Lao Xiang Zi (Zhaofeng West Road Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.3
No. 9, Zhaofeng West Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 9, Zhaofeng West Road. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Lotus Root Flour Skin, Fruitwood Roast Duck, Osmanthus Jelly 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: Xi'an
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: No. 9, Zhaofeng West Road
- Popular dishes: Lotus Root Flour Skin, Fruitwood Roast Duck, Osmanthus Jelly Cake, Sichuan Boiled Pork Slices, Special Roast Duck
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Dishes
Lotus Root Flour SkinA cold dish made from lotus root starch, known for its smooth and chewy texture, typically dressed with garlic, scallions, chili oil, and other seasonings for a refreshing taste.
Fruitwood Roast DuckPeking duck, made from Beijing ducks, is marinated and roasted over fruit wood. The duck is inflated, cleaned, gutted, seasoned with special spices, then slowly roasted until crispy skin and tender meat.
Osmanthus Jelly CakeGuìhuā Liánggāo is a traditional dessert made from glutinous rice flour and sticky rice flour, mixed with water to form a paste, then steamed. After cooling, it's cut into pieces and drizzled with a syrup made from sugar and osmanthus flowers for a fragrant flavor.
Sichuan Boiled Pork SlicesSichuan-style boiled pork slices is a dish made primarily with thin slices of lean pork, paired with vegetables such as mung bean sprouts and greens, and cooked by boiling. First, the vegetables are blanched, then the marinated pork slices are added to boiling water to cook through. Finally, a spicy and numbing sauce is prepared by stir-frying chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings, resulting in a fresh, fragrant, tender, and smooth texture.
Special Roast DuckSpecialty roasted duck is made from tender Peking duck, processed through marinating and hanging-roast baking techniques. The skin is crispy while the meat remains juicy and tender, typically served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, scallion strips, and cucumber sticks.
Qin-Style Chicken NoodlesQin-Style Chicken Noodles features tender chicken and fresh noodles tossed in a spicy, aromatic sauce with garlic and chili oil.
Old Alley Family FeastA hearty Chinese stew combining pork belly, tofu, eggs, mushrooms, carrots, and greens, slow-cooked in savory sauce for a rich, balanced flavor.
Old Alley Special Roast DuckA premium Peking duck marinated and roasted in a traditional oven, served with pancakes, hoisin sauce, and scallions for a classic Chinese experience.
Fennel PancakeA savory pancake made with fresh fennel, eggs, and flour, pan-fried until golden. Popular as a traditional Chinese home-style snack.
Potato Pancake Stir-fried with Cold VermicelliA savory dish made by stir-frying sliced flatbread with cold vermicelli noodles, often seasoned with garlic and chili for a spicy kick.
Crispy EggplantCrispy Eggplant is a Chinese dish made by frying sliced eggplants until golden and crispy, often seasoned with garlic and soy sauce for a savory flavor.
Fresh Pepper Cod FilletFresh pepper flounder dish made with flounder fillets, fresh chili peppers, and seasonings. The flounder is marinated and stir-fried with sliced fresh chilies to keep the fish tender and the peppers crisp.