What to order at Dongsi Minfang (Chaoyangmen)

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Half a roast duck, stewed hairtail, fish head with flatbread and fried meatballs in sweet and sour sauce.
Editor tip
Ctrip lists tables for eight to ten and sofa seating, so groups should reserve; the room is on the 2025 Dianping Bichibang list.
CuisineNorthern Chinese
Price¥¥
NeighborhoodDongsi
HoursDaily 10:30-22:00
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Location

Address: 79-2 Chaoyangmen Inner Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

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