“You come in please” a warm Beijing accented greeting welcomes us to HaiWanJu old Beijing Noodles with Soybean Paste. This isn’t just a meal. It is a step back into old Beijing ambience. HaiWanJu is a classic Beijing noodle shop. It offers a taste of old Beijing’s famous noodle dish with soybean paste.
Imagine wooden tables and pews. Ash bricks and green tiles create a simple eatery. Windows with caved flowers add elegant touches. The space is broad bright and full of old Beijing charm.
HaiWanJu offers nearly 100 kinds of snacks and homely dishes. Genuine soybean paste and cooking starch residue are among the choices. It is indeed a good place for tasting Beijing snacks. The restaurant’s decor and service transport you to another era. Waiters dressed in blue short gowns offer efficient service.
But what makes HaiWanJu truly special? It is the authentic Beijing-style soybean paste noodles also known as LAO BEIJING ZHAJIANGMIAN. This signature dish is a must-try.
The “DAHAIWAN ZHAJIANGMIAN” won’t be missed. Handmade noodles are topped with vegetables and a salty bean and pork sauce. This hearty traditional food can really fill you up. Consider adding Bean juice Fried ring bread Spicy tofu Tea soup Roast cake or Mustard pile. These additions complete the authentic experience at HaiWanJu.
Let’s talk about Zha Jiang Mian. This dish features minced pork and onion in a rich savory brown sauce. There is also a hint of sweetness. It’s tossed with noodles and served with crunchy cucumber. Zha Jiang Mian is a popular classic Beijing dish. Locals will always recommend this dish to you.
There are rules for how it’s served in Beijing. It is called Old Beijing Fried Sauce Noodles here. This is the most traditional way to prepare the dish. The dish is often served with sliced cucumber sliced red radish boiled bean sprouts and yellow soybeans. This creates a balanced and flavorful dish that is refreshing and has a good texture.
Legend says that during the Qing dynasty Empress Dowager Cixi discovered vegetarian zhajiangmian. She was retreating from Beijing. She loved it so much that she brought the chef back to the palace. This is how the vegetarian version spread to Beijing.
HaiWanJu embodies generous culture mixed with lively ambience. It is more than just a restaurant. It is a cultural experience. The average cost per person is around CNY 35. Haiwanju is open daily from 11am to 11pm. So step inside and savor the flavors of old Beijing.