Lao Shantang Dim Sum Shop (Mudu Store)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.9
Two units behind No. 69, Ming-Qing Street, 50 meters from Yanjia Garden scenic spot
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Suzhou, 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 Two units behind No. 69, Ming-Qing Street, 50 meters from Yanjia Garden scenic spot. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Frozen Mung Bean Soup, Small Dumplings, Pan-fried Dumplings.
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: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: Two units behind No. 69, Ming-Qing Street, 50 meters from Yanjia Garden scenic spot
- Popular dishes: Frozen Mung Bean Soup, Small Dumplings, Pan-fried Dumplings, Sesame Tangyuan, Shepherd's Purse Dumplings
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Dishes
Frozen Mung Bean SoupA refreshing cold drink made by boiling mung beans and freezing the mixture, perfect for summer cooling.
Small DumplingsDumpling soup is a Chinese snack made by wrapping minced pork or shrimp in thin dough wrappers to form small dumplings. The filling is placed in the center of the wrapper, which is then sealed and boiled. It is commonly served in broth or plain water, garnished with green onions, cilantro, and soy sauce.
Pan-fried DumplingsPan-fried dumplings made with minced pork and vegetables, pan-fried until golden and crispy on the bottom, offering a savory and satisfying bite.
Sesame TangyuanA sweet rice ball filled with sesame paste, steamed or boiled and served as a traditional dessert.
Shepherd's Purse DumplingsJi菜 dumplings are made with shepherd's purse and pork. The washed and chopped shepherd's purse is mixed with minced pork, seasoned, and used as filling. Wrapped in dumpling wrappers and boiled, the key lies in the fresh aroma and delicate texture of the filling.
Fresh Herb and Pork DumplingsJi Cai Fresh Pork Dumplings are made with fresh shepherd's purse and pork as the main ingredients. After washing and chopping the shepherd's purse, it is mixed with seasoned pork filling and wrapped in dumpling wrappers to form large dumplings. They can be cooked by boiling or steaming, bringing out the fresh aroma of the shepherd's purse and the savory flavor of the pork.
Radish Fillled DumplingsA traditional Chinese dish made with glutinous rice balls filled with shredded radish, steamed or boiled until soft and flavorful.
Shrimp Steamed BunA traditional Chinese dim sum made with shrimp and pork filling, steamed in thin dough wrappers for a delicate, savory taste.
Gold Flower Herb DumplingsDumplings filled with fresh gold flower herb (a type of wild green), often combined with pork or shrimp, hand-folded and boiled to perfection—delicate, fragrant, and savory.
Steamed Pork DumplingsFresh meat xiaolongbao is made with pork filling wrapped in thin dough and steamed. The pork filling is tender and juicy, while the dough is soft and translucent. After steaming, the flavors of the filling and dough blend together, resulting in a rich broth.