Zao Chun Er Yue (Presidential Palace Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.6
5th Floor, Jincheng Building, No. 216 Longpan Middle Road
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 5th Floor, Jincheng Building, No. 216 Longpan Middle Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Chopped Pepper Fish Head, Ancient Method Braised Abalone with Pork, Ancient-Style Abalone Braised Pork.
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: 4.6
- Address: 5th Floor, Jincheng Building, No. 216 Longpan Middle Road
- Popular dishes: Spicy Chopped Pepper Fish Head, Ancient Method Braised Abalone with Pork, Ancient-Style Abalone Braised Pork, Wonderful Shrimp Balls, Kung Pao Shrimp Balls
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Dishes
Spicy Chopped Pepper Fish HeadSteamed fish head with chopped chili is primarily made from a large fish head and chopped chili. After washing the fish head, it is mixed with seasonings and chopped chili, then steamed. The dish presents a bright red color, with the fresh aroma of the chopped chili perfectly complementing the delicate flavor of the fish head.
Ancient Method Braised Abalone with PorkThis dish features fresh abalone and pork belly slowly braised together, resulting in tender abalone and richly flavored meat in a savory sauce.
Ancient-Style Abalone Braised PorkA classic dish featuring braised pork belly and abalone, slow-cooked in a rich savory sauce.
Wonderful Shrimp BallsDelicious shrimp balls made with fresh shrimp, lightly battered and deep-fried until golden crisp, served with a secret sauce for a perfect balance of flavors.
Kung Pao Shrimp BallsKung Pao Shrimp Balls is a dish made primarily with large shrimp, paired with green onions, ginger, garlic, and dried chilies, carefully prepared through a meticulous cooking process. The shrimp are deveined with tails intact, coated in starch, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. They are then quickly stir-fried with a specially crafted Kung Pao sauce, resulting in a bright red color and a spherical shape that is visually appealing.
Crispy Red ChickenA Chinese dish featuring a whole chicken marinated and deep-fried until the skin is crispy and the meat tender, often served with sweet chili sauce or salted pepper.
Signature Braised Pork Belly with Soft-Boiled EggSlow-cooked pork belly glazed in savory sauce, served with a soft-boiled egg for rich, balanced flavor.
Signature Abalone RiceA premium dish featuring fresh abalone simmered in rich broth and served over steamed rice for a savory, satisfying meal.
椒麻牛肉粒椒麻牛肉粒是一道以牛肉为主要食材的菜肴,将牛肉切成小粒后用调料腌制,再经油炸或快炒至熟,最后加入花椒和辣椒等调味料拌匀。成品色泽红亮,口感嫩滑,带有明显的麻味和辣味。
Durian PastryDurian puff is a Chinese pastry featuring fresh durian flesh as filling, wrapped in delicate flaky dough. After baking, the crust turns golden and crispy, while the durian aroma fills the inside, offering a rich and satisfying texture.
Glass-Crusted Young PigeonYoung pigeon marinated and deep-fried to achieve a crispy glass-like crust while keeping the meat tender and juicy.
Secret-Recipe Old Brine Salted DuckMade with premium duck marinated in a secret old brine, then slowly simmered at low temperature. The meat is firm and rich in salty, aromatic flavor with a distinctive braised taste. A traditional method yields deep, complex flavors.
Sweet and Sour Pork RibsSweet and sour pork ribs are made with pork ribs, marinated and deep-fried until golden. Then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce (made from sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and cooking wine) to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior with a glossy red color.
Shanghai-style Eel in Hot Oil SauceA classic Shanghai dish featuring eel stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, finished with a splash of hot oil for aroma and flavor.
Golden Hand-Torn PigeonA delicately seasoned pigeon dish, slow-cooked and hand-torn for tender, flavorful bites.
Golden Crispy ChickenA premium chicken dish marinated and deep-fried to achieve a golden, crispy skin while keeping the meat tender and flavorful.
Nanjing Salted DuckNanjing Salted Duck is a traditional dish from Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, made from fresh ducks marinated with salt, Sichuan pepper, and star anise, then boiled to preserve its tenderness and original flavor.