Old Man Bone Soup Shop
Home-style Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.6
Intersection of Tongcheng South Road and Shangpai Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hefei, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Intersection of Tongcheng South Road and Shangpai Road. It is a Home-style Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Big Bone Soup, Stir-Fried Tofu Skin Rolls, Skinned 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: Hefei
- Category: Home-style Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.6
- Address: Intersection of Tongcheng South Road and Shangpai Road
- Popular dishes: Big Bone Soup, Stir-Fried Tofu Skin Rolls, Skinned Fish, Salt-and-pepper Small Yellow Croaker, Seafood Vermicelli Pot
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Dishes
Big Bone SoupA hearty soup made by simmering large bones for hours, resulting in a rich, creamy broth with a savory flavor.
Stir-Fried Tofu Skin RollsA Chinese home-style dish made by stir-frying tofu skin rolls filled with bean sprouts and minced meat, served crispy and fragrant.
Skinned FishA Chinese dish made by removing the skin from fresh fish and braising it with aromatics and seasonings for a rich, tender flavor.
Salt-and-pepper Small Yellow CroakerBlack pepper salt small yellow croaker is a dish featuring small yellow croaker as the main ingredient. After cleaning and marinating, the fish is deep-fried until crispy, then stir-fried with black pepper salt, scallions, and ginger for full flavor.
Seafood Vermicelli PotSea Emperor Vermicelli Stew is a delicious dish made primarily with vermicelli, combined with seafood such as shrimp, squid, and crab meat, carefully simmered to perfection. The vermicelli absorbs the rich flavors of the seafood, offering a smooth texture, while the seafood remains tender and juicy—creating a harmonious and delightful combination.
Braised Beef Brisket with Beef TendonBeef brisket and tendon braised in a savory sauce, tender and flavorful.
Special Yellow CroakerFresh yellow croaker is steamed with ginger, scallions, and garlic to preserve its natural flavor and delicate texture.
Corn PancakeCorn cake is a Chinese pan-fried dish using fresh corn kernels as the main ingredient. Mix corn with a little starch, add salt and egg, stir well, then fry in a pan until golden brown on both sides, creating a crispy outside and tender inside.
Long-boiled Bone SoupA rich, slow-cooked soup made from large bones, simmered for hours to extract deep flavor and nutrients.
Old-Fashioned Bone SoupA traditional Chinese soup made by slow-cooking bones for hours, resulting in a rich, savory broth with subtle herbal notes.
Tripe Stir-fryA dish made by stir-frying sliced pork tripe with vegetables like bell peppers and carrots, known for its crisp texture and savory flavor.
Iron Plate LambA dish of fresh lamb stir-fried with vegetables on a hot iron plate, known for its tender meat and rich aroma.
Bone SoupBone broth is made by slow-cooking animal bones like pork, beef, or chicken in water for several hours to extract marrow and gelatin. Add ginger slices and scallions to reduce odor and enhance aroma; some recipes include carrots or corn for added flavor.
Cucumber Skin SaladA refreshing cold dish made from cucumber peels, seasoned with garlic, vinegar, salt, sugar, and a touch of chili oil for a crisp and tangy flavor.