Overview
Key takeaway
Slow-braised pork belly in soy and rock sugar. Melts in your mouth. The ultimate Shanghainese comfort food.
Time & cost
Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $7–$12.
Best for
Best if you want a local plate without explaining yourself at the counter — show the Chinese name on this page.
Practical
Price$7–$12
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereOld Jesse, Fu 1088, local benbang restaurants
Tips
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “红烧肉” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Show to staff
你好，我想点不那么辣的。可以少放辣椒吗？谢谢。
Hi — I'd like something milder. Can you use less chili? Thank you.
Location & how to go
Old Jesse, Fu 1088, local benbang restaurants
MetroOld Jesse, Fu 1088, local benbang restaurants
BusCity buses serve the area, but routes change. Use Amap/Baidu for the live stop and last bus near Red-braised pork (hongshao rou).
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “红烧肉” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
