Old Friend's Beef and Lamb Noodle Bar (Tongzilin Branch)
小吃面食 · ⭐ 4.2
Ya Ju Yuan, Nos. 2–5, Zongshu South Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chengdu, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Ya Ju Yuan, Nos. 2–5, Zongshu South Street. It is a 小吃面食 place, and the flavors are homestyle (mainly savory). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Yunnan Ham Chicken Rice Noodles, Spicy Beef Noodles, Thai Mint Pork Rice.
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: Chengdu
- Category: 小吃面食
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: Ya Ju Yuan, Nos. 2–5, Zongshu South Street
- Popular dishes: Yunnan Ham Chicken Rice Noodles, Spicy Beef Noodles, Thai Mint Pork Rice, Dai-style Braised Pork Rice Noodles, Fried Egg
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Dishes
Yunnan Ham Chicken Rice NoodlesA Yunnan specialty featuring rice noodles stir-fried with ham and chicken, known for its savory and aromatic flavor.
Spicy Beef NoodlesDry-mixed beef is a dish made by slicing cooked beef and mixing it with seasonings. Typically using beef shank or brisket, the meat is blanched or stewed until tender, cooled, sliced, then mixed with scallions, ginger, garlic, chili oil, soy sauce, vinegar, Sichuan pepper powder, and sesame for rich flavor and texture.
Thai Mint Pork RiceA Thai-style dish featuring minced pork stir-fried with fresh mint, lime juice, and fish sauce, served over fragrant rice for a refreshing, tangy-spicy flavor.
Dai-style Braised Pork Rice NoodlesA flavorful dish featuring slow-braised pork and rice noodles, seasoned with aromatic spices and served with fermented bamboo shoots and herbs.
Fried EggFried eggs are a simple and delicious home-style dish, primarily made with fresh eggs. The preparation involves beating the eggs and pouring them into a preheated frying pan, then cooking over medium-low heat until both sides turn golden brown and the aroma of eggs fills the air—ready to be served.
Special Yunnan-style Braised Rice NoodlesA flavorful Yunnan-style rice noodle dish simmered in a rich, aromatic broth with vegetables and herbs.
Yanbian Clear Soup Lamb NoodlesA traditional Sichuan dish featuring tender lamb simmered in a clear broth, served over rice noodles with fresh herbs.
Spicy Beef NoodlesSpicy beef noodles feature tender beef in a rich, aromatic red broth, served over soft rice noodles.
Sweet and Sour GarlicSweet and sour garlic is a cold dish made by pickling fresh garlic in a seasoned vinegar-sugar-salt solution, resulting in a crisp, tangy flavor.
Spicy Chili Oil ChickenA spicy Sichuan dish made with chicken stir-fried in chili oil and spices, known for its bold flavor and numbing heat.