California Barbecue (Shangzhan City Store)
Barbecue · ⭐ 3.7
No. 252-4 Zhaoshang South Road, Changshu Garment City
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 No. 252-4 Zhaoshang South Road, Changshu Garment City. It is a Barbecue place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Spicy Cucumber Salad, Roasted Whole Chicken Wings, Stir-fried Snail.
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: Barbecue
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: No. 252-4 Zhaoshang South Road, Changshu Garment City
- Popular dishes: Spicy Cucumber Salad, Roasted Whole Chicken Wings, Stir-fried Snail, Oyster, Crispy Pork Ribs
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Dishes
Spicy Cucumber SaladCucumber salad is a home-style cold dish primarily made with cucumbers. The preparation is simple: wash the cucumbers, crush them by hand, then mix with minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and seasonings.
Roasted Whole Chicken WingsRoasted chicken wings are made by marinating chicken wings in soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger, garlic, and five-spice powder, then baking or grilling until crispy outside and tender inside.
Stir-fried SnailStir-fried snails is a Chinese dish featuring snails as the main ingredient, typically using fresh or pickled snails quickly stir-fried with chili, garlic, ginger, and scallions for a flavorful, crisp texture.
OysterOysters, using fresh oysters as the main ingredient, are typically served with lemon juice or a special sauce. The preparation is simple: open the oyster shells, keep the half-shell containing the oyster meat, clean it thoroughly, and enjoy raw, or enhance the flavor with additional seasonings.
Crispy Pork RibsCrunchy bones are mainly made from pig or cow cartilage, marinated and then fried or stir-fried. Seasonings are added during cooking to enhance flavor while maintaining a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Fried Rice with EggsFried rice with eggs is a home-style dish primarily made from rice, eggs, and green onions. The method involves breaking up leftover rice, mixing eggs with a pinch of salt, heating a wok with oil, pouring in the egg mixture to cook until set, then adding the rice and stir-frying. Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onions and适量 salt, and stir-fry evenly.
Gold Medal Roasted Whole EggplantGold Medal Roasted Whole Eggplant is a roasted dish featuring a whole eggplant as the main ingredient. Fresh long eggplants are selected, washed with stems intact, and scored on the surface for better flavor absorption. The eggplant is brushed with a sauce made from minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cooking oil, and a little sugar, then roasted in a preheated oven or over charcoal. During roasting, the sauce is repeatedly brushed on until the skin is slightly charred and the flesh becomes tender. The finished dish has a soft, creamy texture infused with the savory sauce.
Steamed Egg with Minced Pork in FoilA savory dish made by steaming eggs mixed with minced pork, wrapped in aluminum foil for a tender and flavorful result.
Steamed Tofu with Minced Pork in Aluminum FoilA dish of tender tofu mixed with seasoned minced pork, wrapped in aluminum foil and baked to perfection.
Fresh Lamb SkewersFresh lamb skewers are made by cutting fresh lamb into chunks and threading them onto bamboo skewers. After marinating, they are slowly grilled over charcoal until golden brown, resulting in tender meat with an aromatic flavor.
Golden CakeGolden cake is a steamed dessert made from glutinous rice flour, eggs, sugar, and a small amount of edible oil. Mix ingredients evenly, pour into a mold, steam until cooked to form a golden color and soft texture.