Lao Lu Family Soup Dumpling House (Xizhongshi Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 4.2
No. 146, Xi Zhong Market, Jin Chang Subdistrict (near the Old Changmen City Gate)
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 No. 146, Xi Zhong Market, Jin Chang Subdistrict (near the Old Changmen City Gate). It is a 小吃快餐 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Mixed Hot Pot, Pre-made Soup Buns, Shrimp Dumplings (Semi-finished).
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: No. 146, Xi Zhong Market, Jin Chang Subdistrict (near the Old Changmen City Gate)
- Popular dishes: Mixed Hot Pot, Pre-made Soup Buns, Shrimp Dumplings (Semi-finished), Salted Pork and Vegetable Rice, Small Dumplings
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Dishes
Mixed Hot PotMixed pot is a dish made by stewing a variety of ingredients together, primarily including pork, chicken, tofu, mushrooms, and green vegetables. The ingredients are placed in a clay pot with water or broth and slowly simmered over low heat to allow the flavors to blend.
Pre-made Soup BunsPre-made soup buns are frozen or refrigerated dumplings with savory fillings, often containing pork and shrimp. Simply steam to enjoy a rich, juicy bite.
Shrimp Dumplings (Semi-finished)Semi-finished shrimp dumplings made with fresh shrimp and pork, steamed to perfection for a delicate, savory bite.
Salted Pork and Vegetable RiceA traditional Chinese dish made by stir-frying salted pork and vegetables, then mixing with rice to create a savory, aromatic meal.
Small DumplingsDumpling soup is a Chinese snack made by wrapping minced pork or shrimp in thin dough wrappers to form small dumplings. The filling is placed in the center of the wrapper, which is then sealed and boiled. It is commonly served in broth or plain water, garnished with green onions, cilantro, and soy sauce.
Beef Noodle SoupBeef noodle soup is made with beef and vermicelli. Beef chunks are stewed with ginger slices and green onions until tender, then rehydrated vermicelli is added and cooked further. Seasoning completes the dish, emphasizing a rich broth and harmonious flavors.
Dumplings with Vegetable and Meat FillingDumpling filled with pork and vegetables, wrapped in dumpling wrappers and boiled. Mix minced pork with cabbage or greens, season, wrap in dough, and boil until they float.
Steamed DumplingsSteamed dumplings are a traditional delicacy made with wheat flour wrappers filled with various ingredients and steamed to perfection. The dumpling skins are thin yet generous in filling, offering a rich, satisfying taste and abundant nutrition.
Crab Roe Steamed BunSteamed crab meat dumplings filled with fresh crab meat and pork, wrapped in delicate dough and steamed. The skin is thin and tender, with rich broth and an aromatic crab flavor.
Steamed Pork BunsSteamed pork dumplings with thin skin and rich broth, made by mixing minced pork with scallions, ginger, and seasonings, then steamed to perfection.
Fresh Meat DumplingsFresh meat dumplings are filled with pork and wrapped in thin dough, shaped like ingot. To cook, boil the dumplings in water until done, serve with clear soup, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and enjoy a delicious flavor.