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Chinese restaurant in Nanjing, Jiangsu
What should I order at Liji Islamic Restaurant?
What to order
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Beef Potstickers
Mentioned repeatedly as the signature dish, praised for its juicy, tender, and crispy qualities with unbeatable flavor and excellent value. Reviewers highlight the moist and flavorful beef filling, crispy yet slightly soft skin, and note it as the best potstickers they have ever had. The dish is so popular that there is often a long queue just to get them.
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Hongshao Beef Tendon Needle Soup
Recommended for its straight beef flavor with spices and chili, very soft beef tendon, and tasty noodles. It is considered a good value with a rich and satisfying beef broth that complements the tender meat and noodles well.
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Beef Dumplings
Highly praised for its quality and flavor, these halal beef dumplings are juicy and tender with reasonable pricing. They are often mentioned alongside the potstickers as a must-have item, with excellent taste and texture.
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Beef Wonton Noodles
Recommended for the flavorful beef filling that matches the potstickers' quality, smooth noodles with a unique texture, and a clean, savory broth that can be enhanced with seasonings. It is noted as a comforting and delicious noodle dish.
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Niu Rou Jian Bao (Beef Pan-fried Buns)
These large, thick-skinned buns are filled with seasoned beef that is juicy but not overly abundant. The combination of crispy crust and chewy interior creates a pleasant texture contrast, and the savory, slightly sweet beef filling is very satisfying.
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Hot Noodles with Egg Skin and Seaweed Soup
This dish receives praise for its soft yet firm noodles, well-balanced sauce with beef bits and fermented black beans, and a flavorful soup garnished with chives, creating a unique and enjoyable flavor profile.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30 AM to 7:30 PM |
About Liji Islamic Restaurant
Liji Islamic Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant in Nanjing, Jiangsu, known for its halal dishes and especially its fried beef potstickers and dumplings. Reviewers consistently praise the juicy filling, crisp texture, and very reasonable prices. It is described as a humble, bustling spot that is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, with dine-in and takeout available.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
Amenities
- Restroom
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Children
- Good for kids
Frequently asked
What is Liji Islamic Restaurant known for?
It is best known for its fried beef potstickers, which reviewers describe as juicy, tender, and crispy, with a filling that stays very moist. The restaurant is also repeatedly praised for its dumplings and other traditional Chinese noodle and beef dishes, all at very low prices.
Is Liji Islamic Restaurant good value?
Yes, reviewers repeatedly call it exceptionally good value, and the posted price level is $. Specific dishes are very cheap, with beef potstickers around 10 RMB and Hongshao beef tendon noodle soup around 15 RMB, which is why many people describe the food as both affordable and high quality.
When is the best time to visit Liji Islamic Restaurant?
It opens early in the morning and stays open through the evening, so it can work for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Reviewers note that some items, like pan-fried beef dumplings and certain noodle soups, are made as you walk in, so ordering those fresh can be a good choice.
Is Liji Islamic Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes, Liji Islamic Restaurant is good for kids.
