Just got back from dinner and the meal was good. The dishes were presented in a beautiful way, and the food was good, although sometimes a little bland. The waitstaff was very attentive. I am OK with what I paid for the meals, however the wine was extremely expensive. The wine list was exstensive, however I would think twice about... more

This is a nice place for a romantic dinner. The service was impeccable, and it had all the little touches we expect in an upscale restaurant: freshly baked baguette, amuse-bouches, attentive staff. That being said, it is very expensive for China, and while the food is good, it is forgettable. We have dined in many of New York's finest places,... more

Fantastic food and a warm staff. The location is amazing. more

Awesome location next to the Forbidden City. The food lives up to it and the art gallery downstairs is a nice extra touch. more

The Courtyard Restaurant is one of the most famous in Beijing. It has a well-deserved reputation for a great location and incredible ambience, located as it is just above the moat of the Forbidden City. We went to dinner there after dark, and the view of the Forbidden City wall lit up and glowing deep red was quite breathtaking. The... more