Zhao Yuanzhang Pork Bone Stew (Shantang Street Branch)
A delicacy drenched in thick sauce, satisfying the cravings of food enthusiasts.
Jijiao Gela (Pingjiang Road Branch)
Jijiao Gela is located in a small alley branching off Pingjiang Road. A yellow flag with red edges hangs at the entrance, with 'Jiangnan Specialty Snacks Jijiao Gela' written on it. There are a few simple outdoor seats available. Their signature dish is soft and light chicken feet, which are so popular that almost everyone has a pack. It's common to see customers lining up from inside the store to outside.
Xiangxin Restaurant
A renowned Suzhou snack shop with a history of over 20 years.
Zhu Hongxing Noodle House
A time-honored noodle house, with char siu and marinated dishes being the highlights.
Imperial Secret Chicken Feet
As the name suggests, this is a small shop specializing in chicken feet. The chicken feet have a rich soy sauce flavor, are stewed to a tender consistency, and are well-seasoned with a balanced salty and sweet taste, along with a hint of spiciness. The environment is nice, located right by the river, where you can take a walk and listen to storytelling across the way. It is worth mentioning that this small shop is extremely popular, so those who want to try it should be prepared for long queues.
Du Sanzhen (Shilu Direct Store)
An old Suzhou-style marinated food shop, where the marinated flavors are updated according to seasonal changes. Especially during the Winter Solstice, long queues form for the honey-glazed duck, creating a spectacular scene. The taste is sweet, embodying traditional Suzhou flavors. The shop's marinated meat, char siu, and marinated goose are all very authentic and worth buying.
Lu Gao Jian
Lu Gao Jian was founded in the second year of Kangxi (1663 AD). From Cu Fang Bridge to Guanqian Street, the first shop you see is Lu Gao Jian. The window selling cooked food often has a queue, indicating its high popularity. Lu Gao Jian is famous in Gusu for its braised pork, which is fatty but not greasy, melts in your mouth, and has a sweet taste.
