Tao Rui Old Hot Pot (Xianggelila West Garden Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 3.4
Room 2-2, Building 9, Xianggelila Xi Yuan, No. 1, Yunan Avenue, Xicheng Subdistrict
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chongqing, 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 Room 2-2, Building 9, Xianggelila Xi Yuan, No. 1, Yunan Avenue, Xicheng Subdistrict. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Potato, Pork Meatballs, Fresh Duck Intestines.
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: Chongqing
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 3.4
- Address: Room 2-2, Building 9, Xianggelila Xi Yuan, No. 1, Yunan Avenue, Xicheng Subdistrict
- Popular dishes: Potato, Pork Meatballs, Fresh Duck Intestines, Old Meat Slice, Bamboo Shoots
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Dishes
PotatoPotatoes are peeled and cut into cubes or slices, then cooked by frying, boiling, steaming, or stir-frying. Common preparations include potato shreds, braised potatoes with meat, mashed potatoes, and french fries. The main ingredient is potatoes, with optional seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers added according to taste.
Pork MeatballsPork meatballs are made by mashing lean pork into paste, mixing with scallion-ginger water, salt, egg white, and starch, then shaping into balls and boiling or frying until golden. Tender and flavorful, they're often served in soups or as side dishes.
Fresh Duck IntestinesFresh duck intestine is hand-cleaned to remove impurities and mucus, preserving its crisp texture. After washing, it's used in cold dishes or briefly blanched, then seasoned with garlic, chili oil, and cilantro.
Old Meat SliceA classic Chinese home-style dish made with pork tenderloin slices, deep-fried and stir-fried with vegetables like bell peppers and onions for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Bamboo ShootsBamboo shoot tips are made by cutting the tender tips of bamboo shoots into segments and blanching or stir-frying them in water. The main ingredient is bamboo shoot tips, which can be stir-fried with辅料 such as minced garlic and chili to maintain their crisp and tender texture.
Lotus Root SlicesLotus root slices are made from fresh lotus roots, washed and sliced, then combined with seasonings such as garlic and chili peppers, and cooked by stir-frying or served cold. The dish showcases the natural white color of the lotus root slices, offering a crisp and tender texture—making it a refreshing home-style delicacy.
Yin-Yang Hot Pot Base鸳鸯锅底 is a classic choice for hot pot, consisting of two different flavored broths—typically one spicy and numbing, and the other mild. The spicy broth is made by simmering chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other spices, resulting in a rich, stimulating flavor that awakens the appetite. The mild broth is based on clear soup or bone broth, offering a refreshing taste ideal for cooking a variety of ingredients.
Goose IntestinesGoose intestine is a dish made from goose intestines, typically cleaned, blanched or marinated, then quickly stir-fried or boiled. Common preparations include stir-frying with garlic, chili, and cilantro, or serving in hot pot.