First Palace Banquet
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.7
No. 518 Caofang Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, 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. 518 Caofang Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Braised Tofu Vermicelli, Hand-grabbed Lamb Ribs, Huai'an Large Boiled Tofu Threads.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 518 Caofang Road
- Popular dishes: Braised Tofu Vermicelli, Hand-grabbed Lamb Ribs, Huai'an Large Boiled Tofu Threads, Fried Yam, Pan-fried Bun
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Dishes
Braised Tofu VermicelliDa Zhu Gan Si is a dish primarily made with tofu skin, where the tofu is sliced into fine threads, blanched, and then simmered slowly in a rich broth with ingredients such as ham, chicken breast, shrimp, and mushrooms. The preparation emphasizes precise heat control and a flavorful broth, allowing the tofu threads to fully absorb the aromas of the accompanying ingredients.
Hand-grabbed Lamb RibsHand-grabbed lamb ribs is a dish primarily made with lamb ribs, typically using fresh lamb rib or leg ribs. After marinating, the meat is roasted or stewed until fully cooked. The lamb has a firm texture and tender flavor, which can be eaten by hand, either with seasonings or dipping sauces.
Huai'an Large Boiled Tofu ThreadsHuai'an Large Boiled Tofu Threads is a traditional Jiangsu dish made with tofu threads, ham, chicken, and mushrooms, cooked slowly in broth. It has a fresh taste and rich soup.
Fried YamFried Yam is a Chinese dish made by frying sliced or diced yam coated in batter, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Pan-fried BunPan-fried baozi is a Chinese pastry made with a flour-based dough wrapper filled with pork and cabbage, among other ingredients. After being rolled out, it is pan-fried in a flat-bottomed skillet until the bottom turns golden and crispy. To prepare, first season the filling, then wrap it in the dough and seal the edges by pinching. Add a small amount of oil to the pan, cook over low heat until the bottom is fragrant and browned, then add water and steam until the baozi is fully cooked.
Braised Pork Meatballs狮子头 is a traditional dish primarily made with pork. Typically, the pork is minced and mixed with seasonings to form large, round meatballs, which are then simmered. The meatballs are large and round, with a tender texture and rich, flavorful broth.
Garlic River ShrimpFresh river shrimp stir-fried with abundant garlic, resulting in a savory and aromatic dish with tender shrimp meat.
Sour Cabbage Beef BrisketA Chinese stew featuring beef brisket and sour cabbage, slow-cooked until tender with a tangy, savory flavor.
Jinniu Lake Fish Head SoupA rich and flavorful soup made from fresh fish head, tofu, and ginger, slowly simmered to create a creamy, savory broth.
Grilled Squid on Iron PlateSizzling squid is made with fresh squid as the main ingredient, paired with vegetables such as onions and green peppers, and quickly cooked over a hot iron plate. The squid is tender, the vegetables are crisp, and the dish has an appealing color.