When visiting Beijing one of the top experiences to try is eating Peking Duck – and have I got a recommendation for you!
Home Town Palace, located inside a Hutong courtyard nearby the south entrance of Nanluoguxiang, is famous for their Peking Duck, and also offers a wide range of Chinese tastes including Beijing, Canton, Sichuan and more.
I recently had a tasting at Home Town Palace and wanted to share some of the highlights. You can also view my video on Instagram below!
Address: 荷唐·殿 Home Town Palace 地安门东大街89号
荷唐·殿 地安门东大街89-1号(南锣鼓巷地铁站E西北口步行70米)
About Home Town Palace
A culinary tribute by Master Chef Jack Ouyang to his Chinese heritage, the restaurant features top quality ingredients using a blend of traditional methods with a contemporary interpretation.
The restaurant’s primary dining area is a spacious, open concept adorned with numerous tables, offering a refined setting for patrons to enjoy their meals. Beyond this expansive main dining room, the establishment boasts a second floor featuring cozy gallery seating, as well as private dining rooms exuding an air of luxury for those seeking added exclusivity.
For guests indulging in private dining experiences, bespoke menus tailored to their preferences are also available, further enhancing the sense of personalized hospitality.
Home Town Palace Peking Duck
On their tasty menu we were first of course treated to Peking Roast Duck. Adhering to the time-honored traditions of Beijing, these ducks are meticulously roasted within open ovens fueled by fragrant fruitwood, such as Chinese dates, imparting a delightful fruity aroma that enhances every bite.
Once the duck is ready, a chef gracefully carve the tender meat into exquisite slices. Each slice is then carefully arranged on a stone plate, its surface heated by the radiant warmth of salt.
The Peking duck pancakes are also thought carefully about. Often times as you eat the pancakes sitting at your table, gradually the pancakes loose their steamy lightness, becoming hardened.
To maintain their warmth and texture, they are delicately draped over a bowl of fragrant jasmine tea. This dual function not only keeps the pancakes hot and ready but also imparts a subtle floral aroma to enhance the dining experience.
Every diner gets their own platter of sauce, green spring onions, and cucumbers. This platter also uniquely features osthmanthus salt for dipping as well.
Other Menu Items at Home Town Palace
Peking duck is a treat unto itself, but there’s so much more on the menu to devour. We had Beijing rou bing, or meat pancake which was incredible with both a sour and spicy dipping sauce.
Here’s a menu listing of the dishes I tried:
- Spinach Roll, Sesame Mustard Sauce 菠菜卷, 芝麻芥末酱
- BBQ Honey Iberico Pork 蜜汁伊比利亚猪肉
- Sichuan Beef Jerky 川味牛肉干
- Madeira Beijing Roasted Duckling 麦德拉北京烤鸭
- Sweet Sour Pineapple Donuts Filled with 3 Treasure Pork 酸甜菠萝三宝肉甜甜圈
- Wok fried Prawns with Lotus Buds and Truffle 炒荷花糖心虾
- Imperial Style Pancake Filled with Shrimp, Spinach and Shiitake 帝王鲜虾菠菜香菇饼
- Golden Black Swan Durian Puffs 金黑天鹅榴莲酥
- Mango Pomelo Sago Cream 芒果柚子西米露
- Shanxi Spicy Belt Noodles with Braised Wagyu Beef 山西辣条面配烩和牛
Visit Home Town Palace in Beijing
Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Beijing on the hunt for the ultimate Peking duck experience or a seasoned local eager to rediscover the city’s culinary delights, this restaurant offers something special for everyone. From the mouthwatering aroma of roasting duck to the cozy intimacy of the private dining rooms, each moment promises a new adventure.
So, whether you’re a newbie or a Beijing pro, gather your friends, bring your appetite, and enjoy dining at Home Town Palace in Beijing.
