Idealism • He (Yinzhou Branch)
特色菜 · ⭐ 4.9
No. 850 Maocheng Middle Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Ningbo, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at No. 850 Maocheng Middle Road. It is a 特色菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Golden Threadfin Bream, Aromatic Seafood Pancake, Imperial Crab for Two.
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: Ningbo
- Category: 特色菜
- Rating: 4.9
- Address: No. 850 Maocheng Middle Road
- Popular dishes: Golden Threadfin Bream, Aromatic Seafood Pancake, Imperial Crab for Two, Black Tofu, Spicy Pepper Beef Cubes
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Dishes
Golden Threadfin BreamOrange-spotted grouper is a high-end fish typically prepared by steaming or braising. The main ingredient is the orange-spotted grouper, with辅料 including ginger threads, green onion segments, and soy sauce. Steaming preserves the fish's tender texture, while braising allows the flesh to absorb the rich flavors of the sauce.
Aromatic Seafood PancakeA dish made with fresh seafood like shrimp, squid, and shellfish, mixed with eggs and seasonings, then pan-fried to a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Imperial Crab for TwoImperial crab served for two: fresh imperial crab steamed to preserve natural flavor, served with ginger-scallion soy sauce dipping sauce, tender and sweet, perfect for sharing.
Black TofuA dish made from black bean tofu, known for its smooth texture and rich plant protein content, typically stir-fried or simmered with aromatics.
Spicy Pepper Beef CubesTender beef cubes marinated in spicy pepper and chili oil, offering a bold, numbing flavor typical of Sichuan cuisine.
Sea-Caught Yellow CroakerFreshly caught yellow croaker from sea fishing, steamed or boiled to preserve its natural flavor, tender and delicious with a pure seafood taste.
Stone Pot Beef Short RibsBeef short ribs marinated and slow-cooked in a hot stone pot, resulting in tender meat with rich flavor, often served with vegetables.
Secret-Recipe Chicken FeetBraised chicken feet are marinated or stewed with various spices and seasonings after blanching, using soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger, garlic, star anise, Sichuan pepper, and sometimes chili or doubanjiang for flavor.
Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice CakeRed sugar glutinous rice cake is a traditional sweet made from glutinous rice flour, water, and red sugar filling. Soft and chewy with a sweet, elastic texture.
Red Wine Duck LiverRed wine duck liver is an exquisite delicacy, primarily made with fresh duck liver and red wine. The preparation involves cleaning the duck liver, marinating it in red wine to infuse flavor, then gently cooking it using a low-temperature slow-frying method until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is finally served with a red wine sauce for enhanced taste.
Lotus Field Grain-Fed SteakPremium grain-fed beef, marinated and grilled to perfection, served with lotus leaf aroma and special sauce for a rich, savory experience.
Scallion-braised Mitten CrabA dish featuring fresh mitten crab simmered with scallions and seasonings, resulting in tender meat and rich, aromatic flavor.
Mustard Shrimp BallsFresh shrimp balls coated in batter and deep-fried, then drizzled with a mustard sauce for a savory, crunchy bite.