Zhi Guang Yuan (Tian Tong Yuan Branch)
北京菜 · ⭐ 4.2
Building 11, Area 5, Tian Tong Yuan South Subdistrict, Lishuiqiao North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Building 11, Area 5, Tian Tong Yuan South Subdistrict, Lishuiqiao North Road. It is a 北京菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Layered Shredded Sugar Fire Cake, Classic Sauce-Braised Torn Chicken, Creamy Milk Yogurt.
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: Beijing
- Category: 北京菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: Building 11, Area 5, Tian Tong Yuan South Subdistrict, Lishuiqiao North Road
- Popular dishes: Layered Shredded Sugar Fire Cake, Classic Sauce-Braised Torn Chicken, Creamy Milk Yogurt, Kung Pao Chicken, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
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Dishes
Layered Shredded Sugar Fire CakeQian Ceng Shui Si Tang Huo is a traditional Chinese pastry made primarily from flour, brown sugar, and oil. By repeatedly folding the dough, a layered fire cake is created, then baked until golden and crispy. Each layer is evenly coated with brown sugar, giving the pastry a satisfyingly crisp exterior and a sweet, rich filling.
Classic Sauce-Braised Torn ChickenShredded chicken made from chicken legs, blanched and torn into strips, then simmered with sauce to absorb flavor. Key ingredients include chicken thigh, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, doubanjiang, and cooking wine, slowly stewed to infuse rich savory taste.
Creamy Milk YogurtNai Pi Zi Yogurt is a dairy dish primarily made from fresh milk and yogurt starter. The preparation involves heating the milk to an appropriate temperature, adding the yogurt starter, mixing thoroughly, and allowing it to ferment until it sets, forming a thick layer of cream on the surface. It has a delicate texture and a rich yogurt flavor.
Kung Pao ChickenKung Pao Chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken, stir-fried with辅料 such as peanuts, scallions, ginger, garlic, and dried chili peppers. The chicken is cut into cubes, marinated, then quickly stir-fried with fried peanuts and seasonings to create a dish with a bright red color and tender, flavorful texture.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Roast DuckRoast duck is one of the特色 dishes of Beijing, made from high-quality meat ducks using a hanging oven roasting method. The finished product has a reddish-gold color, tender meat, and rich flavor.
Beef DumplingsBeef buns are made with high-quality beef as the main ingredient, combined with seasonings such as green onions and ginger, finely chopped to form the filling. The dough is made from high-gluten flour, fermented, then rolled into round wrappers to enclose the beef filling before steaming. The finished product has a soft, white outer skin and a savory, juicy interior.
Beef NoodlesBeef noodles are a noodle dish primarily made with noodles and beef. The cooked noodles are served with tender pieces or slices of beef that have been stewed, then topped with a rich beef broth, and finally garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro for added aroma.
Stewed Beef Brisket with Tomato in Clay PotStewed beef brisket with tomatoes is a dish featuring beef brisket and tomatoes. The beef is cut into pieces and simmered in a clay pot with tomatoes, water, and seasonings until the beef is tender and the tomatoes blend into the broth. Ginger slices and green onions are typically used to remove odor and enhance aroma.
Sugar-oil pancakeSugar oil cake is a traditional Chinese pastry made from flour mixed with sugar and oil to form a dough, which is fermented and then pan-fried. Its surface is golden and crispy, while the inside is soft and sweet, with a rich aroma of sugar and oil.
Shrimp Fried NoodlesShrimp fried疙瘩 is a dish primarily made with wheat dumplings and fresh shrimp. The preparation involves boiling the wheat dumplings to about 80% doneness, then stir-frying them with cooked shrimp and vegetables until well combined, finally adding seasonings and stir-frying until evenly blended.
Sour Stir-Fried Egg with Wood Ear MushroomsSweet and sour wood ear is a home-style dish made primarily with beef tenderloin, eggs, scallions, ginger, and other ingredients. The preparation involves slicing the meat, marinating it, mixing it with beaten egg liquid, stir-frying, and finally adding vinegar and soy sauce for seasoning. Scallions and ginger are sprinkled just before serving.
Duck and Millet DumplingsDuck松杂粮包 features a whole grain dough wrapped around a savory filling of duck meat, mushrooms, and carrots, steamed to perfection. The dough is made from mixed grains, offering a rich, hearty flavor and satisfying texture.
Reviews
- sophisticated_porcupineThis place is super close to home so we end up here pretty often for meals. The Peking duck was amazing — crispy skin, tender meat, and the little pancakes you wrap it in are so good. Service is solid too, the staff are friendly, food comes out fast, and anytime you need something they are right there. Portions are really generous and the prices are great — the two of us were totally stuffed and still had leftovers. The place is clean, and yeah it gets pretty packed at dinner time, but upstairs there's more seating and it's way quieter. Been here a few times recently and honestly nothing has changed, still the same flavors I remember. Definitely my go-to spot.
