Old Cui Barbecue No.3 (Tongda Plaza Branch)
Barbecue · ⭐ 3.9
No. 3, Lao Cui Barbecue Headquarter, Tongda Life Plaza, Chuncheng Road, Chengyang Subdistrict
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Qingdao, 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. 3, Lao Cui Barbecue Headquarter, Tongda Life Plaza, Chuncheng Road, Chengyang Subdistrict. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Pork Belly Skewers, Mullet Fish, Pork Tetra.
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: Qingdao
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: No. 3, Lao Cui Barbecue Headquarter, Tongda Life Plaza, Chuncheng Road, Chengyang Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Pork Belly Skewers, Mullet Fish, Pork Tetra, Beef tendon, Roasted Button Mushrooms
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Dishes
Pork Belly SkewersPork skewers are made from pork belly with alternating layers of fat and lean meat, cut into uniform small pieces and threaded onto bamboo skewers. After marinating, the pork skewers are grilled over charcoal until the outside is crispy and the inside remains tender, with juicy fat and an irresistible aroma.
Mullet FishMuyun fish is a dish made primarily from the small fish known as muyun. During preparation, the fish are typically cleaned and can be cooked whole or with the head and internal organs removed. Common cooking methods include grilling, frying, or boiling, which help retain the fish's natural tenderness and freshness.
Pork Tetra掌中宝 is a refined Chinese dish primarily made from chicken cartilage. During preparation, the chicken cartilage is marinated to absorb flavor, then quickly stir-fried at high heat to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior, resulting in a rich and layered texture.
Beef tendonBeef tendon is a dish primarily made with beef tendons, which are cooked through stewing or grilling until fully tender, offering a chewy and resilient texture. During preparation, the ingredients are often marinated with seasonings to enhance flavor, and finally stir-fried or grilled with spices such as chili and cumin.
Roasted Button MushroomsGrilled portobello mushrooms is a dish that uses portobello mushrooms as the main ingredient. The preparation method is simple: clean the mushrooms, place them on a grill, and roast until they release water and soften. Then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
Beef IntestineOx tripe is a dish made primarily from beef heart blood vessels, carefully processed and cooked to deliver a unique texture. To prepare it, the ox tripe is first washed and cut into segments, then marinated with appropriate seasonings before being cooked through stir-frying, boiling, or grilling—preserving the original flavor of the ingredients while enhancing its delicious taste.
Beef SkewersBeef skewers are made by cutting fresh beef into small pieces, threading them onto bamboo sticks, marinating, and grilling. Main ingredients are beef and seasonings, typically cooked over charcoal or a grill for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Fatty and LeanA dish made primarily with pork belly and lean meat, typically cut into pieces or slices and cooked together. Can be braised, stewed, or stir-fried to achieve tender fat and juicy lean meat.
Eggplant Fried RiceEggplant fried rice is a Chinese home-style dish primarily made with eggplant and rice. The eggplant is diced, then pan-fried or stir-fried before being mixed with cooked rice and seasoned with appropriate seasonings to allow the rice to absorb the eggplant's aroma. Scallions and garlic are typically added as accompaniments to enhance the flavor.
Chicken FeetChicken feet are carefully prepared to achieve a tender skin and chewy, elastic texture. Typically marinated to absorb flavor, then finished by boiling, braising, or roasting, preserving the natural essence of the chicken feet while enhancing their delicious taste.