ELEPHANT Small Elephant · Eat Me (Ningbo Hankyu)
Western cuisine · ⭐ 4.4
Shop No. 512, 5th Floor, Ningbo Hankyu Department Store, No. 189, Haiyan North Road
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 Shop No. 512, 5th Floor, Ningbo Hankyu Department Store, No. 189, Haiyan North Road. It is a Western cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Stir-Fried Hong Kong Conch with Holy Basil, Little Elephant's Squid Ink Seafood Rice, Handmade Tiramisu.
This is not a typical Chinese restaurant. Some dishes may be localized adaptations of Western cuisine, so check ingredients and flavors before ordering.
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: Western cuisine
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Shop No. 512, 5th Floor, Ningbo Hankyu Department Store, No. 189, Haiyan North Road
- Popular dishes: Stir-Fried Hong Kong Conch with Holy Basil, Little Elephant's Squid Ink Seafood Rice, Handmade Tiramisu, Bread Bowl with Creamy Bacon Mushroom and Local Rice Noodles, Olive Oil Garlic Fried Shrimp
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Dishes
Stir-Fried Hong Kong Conch with Holy BasilFresh conch meat stir-fried with holy basil and chili, delivering a fragrant and spicy flavor.
Little Elephant's Squid Ink Seafood RiceThis is a seafood rice dish where squid ink serves as the primary flavor source. Main ingredients include rice, fresh squid ink, shrimp, shellfish (such as mussels and clams), and squid. During preparation, the seafood is first stir-fried to release its aroma, then rice and squid ink are added and stir-fried or simmered together, allowing the rice to be evenly coated in a deep black color and absorb the umami of the seafood. The finished dish has a glossy black appearance with distinct rice grains, offering a rich seafood savoriness and the distinctive oceanic flavor of squid ink.
Handmade TiramisuTiramisu is a dessert made primarily with mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar, and ladyfingers. To prepare it, egg yolks are whipped with sugar, then mixed with mascarpone cheese until smooth. Egg whites are separately whipped and folded into the cheese mixture. Ladyfingers are dipped in concentrated coffee and layered in a container, with each layer of biscuits coated in the cheese mixture. Finally, cocoa powder is dusted on top and the dessert is chilled to set.
Bread Bowl with Creamy Bacon Mushroom and Local Rice NoodlesA hearty dish featuring a bread bowl filled with creamy bacon mushroom sauce and soft local rice noodles, offering rich flavor and satisfying texture.
Olive Oil Garlic Fried ShrimpFresh shrimp pan-fried in olive oil with garlic, resulting in a fragrant and tender dish.
Australian Wagyu Beef Pizza RollAustralian Wagyu Beef Pizza Roll features premium Australian wagyu beef, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and fresh vegetables wrapped in crispy pizza dough and baked to perfection.
Charcoal-Grilled Orlean Chicken WingsFresh chicken wings marinated in Orlean seasoning and grilled over charcoal for a smoky, savory flavor.
Charcoal-Grilled Deep-Sea OctopusThis dish features deep-sea octopus as the main ingredient. After cleaning and brief marination, it is grilled directly over charcoal fire. By controlling the heat and turning, the octopus develops a slightly charred, crispy exterior while retaining a tender and juicy texture inside. It is typically served with a simple lemon juice or a special sauce to enhance its flavor.
Valencian Seafood RiceA traditional Spanish dish from Valencia made with short-grain rice, seafood, and saffron, cooked in broth for a rich, golden flavor.
Premium Boston Lobster Seafood Rice ComboPremium Boston lobster and assorted seafood simmered in a rich sauce over fragrant rice, delivering a luxurious and savory dining experience.
Pineapple Coconut MilkA dessert made with fresh pineapple and coconut milk, chilled for a refreshing tropical flavor.
Garlic Mushrooms with Cuttlefish Sausage CubesThis dish features fresh mushrooms and cuttlefish sausage as the main ingredients. The mushrooms are sliced or diced, and the cuttlefish sausage is cut into small cubes. Heat oil in a pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add the mushrooms and stir-fry until they release moisture and soften. Add the cuttlefish sausage cubes and continue to stir-fry. Season with salt and a small amount of soy sauce or oyster sauce. Cook until all ingredients are thoroughly cooked and the flavors are well combined. The finished dish is rich in garlic aroma, with tender mushrooms and chewy, bouncy cuttlefish sausage cubes, offering a multi-layered texture.
Grass-fed Filet Mignon 200gPremium grass-fed filet mignon, 200g, seared to perfection for a tender and juicy experience.