Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Beijing locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Peking Duck? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Beijing.
Breakfast: Peking Duck is Beijing locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 王府井, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Peking Duck and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Peking Duck veteran near 三里屯, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 前门, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 王府井 old Peking Duck (20-year veteran); ② 三里屯 trendy Peking Duck (good ambiance); ③ 前门 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 故宫; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 长城; ⑥ 京剧胡同-themed restaurant; ⑦ Local breakfast joint; ⑧ Night market BBQ; ⑨ Dessert old shop; ⑩ Souvenir shop. Budget: a full day of eating ~200-400 RMB/person.