Ranking

The best places to eat in Beijing

An editorial ranking: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.

Places ranked: 99

Chao Shang Chao (Chaoyang)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Upon arrival at this upmarket restaurant, diners step into a hallway lined with steeply priced dried fish maws. With years of experience in Hong Kong and Shanghai, Chef Cheung reimagines Chaozhou classics with sophistication and finesse. Braised…

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Xinrongji (Xinyuan South Road)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Xin Rong Ji (新荣记) on Xinyuan South Road is the Beijing flagship of a well-known Taizhou (Zhejiang) cuisine group, holding Three MICHELIN Stars (“Exceptional cuisine”) in the MICHELIN Guide’s Beijing selection. The room reads “high-end Chinese, but…

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Lu Shang Lu

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

The speciality here is Shandong cooking, especially Confucius cuisine, sea cucumber and live seafood shipped daily from Jiaodong peninsula. The chef is from Yantai and knows the food from his home province inside out. Try his roast 45-day-old duck…

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Blackswan

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

On a swan theme, feather motifs and graceful arabesques abound in the spotless white room of this restaurant, set in an idyllic spot overlooking a pond where swans and koi swim. As for the food, French chef Vianney Massot champions a unique take on…

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Lamdre

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

A skylight in the pitched roof bathes the main room in natural light; the private rooms and balcony also feel cosy. An inquisitive soul by nature, veteran chef Dai spent time in Japan studying plant-based ingredients. His menu follows the seasons…

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No. 69 Fangzhuanchang Zhajiangmian

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fast Food Local

No. 69 Fangzhuanchang Zhajiangmian is a tiny, always-busy neighborhood noodle shop in Beijing that specializes in one thing: Beijing-style zhajiangmian (炸酱面)— chewy wheat noodles topped with a deep, savory soybean-paste pork sauce and a tray of…

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Sheng Yong Xing (Chaoyang)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

It’s all about the signature...

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Lu Style (Anding Road)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Instead of typical Shandong classics, the chef, who hails from the province, champions a menu starring seafood that is shipped from Weihai port daily. The crisp and tangy Laizhou Bay "penis fish" salad on a bed of ice plant tantalises the taste…

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Il Ristorante - Niko Romito

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

This dining concept by Milanese chef Niko Romito is the epitome of Italian luxe. Lit by Murano glass chandeliers and clad in marble, warm wood and leather, the high-ceilinged space overlooks a manicured garden. Classic recipes are given a subtle…

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Fu Chun Ju

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Designed by German architect Ole Scheeren, this dining room seamlessly blends pared-down modernism with hutong traditions. Imagine circular booths that create an array of semi-private spaces. The experienced head chef from Hong Kong showcases his…

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MO Jasmine

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

The dark green façade and warm grey room impart sophisticated taste. The jasmine centrepiece on each table exudes a pleasant scent and befits the restaurant’s name. On the menu, Beijingese melds with Shandong in refined masterpieces that look and…

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Mansion Cuisine by Jingyan

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

A remodelled, high-ceilinged...

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Furong

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Named after the provincial flower of Hunan, this brand is part of the Xin Rong Ji Group. It serves Hunanese classics such as steamed fish head with chopped chilli that packs a punch. Pork tripe soup with pickled radish cooked in a casserole over…

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Giada Garden

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

The Milanese fashion brand runs this elegant restaurant that exudes feminine sensibility. On the menu, Northern Italian classics are the main draw: think veal Milanese and Piedmontese beef brasato, as well as hand-made agnolotti and linguine. The…

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Jing

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

What this basement restaurant space lacks in views it more than makes up for with eclectic art and a chic bar. Chef William Mahi, who hails from the Basque Country, puts a new Basque spin on French classics. Novel creations such as 52-degree egg…

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The Beijing Kitchen (Jianguo Road)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

With over 40 years of experience, this owner-chef from Hong Kong samples what his team makes daily to keep improving the quality. He is justly proud of his crispy deep-fried squab – 30-day-old birds are basted three times to crisp the skin while…

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Lei Garden (Jinbao Tower)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

Lei Garden hails from Hong Kong...

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Gastro Esthetics DaDong

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Fine Dining

The Peking duck chain’s flagship in town got a makeover in 2021 and was re-branded as the chain’s most exclusive branch. The signature roast duck only uses 22-day-old birds, and is served with condiments like pancake, cucumber, scallion, minced…

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L. Bodhi (Guanghua Road)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

This branch of the chain restaurant serves three different nine-course vegan sets at various price points. Emphasising holistic well-being, both physical and emotional, the mindfully designed sets cover amuse-bouches, appetisers, hot mains, hot pot…

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Xin Rong Ji (Jinrong Street)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

This is the first Beijing branch of the Taizhou brand famous for super-fresh, top-notch seafood shipped from the East China Sea daily. Wild-caught yellow croaker is the mainstay of a menu that keeps pace with availability, however, brown croaker is…

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Tong He Ju (Yuetan South Street)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

Tong He Ju is a historic Shandong / old‑Peking eatery (founded 1822) celebrated by Michelin with a Bib Gourmand for solid, good‑value cooking. Reviewers praise its classic dishes and authentic atmosphere; bookings are handled directly and it sits…

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Tan

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

Nestled deep inside a warehouse-turned-cultural park, Tan is a sibling of The Bridge in Chengdu. The bright and airy room spans two levels, its cubic furniture accentuating the ceiling height and minimalist elegance. The Sichuanese kitchen team…

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Char (South Sanlitun Road)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Steakhouse

After passing through a red neon tunnel, diners are greeted by a copper cow sculpture that sets the scene for a beef-focused feast against panoramic views of the bustling Sanlitun area. Larger steak cuts for sharing, such as David Blackmore’s…

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Pang Mei Noodles (Xiang'er Hutong)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

In Beijing, this is the first outlet of the popular brand specialising in Chongqing-style noodles and snacks. The fiery beef noodle soup is the signature here – choose between two sizes and four levels of spiciness. Deep-fried pork with mint leaves…

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Ladychai

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · Casual Dining

The second-generation owner of this family-run shop still follows the original c. 1920 recipes. The establishment is packed at peak times, so expect to queue, serve yourself and share a table with strangers. Order the signature braised beef by the…

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The best places to eat in Beijing

Chao Shang Chao (Chaoyang)

Xinrongji (Xinyuan South Road)

Lu Shang Lu

Blackswan

Lamdre

No. 69 Fangzhuanchang Zhajiangmian

Sheng Yong Xing (Chaoyang)

Lu Style (Anding Road)

Il Ristorante - Niko Romito

Fu Chun Ju

MO Jasmine

Mansion Cuisine by Jingyan

Furong

Giada Garden

Jing

The Beijing Kitchen (Jianguo Road)

Lei Garden (Jinbao Tower)

Gastro Esthetics DaDong

L. Bodhi (Guanghua Road)

Xin Rong Ji (Jinrong Street)

Tong He Ju (Yuetan South Street)

Tan

Char (South Sanlitun Road)

Pang Mei Noodles (Xiang'er Hutong)

Ladychai

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