Song He Lou (Guanqian Street)
松鹤楼
A time-honored Chinese brand founded during the Qianlong reign. Its Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish is a must-try in Suzhou.
Song He Lou is a time-honored Chinese brand founded in the 22nd year of Emperor Qianlong's reign (1757). The Guanqian branch is located at No. 72 Taijian Lane, right next to Xuanmiao Temple. Its signature dish is the Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish, alongside other favorites like Sautéed Eel Paste, Stir-fried River Shrimps, and Jujube Paste Pull-out Cake. The braised duck noodles are also highly recommended. The restaurant operates separate lunch and dinner sessions and does not accept guests outside business hours. It is recommended to arrive before 11:00 for lunch, and to get a queue number online in advance for weekend dinners. The average spend is around 140–180 RMB. It is within walking distance from Lindun Lu Station on Metro Line 1 (please reconfirm before traveling as info may be dated).
Opening hours
11:00–13:30, 17:00–20:30 (Ctrip lists slightly later hours; subject to change on the day)
Nearby sights
- Quyuan Garden
- Guanqian Street & Xuanmiao Temple
- Garden of Pleasance
- China Kunqu Opera Museum
- Pingjiang Road
- Twin Pagodas of Luohan Temple
- Suzhou Pingtan Museum
- Lion Grove Garden