Friends Zhi Jia Private Kitchen (Haiya Road Store)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 3.3
Binhai Subdistrict (north of Haiya Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Qingdao, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at Binhai Subdistrict (north of Haiya Road). It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Cold-Mixed Sea Tangle, Cold-mixed Tofu Noodles, Pine Nut Spinach.
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: Qingdao
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 3.3
- Address: Binhai Subdistrict (north of Haiya Road)
- Popular dishes: Cold-Mixed Sea Tangle, Cold-mixed Tofu Noodles, Pine Nut Spinach, Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Ribs, Fried Tangyuan
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Dishes
Cold-Mixed Sea TangleA refreshing dish made by mixing sea tangle with garlic, chili, and herbs, offering a crisp texture and rich mineral flavor.
Cold-mixed Tofu NoodlesCold-mixed bamboo skin is a refreshing cold dish with bamboo skin as the main ingredient. First, the bamboo skin is soaked in water until soft, then cut into appropriate lengths. It is then mixed with minced garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, and other seasonings.
Pine Nut SpinachCashew Spinach is a dish made primarily with fresh spinach, enhanced with fried nuts such as peanuts or pine nuts. After washing the spinach thoroughly, blanch it to remove bitterness, then drain and cut into segments. The nuts are deep-fried until golden and crispy. Finally, mix both ingredients together and season with dressing to serve.
Charcoal-Grilled Lamb RibsCharcoal-grilled lamb chops made from lamb ribs, marinated and grilled over charcoal. The surface is crispy and aromatic, while the inside remains tender, typically enhanced with cumin and chili powder.
Fried TangyuanDeep-fried glutinous rice balls are a Chinese snack made from glutinous rice flour dumplings that are fried in oil. The dumplings are typically filled with sweet fillings such as black sesame, red bean paste, or peanut butter, wrapped in a glutinous rice skin, and then deep-fried until the outer layer turns golden and crispy while the inside remains soft and chewy. Proper oil temperature control is essential during preparation to avoid burning the outside while leaving the inside undercooked.
Spicy and Sour SoupHula Tang is a traditional delicacy made from ingredients such as beef, flour, vermicelli, and wood ear mushrooms. The preparation involves stewing the ingredients into a rich soup and adding seasonings like pepper and chili, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying taste.
Spicy Stir-Fried ClamsSpicy stir-fried clams is a seafood dish made by stir-frying clams with chili peppers, garlic, and other seasonings. The clams are tender and juicy, combined with the spiciness of chili and the aroma of garlic, creating a unique flavor.
Spicy Kimchi Fried NoodlesSpicy Kimchi Fried Noodles is a flavorful Korean dish made by stir-frying cold noodles with spicy kimchi, eggs, and vegetables for a tangy and satisfying meal.
Flavorful SquidFlavorful squid made with fresh squid, vegetables, and aromatic seasonings for a savory and satisfying dish.
Cilantro Beef TripeA cold dish made with beef tripe and fresh cilantro, seasoned with garlic, chili oil, and other spices for a crisp and aromatic flavor.