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TRB Forbidden City

) #13 of 12,182 Restaurants in Beijing ££££ European, , Vegan Options
No.95 Donghuamen Main Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006, China
+86 10 6401 6676
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Overview
  • Excellent79%
  • Very good16%
  • Average3%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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“brunch” (9 reviews)
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CUISINES
European, Contemporary, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
PRICE
££££
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Service
Food
Value
LOCATION
No.95 Donghuamen Main Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006, China
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Reviewed 26 May 2017 via mobile

TRB now has 2 sites, renamed TRB Hutong and, at the former TRB Bites site, TRB Forbidden City. This is an amazing turn-around for the latter. TRB FC is terrific -- quiet ambience, nicely decorated, excellent service and superb food. The "make your own course...More

Thank MJF8456
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of business development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 31 May 2017

Dear MJF8456, It was a great pleasure to have you with us in TRB Forbidden City recently! thank you for all your kind words towards us and the entire experience it is always with pleasure to hear we created a memorable experience to our guests....More

Reviewed 23 May 2017

A group of 6 went for dinner and all had a 4-course tasting menu with wine pairings. We loved the flexibility this option gave us allowing each to choose their preferred courses. The lamb and wagyu beef were both sensational. The wines paired with each...More

Thank stevenmQ564LV
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 23 May 2017

Dear stevenmQ564LV, Greetings from TRB Forbidden City! It has been a great pleasure to had you with us during your recent dining experience. It is with much joy to read that we made it a memorable evening with amazing food and great wine pairings, more...More

Reviewed 15 May 2017

Stephen, Silvia and Lily teamed up to make our dinner at TRB Forbidden City a delight starting with their splendid flair and presentation of wonder after wonder of little jewels of gustatory magic that arrived plated to our amazement and entertainment. Dish after magnificent dish...More

1  Thank mlptvinvinowine
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 17 May 2017

Dear mlptvinvinowine, What a great pleasure to read your detailed review after your recent visit to TRB Forbidden City, especially Stephen, Lily and Silvia are thrilled to learn that you enjoyed every single moment with us, and you had a memorable experience with us. Also...More

Reviewed 7 May 2017

Went on a private tour of the Forbidden City that included lunch at the Royal Ice House. I was extreamly upset when starting our tour I was informed that the Royal Ice House was closed for renovations. I made and my displeasure about this very...More

Thank Greg J
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 10 May 2017

Dear Greg J, Thank you very much for leaving us such a great review after your recent visit to TRB Forbidden City, your valuable time what you have taken has been much appreciated. It has been a great pleasure to had you with us during...More

Reviewed 3 May 2017

My wife booked for my birthday. We were given the best table in the house. The staff were so wonderful and friendly and the dishes were brilliant. Such a great bunch of people. Could not have been nicer! Highly recommended.More

Thank Doug D
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 3 May 2017

Dear Doug D, Greetings from TRB Forbidden City! It has been a great pleasure to had you with us and thank you for giving us the opportunity to celebrate with you your birthday with us in TRB Forbidden City. Im delighted to learn you had...More

Reviewed 2 May 2017

We booked TRB to celebrate our student son's birthday. The tasting menu and miss-en-place were exquisite but best of all was the attentive service which was unforgettable. All our needs were attended to almost before the thought arose all the while in a charming manner...More

Thank Tuula K
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 3 May 2017

Dear Tuula K, Happy Belated Birthday for your Son and thank you for giving TRB Forbidden City the opportunity to host you for this special occasion. It was a great pleasure to had you with us and I do much appreciated the time what you...More

Reviewed 27 April 2017

Dined there many times, it was right on the corner of Donghuamen and Bei chi zi st! At night it illuminates up by the light. Then you can see the Donghuamen also illuminate it! Food wise, you can have different tastes in the stir-fried, hot...More

Thank Laxiaozi08200912
Reviewed 27 April 2017

Went in for lunch with my wife and two year old daughter. I thought the place might be too pretentious for a young child, but the whole staff went above and beyond, bringing her course after course of free food to keep her entertained while...More

Thank JamesH915
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 29 April 2017

Dear James H, Warm greetings from TRB Forbidden City, and what a great pleasure to read your 5 star review what you have shared here on TripAdvisor. It has been our utmost pleasure to had you with us for your lunch, and I am delighted...More

Reviewed 19 April 2017

TRB Forbidden City gave us too many surprises during the dining! Highly recommended, especially when you just finished the tour in Forbidden City, the restaurant is located right at the East Exit (Dong Hua Men). The fantastic and sweet service really made our day!More

Thank ritannie2017
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 22 April 2017

Dear ritannie2017, Thank you for your recent visit to TRB Forbidden City, and thank you for your time what you have taken to leave us your valuable comments and your kind words, much appreciated! we are all looking forward to see you again in the...More

Reviewed 17 April 2017

We went to trb based on several people's recommendations, however the experience we had was probably not up to their normal standards and reputation. We waited over an hour and a half for our 8pm reservation in a hallway unequipped as a waiting area. We...More

Thank Kelly W
Temple Restaura... B, Evan Horsman, Director of Business Development at TRB Forbidden City, responded to this reviewResponded 18 April 2017

Dear Kelly W, Thank you for visiting TRB Forbidden City, and it is with regret to learn you had a long waiting time before you could start your experience, and that the food was not upon your expectations. I am very delighted to learn about...More

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We brought our 9 years old and she loved our lunch there. Food is a bit for adult taste, but we managed quite well.
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
Average prices
US$9 - US$18
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
Restaurant features
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Private Dining, Valet Parking, Digital Payments
Good for
Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, View, Child-friendly
Open Hours
Sunday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 15:00
Monday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 14:30
Tuesday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 14:30
Wednesday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 14:30
Thursday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 14:30
Friday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 14:30
Saturday
17:30 - 22:00
11:30 - 15:00
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: No.95 Donghuamen Main Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100006, China
  • Location: Asia  >  China  >  Beijing
  • Phone Number: +86 10 6401 6676
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Description
Described as one of Beijing's most iconic locations with stunning views of the Forbidden City,the venue has long captivated to emotions of its guests. Located in a building alongside the former Imperial palace's eastern moat, the place has been transformed to create a two-storey experience that is unmistakably Beijing.

While the menu has French cuisine in its DNA, the Modern European approach with inventive and harmonious adaptations to local ingredients is what we aim to deliver and hope to be remembered for

Lunch and Dinner served from Monday till Sunday, with Brunch on week-end.
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