Made in China

At Made in China, the hearty stewed Northeastern beast gets placated with a self-consciously designed dark wood and steel eatery; floor-to-ceiling shelves stocked with erguotou spirits and a stylishly exposed kitchen behind glass. But don’t be fooled by the hotel location. Here, the Beijing duck (RMB 238/whole duck, RMB 148/half, plus 15% service charge) is prepared with crisp, rich skin without a trace of hanging fat - the succulent meat goes well with the delicate, moist and paper-thin pancakes. This ritzy establishment also serves delicious pork and leek dumplings. Aside from duck, try the popular “beggar’s chicken.” The wine selection is excellent as well, with wine by the glass options (RMB 75 for a glass of 2008 Vina Esmerelda) and exclusive bottles on offer. Reservations are recommended at this perennial readers' favorite. Voted "Outstanding Chinese Restaurant of the Year" in the Beijinger's 2011 Reader Restaurant Awards.