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Food｜Xuzhou, Jiangsu｜Sanzhong Gaohuang Mutton Restaurant [Mint] Environment: The front door is inconspicuous, but it is a different world when you get closer. The shop is really big. There are even small private rooms with air conditioning in the alley. [Service bell] Service: The business is so hot that the aunties are too busy to handle it. "Fried bean sprouts" have to be recommended. The fried bean sprouts are 10 yuan per serving, full of wok flavor, and the portion is large. "Shaobing" dry-baked biscuits are moderately soft. "Mutton Soup" The ribs are fat, it is recommended to order lamb legs. The portion is particularly large. The soup is really fresh, and the soup of this old store usually makes diners addicted.

Sanzhong Gaohuang Mutton Restaurant, the smell of fireworks, the smell of fireworks in the world, the most soothing to the hearts of ordinary people

Xuzhou cuisine is a truly underrated treasure. As the birthplace of Pengzu culture and a hub of north-south transportation, Xuzhou cuisine is uniquely its own, known as "Xuhai Cuisine" or "Pengcheng Cuisine." It blends the rich, savory flavors of the north with the sweet and sour notes of the south, particularly known for its vibrant chili and rich oil. The flavors are rich, down-to-earth, generous portions, and incredibly satisfying! We've carefully compiled a list of must-try Xuzhou dishes for you to keep: I. The Hardcore Ace: Unmissable Xuzhou Flavors 1. Earth Pot Chicken - Xuzhou Cuisine's Undisputed Hallmark · Special Feature: An iron wok, with broth-soaked flatbreads (hebing) clinging to the sides, and a rich, rich, and sauce-scented roast chicken in the center. The flatbread is even better than the meat! Half is crispy and charred, while the other half, soaked in the chicken's broth, is soft, glutinous, and savory. Where to Eat: Available in all major restaurants, dishes like "Baiwei Diguo Chicken" and "Laojia Diguo" are must-orders. 2. Fuyang Banquet - Xuzhou's Unique Summer Extravaganza Feature: "Eating Fuyang during the Dog Days" is a unique Xuzhou culinary tradition, beginning on the first day of the dog days of summer and lasting for a month. People feast on mutton and drink mutton soup at food stalls and restaurants, believing that the heat helps to warm the body and promote sweating and detoxification. Must-Try: Experience the Xuzhou people's generosity with a bowl of mutton soup sprinkled with cilantro and chili oil, hand-pulled lamb chops and lamb ribs, and a sip of baijiu. Where to Eat: During the Fuyang Festival, nearly all restaurants offer Fuyang dishes. Specialized mutton restaurants like Gaohuang Mutton Restaurant and Sanzhong Mutton Restaurant are extremely popular. 3. Bazi Rou - A Xuzhou Delight · Special Features: A large piece of pork belly, with alternating fat and lean parts, tied tightly with string (hence the name "bazi"), is stewed in thick soy sauce until tender and flavorful, melting in your mouth. It's often served with rice and topped with side dishes like meatballs, gluten, kelp, tofu skin, and tiger-skin chili peppers, making it the ultimate carb-filled treat. · Where to Eat: This fast food snack can be found at night markets and street vendors. Many Bazi Rou stalls are open 24 hours a day, providing a late-night solace for Xuzhou residents. II. Classic Staple Dishes & Snacks 4. Shata Soup - The Soul of Xuzhou Breakfast · Special Features: Pronounced "sha tang." This thick soup is made from hen, wheat kernels, pork bones, and peppercorns, simmered for a long time. Add a raw egg before serving, creating an instant egg drop soup. Its thick, spicy, and stomach-warming texture makes it the perfect way to start the day. Where to Eat: Breakfast shops offer it, and paired with a basket of pan-fried buns or steamed dumplings, it's an authentic Xuzhou breakfast. "Lianglaifeng" is a time-honored restaurant known for its sha tang (pork soup). 5. Xuzhou Rice Noodles - A Fusion of Northern and Southern Flavors Specialties: Unlike the bland rice noodles of the south, Xuzhou rice noodles have a rich flavor. The meat sauce is simmered to perfection, and the broth is often made with beef or chicken bones. Topped with preserved mustard greens, garlic sprouts, cilantro, and a drizzle of chili oil, it's spicy and smooth. Where to Eat: "Azhe Rice Noodles" (the one near Yunlong Lake is the most famous), "Yipin Piaoxiang," and "No. 18 Rice Noodles" are all famous chain restaurants. 