Xinjiekou-新街口

Fuhuazhai Chinese Pastry Shop, or Fuhuazhai bobo restaurant, was founded by Wang Xifu, the grandson of an imperial Qing dynasty chef. Following his retirement, Wang tracked down a number of ancestral recipes and recreated the classic flavors of pastries once eaten by royals in the palace.

The first Mainland-Taiwan joint hospital registered in Beijing, BAODAO Healthcare combines four components – research, healthcare, education and clinical assessment – into its services, which include obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, infertility, assisted re-productive and a maternity center. Inpatient and outpatient, surgery and ICU are available, along with a 24-hour telephone service.

Prices: RMB 30/person (Mon-Thu), RMB 40/person (Fri-Sun).

Prices: RMB 25/person (Mon-Thu); RMB 39/person (Fri-Sun). Play board games in a siheyuan that's been renovated to look like a rec room.

The open courtyard environment is relaxing and the dishes exquisite, with specialties like ostrich vermicelli and sauteed venison with scallion and pepper.

A restaurant with a mix of Beijing and Yunnan cuisine. Try their crisp, garlicky Kunming potatoes.

One of the world's leading bicycle brands has set up a full-service flagship store in Beijing. Find first-rate mountain bikes, stylish accessories and even ergonomic bike seats. Cleaning and maintenance services are also available for a small fee.