Mao Jia Restaurant 毛家饭店

If you’re a lover of Hunan (Xiang, 湘) cuisine or an unflinching Maoist, Mao Jia ought to please. The “Mao-style” hongshao rou (毛式红烧肉), so named because the stewed pork dish was famously Chairman Mao’s favorite feed, is a must-try. Alternatively, order the jiangshan yipianhong (steamed fish head with salted chilli) – a Hunan classic, though not always palatable to laowai tastes. The Mao busts and other decorative touches do their bit to maintain the revolutionary theme. Expect to spend a minimum of around RMB 100 per person for a decent meal. Happily, an English menu is available.