When it comes to understanding Beijing food, it helps to be a Beijinger. We cannot overstate this. There have been a few instances in which we’ve discovered a ‘new’ restaurant, and reviewed it as such, only to learn later that it’s had locations in Fengtai, Xicheng or Haidian all along. So goes the expat world – we think we know everything, but really we just know Sanlitun, our favorite hutongs and where the best free-flow champers deals are.
So, Sheng Yong Xing isn’t new. But it is new to those downtown. The Peking duck restaurant quietly debuted its first joint within the Third Ring Road earlier this summer. And while, sure, maybe you already knew about it in Haidian – we’re willing to bet you didn’t. Where are you reading this magazine anyway, Moka Bros?
If you don’t know it already, then you should: Sheng Yong Xing is among the very best Peking duck restaurants in the city. Yep, right there alongside Siji Minfu and Da Dong – we stand by this. Go on, fight us.
Sheng Yong Xing occupies a rare, beautiful space in duck world: It is neither too expensive, nor too cheap. A full duck here goes for RMB198, and it’s among the best in Beijing, which has the best Peking duck in the world… sh*t, did we just claim Sheng Yong Xing is the best duck in the world? Maybe that’s too bold.
But you can hardly blame us – Sheng Yong Xing’s got a lot going for it.
For one, its atmosphere is chic and classy while still feeling casual. Plus, it’s got all the side dishes you could possibly want – we love the crispy Zhejiang-style shrimp (RMB72) and the cabbage served in a tree trunk (RMB26). Stay away from the Western dishes – waiters will try to recommend a mediocre salmon salad – and you’re guaranteed a great meal.
We rarely consider going out for casual duck – we usually save it for when Mom’s visiting. But Shen Yong Xing has us re-thinking. Friday night plans, anyone?
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