Aozao Restaurant (Grand Theater Branch)
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.7
20 meters south of Burger King, Zhujiang North Road
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 20 meters south of Burger King, Zhujiang North Road. It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Cold Noodles Salad, Braised Duck, Pork Chop.
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: 3.7
- Address: 20 meters south of Burger King, Zhujiang North Road
- Popular dishes: Cold Noodles Salad, Braised Duck, Pork Chop, Signature Ao Zao Noodles, Braised Pork
China trip · China travel
Traveling in China? For your China trip and China travel needs—finding great food, discovering beautiful sights, ordering dishes, and communicating—Dragon Mate can handle it all. Dragon Mate is the most useful assistant for traveling in China.
Dishes
Cold Noodles SaladCold noodles tossed with shredded cucumber, carrot, and bean sprouts, then dressed in a sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and chili oil. Noodles should be rinsed under cold water and drained to ensure a smooth texture.
Braised DuckBraised duck uses duck as the main ingredient, blanched and then slowly simmered in a seasoned broth made from soy sauce, star anise, cinnamon, bay leaves, and Sichuan peppercorns, allowing the meat to absorb the rich flavors.
Pork ChopPork cutlet is a dish made primarily from pork tenderloin or shoulder meat. The meat is pounded, marinated, and then cooked by pan-frying, deep-frying, or braising to achieve a tender texture. Common preparations include sweet and sour pork, braised pork, and pan-seared pork.
Signature Ao Zao NoodlesSignature Ao Zao Noodles is a specialty from Kunshan, Jiangsu, featuring hand-pulled noodles in a rich broth with braised pork and shrimp roe—deliciously savory and satisfying.
Braised PorkBraised meat is a dish primarily made with pork, usually belly or leg meat, cut into pieces and simmered slowly with seasonings in water or broth until tender and flavorful. Common ingredients include soy sauce, sugar, cooking wine, star anise, and cinnamon.
Smoked FishBraised fish is a Chinese dish made primarily from grass carp or black carp. The fish is cut into pieces, marinated, then deep-fried until crispy, and finally simmered with sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar to create a flavorful, glossy red dish.
Red Soup NoodlesRed soup noodles are a type of noodle dish primarily made with noodles, meat, or vegetables. Its distinctive feature is the rich red broth, typically prepared by simmering chili peppers, soy sauce, and other spices. The cooked noodles are mixed with the broth and served with toppings such as meat or vegetables, creating an appealing red-colored dish.
Crispy Pork CutletA classic Chinese dish made by marinating pork loin, coating it in batter, and deep-frying until crispy and tender.
Crispy Pork CutletFried pork cutlet is made from pork tenderloin, marinated and then coated with starch and egg, followed by breadcrumbs. It is deep-fried until golden and crispy. The dish features a crunchy exterior and a juicy, tender interior.
Eel StripsEel Strips is a Chinese dish made from sliced eel, stir-fried with ginger, garlic, and scallions for a savory and tender texture.