Lao Mei Chaoshan Beef Hot Pot (Mengxi Town Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Rooms 201–207, 2nd Floor, Building No. 42, Shenglian Mengxi Town, at the intersection of Huaihai Avenue and Mengxi Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hefei, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Rooms 201–207, 2nd Floor, Building No. 42, Shenglian Mengxi Town, at the intersection of Huaihai Avenue and Mengxi Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Five-layer Pig's Foot, Pumpkin Pancake, Tendon Meat.
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: Hefei
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Rooms 201–207, 2nd Floor, Building No. 42, Shenglian Mengxi Town, at the intersection of Huaihai Avenue and Mengxi Road
- Popular dishes: Five-layer Pig's Foot, Pumpkin Pancake, Tendon Meat, Baby bok choy, Hand-Made Beef Meatballs
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Dishes
Five-layer Pig's FootFive-layer pig's foot is made with pork feet as the main ingredient, and undergoes multiple processes such as marinating, frying, and stewing. The outer skin is crispy, the meat is tender, and it has a rich aroma.
Pumpkin PancakePumpkin cake is a traditional snack made primarily with pumpkin as the main ingredient. The preparation typically involves steaming the pumpkin until soft, mashing it into a puree, mixing it with glutinous rice flour and other ingredients, then shaping it into small round cakes. Finally, it can be either fried or steamed to complete the dish.
Tendon MeatAnglo is a dish made primarily from long strips of beef taken from the back of the cow, sliced thinly using precise knife skills, and then cooked with specially prepared seasonings. Its meat is tender and flavorful, making it a popular choice for hot pot or barbecue.
Baby bok choyBaby bok choy is a small type of Chinese cabbage with a fresh and tender texture. Common cooking methods include stir-frying, garlic stir-fry, or simmering in clear soup. To prepare, first wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, then add appropriate seasonings and ingredients according to your chosen method, and stir-fry until soft or simmer until flavorful.
Hand-Made Beef MeatballsHandcrafted beef balls are made from fresh beef, pounded by hand into a meat paste, then shaped into small balls. The制作 process emphasizes手工 craftsmanship, preserving the original flavor and texture of the beef. The meat is firm and chewy with a satisfying bite.
TripeTripe, primarily made from the rumen of cattle, is finely processed to achieve a tender texture. It is typically sliced and served with spicy hot pot or cold dressing, offering a crisp and refreshing taste—making it a popular choice in hot pot dishes.
Chaozhou Crispy PorkA specialty snack from Chaozhou, made by marinating pork, coating it in starch batter, and deep-frying until crispy. It has a tender interior and a crunchy exterior, often served as an appetizer or with drinks.
Beef TripeBeef tripe is made from fresh beef tripe, which is cleaned, sliced, and quickly stir-fried with seasonings such as garlic and ginger. The dish features distinct tripe slices with a tender yet slightly chewy texture.
Premium Tenderized MeatPremium tenderized pork loin slices stir-fried with vegetables, offering a delicate and smooth texture.
Pork BellyBelly fat is made by curing and roasting pork fat. The pork fat is cut into suitable-sized pieces, marinated with a special seasoning to absorb flavor, then slowly grilled over charcoal until the surface turns golden brown and the fat melts out, leaving the inner meat tender and juicy.
Fresh Cut BeefFresh-cut beef is a dish made primarily from fresh beef, finely sliced to preserve its natural flavor. The preparation is simple, relying mainly on the inherent freshness of the beef, which is quickly stir-fried or grilled with just the right amount of seasoning to highlight its tender and juicy texture.