Lao Pu Jia Iron Pot Stew (Headquarters)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.1
No. 423 Tianjin Road (adjacent to the right side of Chunshenjiang Building; near Yong'an Department Store on Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street; near the Hanting Hotel opposite Jiudingxuan; at the intersection of Tianjin Road and Zhejiang Middle Road)
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. 423 Tianjin Road (adjacent to the right side of Chunshenjiang Building; near Yong'an Department Store on Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street; near the Hanting Hotel opposite Jiudingxuan; at the intersection of Tianjin Road and Zhejiang Middle Road). It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeastern Frozen Pear, Colorful Glass Noodles, Country-style Stewed Chicken.
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: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: No. 423 Tianjin Road (adjacent to the right side of Chunshenjiang Building; near Yong'an Department Store on Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street; near the Hanting Hotel opposite Jiudingxuan; at the intersection of Tianjin Road and Zhejiang Middle Road)
- Popular dishes: Northeastern Frozen Pear, Colorful Glass Noodles, Country-style Stewed Chicken, Skinless Pork Belly, Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Vermicelli
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Dishes
Northeastern Frozen PearNortheastern frozen pear is a traditional snack made by freezing fresh pears, resulting in a cool, crisp texture with a sweet-tart flavor. It's a popular winter treat in Northeast China.
Colorful Glass NoodlesFive-color cold noodles is a colorful chilled dish, primarily made with rice noodles, cucumber, carrot, wood ear mushroom, and egg. The preparation is simple: slice all ingredients into strips, mix with seasonings and rice noodles, then toss well.
Country-style Stewed ChickenA traditional Chinese dish made with free-range chicken, slowly stewed with ginger, scallions, and garlic for a rich, savory flavor.
Skinless Pork BellySkinless pork belly is a premium cut of pork with the outer fat layer removed, ideal for braising, stewing, or grilling. It offers tender, juicy meat with balanced flavor.
Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and VermicelliA hearty dish of chicken, mushrooms, and vermicelli slowly simmered together to create a rich, savory flavor.
Glass NoodlesGlass noodles are thin, elongated food products primarily made from mung bean, sweet potato, or potato starch, and are produced by steaming and sun-drying. During preparation, the starch slurry is heated to solidify, then cut into fine strands and dried. Before eating, they must be soaked in warm water and can be stir-fried, boiled, mixed, or used in soups, often paired with meats, vegetables, and seafood.
Coarse Grain Corn CakeCornmeal flatbread made from corn flour, mixed grains, and water. Rolled into dough, flattened into thin rounds, and pan-fried until golden. Add salt or sugar to taste. Soft with a slight chew, offering the natural aroma of whole grains.
Stir-Fried Pork Ribs and Chicken in Iron PotIron pot spare ribs and chicken is a nutritious dish primarily made with pork ribs and chicken. The ribs and chicken are first marinated separately to absorb flavors, then stewed together in an iron pot with various spices and vegetables until the meat becomes tender and the broth rich and flavorful.
Stewed Goose in Iron Pot (Small Portion)A Northeast Chinese specialty dish featuring fresh goose slowly stewed with potatoes and vermicelli in an iron pot, resulting in tender meat and rich broth.
Stir-fried Live Fish in Iron PotStir-fried live fish in an iron pot is a dish made with fresh fish as the main ingredient, combined with potatoes, vermicelli, tofu, and other ingredients. It is slowly stewed in an iron pot using seasonings such as scallions, ginger, garlic, and doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste). During preparation, the fish is cleaned and pan-fried until golden brown on both sides, then water and additional ingredients are added to simmer together, allowing the fish to absorb the flavors and creating a rich, flavorful broth.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.