Principal Zhang's Old Hotpot (Suzhou First Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.2
Tayuan Road, Shishan Subdistrict (intersection of Shishan Road and Tayuan 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 Tayuan Road, Shishan Subdistrict (intersection of Shishan Road and Tayuan Road). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 8-Second Potato Shreds, Sliced Beef with Green and Red Peppers, Big Bucket Fruit Tea.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: Tayuan Road, Shishan Subdistrict (intersection of Shishan Road and Tayuan Road)
- Popular dishes: 8-Second Potato Shreds, Sliced Beef with Green and Red Peppers, Big Bucket Fruit Tea, Fresh Beef Tripe from the Slaughterhouse, Palm-sized Catfish
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Dishes
8-Second Potato ShredsEight-second shredded potatoes is a dish primarily made with fresh potatoes. After washing, the potatoes are sliced into thin strips and quickly stir-fried in hot oil for about eight seconds, preserving the original flavor and crisp-tender texture of the potato.
Sliced Beef with Green and Red PeppersDouble Pepper Beef is a dish made primarily with beef, paired with green and red peppers. The beef is sliced and marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried together with sliced green and red peppers to retain the freshness and texture of the ingredients.
Big Bucket Fruit TeaA large bucket of fruit tea is a beverage made by mixing slices of various fresh fruits, including apples, oranges, lemons, and strawberries, with black or green tea as the base, and finally adding适量 of ice cubes or cold water.
Fresh Beef Tripe from the SlaughterhouseFresh beef tripe from the slaughterhouse, made from fresh cow tripe that has been carefully processed to maintain its tender texture. Stir-fried with a specially prepared chili sauce and spices, allowing the tripe to fully absorb the aromatic flavors of the seasonings and presenting an enticing color.
Palm-sized CatfishA Sichuan snack made from small river fish, marinated and deep-fried until crispy, offering a spicy and savory flavor.
Spicy Oil Fried Tofu SkinA spicy Sichuan snack made by frying tofu skin until bubbly, then drizzling with chili oil for a crispy texture and bold flavor.
Rocket SquidRocket Squid is made from fresh squid, seasoned with a specially crafted spicy sauce and carefully cooked. Its distinctive feature is the squid cut into floral patterns, which, after cooking, resembles a rocket, hence its name.
Braised BeefBraised beef is a dish primarily made with beef, prepared through slow stewing to achieve tender meat and rich broth. The recipe uses high-quality beef combined with various spices and seasonings, then slowly stewed for an extended period to allow the beef to fully absorb the flavorful broth, resulting in a deep and satisfying taste.
Fried Rice with EggsFried rice with eggs is a home-style dish primarily made from rice, eggs, and green onions. The method involves breaking up leftover rice, mixing eggs with a pinch of salt, heating a wok with oil, pouring in the egg mixture to cook until set, then adding the rice and stir-frying. Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onions and适量 salt, and stir-fry evenly.
Yellow Tripe StripsYellow throat threads is a dish made primarily with fresh yellow throat, which is sliced into fine threads and stir-fried with appropriate seasonings and vegetables. The cooking process emphasizes precise control of heat to maintain the tender texture of the yellow throat. The dish presents a distinct, thread-like appearance with an appealing color.