Beijing: Hidden Gems Guided Food Tour with Beer and Tastings

Begin your foodie journey at Shichahai metro station, where you'll meet your English-speaking guide and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure. Wander through 1.5 miles (2.5km) of Beijing's historic hutong alleyways, soaking in the city's past while taking delightful breaks to savor local bites. Enjoy Beijing Hotpot & Craft Beer with a View This hidden gem offers rooftop views of Beijing’s historic bell tower and serves local hotpot in traditional copper pots and filled with a clear broth that highlights the quality ingredients. Thin slices of mutton and beef are quickly cooked in the pot and then dipped in a sauce made with sesame paste…plus grab a pint of local craft beer! Eat Noodles in a 100 year-old Hutong Courtyard Home When Beijingers want noodles, there’s only one dish we think about. In fact, we literally call it “Beijing Noodles” because all other noodle dishes are inferior. Visit the Yan family’s 100+ year old home, nestled deep inside a hutong courtyard, to try their made-from-scratch secret recipe. Explore Historic Hutong Alleyways Step into old-Beijing’s historic lanes for a unique glimpse into authentic local life. Dating back to the 12th century, these narrow passages were formed between rows of courtyard houses built by government officials and the wealthy. Find out what the name hutong means, and how they’ve evolved over time, while being guided through the maze of alleyways that spread in every direction from the Forbidden City. Try Beijing's Endangered Dish Ever been to a Muslim diner? This hutong eatery is frequented almost exclusively by neighborhood men who keep their bottles of baijiu alcohol behind the counter. The rare Beijing speciality they serve was known to be a favorite of Empress Cixi, and is one of the few places left in town that serve it. Celebrate Spring Festival Year-round Run by a husband-wife team, this hidden restaurant specializes in spring pancakes, a dish traditionally enjoyed with family during Chinese New Year to celebrate the arrival of spring and a good harvest. Made fresh to order, they are eaten like a burrito and symbolize family reunion and togetherness. Plus More Surprises! * This itinerary is subject to changes and adjustments based on daily vendor operations and availability, but it will always be awesome.