BBQ Research Institute (Zhiwen Road Branch)
Barbecue · ⭐ 3.5
No. 16, Diao Zhuang Group
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Xi'an, 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. 16, Diao Zhuang Group. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: 孜然烤饼, Grilled Spare Ribs, Grilled Chicken Gizzards.
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: Xi'an
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 3.5
- Address: No. 16, Diao Zhuang Group
- Popular dishes: 孜然烤饼, Grilled Spare Ribs, Grilled Chicken Gizzards, Roasted Red-faced Quail, Grilled Squid Tentacles
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Dishes
孜然烤饼孜然烤饼是一种以面粉为主要原料,加入孜然粉、盐和其他调味料制成的面饼,通过烘烤或煎制而成。主要食材包括面粉、孜然粉、食用油和水,有时会加入葱花或芝麻增加风味。
Grilled Spare RibsGrilled spare ribs made from premium pork ribs, marinated and slow-roasted to achieve a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior.
Grilled Chicken GizzardsRoasted pig trotter nuggets is a barbecue dish made from fresh pig trotter nuggets, cleaned and marinated with seasoning, then grilled until the surface is slightly charred and the inside is fully cooked, offering a chewy texture.
Roasted Red-faced QuailRoasted red-faced quail is a dish made by marinating quail in red yeast rice and then grilling it, resulting in a crispy skin and tender meat with a subtle red yeast aroma.
Grilled Squid TentaclesGrilled squid tentacles are a dish made primarily from squid tentacles, cleaned, marinated with seasonings, and then grilled over charcoal or in an oven. The tentacles have a chewy texture and a tender, fresh taste, making them ideal for pairing with meals.
Roasted Quail EggsRoasted quail eggs are a dish primarily made with quail eggs, baked in an oven or over charcoal until the surface is slightly charred, releasing a rich aroma. A small amount of salt, soy sauce, or other seasonings can be added for marinating to enhance flavor.
Spicy Stir-fried ClamsFresh clams stir-fried with spicy chili and Sichuan pepper, delivering a bold, numbingly spicy flavor.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cakes are a traditional dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and brown sugar. First, the glutinous rice is steamed and then mashed into a paste to form the rice cakes. Next, brown sugar is dissolved in water and boiled into a syrup, which is poured over the rice cakes. Finally, toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts are sprinkled on top for added aroma.
Green Pepper Pig's Trotter TipsA stir-fry dish featuring tender pig trotter tips and fresh green peppers, seasoned with savory and slightly spicy flavors.