Chai Men First Soup (Ludao Branch)
Sichuan cuisine · ⭐ 4.3
Lu Island Road, Phase IV Pedestrian Street, Lu Island International Community
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Chengdu, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Lu Island Road, Phase IV Pedestrian Street, Lu Island International Community. It is a Sichuan cuisine place, and the flavors are spicy (numbing/spicy). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Qi Boosting功夫 Soup, Health-Preserving Wild Mushroom Soup, 功夫 Sauce Pork Bun.
If you cannot eat spicy food, use Dragon Mate to say “no spicy” before ordering, and tell the staff clearly.
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: Chengdu
- Category: Sichuan cuisine
- Rating: 4.3
- Address: Lu Island Road, Phase IV Pedestrian Street, Lu Island International Community
- Popular dishes: Qi Boosting功夫 Soup, Health-Preserving Wild Mushroom Soup, 功夫 Sauce Pork Bun, Salted Braised Pork with Abalone, First Sip Soup
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Dishes
Qi Boosting功夫 SoupA nourishing soup made with chicken, pork ribs, and mushrooms, slowly simmered to deliver rich flavor and health benefits.
Health-Preserving Wild Mushroom SoupA nourishing soup made with wild mushrooms and chicken or pork ribs, slowly simmered to bring out rich flavors and health benefits.
功夫 Sauce Pork BunA traditional Chinese steamed bun filled with seasoned pork and a special sauce, known for its savory flavor and soft texture.
Salted Braised Pork with AbaloneSalted Braised Pork with Abalone is a Chinese dish made with pork belly and abalone, which are marinated, pan-fried, and stewed. It has a fresh and fragrant taste, with tender meat and abalone that absorb the rich broth.
First Sip SoupA traditional Cantonese soup made with ingredients like pork bones or seafood, simmered slowly to create a clear, flavorful broth.
Almond Stewed PearA sweet and soothing Chinese dessert made by gently stewing pears with almonds until tender, known for its moistening and cough-relieving properties.
Pickled Yardlong Beans Braised with肥王鱼Pickled yardlong beans braised with肥王 fish is a Sichuan dish made with pickled yardlong beans and肥王 fish. The beans and fish are cooked together, resulting in a fragrant and rich-tasting soup.
Seafood CongeeSeafood porridge is a rice dish primarily made with various seafood ingredients such as shrimp, fish fillets, and crab meat, cooked together with rice. During preparation, you can add seasonings like ginger strips and green onions according to personal taste. The porridge has a smooth texture, and the freshness of the seafood blends perfectly with the aroma of the rice.
Juicy Sichuan Pepper Crispy PigeonFresh pigeon marinated and deep-fried to crispy skin, filled with juicy meat, enhanced with aromatic Sichuan peppercorns for a spicy, numbing flavor.
Stoneware Baked Beef CubesA dish of tender beef cubes stir-fried with vegetables in a hot stone pot, seasoned with a secret sauce and served steaming hot.
Stove-Baked Australian Beef CubesStove-baked Australian beef cubes is a dish made with Australian beef as the main ingredient, seasoned and baked in a stone pot. The meat is tender and has a rich flavor.
Bamboo Shoots with Preserved Meat Stir-fryBamboo shoot stir-fry with preserved meats is a Chinese dish using fresh bamboo shoots, cured pork, and sausage. Slice bamboo shoots, blanch to remove bitterness, and prepare cured meats. Stir-fry cured meats first to release oil, then add bamboo shoots, season, and cook until tender.
Glutinous Rice Tea-Smoked DuckA Sichuan dish featuring duck marinated and wrapped in glutinous rice, then smoked with tea leaves and camphor wood for a fragrant, savory flavor.
Spicy Crispy Juicy Pigeon with Sichuan PepperFresh pigeon is marinated, deep-fried until crispy skin, and served with a spicy Sichuan pepper flavor for a rich taste experience.
Spicy Fish Cubes with DoubanjiangA Sichuan dish featuring fresh fish cubes stir-fried with fermented broad bean paste, garlic, and ginger, delivering a savory and mildly spicy flavor.
Spicy Stir-Fried Pork with ChiliA home-style dish made with fresh native pork and chili peppers. Sliced pork is stir-fried with chili segments and seasoned to achieve tender meat and spicy, aromatic flavor.
Soy-Braised Dongting 4-Year Softshell TurtleSoy-braised Dongting 4-year softshell turtle is a Chinese dish made with 4-year-old softshell turtles from Lake Dongting, cooked with soy sauce, sugar, and wine. It has a tender texture and rich soy flavor.
Intangible Cultural Heritage Handmade Soy Sauce Meat BunsIntangible Cultural Heritage Handmade Soy Sauce Meat Buns are traditionally made buns with pork, soy sauce, and spices. They are steamed slowly, with thin skin and large filling, offering a delicious taste.
High Mountain Stone Pot RadishA dish featuring fresh white radish simmered in a stone pot with ham and chicken, resulting in a rich, savory flavor.
Mama Xiao Jian JiMama Xiao Jian Ji is a Chinese home-style dish made with chicken, green pepper, red pepper, ginger, garlic and other seasonings, using the pan-frying method. It has a fresh and slightly spicy flavor with a strong local taste.