Dayou · The Merchants (Shanghai Flagship Store)
Western cuisine · ⭐ 4.0
No. 52 Yongfu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 52 Yongfu Road. It is a Western cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dirty, 180-Day Smoke-Cured Wuzhi Castrated Chicken with Rock Tea, Signature Cinnamon Roll.
This is not a typical Chinese restaurant. Some dishes may be localized adaptations of Western cuisine, so check ingredients and flavors before ordering.
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: Shanghai
- Category: Western cuisine
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: No. 52 Yongfu Road
- Popular dishes: Dirty, 180-Day Smoke-Cured Wuzhi Castrated Chicken with Rock Tea, Signature Cinnamon Roll, Fruitwood-Grilled 22-Day Air-Dried Duck with Duck Sauce Stew, Fresh Homemade Bread Basket with Carrot Butter
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Dishes
Dirty‘Dirty’ is a creative dish primarily composed of fried potato chunks, spices, and a special sauce. The potato pieces are first fried until golden and crispy, then coated with a distinctive sauce made from a blend of spices and seasonings, resulting in a unique appearance and flavor.
180-Day Smoke-Cured Wuzhi Castrated Chicken with Rock TeaMade from 180-day free-range wuzhi castrated chicken, smoked with rock tea. The meat is tender and juicy with a unique tea and smoky flavor.
Signature Cinnamon RollSignature cinnamon rolls made from dough filled with cinnamon and sugar, rolled, sliced, and baked until golden. Crispy outside, soft inside, with rich cinnamon aroma.
Fruitwood-Grilled 22-Day Air-Dried Duck with Duck Sauce StewPremium duck air-dried for 22 days and slowly grilled over fruitwood, served with vegetables stewed in rich duck sauce.
Fresh Homemade Bread Basket with Carrot ButterFreshly baked bread basket served with handmade carrot butter. The bread is baked daily, featuring a golden, crispy crust and a soft, sweet interior. The carrot butter is made by mixing fresh carrot juice with premium butter, resulting in an orange-yellow color and a rich, flavorful texture.
Sea Urchin ToastSea urchin toast features fresh sea urchin roe on toasted bread, offering a rich and savory flavor.
Grilled Enoki MushroomGrilled Enoki Mushroom is a dish made by marinating fresh enoki mushrooms and grilling them over charcoal, resulting in a savory, slightly smoky flavor.
Charcoal-Roasted Eggplant PuréeCharcoal-roasted eggplant purée made by grilling eggplants over charcoal, peeling them, and mashing into a smooth paste with garlic, scallions, and seasonings.
Smoked Sichuan High Mountain Stream TroutSmoked Sichuan High Mountain Stream Trout is a dish made with Sichuan High Mountain Stream Trout, which is processed by smoking. The trout has tender meat and the smoking process gives it a unique aroma and flavor.- Roasted Smoked Pigeon (Shanghai Exclusive)A premium pigeon dish, marinated and slowly roasted over fruitwood charcoal to achieve tender, smoky flavor—exclusive to Shanghai.
Roasted CauliflowerRoasted cauliflower is a dish made primarily with cauliflower, prepared by baking in an oven. To prepare, wash and cut the cauliflower into small florets, then marinate with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and other seasonings before roasting in a preheated oven until golden and crispy.
Burnt CheesecakeA sweet dessert with a slightly charred crust and creamy center, made from cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and a biscuit base.- Paper-包 Yellow Croaker with Seasoned Vegetables and Japanese SauceFresh yellow croaker is steamed in paper to retain its natural flavor, served with seasoned vegetables and a Japanese sauce for a delicate, savory experience.
Korean Beef TartareKorean beef tartare is a cold dish made with high-quality wagyu beef, combined with raw vegetables and sauce. The wagyu is cut into small pieces or slices and mixed with onions, peppers, sesame oil, etc., offering a tender texture and unique flavor.