Liyuan Restaurant (Huaihai Road Branch)
Cantonese cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
No. 755 Huaihai Middle Road, East Tower, Xinhualian Building, 6th Floor
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. 755 Huaihai Middle Road, East Tower, Xinhualian Building, 6th Floor. It is a Cantonese cuisine place, and the flavors are light (fresh/sweet/clean). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three-color Beef Cubes, Liyuan Shrimp Dumplings, Dry-Fried Beef Rice Noodles.
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: Cantonese cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 755 Huaihai Middle Road, East Tower, Xinhualian Building, 6th Floor
- Popular dishes: Three-color Beef Cubes, Liyuan Shrimp Dumplings, Dry-Fried Beef Rice Noodles, Pan-fried Hairtail, Handmade Tofu Hot Pot
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Dishes
Three-color Beef CubesA colorful Chinese dish featuring beef cubes stir-fried with bell peppers and onions, seasoned to a savory taste.
Liyuan Shrimp DumplingsA classic Cantonese dim sum dish made with fresh shrimp and pork fat wrapped in translucent dumpling wrappers, steamed to perfection for a delicate, tender bite.
Dry-Fried Beef Rice NoodlesDry-fried beef rice noodles is a dish made from rice noodles, beef, bean sprouts, and other ingredients. First, slice the beef and marinate it. Cook the rice noodles and set aside. Heat a wok, stir-fry the beef until it changes color, then add the bean sprouts and rice noodles. Season with soy sauce and other seasonings, and quickly stir-fry until well combined.
Pan-fried HairtailCrispy fried hairtail is a Chinese dish featuring hairtail as the main ingredient. After cleaning, the fish is marinated with salt and cooking wine, then pan-fried until golden brown on both sides, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Handmade Tofu Hot PotA hearty dish made with handmade tofu, pork mince, mushrooms, and greens simmered in broth for a rich, savory flavor.
Slow-Cooked BeefWenhuo beef is a dish made by slowly stewing beef over low heat for a long time. Main ingredients include beef, ginger slices, green onions, and spices like star anise. Beef is first cut into pieces, blanched to remove odor, then simmered with water and seasonings until tender and flavorful.
Seafood-stuffed Fried Dough StickA creative Chinese dish where seasoned seafood is stuffed into crispy fried dough sticks, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
Shenjing Roast GooseDeep Well Roast Goose is a traditional famous dish made from black-brown geese. For preparation, a medium-sized black-brown goose is selected, marinated and then roasted over charcoal until the skin turns golden and crispy while the meat remains tender and juicy. The whole goose is carved into pieces and served on the table, accompanied by a specially prepared sauce for a unique flavor.
Charcoal-Grilled Pork Neck MeatCharcoal-grilled pork neck meat is made primarily from lean meat taken from the pork neck area, marinated and then grilled over charcoal. The pork neck meat has a firm texture with evenly distributed fat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with a smoky charcoal aroma after grilling.
Crispy Shrimp Rice Noodle Rolls with Red RiceRed rice crispy shrimp rice noodles made with red rice batter and fresh shrimp, steamed into a thin sheet, rolled with shrimp, then pan-fried until crispy. Colorful and soft inside, crunchy outside.
Crispy Skin PigeonCrispy-skinned squab is a delicacy made primarily from young pigeons. After marinating, the birds are coated with a special crispy skin solution and then roasted. The finished dish features a crispy outer skin and tender, juicy meat with an aromatic fragrance.
Reviews
- skinny_maceCame here looking for some solid Cantonese food and honestly it did not disappoint. Everything feels super fresh and you can tell they put real care into how they cook it — flavors are on the lighter side but in a really clean, tasty way. The roast goose was a highlight for me, super crispy skin and the meat was so tender and juicy. The slow-simmered soup is made fresh every day and it tastes really nourishing, like the kind of thing that just makes you feel good. Also tried the shrimp dumplings and mango pomelo sago for dessert and both were honestly top-tier, easily some of the best I've had. If you're into Cantonese food, this place is a must.