Banma Shanghai-style Flavors (Jiaxi Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 4.5
No. 18-6, No. 18, Qixian Street (Exit 2, Jiaxi Metro Station)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Nanjing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 18-6, No. 18, Qixian Street (Exit 2, Jiaxi Metro Station). It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Salmon Sashimi, Surf Bass, Chopped Chili Fish Head.
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: Nanjing
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 18-6, No. 18, Qixian Street (Exit 2, Jiaxi Metro Station)
- Popular dishes: Salmon Sashimi, Surf Bass, Chopped Chili Fish Head, Kung Pao Shrimp Balls, Signature Duck Tongue Pie
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Dishes
Salmon SashimiSashimi is a dish made primarily from fresh salmon. The preparation is simple: slice the salmon thinly and serve with condiments such as wasabi and soy sauce, preserving the fish's original freshness and flavor.
Surf BassA dish featuring fresh bass fish, steamed or pan-fried with vegetables and a special sauce, served with lemon and herbs.
Chopped Chili Fish HeadSteamed fish head with chopped chili is a dish made by steaming a fish head with chopped chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. To prepare, clean the fish head, layer it with chopped chili and other seasonings, then steam until fully cooked.
Kung Pao Shrimp BallsKung Pao Shrimp is a Chinese dish featuring fresh shrimp as the main ingredient. The shrimp are deveined with tails intact, marinated, and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and aromatics such as green onions, ginger, and garlic to enhance flavor. The dish has a bright red color and plump shrimp balls.
Signature Duck Tongue PieA specialty pie made with duck tongues, seasoned and pan-fried for a crispy crust and tender filling.
Bama Stir-Fried Yellow BeefBama Stir-Fried Yellow Beef is a dish made with yellow beef and stir-fried with green peppers, red peppers, and other vegetables. The meat is tender and has a spicy and fragrant flavor with strong local characteristics.
Banma Braised Pork with Fragrant RiceBanma braised pork features tender, flavorful pork belly simmered in a savory sauce, served with fragrant rice for a balanced and satisfying meal.
Banma Crispy Meat Roll-upA specialty snack made by wrapping crispy meat and vegetables in a thin饼, offering a satisfying crunch and savory flavor.
Hangzhou-style Sweet and Sour Pork RibsPork ribs marinated, fried, and glazed with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce—classic Hangzhou-style dish with tender meat and glossy finish.
Osmanthus Glutinous Rice with Lotus RootGuìhuā Táng'ǒu is a dessert made primarily from lotus root and glutinous rice. Glutinous rice is stuffed into the lotus root holes, then boiled, sliced, and simmered with rock sugar and osmanthus flowers.
Stir-Fried Fresh SirloinFresh beef sirloin stir-fried quickly, tender and juicy with a rich, natural flavor.
Old Jar Sichuan-Style Fish in Sour Vegetable SauceOld jar sour vegetable fish is made with fresh, tender fish meat and pickled sour vegetables, carefully cooked with various spices and seasonings. The fish meat is smooth and tender, the sour vegetables are crisp and tangy, and the broth is rich and flavorful, perfectly blending sour, fresh, and aromatic tastes.
Huaiao Steamed Drunken River ShrimpFresh river shrimp steamed with Huaiao wine and soaked in a fragrant marinade, resulting in tender, flavorful seafood.
Steamed Shrimp with Garlic and VermicelliA dish of fresh shrimp steamed with garlic and vermicelli, resulting in tender shrimp and flavorful noodles.
Steamed Small Lobster with Garlic and VermicelliA seafood dish featuring fresh small lobster steamed with garlic and vermicelli, offering a rich, savory flavor.
Shrimp and Egg CustardShrimp and Egg Custard is a dish primarily made with shrimp and eggs. The shrimp are washed and marinated with a small amount of salt and cooking wine. Eggs are beaten and mixed with an appropriate amount of salt and water until well combined. The shrimp and egg mixture are then cooked together over medium-low heat. Once the egg mixture sets, it is stir-fried evenly to allow the shrimp and egg to blend thoroughly, resulting in a tender and smooth texture.
Black Pig Preserved Meat Stir-Fried Black RiceBlack Pig Preserved Meat Stir-Fried Black Rice is a Chinese dish made mainly with black pig preserved meat and black rice. The main ingredients include black pig preserved sausage, black rice, scallions, ginger, etc., with a salty and fragrant flavor.