Small Gathering • Rural Courtyard (Youyi Road Branch)
农家菜 · ⭐ 4.6
No. 240 Youyi 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. 240 Youyi Road. It is a 农家菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Fish Head with Fried Dough Sticks, Signature Hand-grabbed Pork Trotters, Braised Eel with Red Dates and Garlic.
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: 农家菜
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: No. 240 Youyi Road
- Popular dishes: Fish Head with Fried Dough Sticks, Signature Hand-grabbed Pork Trotters, Braised Eel with Red Dates and Garlic, Braised Eel with Red Dates and Garlic, Water Celery with Tofu Skin
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Dishes
Fish Head with Fried Dough SticksA dish featuring fresh fish head stewed in a savory sauce, served with crispy fried dough sticks for a satisfying contrast in texture and flavor.
Signature Hand-grabbed Pork TrottersA specialty dish featuring tender pork trotters slow-cooked in savory broth, served for hand-held enjoyment.
Braised Eel with Red Dates and GarlicFresh eel is braised with red dates and garlic, resulting in a savory dish with sweet undertones and aromatic garlic flavor.
Braised Eel with Red Dates and GarlicFresh eel is braised with red dates and garlic, resulting in a rich, savory dish with sweet undertones.
Water Celery with Tofu SkinWater celery and tofu skin stir-fry is a dish made with water celery and tofu skin. Wash the celery, cut into segments, and slice the tofu skin. Stir-fry together with garlic, salt, and a little soy sauce. The dish is fresh and crisp.
Special Sticky Rice DuckA delicately seasoned duck dish with sticky rice, slow-cooked to perfection for rich flavor and tender meat.
White-Cut ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional Chinese dish made with tender chicken as the main ingredient, carefully prepared to preserve the original flavor of the meat. The preparation method mainly involves boiling the whole chicken until cooked, then cutting it into small pieces. The skin turns golden and tempting, while the meat remains fresh, tender, and juicy.
Stone Mill Hand-Torn Old TofuStone mill hand-torn old tofu is a traditional Chinese dish made from old tofu, which is manually torn using a stone mill to retain its original flavor and texture. It is prepared with minimal seasoning to highlight the natural taste of the tofu.
Braised Wagyu SteakA tender and flavorful dish made by braising premium Wagyu beef with tomatoes, onions, and carrots for a rich, savory taste.
Grassland Hand-Grabbed Lamb RibsGrassland hand-grabbed lamb ribs use Mongolian lamb ribs marinated and grilled over charcoal, resulting in tender, juicy meat with a rich aroma, traditionally eaten by hand to reflect grassland culinary culture.
Guanyin Tea PorkA Chinese dish made by slow-cooking pork belly in Guanyin tea, resulting in tender, flavorful meat with a subtle tea aroma.
Pan-Seared Pork and Taro with SauceA dish featuring taro and pork, pan-seared to perfection with a rich sauce, offering a savory and tender experience.
Chicken Soup with Handmade Shrimp DumplingsA delicate chicken soup infused with handmade shrimp dumplings, offering a rich, savory flavor and tender texture.
Huangshan Stinky Guilin FishHuangshan Stinky Mandarin Fish is made primarily from fresh mandarin fish, which is marinated and fermented to develop a distinctive aroma. The fish is then pan-fried until the skin is crispy and simmered with seasonings. The unique flavor of the fish is achieved through microbial fermentation during the preparation process.