Lao Aba Jiangsu-Hangzhou Local Cuisine (Jiuguang Department Store Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.2
Blue Zone, 4th Floor, No. 268 Wangdun Road, Jiuguang Department Store
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 Blue Zone, 4th Floor, No. 268 Wangdun Road, Jiuguang Department Store. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three Gorges River Catfish Soup, Clay Pot Tofu, 手工豆皮.
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: 4.2
- Address: Blue Zone, 4th Floor, No. 268 Wangdun Road, Jiuguang Department Store
- Popular dishes: Three Gorges River Catfish Soup, Clay Pot Tofu, 手工豆皮, Braised Chicken Feet, Old Uncle Charcoal-Baked Flatbread
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Dishes
Three Gorges River Catfish SoupA traditional soup made with fresh river catfish from the Three Gorges region, slow-cooked with ham and ginger for a rich, savory flavor.
Clay Pot TofuA classic Chinese dish featuring soft tofu simmered in a clay pot with minced pork, mushrooms, and greens, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
手工豆皮手工豆皮是以黄豆为原料，经浸泡、磨浆、煮沸后在特定容器中摊成薄片，冷却后形成豆皮。制作过程中不添加额外辅料，主要依靠豆浆的自然凝固和手工操作成型，成品质地柔韧，口感细腻。
Braised Chicken FeetOld braised chicken feet is a dish made primarily from chicken claws, blanched and then slowly simmered in a special old braising sauce. The sauce is typically made by simmering soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, and Sichuan peppercorns to infuse the claws with rich flavor and tender texture.
Old Uncle Charcoal-Baked FlatbreadA traditional Chinese flatbread made with flour, scallions, and sesame, baked slowly over charcoal for a crispy exterior and soft interior.
Lotus Leaf Hand-Shredded Chicken (Half)Lotus Leaf Hand-Shredded Chicken (Half) is a traditional Chinese dish primarily made with half a whole chicken, dried lotus leaves, and various spices. The chicken is first marinated with basic seasonings like salt, cooking wine, ginger, and scallions, then blanched in boiling water to set its shape. The marinated chicken is tightly wrapped in softened dried lotus leaves and steamed until fully cooked and tender. After steaming, the leaves are unwrapped, and once the chicken has cooled slightly, it is hand-shredded along the grain into strips or chunks. The resulting dish features tender, juicy chicken with the distinctive fresh aroma of lotus leaves.
Scallion TaroA Chinese home-style dish made with taro and scallions, featuring tender taro mixed with sautéed green onions for a savory and fragrant flavor.
Scallion Fragrant TaroA Chinese home-style dish made with taro and scallions, steamed and stir-fried for a soft, fragrant taste.
Quzhou Charcoal-Baked FlatbreadA traditional flatbread from Quzhou, made with flour, lard, and scallions, baked over charcoal for a crispy crust and soft interior.
Hooked Fish SoupA delicate soup made with hooked fish, ginger, and scallions, simmered slowly to bring out a fresh and savory flavor.
Hooked Fish with Cucumber StewA dish featuring hooked fish and cucumber stewed together in a savory sauce, combining tender fish with crisp cucumber in a rich broth.
Yellow Croaker Dried Fish Braised PorkA Chinese dish combining dried yellow croaker with braised pork, resulting in a savory and aromatic flavor.