Chen Zi Ji Stir-Fried Gout Hot Pot (Suzhou's First Store)
Cantonese cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
No. 2-3 Xinshi Road, Gusu District
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 2-3 Xinshi Road, Gusu District. It is a Cantonese cuisine place, and the flavors are light (fresh/sweet/clean). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Three-to-Four-Person Vent Pot, Hand-Made Squid Cake, Soft-shell clam.
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: Suzhou
- Category: Cantonese cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 2-3 Xinshi Road, Gusu District
- Popular dishes: Three-to-Four-Person Vent Pot, Hand-Made Squid Cake, Soft-shell clam, Live Black Tiger Shrimp, Oyster
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Dishes
Three-to-Four-Person Vent PotA hearty stew made with pork, potatoes, and beans, slow-cooked in a traditional clay pot for rich flavor—perfect for family gatherings.
Hand-Made Squid CakeHandcrafted squid cakes made from fresh squid, with a touch of starch and seasonings, pounded by hand until sticky, then shaped into patties and cooked by frying or boiling.
Soft-shell clamA type of soft-shell clam, commonly steamed or boiled to preserve its natural freshness and flavor.
Live Black Tiger ShrimpFresh live black tiger shrimp steamed or blanched to preserve natural sweetness, served with ginger, scallion, and garlic for a delicate, tender flavor.
OysterOysters, using fresh oysters as the main ingredient, are typically served with lemon juice or a special sauce. The preparation is simple: open the oyster shells, keep the half-shell containing the oyster meat, clean it thoroughly, and enjoy raw, or enhance the flavor with additional seasonings.
Gout Pot Plus (3-4 Person)A seafood hot pot featuring hairy crabs and black tiger prawns, simmered in a rich broth with vegetables for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Clay Pot Rice PorridgeClay pot rice porridge is a type of rice dish made primarily from rice, combined with ingredients such as meat, seafood, or vegetables, and slowly simmered in a clay pot. The preparation involves first cooking the rice to about half-done, then adding the ingredients to continue stewing, allowing the flavors of the ingredients to blend into the porridge, resulting in a rich and smooth texture.
Cantonese Pan-Seared EelA Cantonese dish featuring fresh eel pan-seared and then baked with ginger, scallions, and garlic, resulting in tender, flavorful fish with a rich savory sauce.
Plum-Flavored Spare RibsPlum ribs is an innovative Chinese dish featuring pork ribs as the main ingredient and dried plums as a key辅料. The ribs are first pan-fried until golden brown, then simmered slowly with dried plums and seasonings until tender, allowing the sweet-sour flavor of the plums to fully penetrate the meat.
Ultra-Smooth Egg and BeefA Chinese home-style dish featuring tender beef slices stir-fried with smooth scrambled eggs, creating a rich and silky texture.
AbaloneAbalone is a precious seafood. It is usually cleaned first, then stewed or steamed until fully cooked. Its flesh is tender and nutritious, often served as a main dish at high-end banquets.