Beijing Hutong Restaurants Small-Group Food Walking Tour
Meet your guide and group of 12 or fewer at an easy-to-find meeting point. Then, set off on foot into the crooked alleys and courtyards of the city’s old hutongs—Beijing’s original residential districts. Absorb the historical atmosphere and, as you explore, learn about traditional daily life here, including local cuisine. Delve into the bustling lanes and enjoy four food stops to sample local specialties, heading off the beaten path to homes or small family restaurants that you wouldn’t find alone. At each stop, sample a local staple and learn how it’s been made in the same way for generations. Dishes may vary, but expect to savor noodles at a private home, grill meat on open flames, and wrap ingredients into freshly made Beijing wraps. Between tastings, chat with your guide over unlimited local beer, and finish with more beer—this time courtesy of a local brewery. Sample one of Beijing’s best craft beers at this hutong bar and enjoy a glass of your chosen brew. Your tour finishes in the area when your guide departs, leaving you with directions back to your hotel or tips on exploring further.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Beijing’s hutong alleys and try the foods that locals love
- ✓Visit family restaurants and homes you wouldn’t find alone
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓A must for foodies or anyone who enjoys Chinese cuisine
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your foodie journey at Shichahai metro station, where you'll meet your English-speaking guide 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.
- ✓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!
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Unlimited beer and sodas
- ✓4 food stops equivalent to dinner
- ✓Small-group tour (less than 12 people)
- ✓Local english speaking guide
- ✓A pint of locally brewed craft beer
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not gluten-free friendly
Signup and advance payment are required
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Beijing Hutong Restaurants Small-Group Food Walking Tour
Meet your guide and group of 12 or fewer at an easy-to-find meeting point. Then, set off on foot into the crooked alleys and courtyards of the city’s old hutongs—Beijing’s original residential districts. Absorb the historical atmosphere and, as you explore, learn about traditional daily life here, including local cuisine. Delve into the bustling lanes and enjoy four food stops to sample local specialties, heading off the beaten path to homes or small family restaurants that you wouldn’t find alone. At each stop, sample a local staple and learn how it’s been made in the same way for generations. Dishes may vary, but expect to savor noodles at a private home, grill meat on open flames, and wrap ingredients into freshly made Beijing wraps. Between tastings, chat with your guide over unlimited local beer, and finish with more beer—this time courtesy of a local brewery. Sample one of Beijing’s best craft beers at this hutong bar and enjoy a glass of your chosen brew. Your tour finishes in the area when your guide departs, leaving you with directions back to your hotel or tips on exploring further.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Beijing’s hutong alleys and try the foods that locals love
- ✓Visit family restaurants and homes you wouldn’t find alone
- ✓Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour
- ✓A must for foodies or anyone who enjoys Chinese cuisine
What you'll see & do
- ✓Begin your foodie journey at Shichahai metro station, where you'll meet your English-speaking guide 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.
- ✓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!
- ✓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.
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓Unlimited beer and sodas
- ✓4 food stops equivalent to dinner
- ✓Small-group tour (less than 12 people)
- ✓Local english speaking guide
- ✓A pint of locally brewed craft beer
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not gluten-free friendly
Signup and advance payment are required
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.