I’ve actually never been to this one, but it comes highly recommended from a friend. The wait time is usually longer, but the dishes are worth the wait! I went with friends to celebrate Chinese New Years and we had a great time. This restaurant is a bit more pricy, but still not as expensive as other Peking Duck options. Restaurant 2: Four Seasons Minfuku Roast Duck Restaurant 四季民福烤鸭店(东四十条店)
There are many western bars nearby that you can walk to afterwards for a drink, like Paddy’s.
There might be a wait time, but it’s usually not long. It’s very affordable, and where I usually take friends when they visit. This is a great low-key local Peking duck place. Restaurant 1: Jing Zun Roast Duck (Chun Xiu Road) 京尊烤鸭店(春秀路店) I prefer more affordable places a shorter wait time – but still just as delicious food! It depends on your budget and the kind of guests you are with. There are many variations, like Sichuan hot pot, Mongolian hot pot.Īs a classic Beijing dish to try, there are many places to try Peking Duck. Many Other Restaurant Options: Haidilao 海底捞 is a popular hot pot chain you can find all over the city, and chances are if you’re in a restaurant area like Ghost Street or near a mall you’ll find so many hot pot options. They have a menu with English and Chinese on it which made it easy to translate. This is a restaurant nearby my hutong apartment, so it’s very convenient for me to stop by. Restaurant 1: Jingge Chongqing Hot Pot 井格重庆火锅(北新桥店) There are many dumpling options, including traditional pork/vegetable boiled dumplings, as well as some interesting “Western” flavors like chicken and cheese and chocolate and apple. There are many locations, but the most popular one with a great outside ambiance is in the hutongs by the Bell and Drum towers. If you walk down Ghost Street you’ll find many other restaurants like hot pot, Chinese barbeque, and other traditional restaurants where you can order many dishes to share.ĭumplings are a must-try in China! One of my favorite dumpling restaurants is Mr. Ghost Street is a popular street in Beijing stretching between Dongzhimen and Beixinqiao metro stations and is called Ghost Street because during the day it is empty and at night comes alive. One of the most popular dishes to order is the spicy crawfish – grabs some friends, order some pijiu (beer), and enjoy the ambiance. There are several chains of this restaurant on this street, all offering a casual Chinese dining experience at a traditional round table where you order many dishes to share. Huda Restaurant (胡大) on Ghost Streetįor a classic Beijing restaurant experience, visit Huda on Ghost Street. When my sister visited we went to one of my favorite dumpling restaurants (listed below!) 1. If you’re looking for expensive restaurants and fine dining you’ll probably want to look elsewhere, but if you’re looking for a local expat’s perspective, I’m your girl 😉 10 of My Favorite Chinese Restaurants in Beijing:
Note: These are not 5 star fancy restaurants, but rather local restaurants where you’ll find amazing food for very affordable prices. Now, I’m no Chinese food connoisseur, but I am a huge fan of Chinese food! I have lived in China for 4.5 years and have been in Beijing for almost two years, so I have had lots of time to sample and explore many of the local restaurants and various cuisines here.īeijing is a big city though, so it can be hard to choose where to go! If you’re wondering what food to try in Beijing or where the best restaurants are, check these out. Whenever someone visits Beijing, they often ask me for restaurant recommendations and where to eat. Not only is there local Beijing cuisine to try, but there are also restaurants featuring dishes from provinces all over China: Sichuan, Yunnan, Hunan. As the capital city of China, Beijing offers a huge variety of food options.
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