Five Hot Dining Spots: Beijing Foodies Give Their Picks

Looking to change up your dining routine? Recently, a group of active local Beijing foodies, made up of more than 1,500 WeChat members and 150,000 Weibo followers, shared their top 20 dining spots in the city. We've selected a few of them to get you started, with the most affordable listed first. When you're done taste testing, don't forget to come back and share your thoughts below.

Bean House 豆号
This Chinese chain features healthy drinks and soft serve that share the same ingredient: the bean. The Bean House promises their desserts contain no trans-fatty acids, preservatives or artificial coloring. Popular picks include soybean ice cream (RMB 5) and green tea ice cream (RMB 20). You can check out their full list of products on their website.

Average price per person: RMB 9
Daily 10am-10pm. Basement of Landgent Center, 20 Dongsanhuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District (6771 6839) 北京东三环中路20号乐成购物中心B1楼 (双井桥东北侧)

Marugame Seimen 丸龟制面
This favored Japanese udon chain has more than 600 locations in Japan, but wasn't in Beijing until around this time last year. Their fresh-made noodles in creamy broth are prepared in an open kitchen and were well received by our reviewer when the restaurant opened. Be prepared for lunch time crowds, though, as the small restauarant often has diners waiting for a table.

Average price per person: RMB 33
Daily 10am-10pm. 1/F (next to Paris Baguette), Huapu Bldg, 19 Chaoyangmenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District （6580 2191）朝阳区朝外大街19号华普国际大厦10

Du Hsiao Yueh 度小月
For those of you who just can't get enough of hot noodles in cold weather, you won't want to skip Du Hsiao Yueh, a household name in Taiwan for its danzaimian (peddler's noodles). The danzaimian (RMB 18) is served in snack-sized portions, in keeping with its traditional street food form. Check out our detailed review for additional dish recommendations.

Average price per person: RMB 60
Daily 11.30am-2pm, 5-7.30pm. B2/F, Parkview Green, 9 Dongdaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (8563 1105) 朝阳区东大桥路9号芳草地地下2层

Suzuki Kitchen 铃木食堂
Lovers of rabbits will embrace the decor in this low-key Japanese restaurant. Bunny knick knacks cover the shelves and counters, but it's the home-style food and cozy atmosphere that makes Suzuki Kitchen worth a visit. Popular dishes include curry chicken rice (RMB 25), beef hot pot (RMB 38) and Suzuki salad (RMB 30). Make sure to call ahead for dinner reservations.

Average price per person: RMB 62
Closed Monday, open 11.30am-3pm, 5.30-10pm from Tuesday to Sunday. 77 Xiaojuer Hutong (off Nanluoguxiang), Dongcheng district (6409 3390) 东城区小菊儿胡同77号

Buli Buli Xinjiang Restaurant 布力布力
Buli Buli is one of very few authentic Xinjiang Restaurants located in a mall, staking its spot in We-Life Plaza. They make their naan fresh on site, so be sure to get some as a side order alongside favorite dishes like Big Plate Chicken (RMB 58).

Average price per person: RMB 70
Daily 10am – 10pm. 6/F of We-Life Plaza, 73 North 4th Ring Road, Chaoyang District (8722 0006) 朝阳区北四环东路73号远洋未来广场6楼

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