老号饭庄(东大街店)

This old state-run restaurant, tucked away in an old alley, exudes a lively, bustling atmosphere the moment you step inside. I especially love their retro chandelier; its warm light casts a lovely glow on the wooden tables. The tables and chairs are spotless and very comfortable. If you want to take photos, I recommend going early; the tables by the window have the best lighting.

I visited this time-honored restaurant specifically to try the Yangquan braised pork. The sauce is indeed thick; you need to eat it with rice, otherwise it's a bit salty. The braised pork was also okay, but the braised pork was more authentic. I suggest that when you order, ask the chef to add less sauce so you can dip it yourself; it's more suitable that way.

I've hosted guests here before, and they were indeed quite efficient when serving food, even when it was crowded. If you're going during peak meal times, you can relax a bit.