Tongshengxiang · Intangible Cultural Heritage (Bell Tower Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.1
No. 5 Xidajie (near Zhonglou Clock Tower)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 5 Xidajie (near Zhonglou Clock Tower). It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Lamb Soup with Flatbread, Beef Noodle Soup, Sweet Cone Steamed Cake.
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: Xi'an
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 5 Xidajie (near Zhonglou Clock Tower)
- Popular dishes: Lamb Soup with Flatbread, Beef Noodle Soup, Sweet Cone Steamed Cake, Secret-Recipe Plum Lemonade, Braised Beef Tail
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Dishes
Lamb Soup with FlatbreadLamb and beef stew with flatbread, made by breaking baked or pan-fried dough into pieces and simmering in meat broth. Ingredients include dough, beef or lamb, vermicelli, noodles, scallions, and cilantro.
Beef Noodle SoupBeef泡馍 is made with beef brisket or beef as the main ingredient, combined with vermicelli and pieces of baked flatbread (mofan). It is stewed with aromatics such as green onions, ginger, garlic, star anise, and cassia bark. The beef is slowly simmered until tender, then the flatbread pieces are broken up and soaked in the broth, allowing the bread to absorb the rich flavors of the soup.
Sweet Cone Steamed CakeSweet cone zengao is a traditional snack made primarily from glutinous rice, red dates, red beans, and lotus seeds. Ingredients are layered in a steamer and cooked over water, allowing flavors to blend. The finished product is semi-transparent with a soft, chewy texture and distinct layers.
Secret-Recipe Plum LemonadeThe secret recipe hibiscus tea is primarily made with black plums, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel, supplemented with licorice root and osmanthus. After soaking, boiling, filtering, and cooling, it results in a refreshing beverage. The cooking process requires precise control of heat and time to ensure the flavors are well blended.
Braised Beef TailBraised beef tail is a dish featuring beef tail as the main ingredient, simmered with scallions, ginger, star anise, and other spices after blanching to remove odor, then seasoned with soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine for slow cooking until tender and flavorful.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Mutton Layered PancakeMutton layered pancake is a multi-layered pastry made with mutton and flour. Mutton is usually chopped and mixed with seasonings, then placed on dough layers and baked.
Sesame Pork TenderloinA Chinese dish made with pork tenderloin coated in sesame seeds and fried until crispy, offering a savory and aromatic flavor.
Honey Glutinous Rice CakeA traditional Chinese dessert made from glutinous rice flour and honey, steamed and chilled to a soft, sweet texture.
Sweet Pickled GarlicSweet pickled garlic is made by soaking garlic in a sugar-vinegar solution, resulting in a tangy and sweet flavor. It's commonly served as a side dish or appetizer.
Soy Sauce BeefSteamed beef is a delicious dish made primarily from beef, which absorbs the sauce thoroughly through marinating and slow stewing. During preparation, the beef is first marinated, then slowly cooked in a specially prepared sauce until fully tender, and finally cooled before being sliced and served.
Sour Soup DumplingsSour soup dumplings are filled with pork or vegetables, hand-rolled and boiled. They are served with a sour soup made from tomatoes, vinegar, and chili peppers. The sour soup is typically enhanced with辅料 such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and cilantro, resulting in a bright red broth that is tangy and appetizing.
Sesame Sauce NoodlesSesame sauce cold noodles is a dish made primarily with cold noodles, seasoned with sesame paste, vinegar, garlic paste, and other condiments. The cold noodles have a smooth and slippery texture, and when paired with rich sesame sauce and just the right amount of vinegar, the flavor becomes deep and appetizing.