Old Gate Frame Spicy Tripe & Hot Pot Noodle Shop (Wenhua Square Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.2
No. 2109 Zhongshan East Road, Wenhua Square
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 2109 Zhongshan East Road, Wenhua Square. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Clear Soup Base, Freshly Sliced Beef, Freshly Sliced Lamb Neck.
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: Ningbo
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 2109 Zhongshan East Road, Wenhua Square
- Popular dishes: Clear Soup Base, Freshly Sliced Beef, Freshly Sliced Lamb Neck, Freshly Pressed Chili Oil, Grandfather's Sesame Sauce
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Dishes
Clear Soup BaseThe clear soup base is built on a light broth that captures the freshness of various ingredients. Fresh vegetables and meats are combined with carefully selected spices and slowly simmered to create a clear, delicate flavor—this is a classic choice for hot pot.
Freshly Sliced BeefFreshly sliced beef is a dish made with fresh beef, typically from tenderloin, shank, or flank. Sliced thin or in small pieces, it can be marinated and cooked by stir-frying, boiling, simmering, or grilling to retain its tender texture.
Freshly Sliced Lamb NeckFreshly sliced lamb neck from the shoulder area, hand-cut and directly cooked to preserve original flavor, tender texture with clear marbling.
Freshly Pressed Chili OilFreshly pressed chili oil is made by mixing crushed fresh chilies with vegetable oil and heating it. Main ingredients are dried chilies and edible oil, often enhanced with spices like Sichuan pepper and star anise for flavor.
Grandfather's Sesame SauceA traditional Chinese condiment made from sesame paste, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and chili oil, known for its rich and savory flavor. Commonly used in cold dishes, noodles, or as a dipping sauce.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Lamb SlicesLamb slices are made from selected lamb, sliced thinly and rolled into rolls. Typically served with hot pot cooking, the meat is tender and flavorful, making it an essential choice for hot pot meals.
Sesame Crisp BiscuitSesame pastries are a traditional snack made primarily from flour, sesame seeds, and sugar. After baking, the crust turns golden and crispy, with a rich sesame aroma and a sweet filling that is not overly sweet.
Grassland Beef TripeGrassland beef tripe is a dish made primarily from beef tripe, which is cleaned, boiled or blanched in water, then mixed with seasonings like scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili. Some recipes add cilantro, vinegar, and soy sauce for enhanced flavor.
Grassland Lamb Bone Meat RollA dish made from fresh lamb and bone, hand-rolled and steamed to perfection, offering tender meat and crisp bones with a natural grassland flavor.
Gate Nail Meat BunsMen Ding meat buns are made primarily with beef, seasoned with scallions, ginger, and other spices to form a filling. The mixture is then wrapped in dough and shaped into small pies resembling door nails. Finally, they are pan-fried until both sides turn golden brown.