Jinhaihua · Pingjiang Song
金海华·平江颂
A one-Michelin-starred restaurant housed in a converted Qing Dynasty residence in the Pingjiang Historic District, specializing in seasonal Suzhou dishes.
Pingjiang Song is located inside the Ding Residence, a protected historic building at No. 54 Daru Lane. Converted from a Qing Dynasty mansion, its garden setting is an integral part of the dining experience. It holds one Michelin star. The menu follows the philosophy of eating according to the season, blending traditional Suzhou flavors with modern techniques. The Michelin Guide highlights the wine-marinated mantis shrimp with caviar and the ham and chicken-skin-cartilage duck soup. Popular dishes on review platforms include Biluochun Tea Shrimps and Wine-marinated Soft-boiled Mantis Shrimp. The restaurant mainly offers customized menus, and Pingtan (local storytelling and singing) performances are available during certain hours. Average spend is around 900–1000 RMB. Reservations are required. Accessible on foot from Pingjiang Road.
Opening hours
11:30–14:00, 17:30–21:00
Nearby sights
- Pingjiang Road
- Suzhou Pingtan Museum
- China Kunqu Opera Museum
- Twin Pagodas of Luohan Temple
- Couple's Retreat Garden
- Lion Grove Garden
- Quyuan Garden
- Guanqian Street & Xuanmiao Temple