Dongsi and Dengshikou-东四灯市口

Q-Space is a grassroots community making space with a focus on promoting diversity. Q-Space works with women and the LGBTQ+ community to provide space and tools for people to engage in community projects. 

A fine contemporary Chinese culinary experience in the heart of Waldorf Astoria with a focus on bringing together eastern delicacies with the wide nuances found in many of today's most revered western wines.

The Courtyard Bistro recently opened its doors to Beijing food lovers. Located in the historical Shijian Hutong area, the bistro’s tranquil and peaceful setting provides an oasis of calm in the heart of China’s capital. The Courtyard Bistro serves Chinese cuisine that is inspired by the eight main culinary areas in China, with a special section of the menu dedicated to “Beijing Street Food,” promising an original dining experience. Come and sit at our cozy lounge with a real fire place and bar area to sip a cocktail or glass of wine.

A gold emblazoned restaurant with gold standard food to match. A largely continental menu supplies diners with opulent ingots of salmon, a signature styled salad remixed with duck to highlight the capital's importance, and a host of other decadent selections.

Entrust yourself to the kitchen and embrace an unwritten menu choice catering from prices RMB 380 and up. Though the dishes themselves are hidden, what is pronounced is the highly structured meticulousness found in the very best of Japanese cuisine.

A self-described "mecca for city escapists," THE FORT sits tucked away on a rooftop, deep into the Hutongs. This cafe/bar combines healthy eating, living, socializing, and everything in between to give you a break at any time of the day. Come here to enjoy its secluded rooftop and dinner, coffee, and drinks.

Originally named Yu Ying School, Beijing No. 25 Middle School was founded by the American Congregational Church in 1864. The Canadian-certified high school program at Beijing No. 25 Middle School was founded in 2005 as one of the earliest establishments approved by the Beijing Municipality. The Canadian curriculum is delivered entirely in English by Canadian-certified teachers. Graduates receive dual diplomas issued by both countries and can choose to enter universities in Canada, the US, or other English-speaking countries. No.

Cheese Home has a wide selection of cheesecakes, with new cakes added regularly. Now serving Rickshaw Roasters coffee (hot and iced), the cafe's other drinks include flavored teas, homemade sodas, fresh juices, and Belgian and German beers. They have a light menu with big bowl salads and “cheese rice,” or rice topped with sauce and cheese and baked to order. The cafe has three floors (including a rooftop deck) with lots of greenery, couches, and armchairs. Free Wi-Fi and ongoing discounts and promotions.

Swag Store strives to serve as a platform for local emerging designers. Right now they feature a tightly curated mix of urban and vintage-inspired fashion, made up mostly of Zé, Rfactory, Men and Tao.