Eel Island · Charcoal Grilled Eel Specialty Store (Shanghang Road Main Branch)
日料 · ⭐ 4.8
No. 62 Shanghang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Qingdao, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 62 Shanghang Road. It is a 日料 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Six-Vegetable Salad, Sashimi Trio, Almond Tofu.
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: Qingdao
- Category: 日料
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: No. 62 Shanghang Road
- Popular dishes: Six-Vegetable Salad, Sashimi Trio, Almond Tofu, Charcoal-Grilled Eel Liver and Fish Maw, Sweet Shrimp Sashimi
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Dishes
Six-Vegetable SaladA fresh salad made with six vegetables like lettuce, cucumber, tomato, carrot, purple cabbage, and bell pepper, dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
Sashimi TrioSashimi trio typically includes three types of raw fish, mainly fresh fish and shellfish such as salmon, tuna, and sea bream, sometimes also shrimp or octopus. Ingredients are finely sliced and eaten raw to preserve their natural flavor.
Almond TofuAlmond tofu is a traditional Chinese dessert made primarily from almond powder, milk, and sugar. The preparation involves mixing almond powder with milk until smooth, adding an appropriate amount of sugar for flavoring, then chilling to allow it to solidify. Finally, it is cut into small pieces for serving.
Charcoal-Grilled Eel Liver and Fish MawCharcoal-grilled eel liver and fish maw is a Chinese dish made with eel liver and fish maw, grilled over charcoal. It has a fresh and elastic texture.
Sweet Shrimp SashimiSweet shrimp sashimi is a seafood dish primarily made with fresh sweet shrimp. The preparation is simple: peel and remove the intestinal tract from the shrimp, keeping the tails intact, then slice into bite-sized pieces and arrange on a plate. Serve with soy sauce and wasabi to fully enjoy the delicious freshness of the sweet shrimp.
Steamed Eel in White SauceWhite-braised eel is a dish featuring eel as the main ingredient. The cleaned eel is cut into segments and simmered with soy sauce, sugar, and rice wine to infuse flavor while keeping it tender. No chili or strong seasonings are used, highlighting the eel's natural freshness.
Tea-soaked RiceTea-infused rice is a simple dish made by soaking cooked rice in hot or cold tea. The main ingredients include white rice, tea (commonly green or oolong tea), and toppings such as seaweed, pickled plum, pickled radish, and egg. To prepare, place the rice in a bowl, pour in an appropriate amount of tea, allowing the rice to absorb the tea's aroma, then enjoy with the accompanying condiments.
ChawanmushiChawanmushi is a traditional Japanese steamed egg custard made primarily from eggs, shrimp, and mushrooms. The egg mixture is combined with ingredients, poured into small tea bowls, and steamed until tender. It has a delicate texture and is rich in nutrition.
Eel Liver Clear SoupA delicate soup made from fresh eel liver and clear broth, highlighting the rich flavor of the liver in a light, savory base.
Eel Three WaysA creative dish featuring eel prepared by grilling, boiling, and mixing with sauce, offering rich and layered flavors.
Eel DonburiUnagi donburi is a Japanese dish featuring grilled or steamed eel over rice, topped with a sweet and savory sauce. The eel is typically marinated, grilled until slightly charred, then served over hot rice, often garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.
Unagi Rice Three WaysUnagi don three ways is a dish featuring eel as the main ingredient, typically marinated and grilled or pan-fried, then served over rice. Common methods include slicing the eel, marinating it in sauce, grilling it, and placing it on rice; alternatively, it can be made into sushi or mixed rice dishes, offering three distinct eating experiences for layered flavors.
Eel and Egg RollUnagi omelette roll is a dish primarily made with eel and eggs. The eel is sliced or minced and mixed with beaten eggs, along with appropriate seasonings, then stirred evenly. The mixture is poured into a flat pan to form a thin pancake, which is fried until golden brown on both sides and then rolled up. The finished dish features an egg skin exterior with eel inside, offering a soft and tender texture.