Imperial Root Old Beijing Hot Pot (Xuhui Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.9
No. 1, Lane 297, Wanping Road (first building on the right after entering Lane 295)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 1, Lane 297, Wanping Road (first building on the right after entering Lane 295). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Beijing-style Seasoning, Scallion Beef Rolls, Traditional Pot.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 1, Lane 297, Wanping Road (first building on the right after entering Lane 295)
- Popular dishes: Beijing-style Seasoning, Scallion Beef Rolls, Traditional Pot, Candied hawthorn on a stick, Frozen Tofu
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Dishes
Beijing-style SeasoningA traditional Beijing-style seasoning made from soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, ginger, and chili, commonly used in cold dishes or as a dipping sauce.
Scallion Beef RollsBeef slices wrapped around fresh scallions, seasoned and steamed to create tender, flavorful rolls with a fragrant onion aroma.
Traditional PotTraditional pot is a stewed dish primarily made with pork, cabbage, tofu, and vermicelli. Ingredients are placed in a pot, water is added, and it is slowly simmered until fully cooked. The broth becomes rich and the ingredients become tender.
Candied hawthorn on a stickSugared hawthorn is a traditional snack made primarily from hawthorn berries and rock candy. The method involves threading hawthorn berries onto skewers, then pouring a boiled rock candy syrup over them. After cooling, a thin layer of crystallized sugar forms on the surface, creating a deliciously sweet and sour flavor.
Frozen TofuFrozen tofu is made by freezing fresh tofu, which develops a honeycomb-like structure inside with many pores and good elasticity. It can be cooked with various ingredients, offering a rich and diverse texture.
Baked flatbreadBaozi is a Chinese pastry made primarily from flour, water, and yeast. It is prepared by mixing the dough, allowing it to ferment, rolling it out, and then baking it. After baking, the baozi has a golden, crispy crust and a soft, flaky interior.
Premium Beef RibeyePremium beef brisket is made from high-quality beef cuts, sliced thinly or into strips, and typically prepared by quickly stir-frying or boiling after marinating to preserve its tender texture and original flavor.
Rice Flour PasteRice浆 is a thick liquid made by soaking rice, grinding it into a fine paste, and then filtering it. The traditional method involves soaking the rice until it softens, then grinding it using a stone mill or machine to create a smooth rice浆, and finally straining it through a fine mesh sieve to remove impurities and obtain pure rice浆.
Sweet Pickled GarlicSugarcane garlic is a traditional Chinese side dish made primarily from fresh garlic. The preparation involves soaking and drying the garlic cloves, then marinating them with sugar, vinegar, and other seasonings until the cloves become transparent and take on an amber color. Sugarcane garlic has a crisp texture and a sweet yet slightly sour taste.
LambLamb is made from tender lamb meat, carefully prepared to perfection. Its texture is delicate and its flavor is delicious. It is usually grilled or stewed with spices and seasonings, preserving the original taste of lamb while adding rich layers of flavor.