Shi Er Wonton Specialty Shop

Shi Er Wonton Specialty Shop is a small wonton shop at No. 134 West Long Street in the Huai'an District of Huai'an, Jiangsu province, China. West Long Street lies in the old city of Huai'an, formerly Chuzhou, a district known for its historic lanes, canal-era architecture and traditional food shops, and the shop is a short distance from the other old-city eateries on East Long Street. The shop's name translates as Second Shi's wonton, and it focuses on a single product: wonton, the thin-skinned dumpling filled with minced pork and served in a light broth. In Jiangsu, wonton is a daily staple eaten at breakfast, as a snack or as a light meal, and varies from the larger, heartier versions found in Huai'an to the delicate types of neighbouring cities. The shop is small and informal, with a few tables, quick service and a regular local following; the listing shows a rating of 5.0. The atmosphere is homely, noise is low to moderate, and dress is casual. Average spending is about 11 yuan (roughly 1.60 US dollars) per person, among the cheapest meals in the city. No reservation line is published and reservations are not customary; guests walk in, and those who wish to check for queues can search the Chinese name, 施二馄饨专卖店, in the Dianping or Meituan apps. Drinks are limited to water or soft drinks. The shop suits visitors exploring the old city on foot, and the morning and early lunch are generally the best times, before the broth is sold out. It can be combined with a stop at the Chuzhou Gang Noodle House on nearby East Long Street for a second small bowl.