Xi Northwestern Cuisine Restaurant (Ancient City Branch)
地方菜 · ⭐ 4.4
Pingfang (Single-Story) Housing, East Gate of Special Steel Plant, Gucheng Street
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at Pingfang (Single-Story) Housing, East Gate of Special Steel Plant, Gucheng Street. It is a 地方菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Lanzhou Lamian, Meat Noodles, Lazhengzi.
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: Beijing
- Category: 地方菜
- Rating: 4.4
- Address: Pingfang (Single-Story) Housing, East Gate of Special Steel Plant, Gucheng Street
- Popular dishes: Lanzhou Lamian, Meat Noodles, Lazhengzi, Xinjiang Specialty Naan, Xinjiang Big Plate Chicken
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Dishes
Lanzhou LamianLanzhou hand-pulled noodles, featuring handmade noodles served in a rich beef broth, topped with sliced beef, green onions, yellow beansprouts, and white radish, presenting an enticing combination of color, aroma, and flavor.
Meat NoodlesMeat ramen features ramen noodles with boiled meat (like beef, pork, or chicken). Noodles are hand-pulled or machine-made, served in clear or rich broth. Meat slices or chunks are cooked with noodles, topped with green onions or cilantro.
LazhengziLazhizi is a noodle dish primarily made from flour, crafted through steps such as kneading, rolling, and pulling the dough. The noodles are evenly thick, with a chewy texture, and are typically seasoned with various vegetables, meats, or sauces.
Xinjiang Specialty NaanXinjiang specialty naan is a flatbread made primarily from flour and yeast, baked in a tandoor. It includes onions, cumin, sesame, and sometimes lamb or vegetable fillings for rich flavor.
Xinjiang Big Plate ChickenXinjiang large plate chicken is a dish made from ingredients such as chicken, potatoes, and chili peppers. First, the chicken is cut into pieces and stir-fried with spices, then vegetables like potatoes and chili peppers are added, and it is slowly stewed until fully flavored. Finally, the sauce is reduced and served on a plate.
Stir-Fried NoodlesStir-fried noodles are a dish made from noodle slices, vegetables, meat, and other ingredients. The preparation involves boiling the noodle slices, then stir-frying them together with vegetables, meat, and other配料 until fully flavored.
Grilled Fresh Lamb KidneysGrilled fresh lamb kidneys is a barbecue dish primarily made with fresh lamb kidneys. After cleaning and processing, the kidneys are marinated with seasonings to absorb flavor, then grilled over charcoal or on a grill until fully cooked, preserving their natural taste and essence.
Grilled Fresh MeatRoast fresh meat is a dish primarily made with fresh pork. During preparation, the pork is carefully selected and processed, then marinated with a specially crafted marinade to infuse flavor. Afterwards, the pork is placed on a grill and slowly roasted over moderate heat until the skin turns golden and crispy, while the meat remains tender and juicy.
Beef Noodle SoupBeef noodle soup features hand-pulled noodles and tender beef chunks, accompanied by a variety of vegetables and a rich beef broth. The noodles are hand-rolled for a chewy texture, and the broth is slowly simmered from beef bones to create a deep, flavorful taste.
Beef TendonBeef tendon is a dish primarily made with beef tendons, which are simmered or braised to achieve a chewy yet tender texture. It is rich in collagen and highly nutritious.
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.
Reviews
- cunning_nutmegCame here with a friend for some northwest Chinese food and honestly the vibe was so lively and fun. The lamb skewers are 4 kuai each and they're SO good — really strong lamb flavor, super tender meat, and when you bite into them they're still juicy. Couldn't stop eating them. The beef hand-pulled noodles had this rich, fragrant broth and the noodles had that perfect chewy bite, plus the portion was huge. The place was clean and nice inside too, and we got lucky with a couch booth which made it super comfy for just hanging out and chatting. Service was fast, the staff were really friendly, and they even gave us a heads-up after we ordered which was a nice touch. The fried noodle squares were sweet and tangy, really opened up my appetite — perfect for sharing between two people. Overall super solid value, would definitely come back.
