Old Friends Restaurant (Lijing Branch)
Cantonese cuisine · ⭐ 3.5
No. 6, Houjiao West Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Guangzhou, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 6, Houjiao West Street. It is a Cantonese cuisine place, and the flavors are light (fresh/sweet/clean). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Loofah and Pork Rice, Bitter Melon with Pork Fried Rice, Bitter Melon and Egg Fried Rice.
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: Guangzhou
- Category: Cantonese cuisine
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 6, Houjiao West Street
- Popular dishes: Loofah and Pork Rice, Bitter Melon with Pork Fried Rice, Bitter Melon and Egg Fried Rice, Potato and Pork Rice, Fresh Pork Offal Soup Rice
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Dishes
Loofah and Pork RiceA home-style dish made by stir-frying tender loofah and pork with rice, resulting in a fragrant and balanced meal.
Bitter Melon with Pork Fried RiceA dish featuring bitter melon and pork stir-fried together and served over rice, offering a refreshing, slightly bitter taste with savory meat flavor.
Bitter Melon and Egg Fried RiceA dish made with bitter melon and eggs stir-fried together and mixed into rice, offering a refreshing and nutritious meal.
Potato and Pork RiceA home-style dish made with potatoes and pork, stir-fried and served over rice for a savory, satisfying meal.
Fresh Pork Offal Soup RiceFresh pork offal soup rice features tender pork organs simmered in a savory broth and served over steamed rice for a hearty, nutritious meal.
Preserved Vegetable Braised Pork RiceMei Cai Kou Rou Fan is a traditional dish primarily made with pork belly and preserved mustard greens. The preparation involves boiling the pork belly until partially cooked, slicing it, and then steaming it together with seasoned preserved mustard greens so the meat slices fully absorb the aroma of the greens. Finally, the steamed pork and greens are placed over a bowl of hot rice.
Roast Duck LegRoast duck leg is a dish made primarily from duck legs, marinated and then roasted. The legs are seasoned with soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, and spices, then baked until the skin is crispy and the meat tender.
Beef Soup RiceBeef soup rice is made with beef and rice. The beef is stewed until tender, then seasoned to create a flavorful broth, which is poured over cooked rice. A rich stock made from beef bones or meat enhances the taste.
Pork Liver and Pork Meat Soup RiceA hearty dish made with pork liver and lean pork simmered into a savory broth, served over steamed rice for a nourishing meal.
Pork Liver and Intestine Rice SoupA savory rice soup made with pork liver and intestine, known for its rich flavor and comforting texture.
Steamed Duck in White SauceA classic Cantonese cold dish made by boiling duck until tender, then cooling and slicing it. The meat is tender and flavorful, served without sauce to highlight its natural taste.