XiangManLou Restaurant (Jinxi Road Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.8
No. 130, Jinxī 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 No. 130, Jinxī 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丝, Poached Chicken, White Water 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: 3.8
- Address: No. 130, Jinxī Road
- Popular dishes: Sizzling Eel丝, Poached Chicken, White Water Fish, Water Purslane Stir-fry, Zongxiang Braised Pork
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Dishes
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.
Poached ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional dish made primarily from young chicken. It is boiled without any seasonings, preserving the natural flavor of the meat. It is served with a specially prepared sauce to enhance its original taste.
White Water FishA dish made by boiling fresh carp in clear water, resulting in tender fish meat and a mild, savory broth that highlights the natural flavor of the fish.
Water Purslane Stir-fryA simple stir-fried dish made from water purslane, often cooked with garlic and lard for a mild, fresh flavor.
Zongxiang Braised PorkA Chinese dish made by slow-cooking pork wrapped in bamboo leaves, resulting in tender meat infused with a fragrant herbal aroma.
Braised Crucian CarpBraised crucian carp is a Chinese dish featuring crucian carp as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the fish is pan-fried until golden brown on both sides, then simmered with葱姜蒜, soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine until the sauce thickens and the fish absorbs the flavors.
Stewed Water Chestnuts with EdamameA simple and flavorful dish featuring tender water chestnuts and edamame, stir-fried with light seasoning for a fresh taste.
Braised Watercress with WineA dish made by stir-frying草头 (a spring seasonal vegetable) with yellow wine and garlic. The草头 is blanched, then stir-fried with seasonings to absorb the wine aroma, resulting in a fresh and tender texture.
Kanazawa DumplingsA traditional dumpling made with pork, shrimp, and mushrooms, steamed in a delicate wrapper for a savory and satisfying bite.
Silver Fish Fried with EggsA classic Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying fresh silver fish with beaten eggs, resulting in a tender and savory flavor.