Old Wang's Bookstore Lamb
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.3
Room 5118, 1st Floor, Building 5, Lianfeng Commercial Plaza, Songtao Street
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 Room 5118, 1st Floor, Building 5, Lianfeng Commercial Plaza, Songtao Street. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Salted Peanuts, Braised Lamb Ribs, Offal Noodles.
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: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Room 5118, 1st Floor, Building 5, Lianfeng Commercial Plaza, Songtao Street
- Popular dishes: Salted Peanuts, Braised Lamb Ribs, Offal Noodles, Lamb Dish, Lamb Skewers
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Dishes
Salted PeanutsSalted peanuts is a cold dish made primarily with peanuts, boiled in water with salt, star anise, cinnamon and other spices to infuse flavor. No complex seasonings are added during preparation, preserving the original aroma and crisp texture of the peanuts.
Braised Lamb RibsBraised lamb ribs are a dish made primarily with lamb ribs, blanched to remove odor, then stewed with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, cooking wine, and rock sugar, slowly simmered until tender with thickened sauce.
Offal NoodlesOffal noodles are a noodle dish made primarily from offal (such as羊肚,羊肠,羊肺) and noodles. The offal is cleaned and boiled, then cooked together with the noodles. Seasonings like green onions, ginger, garlic, and spices are added, and the dish can be further enhanced with chili oil or soy sauce for extra flavor.
Lamb DishA traditional dish made from tender lamb, marinated and slow-cooked to enhance flavor and tenderness.
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.
Mutton and Napa Cabbage Noodle SoupA hearty soup made with mutton, napa cabbage, and vermicelli noodles, simmered to perfection for a rich, savory flavor.
Mutton and Offal Hot PotA hearty stew made with mutton and offal, slow-cooked with spices for a rich, savory flavor.
Morel Mushroom羊肚 is a dish made primarily from sheep's stomach, which is cleaned and blanched before being stir-fried, stewed, or served cold. Common preparations include stir-frying with chili peppers, scallions, ginger, garlic, and other seasonings, or simmering slowly in broth until tender, preserving its unique texture.
Green Pepper Stir-fried Lamb TongueA dish made by stir-frying lamb tongue with green peppers, known for its tender texture and fresh flavor.
Fresh Chili SauceFresh chili sauce is made from fresh red chilies, garlic, ginger, and salt. After removing stems and washing, chilies are chopped and mixed with garlic and ginger paste, then seasoned with salt and left to marinate before serving.