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Old Beijing: Hutong Pizza
May 16th, 2007 | 
Author: Pizza in beijing! Can’t believe there’s a good tasting pizza in China. This place’s location is a bit of a maze because it’s located inside the old streets also called Hutong（胡åŒ). I appreciate the old-school feeling when I go to the place. The place is nice, small but still very comfy to hang around. There’s a mini garden where you can see oriental type of interiors.
Lesson from my first experience going there, look for a map not just address then call for a reservation. They actually close a bit early (before 12mn I think) so late night eaters beware, don’t go knocking at dawn!
The pizza are relatively unique because it’s not the usual round pie. I was actually amazed by their Mediterranean (Mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce, pepperoni, roasted aubergine, courgette, pesto, feta cheese, olives) pizza. You can also try the Parma or Roast Chicken. I also tried their appetizers (jacket potatoes) but wasn’t so amazed with it.
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Le Palais dessert madness
This is where I can’t get enough of desserts…a sweet escape from the usual food I see in Beijing!
I was amazed by it’s simplicity of ambiance and good service. Every purchase of a delightful sweetness, we got free coffee or tea! They also offer Friday buffet special (50rmb), eat all you can desserts and if you are a group of 5 or more, you get free wine!
This is the must-try (Le Palais special)
one piece costs around 20-25rmb.
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Tokugawa japanese feast
One day, when my friends and I decided to be gluttons for a night, we went to a Japanese restaurant where they have ORDER ALL YOU CAN feast. Since we reserved early, we got to see the sets available for order. You can choose from A, B, C type (68, 78, 98 rmb respectively if it’s still the same). The menu is very clear which you can order if you chose a cheaper set. We wanted to try everything but we only chose the ones we think is worth our money! At first, the service is quite slow but as the orders came in, we filled our stomachs with as much as we could stuff in.
The salmon seems fresh but the downside of this kind of buffet, no desserts! In the end, I was sick of sashimi (ok, just for the night) but I get to finish another round of sukiyaki! Yummy!
Bellagio
If you’re into Taiwanese food, this restaurant is a must try! Great ambiance, good service, and especially cool desserts! Bellagio was voted “best late night dining” in 2006 Reader Restaurant Awards, this is worth trying! Similar to its sister restaurant La Paleta, the service personnel sport a boyish clean type haircut (mostly women) which I think is their signature look.
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Din Tai Fung
If you’re looking for the best Xia Long Pao in Beijing, you need to try this restaurant!
For those not familiar with Xiao Long Pao — it’s like dumpling but inside the wrap is a burst of succulent sauce. A must try, it has been made famous by Shanghai cuisine. The restaurant actually looks quite nice! The posh atmosphere coupled with high class service will make your experience worth the while although your pocket will become lighter. But you won’t regret eating here!
Isshin Japanese Restaurant
Isshin Restaurant is one of the famous Japanese restaurants in Beijing. They have reasonably priced variety of Japanese cuisine, ambiance is quite cozy and mellow. We sat in the traditional Japanese style (took off our shoes and sat on the elevated floor).
You can visit either the branch in Xueyuan Lu,Haidan District (across East gate of BLCU) or in 35 Chengfu Lu north of the traffic light next to Wudaokou subway station Haidan District.