RIVIERA Song of the Waves Restaurant (Branch on The Bund)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.9
No. 505 Zhongshan East 2nd Road
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. 505 Zhongshan East 2nd 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: Sizzling Eel Strips with Wraps, Suzhou White Dish Platter, Signature Squirrel Fish.
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: 4.9
- Address: No. 505 Zhongshan East 2nd Road
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel Strips with Wraps, Suzhou White Dish Platter, Signature Squirrel Fish, Yuzu Vinegar Jelly Sea Cucumber Head, Seared Sea Bass from East China Sea
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Dishes
Sizzling Eel Strips with WrapsA dish of tender eel strips stir-fried and finished with hot oil, served with thin pancakes for wrapping.
Suzhou White Dish PlatterA traditional cold platter from Suzhou featuring a variety of cooked meats and vegetables, showcasing delicate flavors and elegant presentation.
Signature Squirrel FishThe signature dish, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, uses mandarin fish as the main ingredient. It is named so because the finished dish has a bright red color and resembles a squirrel in shape. To prepare it, the mandarin fish is deboned and the flesh is cut into decorative slashes, then marinated and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Finally, a rich sauce made from sugar and vinegar is poured over it, creating a deliciously sweet-and-sour flavor.
Yuzu Vinegar Jelly Sea Cucumber HeadYuzu Vinegar Jelly Sea Cucumber Head is a cold dish made with sea cucumber heads and yuzu vinegar. The sea cucumber heads are treated and mixed with yuzu vinegar, then chilled to form a jelly-like texture, offering a crisp and refreshing taste with a sweet and sour flavor.
Seared Sea Bass from East China SeaFresh sea bass from the East China Sea is slowly cooked in oil to achieve tender, flavorful meat with a slightly crispy skin.
Special Ao Zao Noodles with Crab XO SauceSpecial Ao Zao Noodles with Crab XO Sauce features handcrafted noodles topped with a savory crab and XO sauce blend, offering a rich and aromatic dining experience.
Hua Diaoyu Meat Cake Steamed Blue CrabHua Diaoyu Meat Cake Steamed Blue Crab is a dish made with minced pork, Hua Diaoyu wine, and blue crab. The pork is wrapped around the crab and steamed. It has a tender texture and a rich aroma of Hua Diaoyu wine.
Suzhou Stir-fried Three ShrimpA classic Jiangnan dish featuring river shrimp, roe, and eggs, stir-fried to perfection for a delicate, rich flavor.
Crab Meat Simmered TofuCrab meat stewed tofu is a dish featuring soft tofu and crab roe. Tofu cubes are blanched, then simmered with crab roe in broth or water until the tofu absorbs the rich flavor. A light cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce for a harmonious taste.
Stuffed Fresh Shrimp with MushroomsStuffed fresh shrimp with mushrooms is a Chinese dish made with fresh shrimp and mushrooms. The shrimp are deveined and filled into the mushrooms, then cooked by steaming or boiling, resulting in a tender and delicate flavor.
Gizzard Lily and Sweet PeasA light and refreshing dish made with gizzard lily (芡实) and fresh sweet peas, quickly stir-fried to preserve their natural flavor and crisp texture.
Black Truffle Abalone Braised PorkBlack truffle abalone braised pork is an exquisite Chinese delicacy, made with premium fatty pork belly, paired with precious black truffles and abalone, carefully prepared through meticulous cooking. The pork belly is simmered until tender and fully infused with flavor, while the aroma of black truffles blends harmoniously with the freshness of abalone, adding rich layers of taste to the dish.
Black Pepper Duck Liver and Wagyu CubesA fusion dish featuring tender wagyu cubes and duck liver stir-fried with black pepper sauce, offering rich flavor and aromatic appeal.
Reviews
- hokey_dillCame here with my family to celebrate my birthday and honestly it was such a great pick. We sat by the window and got this amazing river view at night — the whole vibe was just really nice and cozy. Ordered a few of their signature dishes. The truffle braised pork with abalone was super fragrant and so rich, even my daughter couldn't stop raving about it. The squirrel-shaped mandarin fish was crispy on the outside, tender inside, and the sweet and sour sauce was just right. Service was on point too — the staff even offered to take a family photo for us, which was such a sweet touch. Whole night felt really warm and special. Would definitely come back for another celebration.
