Yue Jingling Nanjing Cuisine (Zhongshan Ling Music Pavilion Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.8
Exit 1, Xiaolingwei Station, Line 2, Nanjing Metro, Zhongshanmen Avenue
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Exit 1, Xiaolingwei Station, Line 2, Nanjing Metro, Zhongshanmen Avenue. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Organic Chopped Chili Fish Head from Qiandao Lake, Ancient Method Baked Lishui Taro, Ancient Method Baked Lishui Fragrant Taro.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.8
- Address: Exit 1, Xiaolingwei Station, Line 2, Nanjing Metro, Zhongshanmen Avenue
- Popular dishes: Organic Chopped Chili Fish Head from Qiandao Lake, Ancient Method Baked Lishui Taro, Ancient Method Baked Lishui Fragrant Taro, Kung Pao Prawn Balls, Handmade Pork Dumplings Stewed with Baby Bok Choy
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Dishes
Organic Chopped Chili Fish Head from Qiandao LakeOrganic chopped chili fish head from Qiandao Lake features fresh bighead carp head, organic chopped chili, ginger slices, and green onions, steamed or simmered. The fish head is mixed with chili and steamed to make the flesh tender and infuse the flavor deeply.
Ancient Method Baked Lishui TaroThis dish features premium Lishui taro from Guangxi, seasoned with lard and sugar, then slowly baked until crispy outside and tender inside.
Ancient Method Baked Lishui Fragrant TaroMade with Lishui taro, baked using traditional methods for a soft, sweet flavor and slightly crispy exterior.
Kung Pao Prawn BallsA spicy and sweet dish featuring tender prawn balls stir-fried with peanuts, dried chilies, and vegetables in a savory sauce.
Handmade Pork Dumplings Stewed with Baby Bok ChoyHandmade pork dumplings simmered gently with baby bok choy, creating a rich and savory dish.
Signature Salted Water PigeonA signature dish featuring tender young pigeon cooked in seasoned salt water, preserving its natural flavor and moisture.
Organic Fish Head Soup (Qiandao Lake)Made with organic fish head from Qiandao Lake, simmered gently with ginger and scallions for a rich, creamy broth and tender fish meat.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Fruit-flavored Black Pepper Beef CubesTender beef cubes stir-fried with black pepper sauce and fresh vegetables, offering a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
Salted DuckSalted duck is a traditional dish made primarily from fresh ducks, prepared by curing and boiling. The duck is marinated with salt, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and other seasonings for several hours to overnight, then boiled in water to preserve the tenderness and original flavor of the duck meat.
Nanjing-style Braised Pork BellyA classic Jiangsu dish featuring slow-cooked pork belly with a rich, glossy glaze and tender texture.
Nanjing Fish Head with PancakeA traditional dish featuring a fresh fish head stewed with tofu and vermicelli, served with toasted pancakes soaked in the rich broth.
Nanjing Stir-FryA classic Jiangsu home-style dish made with pork, green peppers, and onions stir-fried quickly with garlic for a savory, slightly spicy flavor.
Nanjing Mixed VegetablesA traditional Jiangnan vegetarian dish made with a variety of seasonal vegetables, stir-fried to retain crispness and natural flavors.
Leek-flavored Pig KidneyScallion pork kidneys is a dish made with pig kidneys and scallions. The kidneys are scored, blanched to remove odor, then stir-fried with sliced scallions and seasonings.
Black garlic braised eelBlack garlic braised eel is a dish featuring river eel and black garlic. The eel is blanched to remove odor, then simmered with sliced black garlic in water and seasonings until the sauce thickens and the eel absorbs the garlic's aroma.