Popular Michelin Bib Gourmand Huaiyang restaurant with a wide menu of well-made local dishes.
Shuang Dong is a Michelin Bib Gourmand address on Wenchang Middle Road, within walking distance of Wenchang Pavilion. It is very popular with locals for its large, well-executed range of Huaiyang dishes, which makes it a practical stop for a first full meal in Yangzhou. Typical spend is CNY 80-130 (~$11-18) (estimate) per person, and the signature order is Lion's head meatball (狮子头), Dasi ganzhi (大煮干丝), Braised river fish. The address is 368 Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区文昌中路368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 | 368 Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区文昌中路368号) |
Signature dishes
- Lion's head meatball (狮子头)
- Dasi ganzhi (大煮干丝)
- Braised river fish
- Seasonal vegetables
Good to know
- Known for
- Wide-ranging Huaiyang menu
Location
368 Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou (扬州市广陵区文昌中路368号)
32.3943, 119.4262 View on map
Highlights
- Popular Michelin Bib Gourmand Huaiyang restaurant with a wide menu of well-made local dishes
- Signature order: Lion's head meatball (狮子头)
- Located at Wenchang Middle Road, city centre
Tips for visiting
- Book a table through Dianping at weekends.
- Dishes are portioned for sharing; two people should order three dishes plus rice.
- Wenchang Pavilion is a short walk away for an after-dinner stroll.
- 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 or an early dinner
Accessibility
The venue is in a modern commercial building or resort with lifts and level entrances, and is generally accessible to wheelchair users and strollers.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shuang Dong?
It is at 368 Wenchang Middle Road, Guangling District, Yangzhou.
How much does a meal at Shuang Dong cost?
About CNY 80-130 (~$11-18) per person.
How does a solo traveler pay at Shuang Dong?
Alipay or WeChat Pay by QR code is standard; cash is accepted at most counters but some small shops prefer QR.