Daijiang Caotang
Time-Honored BrandDaijiang Caotang · Sichuan · Founded
Daijiang Caotang, a renowned Sichuan cuisine restaurant in Chengdu, is famous for its signature braised silver carp with garlic, known as 'Zou's Fish'. It embodies the city's culinary heritage and has been a beloved institution since the Republican era.
Brand Story
Founded during the Republican era, Daijiang Caotang originated as a humble thatched pavilion by Sandong Bridge in Chengdu. Its founder, Zou Ruilin, excelled in cooking freshwater fish, especially his garlic-braised silver carp, earning him the nickname 'Zou's Fish'. In the 1940s, literary figures like Guo Moruo and Ba Jin frequented the eatery, and their praise—'Spring water rises by Sandong Bridge, and the silver carp at Daijiang Caotang is plump'—catapulted it to fame. After the 1950s, it became part of the state-run catering system, preserving its techniques. In the 2000s, the brand was privatized, yet its traditional flavors endure. Daijiang Caotang is not only a representative of Sichuan's 'jianghu cuisine' but also a living memory of Chengdu, witnessing the evolution of modern Sichuan cuisine from street stalls to refined dining.
“By Sandong Bridge, Daijiang Caotang”
Signature Products
Fresh silver carp braised with whole garlic cloves; tender fish with rich garlic aroma. A signature dish. (approx. ¥80-120 per serving)
Classic Sichuan dish with a numbing-spicy and sweet-sour 'lychee' flavor; tender chicken cubes and crispy peanuts. (approx. ¥30-50 per serving)
Clear broth with sweet, tender cabbage, showcasing Sichuan cuisine's refined technique of 'one dish, one style'. (approx. ¥40-60 per serving)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Sichuan（四川）
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Cultural Note
Daijiang Caotang's culinary art excels in 'braising' (shao), emphasizing precise heat and seasoning, embodying Sichuan cuisine's principle of 'one dish, one style; a hundred dishes, a hundred flavors'. Its garlic-braised silver carp uses Pixian douban (fermented bean paste) and pickled peppers, showcasing the complex flavor profiles typical of Sichuan. As a time-honored brand in Chengdu, it carries the essence of street food culture and exemplifies the fusion of 'popular' and 'literary' Sichuan cuisine.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Daijiang Caotang founded?
Daijiang Caotang was founded in null, originating in Sichuan, Sichuan, primarily in the Healthcare field.
What is the signature product of Daijiang Caotang?
Its signature product is Garlic-Braised Silver Carp. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
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