Lao Chizi (Songdong Road Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.1
No. 58 Songdong Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 58 Songdong Road. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Rabbit Cubes, Stir-Fried Pork, Sichuan-style Spicy Chicken.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 58 Songdong Road
- Popular dishes: Spicy Rabbit Cubes, Stir-Fried Pork, Sichuan-style Spicy Chicken, Spicy腊 Meat and Cauliflower in Dry Pot, Steamed Chicken in Cold Sauce
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Dishes
Spicy Rabbit CubesA spicy Sichuan snack made from diced rabbit meat, marinated and stir-fried with chili and Sichuan pepper for a numbing, fiery flavor.
Stir-Fried PorkStir-fried pork is a Chinese dish primarily made with pork, typically sliced thinly and quickly stir-fried with garlic, chili, and other seasonings. The dish has a bright red color, tender meat, and retains the original flavors of the ingredients during cooking.
Sichuan-style Spicy ChickenSichuan-style Spicy Chicken is a cold dish made primarily with chicken thigh meat or whole chicken. The cooked chicken is shredded into strips and mixed with ingredients such as peanuts, green onions, ginger, garlic, and cilantro. It is then dressed with a sauce made from chili oil, Sichuan pepper powder, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, salt, and sesame oil, and served after being well combined.
Spicy腊 Meat and Cauliflower in Dry PotA spicy Sichuan dish featuring smoked pork and cauliflower stir-fried in a dry pot with chili and garlic for rich, aromatic flavor.
Steamed Chicken in Cold SauceA classic Cantonese dish made by poaching fresh chicken in water, then chilling and slicing it for a tender, flavorful cold meal.
Mekong River Grilled FishA dish featuring fresh fish marinated with spices and vegetables, then grilled over charcoal for a rich, smoky flavor.
Charcoal-Grilled Spicy Frog LegsFrogs are marinated and grilled over charcoal, resulting in a slightly charred exterior and tender interior.
Sweet and Sour Pork RibsSweet and sour pork ribs is a classic Chinese dish using pork ribs as the main ingredient. The ribs are first fried until golden and crispy, then stir-fried with seasonings such as sugar, vinegar, and tomato sauce to coat the ribs evenly in a rich sweet-and-sour sauce.
Braised Pork BellyBraised pork belly is a classic Chinese dish made with pork belly as the main ingredient. After stir-frying and slow simmering, the meat becomes tender and juicy. During cooking, ingredients such as caramelized sugar and soy sauce are commonly added to give the dish a rich red color and deep flavor.
Spicy Charcoal-Roasted Duck HeadsSpicy charcoal-roasted duck heads made with a secret marinade and grilled to perfection, offering a crispy exterior and tender, flavorful meat.
Scallion-Braised Shark Fin HeadA Chinese dish featuring fresh shark fin head marinated and roasted with scallions, resulting in tender meat and rich aroma.