1949 Tofu Brain (Xizhonghua Road Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.0
20 meters east of the intersection of West Zhonghua Road and Yunhe Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changchun, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 20 meters east of the intersection of West Zhonghua Road and Yunhe Street. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Orleans Dough Stick Pie, Chuan-Yu Crispy Potato, Sweet Fire Cake.
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: Changchun
- Category: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.0
- Address: 20 meters east of the intersection of West Zhonghua Road and Yunhe Street
- Popular dishes: Orleans Dough Stick Pie, Chuan-Yu Crispy Potato, Sweet Fire Cake, Youtiao Burger, Crisp Cucumber Strips
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Dishes
Orleans Dough Stick PieA crispy dough stick pie with seasoned chicken and vegetables, baked to perfection for a savory fusion dish.
Chuan-Yu Crispy PotatoCrispy potato from Sichuan and Chongqing is deep-fried until the outside is crunchy and the inside soft, then stir-fried with spicy chili sauce and local seasonings. It features a rich texture with a crispy exterior and tender interior, delivering a bold, spicy, and savory flavor.
Sweet Fire CakeA sweet flatbread made with flour and filled with sweet fillings like red bean paste or jujube paste, baked until crispy on the outside and soft inside.
Youtiao BurgerThe youtiao burger uses fried dough as the bun, filled with scrambled eggs, ham, or meat. It's crispy on the outside and soft inside, with a deliciously crunchy texture. Simple to prepare—just split the youtiao and add the filling.
Crisp Cucumber StripsCrisp cucumber strips is a dish made primarily from fresh cucumbers. After washing, the cucumbers are sliced into strips, salted briefly, then mixed with minced garlic, cilantro, and other seasonings. The dish has a bright color and a refreshing, crunchy texture.
Beef Fire CakeBeef fire cake is a traditional Chinese snack made by wrapping stewed beef in a baked flatbread. Main ingredients include flour, beef, and seasonings such as green onions and ginger. The flatbread becomes crispy after baking or pan-frying, while the inside holds tender, flavorful beef, typically served with sauce or broth.
Pork Steamed BunsPork xiaolongbao is a traditional Chinese dim sum made by wrapping minced pork, seasoned with scallions, ginger, and other seasonings, in thin dough and steamed. The dough is made from flour and water, and after filling it with meat, the wrapper is pinched into pleats to seal it. Steaming makes the skin soft and chewy while keeping the filling tender and flavorful.
Pork Fire CakePork fire cake is a savory snack made with pork as the main ingredient. Minced pork is mixed with seasonings, wrapped in fermented dough, and grilled or pan-fried until crispy outside and fully cooked inside.
Sweet FruitA sweet dessert made from fruits like apples and pears, preserved in sugar or honey for a deliciously sweet taste.
Boiled Bok ChoySteamed lettuce is a dish featuring lettuce as the main ingredient. The lettuce is quickly blanched in boiling water, drained, and served with a seasoning sauce or directly. Simple to prepare, it retains the vegetable's crisp texture and natural flavor.
Clay Pot Northeast Chicken Stew with MushroomsMade with tender chicken and wild hickory mushrooms, this dish also includes dried shiitake and potatoes, slow-cooked in a clay pot. Rich broth, tender chicken, and aromatic mushroom flavor.
Stewed Pork with Chili in Clay PotA classic Chinese home-style dish featuring pork and chili peppers stir-fried slowly in a clay pot, resulting in tender meat and spicy, aromatic vegetables.
Sauce-Flavored Tofu in Clay PotA dish of soft tofu simmered in a clay pot with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
Classic Tofu PuddingClassic tofu pudding is made from tender tofu crafted from soybeans, filtered soy milk, and a coagulant like gypsum or brine. It has a smooth white texture and soft, silky consistency, perfect with savory broth or seasoned sauces.
Tea EggTea eggs are a traditional snack made primarily with eggs. The preparation involves boiling the eggs, gently cracking the shells, and then soaking them in a seasoned broth containing tea, spices, and soy sauce until fully flavored. Tea eggs have a bright red color and a fragrant aroma from the tea.
Soy Milk TangyuanA traditional Chinese dessert made with soy milk and glutinous rice balls, offering a smooth and sweet taste.
Golden Soup Old Jar Sichuan Pickled Vegetable NoodlesGolden soup base with fermented pickled vegetables from old jars, fresh meat strips, and smooth noodles. The broth is slowly simmered from chicken and pork bones, enhanced with pickled vegetables for a rich, tangy flavor.
Sugar-Coated Fried Dough StickA crispy fried dough stick coated in a sweet sugar glaze, popular as a snack or breakfast item in Chinese cuisine.
Chicken Broth Flavored Steamed BunsChicken broth-flavored steamed buns are made with minced pork and seasoned with chicken broth. The thin, elastic wrapper encases a juicy, tender filling. Steam-cooked to preserve natural flavor, offering rich, layered taste.
Black Rice PorridgeBlack rice porridge is a type of porridge made primarily from black rice. To prepare it, soak the black rice and then slowly cook it with water until the rice is soft and the porridge thick. The porridge has a deep color and a fragrant, sticky texture.