Zuo Ting You Yuan Fresh Beef Hot Pot (Changtai Plaza Branch)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.5
B1, Building 5, Changtai Plaza, No. 2889 Jinke Road (next to Hema)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shanghai, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at B1, Building 5, Changtai Plaza, No. 2889 Jinke Road (next to Hema). It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spoon Handle, Tenderloin - Fresh Meat Today, Chao Shan Sweet Corn.
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: Shanghai
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: B1, Building 5, Changtai Plaza, No. 2889 Jinke Road (next to Hema)
- Popular dishes: Spoon Handle, Tenderloin - Fresh Meat Today, Chao Shan Sweet Corn, Beef Meatballs, Beef Hot Pot
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Dishes
Spoon HandleThe shoulder blade is a cut of beef taken from the inner layer of the cow's shoulder tender. It is sliced thinly, resulting in tender and juicy meat with clear grain patterns. Typically used for hot pot or barbecue, it can be enjoyed with simple seasonings and is a favorite dish among meat lovers.
Tenderloin - Fresh Meat TodayHanglung is a tender beef cut from the sides of the cow's back. Fresh meat refers to beef slaughtered the same day and cooked directly after simple preparation. Common cooking methods include quick boiling or stir-frying to preserve its natural flavor.
Chao Shan Sweet CornChao Shan sweet corn is a dish primarily made with fresh sweet corn. To prepare it, the sweet corn kernels are first removed, then quickly stir-fried with a light amount of oil to lock in the natural sweetness of the corn. Finally, an appropriate amount of sugar is added to enhance the sweetness, resulting in a dish that showcases the corn's inherent freshness and the aroma from the stir-frying process.
Beef MeatballsBeef balls are made primarily from beef, which is finely chopped, mixed, and seasoned to form a meat paste. This paste is then shaped into small balls by hand or machine. Finally, the beef balls are boiled in hot water until they float to the surface, indicating they are cooked. The finished beef balls have a fresh, tender texture with a chewy bite.
Beef Hot PotBeef hot pot features tender beef as the main ingredient, paired with various vegetables and tofu. The broth is spicy and aromatic, and ingredients are cooked one by one after boiling to preserve their original flavors. Dipping sauces can be added according to personal taste to enhance the flavor.
Special Beef Offal Yum-Yum PotSpecial beef offal hot pot features beef tripe, intestines, lungs, and more, paired with vegetables and seasonings in a dual-pot design—one spicy麻辣 broth, the other clear or mushroom soup. Offal is blanched and stewed for tender texture; broth is richly flavored with spices and stock.
Sichuan Pepper Beef TongueSichuan pepper beef tongue is a dish featuring beef tongue as the main ingredient, seasoned with unique Sichuan pepper. The beef tongue is carefully cooked to achieve a tender texture, then blended with the refreshing aroma and mild spiciness of Sichuan pepper, creating a distinctive flavor.
Flying Fish Roe Shrimp DumplingsFlying fish roe shrimp dumpling is made with fresh shrimp meat mixed with starch and egg white, then topped with flying fish roe. The shrimp dumpling is smooth, and the roe is plump, offering a rich texture.
Fried Tofu SkinA crispy snack made by frying tofu skin coated in starch, popular in Chinese cuisine.
Fresh BeefFresh beef is a dish primarily made with fresh beef. To prepare it, first slice the beef thinly and marinate it with appropriate seasonings to infuse flavor. Then, quickly stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color, preserving its tender texture. Finally, garnish with vegetables or seasonings to add color and depth to the dish.
Fresh Beef DemonFresh beef demon features tender beef brisket slow-cooked in a secret sauce and stir-fried with chili and Sichuan pepper for a spicy, aromatic flavor.