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I ordered the sweet and sour pork! It was incredibly crispy! I've officially declared it their signature must-order dish. It's made in a very authentic, old-fashioned way, with an extra crispy outer layer coated in a perfectly balanced sweet and sour sauce. It's so crunchy when you bite into it while it's hot! Plus, they give you a generous amount of meat, making it so satisfying to eat big chunks of meat!

I recently had a sudden craving for authentic Northeastern Chinese cuisine, so I tried this place. I ordered Guo Bao Rou (sweet and sour pork), since it's basically the "signature dish" of Northeastern cuisine. When it arrived, my first impression was: the portion was quite generous, the pork slices were beautifully fried, with a golden and crispy outer layer, not the kind coated in a thick layer of batter. Taking a bite while it was still hot, the first bite was crispy, but the meat inside was still tender, and the sweet and sour flavor was quite pronounced, but not cloyingly sweet. The most important thing I care about with Guo Bao Rou is that it must be crispy. Some restaurants serve it delicious, but after five minutes it becomes completely soggy, ending up as "sweet and sour fried pork slices." This place was quite good; the outer layer still crackled when I ate it, and the sauce hadn't completely softened the crispy shell. The sweet and sour flavor leaned towards the sweet and sour, which I think is more in line with the feel of Northeastern Guo Bao Rou, not that overly thick, industrialized sweet and sour sauce. The pork slices themselves were also cut to a good thickness, so it didn't feel like you were eating nothing but starch. Served with shredded scallions and carrots, the sweetness is actually slightly reduced. But if you're like me and came specifically for the "Northeastern-style sweet and sour pork," I think this dish is worth ordering. Northeastern cuisine isn't the kind that's overly refined or eaten in a couple of bites; it's all about the hearty presentation and the satisfying taste. And honestly, sweet and sour pork is best eaten while it's hot. I'll definitely come again!

This is the umpteenth time I've eaten at this Chinese restaurant. Whether it's Northeast or Szechuan cuisine, everything is truly authentic.

My friends had told me about it several times, and I finally got to try it today! The Northeast cuisine is truly authentic, the Szechuan dishes are also delicious, and the prices are very reasonable. A great place!

Excellent Dongbei restaurant! The grilled lamb skewers are delicious and perfectly seasoned. The Guo Bao-Rou is incredible: crispy pork with a sweet and sour sauce—the flavor is surprising and truly excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes. Highly recommended!

When you are craving for North eastern Chinese cuisine, this restaurant would make your stomach happy!

A really great Chinese restaurant! They serve Dongbei cuisine, which is very trendy in China right now. The Guo Bao Rou is an absolute must-try: this sweet and sour crispy pork is incredible! And the sweet potato with drizzled caramel is simply magical! It's not a dessert, it's a sweet and savory dish! The outside is caramelized and slightly charred, while the inside melts slowly. It's a very technical dish; few chefs know how to make it well. And don't forget the grilled lamb skewers—they're delicious too. In short, a wonderful discovery!

A very good Northeastern Chinese restaurant near Gare de l’Est. The portions are generous and affordable; the marinated beef and the yam with egg yolk are excellent. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the owner is very kind. Perfect for a weekday lunch!

A very good northeastern Chinese restaurant near the Gare de l'Est. The portions are generous and reasonably priced; the marinated beef and the yam with egg yolk are excellent. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the owner is very friendly. Perfect for a weekday lunch!

Fantastic food, fantastic serving size