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江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.4
No. 78, Bajie Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 78, Bajie 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: Freshwater Crab, Water Celery and Tofu Skin Salad, Stir-fried Snails.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: No. 78, Bajie Road
- Popular dishes: Freshwater Crab, Water Celery and Tofu Skin Salad, Stir-fried Snails, Poached Chicken, Boiled River Shrimp in Salt Water
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Dishes
Freshwater CrabDazhagai is a traditional famous dish made primarily from fresh crabs.选用肥壮的螃蟹,清蒸或煮制而成,保留了蟹肉的原汁原味,蟹黄丰富,肉质鲜嫩。
Water Celery and Tofu Skin SaladA refreshing cold dish made with water celery and tofu skin, lightly dressed with garlic and sesame oil.
Stir-fried SnailsA dish of fresh snails stir-fried quickly with chili, garlic, and ginger, offering a spicy and aromatic flavor.
Poached ChickenWhite-cut chicken is a traditional dish made primarily from young chicken. It is boiled without any seasonings, preserving the natural flavor of the meat. It is served with a specially prepared sauce to enhance its original taste.
Boiled River Shrimp in Salt WaterSalted river shrimp is a dish made with fresh river shrimp. After cleaning, the shrimp are boiled in salted water with ginger slices and green onions, then drained and served. Simple to prepare, it preserves the shrimp's natural flavor.
Old Hen Chicken SoupOld hen chicken soup is primarily made with old hen chicken, combined with an appropriate amount of water and seasonings such as ginger slices and green onion segments. It is slowly simmered for several hours to allow the nutrients from the chicken to fully infuse into the broth, resulting in a rich and flavorful soup.
WatercressCao Tou is a dish primarily made from Cao Tou (a wild vegetable, scientifically known as alfalfa). Typically, the Cao Tou is washed, blanched, and then stir-fried with ingredients such as minced garlic and ginger threads to maintain its fresh and tender texture.
Clam and Bean Sprout Stir-fryA light dish featuring fresh clams and tender bean sprouts, quickly stir-fried with ginger and salt for a delicate, savory flavor.
Malan HeadA cold dish made from tender shoots of the Malan plant, blanched and mixed with garlic, sesame oil, and salt for a fresh, crisp taste.
Blunt-snout breamA small freshwater fish commonly steamed or braised, known for its tender texture and mild flavor.