Overview
Key takeaway
Deep-fried fish shaped like a squirrel, covered in sweet-sour sauce. Suzhou's most famous dish.
Time & cost
Plan 1–2 hrs. Budget: $12–$23.
Best for
Best if you want a local plate without explaining yourself at the counter — show the Chinese name on this page.
Practical
Price$12–$23
Duration1–2 hrs
WhereDe Yue Lou, Song He Lou, local 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 “松鼠桂鱼” 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
De Yue Lou, Song He Lou, local restaurants
MetroDe Yue Lou, Song He Lou, local restaurants
BusDe Yue Lou, Song He Lou, local restaurants
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “松鼠桂鱼” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
