Old Changsha Lobster House (Houjia Tang Branch)
小吃快餐 · ⭐ 3.7
Northeast corner of the intersection of Laodong West Road and Shengli Road (near Mario Bakery)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Changsha, 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 Northeast corner of the intersection of Laodong West Road and Shengli Road (near Mario Bakery). 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: Green Beans, Memory Delight Braised Shrimp, Signature Braised Shrimp Set.
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: 小吃快餐
- Rating: 3.7
- Address: Northeast corner of the intersection of Laodong West Road and Shengli Road (near Mario Bakery)
- Popular dishes: Green Beans, Memory Delight Braised Shrimp, Signature Braised Shrimp Set, Grilled Chicken Wing, Lamb Skewers
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Dishes
Green BeansGreen beans are a common vegetable dish, primarily made with fresh green beans. To prepare, wash and cut the green beans into segments, then cook them thoroughly using methods such as stir-frying, boiling, or stewing. During cooking, you can add minced garlic and ginger slices for flavor while preserving their natural taste.
Memory Delight Braised ShrimpFresh shrimp braised in a fragrant, spiced sauce to create a rich and savory dish with lingering flavor.
Signature Braised Shrimp SetFresh shrimp braised in a secret sauce, tender and flavorful, served with garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices.
Grilled Chicken WingGrilled chicken drumettes are made from chicken drumettes, marinated and then roasted in an oven or over charcoal. Common marinades include soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger, and garlic for flavor. High heat creates a crispy, aromatic crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
Lamb SkewersLamb skewers are made by cutting fresh, tender lamb into chunks, threading them onto bamboo or metal skewers, and marinating before grilling directly over charcoal. During grilling, the lamb's fat drips onto the fire, creating smoke that熏 (smokes) the meat, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior with rich aroma.
Old Changsha Style CrawfishOld Changsha-style crayfish is a dish featuring fresh crayfish as the main ingredient. The crayfish are cleaned, marinated with wine and ginger to remove fishy odor, then stir-fried in hot oil. Seasonings like doubanjiang, chili, garlic, ginger, and onion are added for flavor, followed by simmering with water or broth until the meat is tender and the sauce rich.
Garlic Flavor ShrimpA dish made with fresh shrimp stir-fried with garlic, chili, and spices, known for its rich aroma and spicy flavor.
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.
Spicy Crawfish TailsSpicy shrimp tails is a dish made primarily with fresh shrimp tails, stir-fried with chili, Sichuan pepper, ginger, and garlic, then seasoned and simmered.