Shen Yan Restaurant (Fanyuan Road Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 7, Lane 300, Panyu Road (opposite Xingfu Li)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 7, Lane 300, Panyu Road (opposite Xingfu Li). 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-style Braised Pork Belly, Ancient Method Fried Smoked Fish, Sizzling Eel丝.
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: 4.4
- Address: No. 7, Lane 300, Panyu Road (opposite Xingfu Li)
- Popular dishes: Shanghai-style Braised Pork Belly, Ancient Method Fried Smoked Fish, Sizzling Eel丝, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish with Osmanthus, Crystal Shrimp Balls
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Dishes
Shanghai-style Braised Pork BellyShanghai-style braised pork belly uses fatty pork belly as the main ingredient, blanched to remove odor, then slowly stewed with soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine, and ginger slices to achieve tender meat and a glossy red color.
Ancient Method Fried Smoked FishFresh fish marinated and deep-fried, then smoked with a secret sauce for a crispy exterior and tender interior, balanced in savory-sweet 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.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish with OsmanthusSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made from fresh mandarin fish, deboned and cut into diamond-shaped incisions. After frying, it's coated with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, and tomato paste. The dish resembles a squirrel, with a crispy exterior and tender interior, golden color, and balanced sweet-sour flavor.
Crystal Shrimp BallsA dish made with fresh shrimp balls, lightly seasoned and steamed to achieve a translucent, crystal-like appearance and tender texture.
Shen Yan Crystal ChickenA refined dish made with chicken thigh wrapped in transparent crystal skin and steamed to perfection, offering tender meat and a delicate, fresh taste.
Shen宴 Drunk CrabFresh crab is marinated in a secret blend of yellow wine, ginger, and scallions to create a rich, savory flavor with tender meat and aromatic roe.
Red Bean Paste Wine Fermented Glutinous Rice BallsA traditional Chinese dessert made with glutinous rice balls, red bean paste, and fermented wine, offering a soft, sweet, and aromatic experience.
Shanghai-style Fried ShrimpA classic Shanghai dish featuring fresh shrimp stir-fried with scallions, ginger, and garlic, resulting in crispy shells and tender meat with a savory-sweet flavor.
Shanghai-style Pan-fried BunA traditional Chinese snack made with pork filling wrapped in dough, pan-fried until golden and crispy on the bottom, with a juicy top.
Braised Yellow Croaker Rolls with Shepherd's PurseA dish of yellow croaker fillet rolled and stir-fried with shepherd's purse, featuring a delicate texture and fresh herbal aroma.
Black Pepper Beef CubesBlack pepper beef cubes is a dish featuring beef as the main ingredient. The beef is cut into small pieces, marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried with black pepper, onions, and green peppers. Common marinades include soy sauce, cooking wine, and starch to make the beef tender and flavorful.