savory seasonings until tender and flavorful.
Pea JellyPea yellow is a traditional dessert made primarily from fresh peas. The peas are boiled until soft, then mashed into a smooth paste, mixed evenly with sugar and other seasonings, and finally poured into molds to cool and solidify. The finished product has a bright yellow color, a delicate texture, and a refreshing sweetness without being cloying.
Reviews
- Harper_18Came here solo for some errands and grabbed lunch. Ordered the gold medal Peking duck — the skin was crispy and the meat super tender, came with scallions and sweet bean sauce, honestly really authentic. Also got the steamed turbot on the side, the fish was delicate and the seasoning was spot on. The place is set in a traditional courtyard style with red lanterns and carved lattice windows, super cozy vibe. Staff was really nice too — didn't feel weird eating alone at all, was actually pretty comfortable. Overall really happy with the meal.
