
Old Beijing Dinner Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 384 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Old Beijing Dinner Tour worth booking?
Old Beijing Dinner Tour is a 3-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $58 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 384 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (384)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $58 per person
Beijing’s dinner time cuisine is so much more than the crowded tourist markets featuring bugs and mystery meat on sticks! Join this small group food tour as you explore delicious, traditional dishes shoulder-to-shoulder with Beijingers in a traditional Hutong neighborhood. You’ll meet your bilingual guide and small group at a convenient location, then head out to try traditional dishes that Chinese chefs have been perfecting for thousands of years.
What you get
About this experience
Beijing’s dinner time cuisine is so much more than the crowded tourist markets featuring bugs and mystery meat on sticks! Join this small group food tour as you explore delicious, traditional dishes shoulder-to-shoulder with Beijingers in a traditional Hutong neighborhood. You’ll meet your bilingual guide and small group at a convenient location, then head out to try traditional dishes that Chinese chefs have been perfecting for thousands of years.
What's included
Included
- Guide fee
- Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Beijing easy & fun
- Bottled water
- Soft drinks & local alcoholic beverages
- Dinner
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
UnTour Beijing Food Tours
Our walking culinary tours are designed to get visitors off the beaten path and into authentic local shops where they can eat shoulder to shoulder with locals. Since 2010, UnTour Food Tours has taken thousands of guests to our favorite mom-and-pop-owned shops. Beijing’s dinnertime cuisine is so much more than the crowded tourist markets featuring bugs and mystery meat on sticks! Instead, join our small group food tour and explore delicious, local dishes shoulder-to-shoulder with Beijingers in a traditional Hutong neighborhood. You’ll try authentic dishes that Chinese chefs have been perfecting for thousands of years, and learn about the history and culture of Beijing along the way.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Hutong Tour
Head deep into the hutongs with us as we explore some of the best food in the city. These wandering alleyways are bustling with local neighborhood life, and some of the best mom-and-pop shops are buried deep down the lanes.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Nuoyan Rice Wine Shop
Historians believe rice wine (mijiu) was first brewed by the Chinese in 1,000 BC. The rice wine method then spread from China to other parts of East Asia; in Japan it was made into sake, in Korea, cheongju and makkoli. We'll head to a modern, local boutique mijiu producer to try a six-cup sampler of their craft rice wine. The delightful flavors range from osmanthus to rose to the beguiling original flavor.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ghost Street (Gui Jie)
Meet your guide at the end of Guijie, or Ghost Street, and see why this is one of the most popular streets in the city to come to for snacks.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Beijing
Meeting Location: Beixinqiao Subway Station - Exit B. 北新桥地铁站-B东北口.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends near the intersection of Dongsi North St & Dongsi 10th Alley, near the Zhangzizhong Rd Metro (line 5). 东四北大街和东四十条路口.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- UnTour Food Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking advanced notice is required to be able to cater to any dietary restrictions.
- Standard group size is 8, but in some cases groups can be up to 12 people with a second guide
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 383 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
383 verified traveler reviews for Old Beijing Dinner Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Must-do experience with great guide!
My boyfriend and I had a fabulous time on this tour! Such an interesting way to spend an evening, especially because our guide was so entertaining and informative. I don't remember her name but she was a Beijing native and schoolteacher---incredible tourguide. One of the highlights of our trip. All the food was fantastic and neither of us got sick (very important to me, as I am rather enthusiastic about food safety). Highly recommend doing this early in your Beijing trip so that you can go back to all these places again and get more food, like we did :)
via Tripadvisor
A great way to experience Beijing hutong's hidden gems
I had a great time exploring the Beijing hutongs with Ruofan! She took us through the hutongs and made sure we were well taken care of at every stop. She also took the time to explain each dish we tried, which added a nice personal touch to the experience. The tour was a fun blend of delicious local eats and atmospheric spots, including a cozy stop for some rice wine. I also loved the pacing between savory and sweet. There’s really no better way to experience Beijing’s food and neighborhoods than this!
Response from the operator: Hi there, thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring the hutongs with Ruofan. It sounds like the rice wine and the balance between savory and sweet hit the spot. Thanks for joining us!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Had a great experience with Sian at the Old Beijing food tour. I was the only booking that day, and Sian carried out the full tour with an endless amount of enthusiasm. I enjoyed learning about the historical and culture significance of both the food and surrounding Hutongs. I also went back to the mijiu bar at the end of my trip to pick up some gifts for family and friends. I've done many food tours over the years, and this was the one I enjoyed the most. Thank you very much Sian. I would highly recommend the UnTour Old Beijing food tour with Sian!
Response from the operator: Hi Jay, thank you for the amazing review! We’re honored to hear this was your favorite among the many food tours you’ve taken. Thanks for spending the evening exploring Beijing’s food, history, and hutongs with Sian.
via Tripadvisor
A great evening in Beijing
Really good tour, especially the guiding from Xiaoyan! We had a great evening and enjoyed visiting some really cool spots. The tour is focused on Old Beijing and has some great spots in the Hutongs. Not all the stops were necessarily traditional Beijing dishes.
Response from the operator: Hi Ollie, thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re so glad you had a great evening exploring the hutongs with Xiaoyan and enjoyed the spots along the way. We appreciate the feedback on the selection of dishes as well. Thanks for joining us!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience!!!
I am very well traveled (over 30 countries) and have done food tours and cooking classes all over the world so I’ve encountered quite a range of good to not so great experiences while “chasing food” and I would say that this food tour ranks among the most enjoyable and well put together food experiences across any that I can remember in the last 25 years - delightfully unpredictable or unpredictably delightful would be my caption. We spent the evening with Jesus and not only was he engaging and quite fun conversationally, he had put together very unique and unexpected approach to a culinary walk in Beijing and it far exceeded all expectations and I just can’t recommend him and UnTour strongly enough. I now can’t wait to go back to Shanghai and see what awaits me there with UnTour.
Response from the operator: Hi Michael, thank you for the incredible review! It means a great deal to hear that this stands out among so many food experiences from your travels. We’re so glad you enjoyed the evening with Jesus and appreciated the unique approach to exploring Beijing through its food. We look forward to welcoming you to Shanghai someday!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $58 to $75
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 134
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by UnTour Food Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.7.
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Old Beijing Dinner Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Old Beijing Dinner Tour cost?
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Prices start at $58 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Old Beijing Dinner Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Old Beijing Dinner Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 384 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Old Beijing Dinner Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Around 134 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Old Beijing Dinner Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Included: Guide fee; Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so m; Bottled water; Soft drinks & local alcoholic beverages; and Dinner. Not included: Gratuities; and Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Meeting Location: Beixinqiao Subway Station - Exit B. 北新桥地铁站-B东北口. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Old Beijing Dinner Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Old Beijing Dinner Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Old Beijing Dinner Tour if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Old Beijing Dinner Tour?
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Across 384 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
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