6. Lao Mo Rolled San Zi - A Blend of Crispy and Tender · Special Features: A chewy Lao Mo wrapped around a handful of golden and crispy San Zi, topped with salted beans, sesame salt, pickles, or chopped green onions. Each roll and bite creates a crunchy, richly textured dish. · Where to Eat: A home-cooked dish available in restaurants and a common street food. III. Other Must-Try Dishes · Frog Fish: Not a fish, but a sweet potato starch jelly shaped like a small fish. Served with sweet vinegar and pickled radish, it offers a sweet and sour, refreshing, and smooth snack that's a classic way to relieve greasiness. · Fried Skewers: Xuzhou residents are deeply devoted to fried skewers. Choosing the right skewers, deep-frying them, and then brushing them with each restaurant's secret sweet and spicy sauce is a memory from school days and night markets. · Xuzhou BBQ: Like Bazi Rou, it's a hallmark of Xuzhou's nightlife. Roast your own lamb, using fresh ingredients and a bold flavor. The roasted lamb parts (loin, balls, eyes, etc.) are particularly special, offering a bold and unrestrained experience. · Salted Bean Scrambled Eggs: Salted beans are fermented beans, a staple in every Xuzhou household. They may smell stinky, but when fried with eggs, they create a delicious, savory and delicious dish that goes well with rice, offering an authentic "hometown flavor." Recommended Food Streets 1. Fuguo Street Night Market: A popular snack destination, offering a wide variety of snacks, including rice noodles, fried skewers, and frog fish. 2. 1818 Food Court: An indoor food court with a diverse selection of restaurants. 3. Hubushan Cultural District: This area boasts quaint architecture, unique restaurants, and cafes. 4. Wander the Old Streets and Alleys: Often, the most delicious food is hidden in unassuming street vendors. Explore them! Summary Tips · Flavor: Xuzhou cuisine tends to be salty and spicy. Those who can't handle spicy food should always ask for "no spicy" or "mild spicy" when ordering. · Portions: Xuzhou cuisine is generously portioned, so don't overthink and overthink; order accordingly. · Experience: For the most authentic Xuzhou flavors, head to the small, bustling local restaurants. I wish you a satisfying meal in Xuzhou and experience the grandeur and hospitality of this historic city! #TrueFlavorfulSnacks #LocalFood

The following is a Xuzhou food guide tailored for individual travelers, combining local gourmet favorites, classic snacks, and affordable itineraries, offering a unique blend of local flavor and authentic experiences: --- ### 🥢 **I. Must-Try Food and Restaurant Recommendations** #### **[Breakfast Master: 5-10 RMB per person for a filling meal]** 1. **Spicy Soup + Steamed Buns/Pot Stickers** - **Hengxiang Steamed Bun Shop** (Huanghe New Village): The juicy meat buns are perfect with the spicy soup; the tofu buns are limited, so come early. - **Mashi Street Tangta Tang** (Jiefang Road): A century-old establishment, Tangta Tang is served with an egg and eight-strand fried dough sticks. The soup base includes barley and shredded pork, which dispels cold and promotes sweating. 2. **Meatball Soup** - **Su Ji Meatball Soup** (Hubu Mountain): A 118-year-old establishment. The radish and mung bean flour balls are crispy, not mushy, and served with mung bean dough and chili oil. A poached egg is recommended. 3. **Fried Dough Sticks with Egg** - Jianzigu Market (opposite Su Ji Meatball Soup): Deep-fry fried dough sticks until half-cooked and then fill with egg. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with spicy soup to relieve the greasiness. #### **[Meal: 20-40 RMB per person]** 1. **Clay Pot Chicken** - **Laojia Clay Pot Chicken** (a small shop in a residential area): The chicken is spicy and slightly sweet, and the flatbread dipped in the broth is the heart of the dish. - **Zhen Niu B Bistro** (Shenchang): A great late-night snack with a casual atmosphere and authentic flavors. 2. **Stir-fried Cuisine** - **Xianghai Clay Pot House** (Huanghe West Road): The originator of stir-fried black-bone chicken, with free soup afterward to help you feel the greasiness. - **Tian Ji Restaurant**: The stir-fried chicken is spicy, sweet, sour, and a must-try for those who love strong flavors. 3. **Mutton Feast** - **Qiannian Road Mutton House**: A three-generation tradition, the mutton ramen has a rich broth base and the stir-fried scallions are rich and aromatic. **Sanzhong Gaohuang Mutton Restaurant**: Served with sesame cakes and mutton oil dip, the mutton broth is sweet and refreshing. #### **[Snacks & Carb Bombs]** - **Rice Noodles**: - **Azhe Rice Noodles** (Yunlong Lake): Homemade beef bone broth and sweet potato vermicelli noodles, generous portions of beef, lake view seats are in high demand. - **Jiuzhong Niuji Rice Noodles**: Old-school, spicy, garlicky flavor, topped with rice vinegar for a refreshing kick. - **Wraps/Fried Skewers**: - **Yan Ting Wraps**: Choose from over 20 side dishes, including spicy duck intestines and shredded potatoes (be careful if you're afraid of spicy food). - **Hubin Lao Ma Fried Skewers**: A taste of childhood, featuring soy products and vegetables coated in a secret sauce. - **Hidden Carbs**: - **Guoji Spicy Pancakes**: Scallion and chili oil pancakes, 2 yuan each, served hot. - **Songji Fengchu Chicken Fillet Wrap**: Crispy chicken fillet and sweet noodle sauce wrap, a viral hit but