Nao Shi Xiao Yuan (Xinshengli Branch)
晋菜 · ⭐ 4.7
No. 19, Xinshengli (Behind Kyoto Dumpling Restaurant, Urban Vocational & Technical College)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Taiyuan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 19, Xinshengli (Behind Kyoto Dumpling Restaurant, Urban Vocational & Technical College). It is a 晋菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Special Fried Chicken from the Courtyard, Special Boiled Fish from the Courtyard, Special Turtle Fish from the Courtyard.
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: Taiyuan
- Category: 晋菜
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: No. 19, Xinshengli (Behind Kyoto Dumpling Restaurant, Urban Vocational & Technical College)
- Popular dishes: Special Fried Chicken from the Courtyard, Special Boiled Fish from the Courtyard, Special Turtle Fish from the Courtyard, Hand-Kneaded Noodles, Fruit Platter
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Dishes
Special Fried Chicken from the CourtyardFresh chicken stir-fried with green peppers and onions in a secret sauce, delivering a rich, spicy flavor and tender texture.
Special Boiled Fish from the CourtyardFresh fish meat is slowly simmered with tofu, ginger slices, and green onions. The broth is clear, the fish tender and melting in the mouth, with a rich savory and slightly sweet flavor.
Special Turtle Fish from the CourtyardFresh turtle fish steamed with ginger, garlic, and chili, resulting in tender meat and a delicate, slightly spicy flavor.
Hand-Kneaded NoodlesHand-pulled noodles are a traditional noodle dish made primarily from flour, crafted by hand. The wide and thick noodles have a chewy texture and are commonly served with various soups or seasonings, making them a popular choice on family dinner tables.
Fruit PlatterA fruit platter features assorted fresh fruits cut into chunks or slices, commonly including apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, strawberries, watermelons, and kiwis. Seasonal and regional fruits are selected, washed, sliced appropriately, and arranged neatly on a plate without any seasoning.
Stir-Fried Tofu Skin with AromaticsStir-fried bean curd sheets is a Chinese dish made with bean curd sheets as the main ingredient. Soak the sheets, cut into pieces, then stir-fry with hot oil and aromatics like ginger, garlic, and chili. Add soy sauce and salt, stir well until fragrant. Cooking technique emphasizes proper heat control for flavor absorption.
Braised Pork with TofuBraised pork with soft tofu, made by stir-frying pork belly to release fat, then simmering with tofu in a savory broth, resulting in tender meat and richly flavored, absorbent tofu.
Beef and FlatbreadA traditional Chinese dish featuring beef stir-fried with flatbread, offering a savory and satisfying meal.
Stone Pot Fresh MushroomsA dish featuring fresh mushrooms stir-fried in a hot stone pot with garlic and scallions, delivering a savory and aromatic flavor.
Sweet and Sour MeatballsSweet and sour meatballs is a dish primarily made with pork meatballs. The preparation involves frying the pork meatballs until golden and crispy, then cooking a sweet and sour sauce using sugar, vinegar, and ketchup, finally pouring the sauce over the meatballs.
Trendy EggplantA popular dish featuring fried eggplant coated in a savory sauce, known for its crispy texture and bold flavor.
Old-Style Fried Pork with VegetablesA classic Chinese home-style dish made with pork tenderloin, bell peppers, carrots, and wood ear mushrooms. The meat is marinated and quickly fried in hot oil, then stir-fried with vegetables for a tender, savory flavor.
Iron Plate Button MushroomsA Chinese dish featuring fresh button mushrooms stir-fried quickly on a hot iron plate with garlic and scallions, resulting in a tender and aromatic flavor.