Old Brand Beef House (Xiaoqing River North Road Store)
Hot pot · ⭐ 4.2
Shop 5-01, Building 6, No. 188, Xiaoqinghe North Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Jinan, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Shop 5-01, Building 6, No. 188, Xiaoqinghe North Road. It is a Hot pot place, and the flavors are rich (savory and bold; some bases can be spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Braised Duck Blood, Salted Rice, Blanched Southern Water Spinach.
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: Jinan
- Category: Hot pot
- Rating: 4.2
- Address: Shop 5-01, Building 6, No. 188, Xiaoqinghe North Road
- Popular dishes: Braised Duck Blood, Salted Rice, Blanched Southern Water Spinach, Blanched Oil-maicai, Blanched Water Spinach
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Dishes
Braised Duck BloodA dish made by slow-cooking duck blood with spices and seasonings, resulting in a tender and flavorful texture.
Salted RiceFried rice is made primarily from rice, seasoned with savory ingredients like soy sauce, salt, lard or cured meat, then steamed. It's often served with sausages, salted fish, dried shrimp, and mushrooms for a rich, savory flavor.
Blanched Southern Water SpinachA light dish made by quickly blanching fresh water spinach and dressing it with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
Blanched Oil-maicaiA simple dish made by briefly boiling fresh oil-maicai and drizzling with hot oil, resulting in a crisp and refreshing vegetable side.
Blanched Water SpinachStir-fried water spinach is a dish using water spinach as the main ingredient. After washing, it's quickly blanched in boiling water to retain its tender texture. A little salt and oil are added to keep it bright green, with optional garlic or chili for extra flavor.
Beef Meatball SoupBeef meatball soup is made by mixing fresh beef mince with seasonings, shaping into balls, boiling in clear broth or water, then simmering with葱姜 and other ingredients. The soup is clear, the meatballs are chewy, and the taste is delicious.
Beef Meatball SoupBeef ball soup is made by boiling beef balls crafted from fresh beef in water or broth. The beef balls are typically prepared by mincing beef leg meat, adding seasonings, and mixing until firm, then shaped by hand or machine. The soup becomes clear when cooked, with tender and elastic beef balls that pair well with vegetables like cabbage or carrots.
Beef RiceBeef rice is a nutritious dish primarily made with tender beef and rice. The preparation typically involves slicing the beef thinly, marinating it, then stir-frying until cooked, and finally serving it over steamed rice. Seasoning can be adjusted to taste with sauce or vegetables.
Ox BonesBeef bones mainly consist of牛骨 and seasonings, typically blanched and then stewed with ginger, scallions, and other seasonings to extract collagen and nutrients into the broth, creating a rich, thick soup base.
Braised Beef BrisketBraised beef brisket is a Chinese dish featuring beef brisket as the main ingredient, simmered with scallions, ginger, star anise, and other spices after blanching to remove odor, then slowly cooked with soy sauce and sugar.