Old Eight Spicy Stir-Fry (Waterfront Branch)
Barbecue · ⭐ 4.1
Ground-Floor Commercial Unit, Nos. 11-17, Shuian Huating, Jinqi Highway
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Tianjin, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Ground-Floor Commercial Unit, Nos. 11-17, Shuian Huating, Jinqi Highway. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Crisp Huairen Cucumber, Special Steamed Dumplings, Lamb Skewers.
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: Tianjin
- Category: Barbecue
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: Ground-Floor Commercial Unit, Nos. 11-17, Shuian Huating, Jinqi Highway
- Popular dishes: Crisp Huairen Cucumber, Special Steamed Dumplings, Lamb Skewers, Chicken Wing Flats, 芝士紫薯
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Dishes
Crisp Huairen CucumberCucumber salad is a cold dish made primarily with cucumbers. The cucumbers are smashed and cut into segments, then mixed with garlic, vinegar, salt, sugar, and sesame oil.
Special Steamed DumplingsSpecial rolls are made from flour, fermented, rolled into thin sheets, filled with seasoned ingredients like minced meat or vegetables, then steamed. They have a cylindrical shape, soft and chewy texture, with a flavorful filling.
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.
Chicken Wing FlatsWingettes are a dish made primarily from chicken wing meat. To prepare, first wash the wingette portions and marinate them with seasoning to infuse flavor. Then cook by baking, frying, or pan-frying until golden and crispy. Finally, sprinkle with appropriate seasonings for added aroma.
芝士紫薯芝士紫薯是一道以紫薯为主要食材,经过蒸熟后捣成泥,再加入芝士拌匀制成的甜品。制作时将紫薯蒸熟去皮,压成细腻的泥状,加入适量芝士搅拌均匀,可直接食用或放入烤箱微烤至芝士融化,口感绵密香甜。
辣炒海兔辣炒海兔是一道以海兔为主要食材的菜肴,将海兔清洗干净后切段,与辣椒、蒜、姜等调料一同爆炒而成。制作过程中通常加入适量的酱油、料酒和盐调味,保持海兔的鲜嫩口感。
Spicy Stir-Fried SnailsSpicy stir-fried snails is a dish primarily made with snails as the main ingredient. Typically, the snails are cleaned and then stir-fried together with chili peppers, ginger, garlic, and scallions. During preparation, it's essential to remove the snail's internal organs and thoroughly wash them to ensure a fresh and clean taste. Finally, seasonings such as soy sauce, cooking wine, and salt are added to enhance the rich flavor.
Spicy Stir-Fried ClamsSpicy stir-fried clams is a dish featuring clams as the main ingredient, stir-fried with green and red chili peppers and minced garlic. First, clean the clams thoroughly, then quickly stir-fry them at high heat with seasonings to preserve their fresh and tender texture.
Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken FeetSpicy stir-fried chicken feet, a dish featuring chicken feet as the main ingredient, stir-fried with chili, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings. After blanching, the chicken feet are cooked with dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and doubanjiang to fully absorb the flavors. The finished dish has a bright red color and a soft, chewy texture.
Spicy Stir-Fried Lobster TailsSpicy stir-fried lobster tails are made with fresh lobster tails as the main ingredient, combined with seasonings such as chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and scallions. After being quickly stir-fried in hot oil to release the aromas, the dish is carefully cooked to maintain the tender texture of the lobster tails while allowing them to absorb the rich flavors of the seasonings.
香辣鱿鱼嘴香辣鱿鱼嘴是一道以鱿鱼嘴为主要食材的菜肴,经过清洗处理后,与辣椒、花椒等调料一同炒制而成。制作过程中通常会加入蒜、姜、葱等辅料提香,口感鲜嫩微韧,味道浓郁。