Common People Restaurant (Xin Yan Road Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 56, Xinyan East Road
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. 56, Xinyan East 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: Eight Treasure Fried Dough Stick, Phoenix Tofu Pot, Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-Fry.
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: 4.1
- Address: No. 56, Xinyan East Road
- Popular dishes: Eight Treasure Fried Dough Stick, Phoenix Tofu Pot, Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-Fry, Changshu Blood Glutinous Rice, Roast Duck Two Ways
China trip · China travel
Traveling in China? For your China trip and China travel needs—finding great food, discovering beautiful sights, ordering dishes, and communicating—Dragon Mate can handle it all. Dragon Mate is the most useful assistant for traveling in China.
Dishes
Eight Treasure Fried Dough StickA traditional Chinese snack made by frying dough stuffed with eight ingredients such as red bean paste, sesame, peanuts, and walnuts, resulting in a crispy and sweet treat.
Phoenix Tofu PotA Chinese dish featuring soft tofu simmered with chicken, ham, and mushrooms, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-FryDì Sān Xiān is a classic Chinese dish made primarily with eggplant, potato, and green pepper. The ingredients are first cut into pieces, deep-fried until golden and crispy, then stir-fried with soy sauce, sugar, and other seasonings to allow the flavors to fully penetrate, resulting in an appealing color and aroma.
Changshu Blood Glutinous RiceA traditional Jiangnan dessert made from local blood glutinous rice, steamed and often served with red dates or lotus seeds for a sweet, soft flavor.
Roast Duck Two WaysA classic Chinese dish featuring a roasted duck with crispy skin and tender meat, served with pancakes, hoisin sauce, scallions, and cucumber. The duck bones are used to make soup, offering two distinct culinary experiences from one bird.
Corn PancakeCorn cake is a Chinese pan-fried dish using fresh corn kernels as the main ingredient. Mix corn with a little starch, add salt and egg, stir well, then fry in a pan until golden brown on both sides, creating a crispy outside and tender inside.
Braised Pork BellyHome-style braised pork belly is a classic Chinese dish, primarily made with pork belly. The preparation involves cutting the pork into pieces, stir-frying until slightly golden, then adding caramel color, cooking wine, soy sauce, and other seasonings to slowly braise until the meat is tender and the sauce is rich.
Taro and Pork StewA traditional Chinese dish made by slow-cooking pork and taro until tender, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
Sour Cabbage Black FishSour cabbage black fish is a dish made primarily with black fish and sour cabbage. Black fish slices are marinated with rice wine and salt, while sour cabbage is cut into pieces. Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry the sour cabbage first, then add broth or water to boil. Add the black fish slices and cook until done, then season.
Braised Chicken with Wheat GlutenA Chinese dish featuring chicken and wheat gluten simmered together until tender, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.