Nanlin Hotel of Jinling in Suzhou
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 20 Gunxiufang, Shiquan Street (near Fenghuang Street)
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. 20 Gunxiufang, Shiquan Street (near Fenghuang Street). It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Afternoon Tea, Nanlin University Meat Bun, Nanlin Red Braised Noodles.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 20 Gunxiufang, Shiquan Street (near Fenghuang Street)
- Popular dishes: Afternoon Tea, Nanlin University Meat Bun, Nanlin Red Braised Noodles, Nanlin Braised Pork in Sauce, Nanlin Braised Duck
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Dishes
Afternoon TeaAfternoon tea typically includes pastries, sandwiches, fruits, and drinks, with main ingredients such as flour, eggs, butter, cream, milk, and fruits; methods include baking, mixing, and steaming.
Nanlin University Meat BunA Chinese steamed bun filled with seasoned pork, featuring a soft dough and savory filling.
Nanlin Red Braised NoodlesA Chinese noodle dish featuring hand-pulled noodles simmered in a rich red braising sauce with meat, known for its deep savory flavor and tender texture.
Nanlin Braised Pork in SauceNanlin Braised Pork in Sauce is a traditional Chinese dish, primarily made with skin-on pork belly. The pork belly is cut into pieces, blanched, and then stir-fried with ginger, scallions, and cooking wine. The key step involves adding a special sauce made from soy sauce, rock sugar, star anise, and cinnamon, then simmering over low heat until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens. The finished dish has a bright red color, soft and glutinous texture, and a rich savory aroma.
Nanlin Braised DuckNanlin Braised Duck is a traditional marinated dish made with a whole fresh duck. The duck is first blanched to remove gaminess, then simmered for a long time over low heat in a braising broth made from soy sauce, rock sugar, star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, ginger, and other spices. This slow cooking allows the duck to fully absorb the flavors of the marinade. The finished dish has a glossy, reddish-brown color, with tender, flavorful meat and a rich, aromatic sauce.
Sizzling Eel SauceFried Eel with Hot Oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. The eel is cut into segments and stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger, then finished by pouring hot oil over it, creating a sizzling sound that gives the dish its name. The dish has a bright red color and tender eel meat.
Aozao NoodlesAozao noodles are a traditional specialty from Kunshan, Jiangsu, made with a rich broth of pork and chicken bones, served with meat and vegetables on tender, flavorful noodles.
Papaya Shark's Fin in Abalone SauceA nourishing dessert made with papaya, shark's fin, and abalone sauce, gently simmered for a delicate, sweet flavor.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Stir-Fried ShrimpClear stir-fried shrimp is a dish primarily made with shrimp as the main ingredient. During preparation, vegetables such as green pepper, red pepper, or broccoli are added to enhance color. After washing and draining, the shrimp is quickly stir-fried with seasonings to maintain its fresh and tender texture. The entire dish features bright colors and delicious, tender shrimp.
Biluo ShrimpA dish featuring fresh shrimp with the aroma of Biluochun tea, offering a delicate balance of seafood and tea fragrance.
Delicious Steamed Rice CakeA sweet dessert made from glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, and sugar, steamed to a soft and fragrant texture.
Black Pepper Beef SteakBlack pepper beef steak made with fresh steak and black pepper sauce. The steak is marinated, pan-seared, then mixed with a sauce of black pepper, onions, and garlic for a tender, rich flavor.