Cafe by Alba (Song Zhuang Branch)
咖啡 · ⭐ 4.7
South Gate, No. 31 Xiaobao North Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at South Gate, No. 31 Xiaobao North Street. It is a 咖啡 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Silky Sweet Orange, Ethiopian Yegedie Shifé, Norwegian Forest.
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: Beijing
- Category: 咖啡
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: South Gate, No. 31 Xiaobao North Street
- Popular dishes: Silky Sweet Orange, Ethiopian Yegedie Shifé, Norwegian Forest, Almond Tofu, French Dark Chocolate Mocha
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Dishes
Silky Sweet OrangeSilky sweet orange dessert made with fresh oranges, blended into a smooth puree with sugar, milk or cream, then chilled to set. Delicate and smooth with natural orange aroma.
Ethiopian Yegedie ShiféEthiopian Yirgacheffe is a beverage made primarily from Ethiopian coffee beans, roasted, ground, and brewed in a traditional clay pot (jebena). A small amount of water and spices like cinnamon or cloves are added during brewing, then filtered and served after resting.
Norwegian ForestNorwegian Forest is a dish featuring fresh vegetables and premium meats, including beef, mushrooms, onions, carrots, and broccoli. Beef slices are marinated, then stir-fried with vegetables and seasoned before slow-cooking until flavorful.
Almond TofuAlmond tofu is a traditional Chinese dessert made primarily from almond powder, milk, and sugar. The preparation involves mixing almond powder with milk until smooth, adding an appropriate amount of sugar for flavoring, then chilling to allow it to solidify. Finally, it is cut into small pieces for serving.
French Dark Chocolate MochaA French-style chocolate mocha blends French baking with rich chocolate flavor. Made with espresso, steamed milk, dark chocolate, and whipped cream. Melted dark chocolate is mixed into espresso, then hot milk is added, topped with whipped cream and cocoa powder.- Rococo Chocolate CakeRococo chocolate cake is made from chocolate, eggs, flour, sugar, and butter, prepared by mixing and baking. The cake is soft with a chocolate sauce or cream topping, often decorated with fruits or nuts.
Roasted Apple Ice CreamGrilled apple ice cream is a dessert made with apples and ice cream. Apples are cut or hollowed out, filled with ice cream, then baked at low temperature to soften the fruit and blend its sweetness with the ice cream.
Caramel CheesecakeCaramel cheesecake is made from cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and a biscuit base. Mixed and baked in a mold, then topped with a caramel sauce that hardens after cooling.
Orange Glaze MousseOrange Glaze Mousse is a dessert flavored primarily with oranges, made by mixing fresh orange juice or pulp with cream and gelatin to form the mousse base, then adding coconut milk for texture. It's chilled until set, resulting in a semi-transparent dessert with a citrus aroma and smooth, delicate texture.
Golden MandhelingGolden Mandheling is a creative dish using Mandheling coffee beans as the main ingredient. Roasted beans are ground into powder and mixed with honey, butter, and a little sugar to make a sauce, which is drizzled over golden fried chicken or tofu for a unique flavor.