Da Dong is the modern Peking duck restaurant Beijing locals send international friends to. Founded by chef Dong Zhenxiang in 1985, it pioneered a leaner roasting technique that produces crackling skin without the heavy fat layer of older-style Quanjude duck. The dining rooms are stylish (this is Michelin Plate listed, not a traditional banquet hall), and the menu pairs duck with refined Chinese fusion dishes — sea cucumber, abalone, dim sum. A full duck is ~328 RMB and serves 3-4; service is in English. Reservations strongly recommended via the WeChat mini-program, especially weekends and dinner. The original Nanxincang location is built into a 600-year-old Ming dynasty grain warehouse — historical drama plus modern food. Other branches across the city (Tuanjiehu, Jinbao, etc.) offer the same menu but are less atmospheric.

Address

Floors 1-5, Nanxincang Business Building, 22 Dongsishitiao, Dongcheng District, Beijing

东城区东四十条22号南新仓商务大厦1-5层

Highlights

Full Duck Carving Service (片皮鸭)Carved tableside; ask for both crispy-skin only + meat slices
Ming Dynasty Grain WarehouseNanxincang location is in 600-year-old historic warehouse
Sea Cucumber & AbalonePremium fusion sides; this is a fine-dining duck place
WeChat Reservation RequiredWalk-ins rarely seated; book via 大董 WeChat mini-program
Michelin Plate (米其林)Listed; reliable for international guests