Mei Yuan Chun (Hongkou Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.8
Yulong Building, No. 255 Dalian West Road, Ouyang Road Subdistrict (near Quyang Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, 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 Yulong Building, No. 255 Dalian West Road, Ouyang Road Subdistrict (near Quyang 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 Steamed Bun with Crispy Bottom, Sizzling Eel丝, Grandmother's Braised Pork.
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: 3.8
- Address: Yulong Building, No. 255 Dalian West Road, Ouyang Road Subdistrict (near Quyang Road)
- Popular dishes: Shanghai Steamed Bun with Crispy Bottom, Sizzling Eel丝, Grandmother's Braised Pork, Pine Nut Mandarin Fish, Pine Nut Perch
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Dishes
Shanghai Steamed Bun with Crispy BottomShanghai steamed dumplings with pork filling, enhanced with gelatinous skin, are wrapped in a rolled dough. The bottoms are pan-fried until golden and crispy, while the tops are sprinkled with black sesame seeds and scallions. The result is a tender, juicy bite with an aromatic flavor.
Sizzling Eel丝Fried eel threads in hot oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. To prepare it, eel is sliced into thin strips and marinated with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic. Next, the eel strips are quickly stir-fried in hot oil to maintain their tender texture. Finally, hot oil is poured over the dish to enhance the aroma of the eel, resulting in a bright red color and rich, fragrant flavor.
Grandmother's Braised PorkGrandmother's Braised Pork Belly is a dish made primarily from pork belly, prepared through steps such as stir-frying and slow stewing. The pork belly is cut into pieces, first stir-fried until slightly golden, then seasoned with caramelized sugar, cooking wine, ginger, scallions, and other ingredients, and slowly braised until the meat becomes tender and the sauce thickens.
Pine Nut Mandarin FishSongzi Gu Yu is a dish made from mandarin fish and pine nuts. The fish is scored, fried until crispy, then stir-fried with sautéed pine nuts and drizzled with sweet and sour sauce, resulting in crispy exterior and tender interior with nutty aroma.
Pine Nut PerchSongzi Perch is a dish centered on perch, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a pine cone after cooking. The perch is marinated and then deep-fried until golden and crispy, then served with a specially prepared sweet-and-sour sauce, creating a unique flavor.
Mei Yuan Roast DuckA premium Peking duck roasted in a hung oven, served with pancakes, hoisin sauce, scallions, and cucumber slices for a classic Beijing-style experience.
Meiyuan HuangjiMeiyuan Huangji is a Chinese dish made with chicken as the main ingredient, combined with various seasonings and spices. Fresh chicken legs or whole chicken are marinated, then fried until golden and cooked in a special sauce, resulting in a tender and juicy texture.
Crystal ShrimpCrystal Shrimp is a dish made with fresh shrimp marinated in egg white, starch, and a little salt, then gently fried in warm oil. The shrimp are translucent like crystal, tender, and refreshingly delicate.
Shatian Shredded PigeonShatian Shredded Pigeon is a Cantonese dish made with pigeon that is marinated and fried until crispy and tender, then shredded by hand. It has a fresh, crispy, and delicate texture, making it a traditional delicacy in Guangdong.
Secret-Recipe Grilled EelFresh eel marinated and grilled over charcoal, resulting in a crispy skin and tender meat with a unique flavor.
Shanghai-style smoked fishOld Shanghai smoked fish is a traditional dish made from mandarin fish or grass carp, prepared by marinating, frying, and braising. The fish is first marinated to absorb flavor, then deep-fried until golden and crispy, and finally soaked in a specially prepared braising sauce to enhance its rich taste.
Scallion-Baked River CarpA dish made with fresh river carp and scallions, marinated and slowly roasted to bring out a tender texture and rich onion aroma.
Chestnut NestA Chinese dish made with chestnuts stir-fried or stewed with chicken or ham, offering a rich, savory flavor and soft texture.
Crispy Beef CutletCrispy beef cutlet made from tender beef fillet, lightly battered and fried to golden perfection for a crunchy exterior and juicy interior.