No-frills Michelin-listed Huaiyang home-style restaurant serving affordable classics for over 20 years.
Hu Yuan Mei Shi is listed in the Michelin Guide as a Bib Gourmand for its affordable home-style Huaiyang cooking. It sits on Dongquan Gate in the historic Dongguan district, a short walk from Dongguan Street, and is aimed at residents more than tourists, with a casual dining room and a menu of long-braised Yangzhou staples. Typical spend is CNY 50-90 (~$7-13) (estimate) per person, and the signature order is Lion's head meatball (狮子头), Braised fish head, Seasonal river vegetables. The address is 52 Dongquan Gate (Dongquanmen), Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东圈门52号). Opening hours: Daily lunch and dinner; exact hours not published, confirm on Dianping. Payment is by Alipay or WeChat Pay in practice; foreign visitors can link an international card inside either app before the trip. A printed card with the Chinese name lets a taxi or Didi driver find the door, and the same name pastes straight into Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) for a walking route.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily lunch and dinner; exact hours not published, confirm on Dianping |
| Reservations | Walk-in is normal; search the Chinese name on Dianping (大众点评) or Meituan for current queues, vouchers and table booking |
| Address | 52 Dongquan Gate (Dongquanmen), Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东圈门52号) |
Signature dishes
- Lion's head meatball (狮子头)
- Braised fish head
- Seasonal river vegetables
- Huaiyang stewed dishes
Good to know
- Known for
- Home-style Huaiyang
Location
52 Dongquan Gate (Dongquanmen), Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区东圈门52号)
32.3946, 119.4322 View on map
Highlights
- No-frills Michelin-listed Huaiyang home-style restaurant serving affordable classics for over 20 years
- Signature order: Lion's head meatball (狮子头)
- Located at Dongquan Gate, old town
Tips for visiting
- Expect plain decor; the draw is price and flavour.
- Go early on weekends when local families fill the room.
- Use the pinyin name on the Michelin Guide site or Amap to locate the exact shop.
- Search the Chinese name on Amap (高德地图) or Dianping (大众点评) to confirm the exact branch before leaving the hotel.
- Order one dish per person plus rice or noodles, and say 少放糖 (shǎo fàng táng) for less sugar if Huaiyang sweetness is too much.
When to visit
Weekday lunch
Accessibility
The venue is in the old-town district of Yangzhou, where lanes are paved but uneven and some historic buildings have steps or thresholds; step-free access is not guaranteed, so wheelchair users should phone ahead.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hu Yuan Mei Shi?
It is at 52 Dongquan Gate, Guangling District, Yangzhou.
How much does a meal at Hu Yuan Mei Shi cost?
About CNY 50-90 (~$7-13) per person.
How does a solo traveler pay at Hu Yuan Mei Shi?
Alipay or WeChat Pay by QR code is standard; cash is accepted at most counters but some small shops prefer QR.