Heji Xiaocai · Shanghai Cuisine (Oriental Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.7
No. 985 Dongfang 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. 985 Dongfang 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: Shanghai White-Cut Chicken, Xiaopudong Boiled Chicken, Signature Suzhou-style Mandarin Fish.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: No. 985 Dongfang Road
- Popular dishes: Shanghai White-Cut Chicken, Xiaopudong Boiled Chicken, Signature Suzhou-style Mandarin Fish, Signature Crystal Chicken, Signature Pan-Fried Dumplings
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Dishes
Shanghai White-Cut ChickenA classic Chinese cold dish made by poaching chicken and serving it chilled, known for its tender texture and subtle flavor.
Xiaopudong Boiled ChickenXiaopudong Boiled Chicken is a traditional Chinese dish made with chicken that is boiled and then cut into pieces after cooling. The main ingredients are chicken, with scallions and ginger as seasonings. It has a fresh and tender texture with a light flavor.
Signature Suzhou-style Mandarin FishA crispy fried mandarin fish glazed with sweet and sour sauce, garnished with vegetables for a delightful balance of flavors.
Signature Crystal ChickenSignature Crystal Chicken uses tender chicken as the main ingredient, carefully marinated and steamed to perfection, resulting in juicy and tender meat. Its特色 lies in preserving the original flavor of the chicken, with a translucent skin and delicate, smooth texture.
Signature Pan-Fried DumplingsThe signature pan-fried buns are made with pork filling seasoned with scallions, ginger, and other seasonings, wrapped in dough and shaped into a half-moon. They are pan-fried until the bottom turns golden and crispy while the top remains slightly moist, resulting in a delicious texture that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Signature Braised Pork BellySignature braised pork belly is a traditional delicacy made primarily with pork belly. The pork belly is cut into cubes, first pan-fried until slightly golden, then simmered slowly with caramelized sugar, cooking wine, soy sauce, and other seasonings until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens.
Signature Shrimp Pan-Fried DumplingsA specialty dumpling filled with fresh shrimp and pork, pan-fried until golden and crispy on the bottom, offering a savory and tender bite.
Truffle-infused Shrimp DumplingsFresh shrimp balls infused with truffle broth, offering a delicate and rich flavor.
Stir-fried River ShrimpStir-fried river shrimp is a dish made primarily with fresh river shrimp, quickly stir-fried with a small amount of scallions, ginger, and garlic in hot oil. The shrimp are tender and refreshing, preserving the natural flavor of the river shrimp.
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.
Shikumen Smoked FishA traditional Shanghai dish made by marinating and frying fish, then braising it in a sweet-savory sauce of sugar, soy sauce, and rice wine.
Braised Eel with Single GarlicFresh eel is braised with single garlic, soy sauce, and sugar to create a rich, savory dish with tender meat and aromatic flavor.
Braised Eel with Single GarlicA dish of fresh river eel braised with single garlic, soy sauce, and sugar, resulting in tender meat and rich garlic flavor.
Crab Shell Huang with River ShrimpA fusion dish featuring crab shell Huang as the base, topped with fresh river shrimp and crab meat, pan-fried for a savory, crispy texture.
Black Pepper Beef CubesBlack pepper beef cubes is a dish primarily made with beef. The beef is cut into small pieces, marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried together with辅料 such as onions and green peppers, and finally seasoned with black pepper. During preparation, the beef is typically marinated with light soy sauce, cooking wine, and starch to keep it tender and fragrant when stir-fried.