Chinese Northern Foods Restaurant

Situated in the growing Cyrildene strip, this restaurant is about authentic food. Whether you order eggplant hot pot or stewed meatballs in brown sauce, you’ll receive something rich, filling and warming. The traditions of the northern provinces of China are reflected in the menu. Pork and coriander dumplings, beef in cumin and crispy calamari are on offer for those not adventurous enough to try duck blood in chilli sauce or fried pork stomach with garlic.

Only a couple of wines are available from the shelf. Rather bring your own (for free).

While language often presents a barrier, friendliness and patience will ensure that you are able to order something delicious. If all else fails, just point to your neighbour’s table and ask for the same. Waiting staff dress as if they’ve arrived straight from Beijing, which adds to the authenticity of the experience.

On a cold night the restaurant may be slightly chilly, but then a complimentary pot of hot green tea arrives. Even though there’s no separate smoking section, the whole restaurant eventually becomes one (as it does so often on mainland China).

Be daring and choose items with delightful descriptions like ‘little sheep with oil’ or ‘wrapped in potato sauce with chicken’. (HF, October 2011)

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