Tao Xi Mao Kao Ya (Zhongyang Dajie Branch)
北京菜 · ⭐ 4.7
No. 30, Nanhua Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 30, Nanhua Road. It is a 北京菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Roast Duck, Spicy Brain Slices, Ice Jelly.
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: Chongqing
- Category: 北京菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: No. 30, Nanhua Road
- Popular dishes: Spicy Roast Duck, Spicy Brain Slices, Ice Jelly, Thin seaweed strips, Hot Pot Thin Tofu Skin
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Dishes
Spicy Roast DuckMao Kao Ya is a dish featuring roast duck as the main ingredient, paired with various vegetables and spices. The duck is carefully roasted to achieve tender meat and crispy skin. It is then sliced and cooked together with vegetables in a specially prepared spicy sauce, absorbing the rich, spicy flavor of the broth. Finally, it is garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for added aroma and visual appeal.
Spicy Brain SlicesBrain flower is a dish primarily made with pig brain as the main ingredient. The preparation involves cleaning the brain thoroughly, boiling it in hot water until cooked, then simmering it in a spicy and fragrant broth with various seasonings. Finally, it is garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro.
Ice JellyIce jelly is a traditional dessert made from ice jelly seeds, processed into transparent gel-like blocks. To prepare it, the blocks are cut into细条 or small pieces and mixed with ingredients such as brown sugar syrup, sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, and fruit pieces. It has a smooth, refreshing texture that cools and refreshes the body.
Thin seaweed stripsSeaweed threads are a refreshing seaweed dish made primarily from kelp. To prepare, kelp is sliced into fine strands and can be mixed with seasonings such as garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce for a cold dish, or stir-fried with a touch of chili and ginger for added flavor. The texture of seaweed threads is smooth and slippery, making it one of the common cold dishes in summer.
Hot Pot Thin Tofu SkinHot Pot Thin Tofu Skin is a dish made with thin tofu skin, combined with various vegetables and meats, and cooked in a hot pot. It has a fresh and tender texture, absorbing the flavor of the broth.
Soul NoodlesA creative quick meal made with instant noodles, eggs, vegetables, and seasoning for a rich, savory flavor.
Stewed Pork IntestinesA dish made with pork intestines simmered in a special broth, resulting in tender and flavorful meat.
Braised Beef CubesBraised beef cubes is a Chinese dish made with beef as the main ingredient, which is cut into pieces, blanched, and then stewed with soy sauce, sugar, and cooking wine. It has a tender texture and rich flavor.
Braised BeefBraised beef is a dish primarily made with beef, prepared through slow stewing to achieve tender meat and rich broth. The recipe uses high-quality beef combined with various spices and seasonings, then slowly stewed for an extended period to allow the beef to fully absorb the flavorful broth, resulting in a deep and satisfying taste.
Crispy Golden PotatoCrispy Golden Potato is a dish made mainly with potatoes, fried until golden and crispy. The outer layer is fragrant and crunchy, while the inside is soft and chewy, offering a rich texture.
KonjacKonjac is a food made from the corm of the konjac plant, processed into a gel-like texture with a smooth and refreshing mouthfeel. The main ingredients are konjac powder and water, and an alkaline substance is added during processing to solidify the konjac. It can be sliced, shredded, or used whole, and is commonly used in cold dishes, stir-fries, or soups.