Qin Yu Rou Jia Mo
After the broadcast of 'A Bite of China I', Qin Yu Rou Jia Mo quickly became popular. The old store in Dongmutoushi is closed in the summer, with a notice posted directing customers to the Caocangpo store. Every summer during the hottest days, they take a summer break... The Caocangpo store is directly affiliated with Qin Yu, and the bun-making master is also transferred from the old store, bringing rich experience. The buns made are crispy and full, with a slight elasticity. The aroma of the dough is distinct, similar to the scent of freshly baked soda crackers.
Qin Han Braised Meat Sandwich
This small shop has been open in the alley for over ten years, offering affordable prices. During meal times, there's always a queue. The lady boss keeps everything clean and tidy, and she uses a plastic bag on her hand when handling money, which is reassuring. The bun is slightly thin, perfectly baked, and cracks gently with a bite without breaking apart. The braised meat is slightly salty, generously portioned, and seasoned in a homely, simple style that pairs very well with the bun.
Liu Sao's Roujiamo
Liu Sao's shop has been open in Nan Alley for over ten years, moving four times, and has a large following due to its taste and hospitality. The big guy making the bread seems to be Liu Sao's son, and you can tell the bread is great just by looking at his strength. The new shop has a refreshing color scheme and ample air conditioning, and the family is friendly to customers. Their bread is relatively soft with just the right amount of crispiness. The braised meat is bright red, with fatty parts that are rich and lean parts that are tender. The seasoning is just right, making it neither too salty nor too greasy to eat on its own.
Ziwu Road Zhang's Roujiamo
A very famous shop in Xi'an with many branches, but this one has a better reputation online. The shop is located on the old street west of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda and has a large customer flow. Their bread is the thinnest among several shops, truly 'two layers of skin'. It is especially crispy and soft, but slightly sticky to the teeth, with a faint wheat aroma when chewed. The meat is not the dark brown color of heavy oil and sauce, but rather pinkish, with a light seasoning taste. However, because the bread is too thin, it can become slightly salty towards the end.
Wenxiang Braised Pork Bun
The bun has a moderate thickness, and you can tell it's freshly made with one bite, exuding a warm, fragrant aroma. The braised pork is chopped finely, and after absorbing the broth, it becomes even more tender and melts in your mouth. Chewing it together with the soft bun is extremely satisfying.
