Tai Xiao Yuan · Southeast Asian Garden Restaurant
Southeast Asian cuisine · ⭐ 4.5
No. 2 Lushan South Road, Yuelu District
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 2 Lushan South Road, Yuelu District. It is a Southeast Asian cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Dai-style Fried Mushrooms, Tom Yum Goong Seafood Soup, Cold-Mixed Shrimp Noodles.
This is not a typical Chinese restaurant. Some dishes may be localized adaptations of Southeast Asian cuisine, so check ingredients and flavors before ordering.
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: Changsha
- Category: Southeast Asian cuisine
- Rating: 4.5
- Address: No. 2 Lushan South Road, Yuelu District
- Popular dishes: Dai-style Fried Mushrooms, Tom Yum Goong Seafood Soup, Cold-Mixed Shrimp Noodles, Curry Beef, Shrimp Basil Chicken
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Dishes
Dai-style Fried MushroomsFresh wild mushrooms are coated in a special spice blend and deep-fried until golden and crispy, delivering a fragrant, spicy flavor typical of Dai cuisine.
Tom Yum Goong Seafood SoupTom Yum Goong seafood soup features shrimp, squid, mussels and more, seasoned with lemongrass, lime leaves, chili, ginger, and onion. The broth is tangy and spicy with rich, complex flavors.
Cold-Mixed Shrimp NoodlesCold-mixed shrimp noodles are made with fresh shrimp and boiled noodles, tossed with scallions, ginger, garlic, and a dressing of soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. The dish is refreshing, with tender, chewy shrimp and firm noodles, offering a unique flavor.
Curry BeefCurry beef is a dish made with beef as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables like onions and potatoes, stir-fried with curry powder or paste. Beef is blanched to remove odor, then simmered with onions and potatoes, seasoned with water and curry spices until tender and sauce thickens.
Shrimp Basil ChickenA fusion dish featuring tender chicken and fresh shrimp stir-fried with basil, delivering a rich and aromatic flavor.
Bungarut ToastA toast made with fresh bungarut leaf juice, offering a soft texture and natural plant aroma, often served with butter or jam.- Thai Hand-Pounded Chicken FeetThai hand-pounded chicken feet made with fresh chicken feet marinated in a spicy and tangy sauce, then pounded to tenderize and absorb flavors.
泰式脆皮鸡泰式脆皮鸡以鸡肉为主料，经过腌制后裹上特制脆皮粉，油炸至表皮酥脆。鸡肉内部保持多汁嫩滑，常搭配泰式酸辣酱或甜辣酱食用。
Thai Guava Iced Lemon TeaA refreshing drink made from fresh guava, lemon juice, and cold-brewed green tea, served over ice. The base is chilled green tea blended with natural guava pulp and tangy lemon flavor, offering a crisp, slightly sweet, and fruity taste.
Thai Pineapple Fried RiceThai Pineapple Fried Rice is made with rice as the main ingredient, combined with pineapple chunks, eggs, shrimp or chicken, green peas, and diced carrots. It is stir-fried using coconut oil or vegetable oil. Fish sauce, lemon juice, and chili are added during cooking for flavor, and it is finally garnished with chopped scallions or cilantro.
Watermelon Ice CoconutWatermelon ice coconut is a cold drink made primarily with watermelon, mixed with coconut milk or young coconut water. Blend peeled and cubed watermelon into juice, add coconut milk or young coconut water, mix with ice, then pour into a glass to serve.
Vietnamese Crispy Chicken Spring RollsCrispy chicken spring rolls from Vietnam are made by wrapping marinated shredded chicken, lettuce, julienned carrots, and herbs in thin wrappers, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The filling is tender and juicy with layered textures.
Lemongrass Chicken WingsLemongrass chicken wings is a dish made primarily with chicken wings, marinated with ingredients such as lemongrass, garlic, and ginger slices, then pan-fried or grilled. The lemongrass imparts a unique fragrance, and the chicken wings become tender and flavorful after marinating.
Malay Satay SkewersMalay satay skewers feature marinated meat grilled on charcoal and served with a rich peanut-based sauce, offering a bold, aromatic flavor.