Morels Restaurant, Beijing, China

In a sea of Chinese restaurants, one of the best restaurants in Beijing is a French-Belgian jewel known as Morel's Restaurant (Molaolongxi Xicanting) which is run meticulously by Belgian Renaat Morel, arguably one of the best European chefs in Beijing, if not all of China.

Morel's, in the Chaoyang District, is a charming restaurant where food connoisseurs will find comfort in a casual, cozy atmosphere combined with exquisite French cuisine matched with impeccable service. Although it is a French restaurant, many of the dishes have Belgian influences or touches, and some of the dishes are traditional Belgian dishes altogether. These include Flemish Beer Beef Stew, Pigeon in Aspic and Dark Cherry Sauce, and Osterade-style Fillet.

To pair with these fine Belgian dishes, you may select from a wide array of Belgian beers including Orval, Westmalle, Chimay, Rochefort, Achel, Rodenbach, and Goulden Carolus. An impressive wine menu is also available.

Morel's is a restaurant of high standards to raise above the rest to be recognized as one of the best restaurants in Beijing.