Small Orchid Floating Life Western & Chinese Restaurant
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 259 Lianhu Village
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 No. 259 Lianhu Village. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: XO Sauce Dry Tossed Rice Noodles, Nine-Layer Tower Satay Baked Baby Squid, Cumin Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Ribs.
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: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 259 Lianhu Village
- Popular dishes: XO Sauce Dry Tossed Rice Noodles, Nine-Layer Tower Satay Baked Baby Squid, Cumin Charcoal-Grilled Lamb Ribs, Spicy and Numbing Golden Soup Australian Tongue, Special Steamed Chicken
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Dishes
XO Sauce Dry Tossed Rice NoodlesA Cantonese dish featuring rice noodles tossed with XO sauce, shrimp, ham, and scallops—no cooking required, emphasizing fresh ingredients and rich umami flavor.
Nine-Layer Tower Satay Baked Baby SquidFresh baby squid marinated with satay sauce and nine-layered basil, then baked in an oven. Tender and chewy texture, rich satay flavor, with fresh herbal notes from the basil.
Cumin Charcoal-Grilled Lamb RibsPremium lamb ribs marinated with cumin, salt, and other seasonings, then grilled over charcoal. Tender and juicy with a crispy exterior and rich cumin aroma.
Spicy and Numbing Golden Soup Australian TongueAustralian beef tongue is blanched, then simmered with Sichuan pepper, mala pepper, ginger slices, and other spices, served in a golden broth with green and red bell pepper strips for flavor. The dish features a golden hue, crisp texture, and rich spicy-numbing taste.
Special Steamed ChickenA classic Cantonese cold dish made by steaming a quality chicken, then chilling and slicing it. The meat is tender and juicy, served with ginger-scallion sauce or soy sauce to enhance its natural flavor.
Braised River Eel with Single Garlic and Rock SugarA Chinese dish featuring river eel braised with single garlic cloves and rock sugar, resulting in a rich, savory-sweet flavor.
Rice Fragrance Herb-Wrapped PorkA traditional Chinese dish featuring pork wrapped in rice straw and braised until tender, infused with a subtle rice fragrance and savory seasoning.- Braised Mixed Fish StewA Chinese dish made by braising a mix of fish with soy sauce, sugar, and aromatics until tender and flavorful.
Steamed Wild White Water Fish with Red PepperWild white water fish steamed with red pepper. Tender fish meat, rich red pepper aroma, fresh taste, highlighting natural flavor.
Furong Water Plant and Beef SoupFurong Water Plant and Beef Soup is a soup made with fresh water plant and beef, cooked in a rich broth. It has a delicate texture and a fresh, aromatic flavor.
Huaiao Steamed Freshly Soaked River CrabXiangdao drunken June yellow crab made with fresh June yellow crabs, seasoned with Huangjiu wine, ginger slices, green onions, blanched and soaked in a specially prepared drunken marinade, then gently simmered to fully absorb the wine aroma and flavors.- Mushroom and Fish Ball SoupFresh fish is hand-pounded into balls and simmered with various mushrooms, resulting in a clear, savory broth with tender fish balls and delicate mushrooms.
- Cucumber and Chicken Silk Steamed with Chicken OilA delicate dish of chicken silk steamed with chicken oil and green onions, featuring tender texture and aromatic freshness.
Garlic Sizzling Frog LegsFrog legs are fried and stir-fried with garlic, chili, and other seasonings, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich garlic flavor and juicy texture.
Honey Glazed Slow-Roasted Beef RibsHoney glazed slow-roasted beef ribs are made with high-quality beef ribs, marinated with honey and soy sauce, then slowly roasted at low temperature until the meat is tender and juicy.- Snow Cabbage Braised PorkA traditional Chinese dish made by braising pork belly with pickled mustard greens, resulting in a savory and slightly spicy flavor.
Fresh Steamed Sea Bass with Green Sichuan PeppercornsFresh sea bass steamed with green Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, and scallions, preserving its tender texture and highlighting the numbing aroma and freshness of the peppercorns. The dish features a clear, bright appearance and unique flavor.- Steamed Fresh Eel StripsA dish made with fresh eel fillets steamed to perfection, offering tender texture and natural flavor.
- Chicken Feet Stewed with SnailsChicken feet and snails are simmered together with spices like doubanjiang and chili, resulting in a rich, spicy flavor.