Old Boat Pavilion · Fresh Fish Kitchen (Ranjia Ba Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.4
Annex No. 5, No. 10, Yushong 2nd Branch Road, Ranjiaba
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Annex No. 5, No. 10, Yushong 2nd Branch Road, Ranjiaba. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Braised Duck Heads, Signature Dan Dan Fish, 江团.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Annex No. 5, No. 10, Yushong 2nd Branch Road, Ranjiaba
- Popular dishes: Braised Duck Heads, Signature Dan Dan Fish, 江团, Deep-water Bighead Carp, Spicy Special Hot Pot
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Dishes
Braised Duck HeadsBraised duck heads is a traditional dish featuring duck heads as the main ingredient. The duck heads are first cleaned and prepared, then slowly simmered in a specially prepared braising sauce until fully flavored. The braising sauce is made by simmering a blend of spices and seasonings, giving the duck heads a unique taste.
Signature Dan Dan FishSignature side-fin fish features fresh side-fin fish with bean sprouts, wide rice noodles, and secret spices, stir-fried with chili and Sichuan pepper, then simmered in rich broth for deep flavor.
江团Jiangtuan is a dish primarily made with Jiangtuan fish. Typically, the fish is cleaned and marinated with ingredients such as ginger slices and green onion segments, then steamed or braised. The preparation emphasizes maintaining the tender texture of the fish meat, often seasoned with适量 soy sauce, cooking wine, and a small amount of sugar.
Deep-water Bighead CarpDeep-water bighead carp is a dish featuring fish raised in deep water, typically prepared by cutting or cooking whole, using methods like stewing, boiling, steaming, or braising, with ginger, scallions, garlic, and sometimes doubanjiang or chili for flavor.
Spicy Special Hot PotSpicy麻辣火锅 features a base made from beef tallow and various spices, with ingredients like beef, tripe, duck blood, tofu skin, and potatoes, cooked in a hot pot style.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
Frog LegsEel frog is a dish featuring bullfrog as the main ingredient, typically sliced after skinning and stir-fried with chili, Sichuan pepper, doubanjiang, garlic, ginger, and green onion for aroma, then stewed until flavorful. Some versions include bean sprouts or lettuce as accompaniments.
Dipping SauceA蘸碟 (dipping sauce) is a condiment made primarily from spices, seasonings, and edible oil, commonly served with main dishes such as hot pot or grilled meat. Its preparation is simple: mix minced garlic, chili, cilantro, and other spices with seasonings like soy sauce and vinegar, then add hot oil to enhance the aroma.
Yellow CroakerYellow catfish is a dish made primarily from yellow catfish. The fish is cleaned, pan-fried until golden on both sides, then stewed or braised with chili, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings to infuse flavor into the flesh.
Black TofuBlack tofu is made from black beans, soaked, ground into pulp, boiled, and coagulated. It has a deep brown or black color, smooth texture, and soft taste—ready to eat or cook.