worth the wait --- ### 🚶 **II. Classic Food Itinerary** #### **[Daytime Walking Route]** - **Breakfast**: Hubushan Suji Meatball Soup + Fried Dough Sticks with Egg (10 RMB) - **Lunch**: Laojia Clay Pot Chicken (small portion + flatbread 30 RMB) - **Afternoon Tea**: Lotus Frog and Fish (sweet and sour to relieve greasiness) or Xiabao Bingbing Noodles (with generous toppings) - **Dinner**: Qingnian Road Lamb Ramen + Seasoned Lamb (35 RMB) - **Late Night Snack**: Hubin Lao Ma Fried Skewers (from 15 RMB) #### **[Night Market Area]** - **1818 Food Court**: Xuzhou Fried Skewers, Lamb Wraps - **Fengchu Street**: Snails and Crab Claws (Savory cravings go to Fengchu Street, sweet cravings go to Boai Street) --- ### ⚠️ **III. Tips for Avoiding Scams** 1. **Queuing Strategies**: - Arrive before 6:30 AM at Mashi Street Tangta Tang to avoid the line; Yan Ting Wraps are available during the lunch rush. - Popular alternative: The line at Azhe Rice Noodles is too long → choose **Bazi Street Rice Noodles** (28-year-old shop). 2. **Taste Warning**: - Xuzhou cuisine tends to be salty and spicy; request "less salt" when ordering; meatball soup comes with chili oil as standard; request in advance if you don't like spicy food. 3. **Money-Saving Tips**: - Snacks in residential markets (such as Huanghe New Village) are 30% cheaper than in scenic areas. Oil tea and vegetable pancakes average 5 yuan. 4. **Transportation Tips**: - Many established restaurants are located in **Hubushan, Huanghe New Village, and Xingshi Community**. Bike-sharing is recommended for those within 3 km of each other. --- ### 💰 **Four. Budget Guide (Single Person)** - **Economy** (50 RMB/day): Breakfast 10 RMB + Lunch 20 RMB + Snacks 20 RMB - **Immersive** (100 RMB/day): Includes a main course meal at a clay pot chicken or mutton restaurant, plus a late-night milk tea snack > 🌶️ **Local Tips**: > - Be cautious when trying the **"Xuzhou Spicy Level"**; mild spiciness is comparable to medium spiciness elsewhere; > - **Flat restaurants** are located in residential areas (such as Meijian Road and Xiyuan Market); the environment is average, but the food is excellent; > - Souvenirs include **Oil-Braised Duck** (Liang Ji/Zhang Ji) and **Yiyang Rice Cake**, which are vacuum-packed for easy portability. Xuzhou, a vibrant city, a world of flavors—from the warming aroma of spicy soup in the morning to the sizzling aroma of fried skewers late at night, the flavors of this city are all hidden in the old stoves lining its streets and alleys. Bring your travel guide and an empty stomach, and let's go! 🍜

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh ⛲️Attractions ✅Xuzhou Museum: As the birthplace of Han culture, this is a must-see when visiting Xuzhou. Book on 👸 a week in advance. A limited number of same-day tickets will be released at 9:00 PM each day (I booked on the day because I couldn't get one before). Don't miss out on Mondays. I strongly recommend hiring a guide. I found one at the entrance for 40 💰. ✅Xuzhou Ocean Park: It's divided into two major areas: Ocean Polar World and Fairy Tale World. It's fully air-conditioned, with an underwater tunnel where you can see beluga whales, dolphins, sharks, and hundreds of other fish species. ✅Xuzhou Baolian Temple: The Tsutenkaku Tower inside the temple is magnificent and a great photo opportunity. Avoid going during the heat of midday 🥵, as this is perfect for photo ops and sightseeing. 🍖 Food ✅ Three Lamb BBQ: A super popular BBQ restaurant. The lamb is fresh, and the skewers are sizzling and juicy. Every bite is incredibly satisfying. Remember to get a number and queue in advance. ✅ Wei☝️ Small Skewer Hand-Grooved Noodles (Fengshang Milan Branch): All the skewers are grilled to 70% doneness before serving. There's even a small charcoal stove on your table for further cooking. ✔️ I absolutely love the original lamb skewers, unseasoned and delicious with sweet vinegar dip! ✔️ Lamb Ribs 👍 ✔️ Lamb Fat Wrapped Liver, one piece per person, just the right amount of succulent, but too much can be greasy. ✔️ Eggplant and Chili Peppers ✅ Jinshengji: ✔️ Baked Chicken with Pancakes, a bit spicy. The pancakes are cut into small, crispy pieces and coated in the broth. The chicken pieces have a texture similar to spicy chicken. Delicious 😋 ✔️ Garlic Fish. We went too late and it was sold out, so the owner bought fresh fish and grilled it. 🥹 What a great owner! It looks like it's loaded with chili peppers, but it's not spicy at all. Xiao Tao loves it, and the fish is very tender and smooth. Xiao Tao almost devoured the belly meat. ✔️The braised pig ears and mouth noodles are also must-orders. ✅ Sanzhong Gaohuang Lamb Restaurant: ✔️ Lamb dip: boiled lamb with a dipping sauce ✔️ Lamb broth, drizzled with chili oil ✔️ Stir-fried bean sprouts, sour and spicy, with a smoky, smoky flavor. This place is really salty and spicy, and my mouth was burning all afternoon. But the taste is rare and good.