Chinese cuisine is no doubt one of the most popular across the globe - and it is not surprising that you'll find the best Chinese food in China! A visit to Beijing is not complete without having sampled the local speciality, the crispy Beijing Duck, which is served with pancakes, spring onions and fermented bean paste. However, Beijing also has a lot of fabulous international restaurants - from Brazilian to Japanese cuisine plus American-style fast food.

1. Brian McKenna @ The Courtyard

This elegant restaurant offers great views of the Forbidden City. It specialises in fusion cuisine, combining Mediterranean and Asian flavours, and boasts a very comprehensive wine list.

Address: 95 Donghuamen Dajie, Beijing

2. Fangshan Restaurant

Set up more than 80 years ago by royal chefs, the Fangshan serves Chinese dishes such as Beijing Duck. It is based inside a grand mansion in a beautiful location alongside Lake Beihai.

Address: 1 Wenjing Jie, Beijing
Web: www.fangshanfanzhuang.com.cn

3. China Grill

China Grill serves international cuisine with the best products of meat, fish and seafood. Here you will find a great wine selection and 360 degree views of Beijing. The restaurant is located inside the hotel Park Hyatt Beijing.

Address: 2 Jianguomenwai Street, Beijing
Web:www.beijing.park.hyatt.com

4. Nobu Beijing

Nobu Beijing serves a new style Japanese Cuisine with South American flavor. Try their marvelous signature dishes or local specialties like rock shrimp tempura with cream spicy sauce or sashimi salad with matsuhisa dressing.

Address: 83 Jian Guo Road, Beijing
Web:www.noburestaurants.com

5. Yu Restaurant

If you want luxury this is the place to go to. Yu restaurant have seven designed private dining chambers and a tea bar served by a tea master as a complement to a delicious dinner.

Address: 83A Jian Guo Road, Beijing
Web:www.ritzcarlton.com

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