The To Try List: uh-huh Wine Bar, New Yakitori in JinShang + More
New restaurants, dining deals, drinks discounts, guest shifts, pop-ups, and more happenings on our to try list this week.
Fukumimi Beyond Opens in JinShang·Yuan
The team behind Beyond Yakitori has partnered up with Japanese restaurant group Kuuraku to open Fukumimi Beyond in JinShang·Yuan. Spearheaded by Chris Niu, the founder of Beyond Yakitori, this is Kuuraku’s first ever branch in China. The first yakitori Niu ever tried was at a Kuuraku branch in Vancouver, Canada, and he trained with the Beyond Yakitori team in Japan under the Kuuraku Group's Fukumimi brand. With these connections, it goes without saying partnering to open a restaurant has made one of Niu’s dreams a reality.
Fukumimi Beyond brings Ginza to Beijing with bar style seating facing the open kitchen and smaller, more private booths tucked away on the right side all completed by cries of “Irasshaimase! いらっしゃいませ!” (Welcome to the business!) greeting you as you enter.
At the heart of Fukumimi Beyond is, of course, the yakitori. A must try is their signature Fukumimi Yaki (RMB 25) that features chicken thigh wrapped with skin. They also have classics like Chicken Thigh with Green Onion (RMB 16), Chicken Oysters (RMB 20), Pork Belly (RMB 20) and Wagyu Ribeye (RMB 45).
Other dishes to watch out for are the famous Beyond Scotch Egg (RMB 38) and Toasted Mackerel (RMB 38), the latter of which is toasted in front of you at the table with a blow torch until the skin is perfectly crispy. They also have a selection of excellent small dishes like the Tako Wasabi (RMB 14 for small plate, RMB 28 for big plate) which is bursting with umami flavor and Miso Cheese (RMB 14/28).
Fukumimi Beyond
Room 108, JinSgYuan, 20, Xinyuan Lixi, Xindong Luhan
新东路新源里西20号金尚源大厦一层108
Hours: 6-10pm
Phone: 185-0044-9033
uh-huh Brings Wine and Cosy Vibes to the Hutongs
Opening up a little over a month ago and having celebrated their grand opening last week, uh-huh is, in their own words, “a chic, homely, and a bit funky wine bar and eatery”. They’re still in the experimental phase and currently have a trial menu which has a mix of Mediterranean, Indian, Inner Mongolian, and European dishes such as Hummus Mongolian Pastry (RMB 48), Smoked Bacon Grilled Chicken Linguini (RMB 58) and Beef Short Rib Biryani (RMB 288). They also have a selection of charcuterie and cheese if you fancy something smaller to nibble on.
As you’d expect from any wine bar worth its salt, they have a great wine selection with around eight wines available to buy by the glass, half bottle or whole bottle, and you're welcome to try before buying. There are also numerous other bottles available which can be selected from their walk-in wine cellar. They'll be having their first Latin Night tonight (Friday, Nov 24), so you can enjoy a bit of wine with some laid back tunes.
uh-huh
146 Jiaodaokounan Dajie 交道口南大街146号
Hours: 6.30pm-late, closed on Tue
Phone: 18515941500
New Coffee Stand The Grind Opens Up by The Local
Coffee addicts rejoice! There is a new spot for you to try in Salitun Courtyard No.4. Part of The Local’s recent major refurbishment , The Grind is now open and is cranking out coffee on the daily. Using beans roasted in Hefei and sent to Beijing, they serve up a range of espresso drinks like a Caffè Latte (RMB 35), Macchiato (RMB 35) or Flat White (RMB 35). They’re also currently experimenting with a snack menu of sweet treats to pair with your coffee.
The Grind
1/F, 101, Southeast of Zone E, Bldg 80, Courtyard No. 4, Gongti Beilu
工体北路4号院80号楼E区东南侧第一间101一层
Hours: 8.30am-4.30pm
Phone: 13261013374
Daily Takeaway Roasts and New Menu at Bistro 108
French restaurant Bistro 108 have launched a brand new menu which includes three takeaway roast options. The roasts are made for 4-6 people to share and you can choose from: Crispy Porchetta (RMB 498), Slow Cooked Lamb Leg (RMB 598) and Roast Chicken (RMB 358). Sets include sides like Roast Potatoes, Steamed Veg and one of Bistro 108’s signature Fresh Cooked Baguettes. The roasts are available everyday but need to be ordered 24 hours in advance.
Other updates on the menu see the French restaurant expand their Classic Mussel Pot (RMB 298) to five flavors: Normandy Cream, White Wine, Blue Cheese, Provencal Tomato and Sichuan Spicy. For those who are fans of their classic dishes like Confit Duck Leg (RMB 118) or Beef Bourguignon (RMB 178) don’t worry, because those fan favorites have been kept on the menu.
Bistro 108
104 Cao Chang Plaza, 19 Tianze Lu, Chaoyang District
朝阳区天泽路19号草场商业广场一层104室
Hours: 11.30am-midnight
Phone: 17310633488, 13623449934
New Restaurant Meili & Mad Extends 50 Percent Off Soft Opening Deal
Nordic-Asian fusion food spot Meili & Mad recently opened up in Sanyuanqiao’s Galleria Shopping Center. Part restaurant, bakery and deli it features a menu designed by Talib Hudda, the head chef and owner of Refer, and brings a number of exciting concepts to Beijing. When we visited we were big fans of the Miso Roasted Halibut (RMB 258), X.O. Blue Mussels (RMB 198) and Cinnamon Rolls (RMB 32 eat in, RMB 22 takeaway) the latter of which are some of the best in Beijing.
If you haven’t had the chance to try it yet then we have good news for you! Meili & Mad are extending their soft opening deal which sees 50 percent off their signature set for two making it RMB 283 instead of RMB 566. The set includes a snack, two appetizers, your choice of salad, your choice of two mains and a dessert. Among the dishes up for selection are the delicious Oh My Dog (RMB 88) hot dog, Sea Buckthorn and Miso Slow Cooked Pork Rib (RMB 188) and Confit Duck Leg (RMB 98). The deal has now been extended to Nov 30 so get it before it’s too late!
Meili & Mad
1st Floor, Galleria Shopping Center, 5 Shuguang Xili Jia, Chaoyang District
朝阳区曙光西里甲5号凤凰汇1层
Hours: 11.30am-2.30pm, 5.30-10pm
Phone: 010-64130688
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Images: courtesy of the venues, Uni You, Katie Coy
