Old Village Chief • Chu Cuisine Lotus Root Soup Specialty (Bayajia Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 40-4, Block 42, Bada Jia Hongfangli
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuhan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 40-4, Block 42, Bada Jia Hongfangli. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Xianning Osmanthus Braised Pork, Reservoir Fish Head and Fish Balls, Braised Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup.
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: Wuhan
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 40-4, Block 42, Bada Jia Hongfangli
- Popular dishes: Xianning Osmanthus Braised Pork, Reservoir Fish Head and Fish Balls, Braised Pork Rib and Lotus Root Soup, Pickled Frog with Vegetables, Pickled Vegetable and Taro Noodles with Pork Strips
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Dishes
Xianning Osmanthus Braised PorkA traditional dish from Xianning, Hubei, featuring slow-cooked pork belly with osmanthus syrup, resulting in a rich, sweet-savory flavor.
Reservoir Fish Head and Fish BallsA dish made with fresh reservoir fish head and fish balls, simmered slowly with ginger and scallions for a rich, savory broth.
Braised Pork Rib and Lotus Root SoupA traditional Chinese soup made with pork ribs and lotus root, slowly simmered to create a rich, savory broth.
Pickled Frog with VegetablesA spicy Sichuan dish featuring tender frog legs stir-fried with pickled vegetables, delivering a bold and tangy flavor.
Pickled Vegetable and Taro Noodles with Pork StripsA spicy and tangy dish made with pork strips, taro noodles, and pickled vegetables, stir-fried to perfection.
Preserved Pork with Huangpi Bean ThreadsA traditional Hubei dish made by stir-frying preserved pork with Huangpi bean threads, known for its rich flavor and smooth texture.
Sweet and Sour Pork with PineappleSizzling pork with pineapple is a dish primarily made with pork and pineapple. First, the pork is cut into pieces and marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy; pineapple is also cut into chunks and set aside. Finally, the fried pork and pineapple are stir-fried together and coated with a specially prepared sweet-and-sour sauce to allow the flavors to blend perfectly.
Scallion-Braised Wuchang FishScallion-braised Wuchang fish is a dish featuring Wuchang fish as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the fish is pan-fried until golden on both sides, then simmered with scallions, ginger slices, soy sauce, and cooking wine to infuse flavor, finally reducing the sauce to blend the scallion aroma with the fish meat.
Tofu DumplingsTofu dumplings are made by mixing soft tofu with minced meat and seasonings, shaping into balls, then frying or steaming until golden and tender.
Echeng Sticky Rice FishEcheng Sticky Rice Fish is a specialty dish from Echeng, Hubei, featuring fresh carp cooked with crispy sticky rice cakes that absorb the rich broth, creating a savory and satisfying flavor.
Crispy Scallion Shrimp in Iron PotFresh shrimp stir-fried with abundant scallions in an iron pot, delivering a rich aroma and tender texture.
Fish Head with Fried Dough SticksFish head with fried dough sticks is a unique dish featuring fresh fish head and crispy fried dough sticks as main ingredients. The fish head is first stewed until the broth becomes rich and flavorful, then the fried dough sticks are added to absorb the delicious essence of the fish head. Finally, the dish presents a perfect fusion of tender fish head and crispy dough sticks.
Huangpi Three DelicaciesHuangpi Three Delicacies is a traditional dish from Huangpi, Hubei, featuring fish balls, meatballs, and meat cake, steamed to perfection for a tender and nutritious meal.