Xiao Laoban Freshly Sliced Beef Hotpot (Yongtai Store)
自助餐 · ⭐ 4.1
2nd Floor, No. 87 Tongtai Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Guangzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 2nd Floor, No. 87 Tongtai Road. It is a 自助餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three-flower tendon, Spam, Prime Beef Upper Brain.
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: 自助餐
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: 2nd Floor, No. 87 Tongtai Road
- Popular dishes: Three-flower tendon, Spam, Prime Beef Upper Brain, Tendon Meat, Large Shrimp
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Dishes
Three-flower tendonThree-flower tendon is a cut from the pig's front leg, consisting of fascia and muscle. It's typically blanched, simmered, or braised to achieve a soft yet elastic texture. Main ingredient: pork foreleg tendon, often cooked with soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine.
SpamSpam is a canned food product made primarily from pork, processed through grinding, seasoning, and steaming. It has a fine texture and delicious taste, commonly used as an ingredient in hot pot, barbecue dishes, or eaten directly sliced.
Prime Beef Upper BrainPrime rib eye steak is selected from the high-quality beef near the shoulder blade, featuring tender texture and even fat distribution. It's typically presented as a whole cut, then simply marinated and cooked by grilling, pan-searing, or stewing to preserve its natural flavor and tenderness.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Large ShrimpShrimp is a dish primarily made with fresh shrimp, typically prepared by removing the shells and intestinal tract, then pan-frying, stir-frying, or steaming. Seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, cooking wine, and soy sauce can be added according to taste to maintain the tender texture of the shrimp meat.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, which is cleaned, sliced, and quickly stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger. The dish features distinct tripe slices with a tender yet slightly chewy texture.
BeefBeef dishes are primarily made with high-quality beef and prepared using cooking methods such as stewing, boiling, and stir-frying. During the cooking process, seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and Sichuan peppercorns can be added according to taste, allowing the beef to fully absorb the aromas of the seasonings for a tender and juicy texture.
Beef DumplingsBeef dumplings are a Chinese pastry made by mixing minced beef with scallions, ginger, and seasonings, then wrapping it in dough and cooking by boiling or pan-frying.
Frog LegsFrogs legs, known for their tender texture and delicious flavor, are the main ingredient in this dish. Typically stir-fried with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, and garlic, the frogs' legs are carefully cooked to achieve a tender and richly flavored result—making it a nutritious and delightful delicacy.
Beef Bone Soup BaseA rich beef bone soup base made by simmering beef bones for hours, ideal as a foundation for hot pots or stews.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, combined with appropriate seasonings and spices, and cooked to perfection. During preparation, the tripe is thoroughly cleaned and sliced thinly, then cooked using a unique technique to maintain its tender texture. Finally, it is quickly stir-fried with seasonings to allow the tripe to fully absorb the flavors.
Yin-Yang Hot PotA double-boiled hot pot is a divided-style hot pot, typically split into two parts: one side with a clear or spicy broth, and the other with a different flavor (such as mushroom soup or tomato soup). Main ingredients include beef, lamb, seafood, vegetables, tofu products, and various meatballs, which are cooked in different broths.
Black TripeBlack tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, carefully processed and stir-fried with a specially prepared chili sauce and spices. The preparation method preserves the tender texture of the tripe while allowing the seasonings to fully penetrate, resulting in a dish that is both delicious and rich in flavor.