Old Lady Xita · Clay Pot BBQ (Yifangcheng Store)
Barbecue · ⭐ 4.7
B1, OCT Harbour, No. 99, Xinhu Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shenzhen, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at B1, OCT Harbour, No. 99, Xinhu Road. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Thick-cut Beef Tongue, Mashed Potatoes, Sauced Diaphragm.
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: Shenzhen
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 4.7
- Address: B1, OCT Harbour, No. 99, Xinhu Road
- Popular dishes: Thick-cut Beef Tongue, Mashed Potatoes, Sauced Diaphragm, Grilled Live Eel, Secret-Recipe Beef Short Ribs
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Dishes
Thick-cut Beef TongueThick-cut beef tongue is a delicacy made from fresh beef tongue, carefully prepared and cooked. The tongue is sliced into thick pieces and cooked using specific techniques to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, resulting in a rich and flavorful texture.
Mashed PotatoesMashed potatoes is a home-style dish primarily made from potatoes. The preparation method typically involves boiling the potatoes, peeling them, and then mashing them into a smooth consistency. Depending on personal taste, ingredients such as milk, butter, salt, and pepper can be added and mixed thoroughly.
Sauced DiaphragmStewed diaphragm is a dish made from beef diaphragm, blanched and simmered in sauce or broth until tender, then finished with a thickened gravy. Seasoned with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sugar for a flavorful, tender result.
Grilled Live EelGrilled live eel is made from fresh live eel, which is cleaned and scored on the surface to allow for better flavor absorption. The eel is marinated in a special sauce for a period of time, then grilled over charcoal until the skin is fragrant and crispy while the flesh remains tender. It can be served with rice or vegetables.
Secret-Recipe Beef Short RibsSecret recipe beef short ribs are made from premium beef short rib meat, marinated with a specially crafted marinade to infuse rich flavor. During cooking, the beef short ribs are quickly grilled over charcoal until the surface is slightly charred and the aroma of the meat fills the air. Served with a specially prepared sauce and side dishes, it delivers a unique and unforgettable taste.
Secret Spiced Sesame PasteA秘制麻酱 is a sauce made from sesame paste as the base, carefully simmered with various spices and seasonings. The main ingredients include high-quality sesame paste, garlic, ginger, and cilantro. The preparation method involves mixing these ingredients with appropriate amounts of soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and chili oil, stirring until a rich sesame aroma and balanced flavor are achieved.
Grandma's Special Cold NoodlesGrandma's special cold noodles made with fresh noodles, topped with cucumber ribbons, carrot strips, egg slices, ham slices, and bean sprouts, drizzled with a special sauce and served chilled. Cooked noodles are rinsed in cold water for a smooth texture, then mixed with vegetables and dressed with the sauce.
Grandmother's Special Snowflake PorkThis dish features marbled pork belly, seasoned and steamed to perfection. Tender, rich, and deeply flavorful.
Cheese Rice CakeCheese rice cake is a dish made primarily with glutinous rice cakes, combined with cheese or dairy. The rice cakes are typically steamed or pan-fried and then mixed with melted cheese, allowing the rice cakes to absorb the rich flavor of the cheese. Cream, milk, or butter may be added to enhance the texture, and ingredients such as ham or vegetables can be included to add depth and complexity.
Snowflake Beef TenderloinXuehua Beef is a dish made primarily with high-quality beef, simmered with selected medicinal herbs and spices. Its distinctive feature lies in the slow cooking process that renders the beef tender while preserving its freshness, resulting in a rich, flavorful broth with a complex taste.
Snowflake Rib MeatSnowflake rib meat is selected from the pork rib area, named for its fat and lean meat interlaced like snowflakes. Typically, it's cut into pieces, blanched to remove odor, then stewed or braised with seasonings until tender and flavorful.