Hutongs are old alleys and narrow streets typically found in Beijing, China. The ancient Chinese built their houses with courtyards close to each other to form narrow passage ways between them. Many neighbourhoods and relationships were forged through these structural of hutongs as they become a pivotal part in the lives of the local Chinese people. Today, many hutongs have gradually disappeared to make way for modernisation in the vast city.
This Hutong restaurant seeks to retain the distinctive character and charm of such unique, diminished features in old Beijing. The 110-seat restaurant is evocatively decorated with bold red lanterns and Chinese silk drapes. While expensive, the food is well presented and hits the spot.