La Ba Xian Chongqing Firewood Chicken (Xinwu Hongqi Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.5
Dayou Road, No. 87
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Dayou Road, No. 87. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Free-range Rooster Stew, Braised Old Tofu, Xiao Mao Pu.
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: Wuxi
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: Dayou Road, No. 87
- Popular dishes: Free-range Rooster Stew, Braised Old Tofu, Xiao Mao Pu, Dried Green Beans, Corn Pancake
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Dishes
Free-range Rooster StewA stew made from free-range rooster, slow-cooked with ginger and scallions for a rich, savory flavor.
Braised Old TofuBraised old tofu is a dish made by blanching old tofu and simmering it slowly in a special seasoned broth. Main ingredients include old tofu, soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon bark, and bay leaves. The tofu is cut into pieces and cooked with seasonings until fully flavored.
Xiao Mao PuA home-style dish made with pork, tofu, and greens, simmered to create a rich and savory flavor.
Dried Green BeansDry beans are made by sun-drying fresh beans until they lose moisture, resulting in a deep green or yellow-brown color. Before cooking, they must be soaked in water to restore their softness. They are commonly stewed with meat, absorbing the meat juices to become flavorful, and can also be stir-fried or used in soups.
Corn PancakeCorn cake is a Chinese pan-fried dish using fresh corn kernels as the main ingredient. Mix corn with a little starch, add salt and egg, stir well, then fry in a pan until golden brown on both sides, creating a crispy outside and tender inside.
Corn TortillaCorn tortillas are primarily made by mixing cornmeal with water, adding a适量 of salt for seasoning, then kneading into a dough and rolling it into thin, round pancakes. These are cooked on a flat pan until both sides turn golden brown. They can be eaten as is or paired with other ingredients.
Chongqing Wood-fired ChickenA Sichuan dish made with chicken cooked slowly over wood fire, seasoned with chili, Sichuan pepper, and aromatic spices.
Spiced Braised Pork IntestinesFresh pork intestines are thoroughly cleaned, blanched, then slowly braised with spices like star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves. The dish features a glossy red color, soft yet elastic texture, and rich aroma with a savory-sweet taste.
Fresh Frog LegsFresh bullfrog is the main ingredient, cleaned and stir-fried or braised. Usually seasoned with ginger, garlic, and chili to keep the meat tender and flavorful.