Mingyuan Restaurant

For decades, the authentic Beijingese hospitality and unpretentious vibe of this no-frills joint in an alley has been a hit with the locals. Similarly, the menu brims with Beijingese home-style classics at down-to-earth prices. Fried meatballs in sweet and sour sauce boast a crispy crust; old-Beijing zha jiang mian sports bouncy hand-rolled noodles in an aromatic meat sauce. Also try old-fashioned snacks like fried starch sausage or fermented mung bean milk.