Kangte Hotel (West 2nd Ring North Road Shop)

Fujian cuisine is one of the eight major culinary schools, and Fuzhou cuisine is its representative. Fuzhou is also the birthplace of Fujian cuisine. Its rich culinary heritage has preserved many authentic Fujian restaurants in Fuzhou. Kante Restaurant (West Second Ring Road North Branch) is a long-established restaurant in Fuzhou that specializes in Fujian cuisine, while also serving other cuisines. Located at the intersection of Xihong Road, 336 West Second Ring Road North, Gulou District, Fuzhou, I believe it's been around since 2004. Locals often hold weddings, births, birthdays, housewarmings, and other major life events at Kante Restaurant. I've been to Kante Restaurant countless times. This time, a family event involving relatives brought my cousin, actress Zhang Jingchu, and her family. We had a luncheon at Kante Restaurant, and the menu was quite varied. Aside from the appetizers, the first dish served was white radish and mutton soup. As the saying goes, "Eat radishes in winter and ginger in summer, and you won't need a doctor's prescription." This dish is not only a perfect winter tonic and warming dish, but also boasts a white broth with white radish and lamb, which isn't overly greasy and difficult to digest. Abalone noodles are a popular dish. While the abalone is small, it's tender, soft, and delicious, and the abalone sauce is fragrant. The noodles, coated in the abalone sauce, are rich and smooth, each bite leaving a satisfying feeling. Fruitwood roast duck is one of their popular dishes. Although a Beijing dish, it's especially suitable for Peking duck lovers. The waiter brings a plate of crispy, sweet-tasting roasted duck meat wrapped in noodles and served with dipping sauce. The texture is truly divine. Stir-fried sea cucumber: This dish, with its subtle scallion aroma, is truly mouthwatering. After being seared, the sea cucumber becomes incredibly smooth, making it difficult to pick up with chopsticks. While the sea cucumber isn't very flavorful, that's just how it should be. It's as chewy as jelly, and the sauce coats the skin, making it incredibly fragrant. Our secret recipe for tangerine peel ribs—a single tangerine peel dish, a thousand dishes! A must-order at our restaurant, it's similar to crispy spareribs. The tangerine peel ribs are golden and incredibly appealing. Although deep-fried, they're not overly crispy, yet retain a natural, crispy aroma. The ribs are tender yet firm, not too dry. A dusting of tangerine peel powder adds a sweet and sour flavor, significantly reducing the greasiness. The steamed lobster uses Australian red lobster, and it's most delicious steamed. It's bursting with flavor, and every bite is a delicious bite. It's incredibly satisfying. The garlic-scented bamboo clams—when it comes to seafood with a distinctly smoky flavor, clams are a must-try. While homely, this dish is fresh and delicious, with tender, sweet, and fragrant meat that's refreshing without being greasy. Steamed red sturgeon with vermicelli noodles is a traditional Fujian dish. A staple at banquets in Fuzhou during festivals and holidays, the red sturgeon here, while small, is incredibly tender and nutritious. Of course, there are countless dishes, including birthday dishes, elephant clam sashimi, deep-fried cod, pan-fried mantis shrimp, steamed grouper, desserts, papaya and white fungus soup, and a delicious fruit platter. Local cuisine showcases local culture. In this thousand-year-old city of Fuzhou, Kangte Restaurant has dedicated 18 years to elucidating the essence of Fujian cuisine. It tells a story, a journey, warming the hearts and stomachs of Fuzhou residents, bringing them a sense of happiness. Tips: Kangte Restaurant (West Second Ring Road North Branch) Address: No. 336, West Second Ring Road North, Gulou District, Fuzhou, Fujian Province (intersection of West Second Ring Road North and Xihong Road); Recommendation Rating: ★★★★★ Recommended Dishes: Secretly Prepared Tangerine Peel Ribs, Steamed Lobster, Razor Clams in Garlic Sauce, Stir-fried Sea Cucumber, Fruitwood Roasted Duck, Abalone Noodles, Steamed Grouper, and more. #LocalFood