Snail's Home Tavern (JiaoDiao Exit Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.7
No. 73 Daxing Hutong, Jiaodao Kou Subdistrict (50 meters west of Dongcheng Branch, Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 73 Daxing Hutong, Jiaodao Kou Subdistrict (50 meters west of Dongcheng Branch, Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau). It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Wa邦 Grilled Chicken Wings, Cold-Marinated Fish Skin, Snap Cocktails.
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: Beijing
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: No. 73 Daxing Hutong, Jiaodao Kou Subdistrict (50 meters west of Dongcheng Branch, Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau)
- Popular dishes: Wa邦 Grilled Chicken Wings, Cold-Marinated Fish Skin, Snap Cocktails, Honey Roasted Chicken, Small Platter
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Dishes
Wa邦 Grilled Chicken WingsWabang grilled chicken wings are made from chicken wings, marinated and then grilled over charcoal or in an oven. Common marinade ingredients include soy sauce, cooking wine, garlic, ginger, and chili powder for flavor. The exterior becomes crispy while the inside remains tender.
Cold-Marinated Fish SkinCold fish skin salad is a dish made primarily from fish skin. Clean the skin, blanch or boil it, cool, then slice or shred. Mix with garlic, green onions, cilantro, and seasonings like soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, sesame oil, sugar, and salt.
Snap CocktailsA扣鸡尾酒 is a drink made by mixing cocktails with fruits, syrup, and ice. Main ingredients include base spirits like vodka, rum, or gin, fruit juices such as orange, pineapple, or lemon juice, syrup, and ice. Shake all ingredients in a shaker, strain into a glass, and garnish with fruit.
Honey Roasted ChickenHoney-glazed chicken is made from whole chicken marinated and coated with special spices and seasonings, then roasted. Key ingredients include chicken, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and spice powder, with emphasis on flavor penetration and precise heat control.
Small PlatterA small platter features a variety of mini dishes, typically including cold, hot, or pickled items made from vegetables, meat, seafood, and tofu, prepared by mixing, steaming, frying, or pickling—ideal for sharing.
Lemon Cucumber SaladLemon cucumber is a cold dish made primarily from cucumbers, flavored with lemon juice or slices. After washing, cucumbers are sliced or crushed, then mixed with lemon juice, salt, sugar, and other seasonings. Chill before serving.
Fried Enoki MushroomsFried enoki mushrooms is a dish made primarily from enoki mushrooms, seasoned with oil, salt, and other seasonings. The preparation method involves washing the enoki mushrooms, tearing them into small strips, marinating them, coating them in batter or breadcrumbs, then frying them in hot oil until golden and crispy.
Grilled Pork BellyGrilled pork belly is a dish primarily made with pork belly. To prepare it, the pork belly is sliced, marinated, and then grilled on a rack over moderate heat. It's ready when both sides are golden brown and the edges slightly curl, resulting in tender and juicy meat that can be enjoyed with simple seasonings.
Rice WineRice wine is a traditional fermented beverage made primarily from glutinous rice or regular rice. The production process includes soaking the rice, steaming it, adding yeast starter (qu) to ferment, and finally filtering and clarifying to obtain clear rice wine.
French FriesFrench fries are a food made from potatoes, cut into strips and deep-fried. In the preparation process, potatoes are peeled, washed, sliced into uniform long strips, then fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. Finally, salt or other seasonings are sprinkled on top.
Tofu Skin Rice NoodlesDouban米线 features rice noodles as the main ingredient, paired with smooth tofu pudding. After cooking the rice noodles, they are mixed with the tofu pudding, sauce, and seasonings, creating a rich texture and flavor.
Spicy Potato StripsSpicy potato strips are a dish primarily made with potatoes. The potatoes are sliced into thin strips, then fried or blanched before being stir-fried with spices such as chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns. The finished dish has a golden color, with a crispy exterior and tender interior, delivering a distinct spicy and numbing flavor.
Black Three Dice Fried RiceBlack Three Dice Fried Rice is a fried rice dish primarily made with cured meat, green peppers, and minced garlic. Cut the cured meat into small cubes, chop the green peppers finely, and stir-fry them together with the minced garlic until fragrant. Then add leftover rice and stir-fry until well combined. Season to taste and serve.
Reviews
- Mason_24Found this little spot tucked away in a hutong from some travel guide and had been wanting to check it out forever. Walked in and immediately fell for the vintage wooden decor and walls covered in record posters — the vibe is so good. Got there around 6pm and there was a live singer going, super soft voice kinda like Zhao Lei style, really relaxing. Ordered the tofu pudding rice noodles and the spicy potato strips — the noodles were perfectly chewy, the tofu pudding was silky smooth, and the potato strips were super crispy. Tastes really authentic. Hung out with a friend for a while, just chatting and listening to music, felt really nice and chill.
