Manlai Xi Old Wuxi Snacks (Shangmadun Store)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.9
No. 28-2, Shangmadun Third Branch Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Wuxi, 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 No. 28-2, Shangmadun Third Branch Road. It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings, Huishan Oil-Sprinkled Cake, Osmanthus, Job's Tears and Mung Bean Soup.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 28-2, Shangmadun Third Branch Road
- Popular dishes: Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings, Huishan Oil-Sprinkled Cake, Osmanthus, Job's Tears and Mung Bean Soup, Osmanthus Red Bean Sweet Rice Porridge, Fried Dumplings
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Dishes
Pan-Fried Pork DumplingsA traditional Chinese snack made by pan-frying pork-filled dumplings until crispy on the outside and juicy inside.
Huishan Oil-Sprinkled CakeHuishan oil-sprinkled cake is a traditional snack from Wuxi, Jiangsu, made with flour, lard, and sesame. It features a flaky crust and soft interior, baked to perfection.
Osmanthus, Job's Tears and Mung Bean SoupOsmanthus, Job's Tears and Mung Bean Soup is a traditional Chinese sweet soup. The main ingredients include dried osmanthus flowers, Job's tears (coix seeds), and mung beans. To prepare, first soak the Job's tears and mung beans separately for several hours. Then, place them together in a pot with sufficient water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the Job's tears and mung beans are soft and have split open. Just before the soup is done, add the dried osmanthus flowers, simmer briefly, then turn off the heat. The finished soup is clear in color, with soft and glutinous Job's tears and mung beans, emitting a light osmanthus fragrance.
Osmanthus Red Bean Sweet Rice PorridgeA sweet rice porridge made with red beans, glutinous rice, and rock sugar, flavored with dried osmanthus flowers for a fragrant, comforting dessert.
Fried DumplingsFried dumplings are made by deep-frying filled dumpling wrappers until golden and crispy. Main ingredients include dumpling wrappers and filling (typically pork, shrimp, scallions, and ginger). The exterior becomes crunchy while the filling stays tender.
Magnolia CakeA traditional Chinese pastry made with a flour crust filled with red bean or lotus paste, deep-fried to golden crispness.
Sandy Pot Beef Sour Spicy SoupA hearty beef soup with a tangy and spicy flavor, slow-cooked in a clay pot for rich taste.
Jasmine Flower Soy MilkJasmine flower soy milk is made from soybeans and fresh jasmine flowers, steamed together for a fragrant and smooth drink.
Meat Soup Tofu PuddingA dish made with soft tofu simmered in a savory broth with minced meat, shrimp, and mushrooms, offering a smooth and flavorful experience.
菜饭菜饭是将米饭与蔬菜、肉类等食材混合炒制而成的主食类菜肴，常见食材包括米饭、青菜、胡萝卜、鸡蛋、火腿或腊肉等，制作时先将食材切好，再与米饭一同翻炒，使味道融合。
Radish CakeRadish cake is a type of flatbread made primarily from white radish. The radish is grated into fine strands, then mixed with flour, eggs, and seasonings to form a dough, which is shaped into patties and pan-fried. During preparation, ingredients such as chopped green onions and minced ginger are typically added to enhance the flavor.