Guo Guo’s Small Courtyard (Wen Hui Yuan Branch)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.2
Building 9, No. 32 Wenhuiyuan West Road Courtyard
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Building 9, No. 32 Wenhuiyuan West Road Courtyard. It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeast Cold Noodles, Homestyle Cold Dish, Wide Rice Noodles.
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: Beijing
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: Building 9, No. 32 Wenhuiyuan West Road Courtyard
- Popular dishes: Northeast Cold Noodles, Homestyle Cold Dish, Wide Rice Noodles, Dried Green Beans, Spicy Cucumber Salad
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Dishes
Northeast Cold NoodlesNortheastern cold noodles are made primarily from potato starch noodles, combined with shredded cucumber, shredded carrot, wood ear mushrooms, and other vegetables, then tossed in a dressing made from garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Homestyle Cold DishHome-style cold dish is a refreshing appetizer mainly made from various vegetables, with primary ingredients including cucumber, carrot, wood ear mushroom, and bean sprouts. The preparation method is simple: slice the ingredients and mix them with seasonings such as vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic paste.
Wide Rice NoodlesWide rice noodles, a broad ribbon-shaped vermicelli made from sweet potato starch. Typically, the wide rice noodles are soaked in warm water to soften them before being stir-fried or added to soups with meats and vegetables. They have a smooth, tender texture that absorbs broth well, enhancing the overall flavor.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Spicy Cucumber SaladCucumber salad is a home-style cold dish primarily made with cucumbers. The preparation is simple: wash the cucumbers, crush them by hand, then mix with minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and seasonings.
Stir-fried ClamsStir-fried clams is a dish primarily made with fresh clams. To prepare it, clean the clams thoroughly, then stir-fry them with适量 of minced garlic and ginger. High-heat quick stir-frying allows the clams to fully absorb the flavors of the seasonings, resulting in a鲜嫩多汁 texture.
Charcoal-grilled Lamb SkewersCharcoal-grilled lamb skewers are primarily made by cutting fresh lamb into small pieces, threading them onto bamboo skewers, and then marinating before grilling over charcoal. During preparation, spices such as cumin and chili powder are typically added to make the meat crispy on the outside and tender inside with a rich aroma.
Stewed Goose and Pork Ribs in Iron PotA stew made with goose and pork ribs, seasoned with potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage, slowly cooked in an iron pot.
Stewed Chicken in Iron PotStewed wild chicken in an iron pot is a dish featuring wild chicken as the main ingredient, combined with辅料 like potatoes, vermicelli, and cabbage, slowly cooked in an iron pot. First blanch the chicken to remove odor, then add seasonings and enough water or broth, simmering over low heat until the meat is tender and flavors are well absorbed.
Stewed Fish in Iron PotStewed fish in an iron pot is a dish made with fish as the main ingredient, combined with various seasonings and spices, slowly simmered in an iron pot. The fish meat is tender, and the broth is rich, fully blending the aroma of the seasonings.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.
Fresh Lamb MeatFresh mutton is a dish primarily made with fresh mutton as the main ingredient. The mutton is carefully selected and processed to preserve its natural flavor. During cooking, you can choose methods such as stewing, grilling, or stir-frying according to personal taste, and add appropriate seasonings to fully bring out the delicious flavor of the mutton.