Beijing Restaurants

The Source

The Source Review

The Source serves a set menu of Sichuan specialties, completely changing it every two weeks. The menu includes several appetizers, both hot and mild dishes, and a few surprise concoctions from the chef. On request, the kitchen will tone down the spiciness. The Source's location was once the backyard of a Qing Dynasty general regarded by the Qing court as "The Great Wall of China" for his military exploits. The grounds have been painstakingly restored; an upper level overlooks a small garden filled with pomegranate and date trees. The central yard's dining is serene and acoustically protected from the hustle and bustle outside.

    Contact Information

  • Address: 14 Banchang Hutong, Kuanjie, Dongcheng District, Beijing | Map It
  • Phone: 010/6400-3736
  • Location: Dongcheng District

    Restaurant Details

  • Reservations essential.
  • Credit cards accepted.

Member Reviews

  • OliverB, from Beijing
    2/27/08

    Everything was right at The Source. The decor is truly exceptional, and makes you feel priviliged. Service was very friendly, and understood English. The food was a treat, with every concoction tasting fresh and using good ingredients. Every dish felt new and interesting. a few points to correct: don't tone down the heat all the way, when we only asked for Less heat (bu tai La)/ toilets were freezing, but that's the rule in Hutongs, so no exception here.

    Ratings details: Food: 5 | Atmosphere: 5 | Service: 4 | Value: 4
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