Xujiang Banquet (Suzhou Joy City Store)
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.3
Level 4, L4-33 & L5-23, Joy City Suzhou, No. 1999 Yu Yao Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Level 4, L4-33 & L5-23, Joy City Suzhou, No. 1999 Yu Yao Road. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Shanghai Steamed Bun with Crispy Bottom, Beijing Roast Duck Two Ways, Sizzling Eel丝.
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: Suzhou
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Level 4, L4-33 & L5-23, Joy City Suzhou, No. 1999 Yu Yao Road
- Popular dishes: Shanghai Steamed Bun with Crispy Bottom, Beijing Roast Duck Two Ways, Sizzling Eel丝, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish, Durian Swan Pastry
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Dishes
Shanghai Steamed Bun with Crispy BottomShanghai steamed dumplings with pork filling, enhanced with gelatinous skin, are wrapped in a rolled dough. The bottoms are pan-fried until golden and crispy, while the tops are sprinkled with black sesame seeds and scallions. The result is a tender, juicy bite with an aromatic flavor.
Beijing Roast Duck Two WaysA traditional Beijing dish featuring sliced roast duck served with pancakes, hoisin sauce, scallions, and cucumber, plus a second use of the duck bones or carcass in soup.
Sizzling Eel丝Fried eel threads in hot oil is a Chinese dish primarily made with eel. To prepare it, eel is sliced into thin strips and marinated with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic. Next, the eel strips are quickly stir-fried in hot oil to maintain their tender texture. Finally, hot oil is poured over the dish to enhance the aroma of the eel, resulting in a bright red color and rich, fragrant flavor.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Durian Swan PastryDurian swan pastries are Western-style desserts with durian flesh as the main filling, encased in flaky pastry and baked until golden and crispy.
French Truffle Stir-Fried ShrimpA refined French dish featuring fresh shrimp stir-fried with premium black truffle, enhanced by garlic and butter for a rich, aromatic flavor.
Seafood Noodles with Soy Bean VermicelliA savory dish featuring soy bean vermicelli noodles tossed with fresh seafood like shrimp, squid, and clams, creating a rich and satisfying flavor.
Stir-Fried Seasonal VegetablesStir-fried Seasonal Vegetables is a dish primarily made with fresh seasonal vegetables. After washing, the vegetables are quickly stir-fried at high heat to preserve their natural color, aroma, and nutritional value. The dish offers a refreshing taste and a simple preparation method.
Rose Vinegar Black Pork Steamed Crab with RiceSteamed crab with black pork and rice, enhanced with rose vinegar for a delicate sweet-sour flavor.
Old Vinegar JellyfishA cold dish made with jellyfish head, seasoned with vinegar, sugar, garlic, and cilantro. Crisp texture and tangy-sweet flavor.
Xujiang Special Dim Sum PlatterA selection of Jiangnan-style dim sum featuring steamed pork dumplings, crab meat soup dumplings, sticky rice chicken, and scallion oil cakes, handcrafted with delicate wrappers and rich fillings.
Xumen Oil-Blistered ShrimpFresh large shrimp are stir-fried at high temperature to make Xumen oil-blistered shrimp. The shell becomes crispy while the meat stays tender, with a fragrant spicy-sweet flavor and strong aroma of scallions and ginger.
Garlic-Infused Foie Gras and Beef CubesA refined dish combining foie gras and beef cubes, sautéed with garlic for rich aroma and flavor.
Red Bean Osmanthus Glutinous Rice BallsA traditional Chinese dessert made with glutinous rice balls, red beans, and osmanthus flowers, offering a soft, sweet, and fragrant experience.
Black Garlic Home-Style EelFresh river eel is slow-cooked with black garlic, ginger slices, and scallions. The dish features a deep brown color, rich aroma, tender texture, and a savory-sweet flavor.