Tucked away in the hutongs near the Yonghegong Lama Temple subway station in Beijing’s Dongcheng District is a small restaurant even navigation apps struggle to locate.

This guide takes you deep into Beijing’s Beixinqiao area to explore its rich, authentic cuisine. Beixinqiao isn’t a specific bridge but an important subway station and regional hub in the Dongcheng District.

Hey, when traveling to Beijing, besides climbing the Great Wall and exploring the Forbidden City, what to eat is absolutely the most important part!