Laociqikou Restaurant (Tiantan Branch)
北京菜 · ⭐ 3.6
No. 71-5, Tiantan Road
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Beijing, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at No. 71-5, Tiantan Road. It is a 北京菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Beijing Flavors, Beijing-style Stir-Fried Roasted Lamb, Crispy Fried Meatballs.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Beijing
- Category: 北京菜
- Rating: 3.6
- Address: No. 71-5, Tiantan Road
- Popular dishes: Beijing Flavors, Beijing-style Stir-Fried Roasted Lamb, Crispy Fried Meatballs, Dry-burned Yellow Croaker, Roast Duck
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Dishes
Beijing FlavorsBeijing-style dish made with pork, scallions, soy sauce, and cooking wine, prepared by stir-frying or braising, commonly found in Beijing home cooking.
Beijing-style Stir-Fried Roasted LambBeijing-style stir-fried and grilled lamb is made from fresh lamb slices marinated with seasonings, then stir-fried or grilled. Commonly paired with onions and green peppers, it's seasoned and cooked until tender with a rich aroma.
Crispy Fried MeatballsDry-fried meatballs is a traditional Chinese dish made primarily from minced pork, seasoned with葱姜末 (scallion and ginger paste) and other spices. The preparation involves mixing the minced pork with seasonings, shaping it into small balls, and then deep-frying them in hot oil until golden and crispy.
Dry-burned Yellow CroakerDry-burned large yellow croaker is made with large yellow croaker as the main ingredient, marinated and then dry-burned with seasonings such as scallions, ginger, and garlic. The fish meat is tender, the sauce rich and flavorful, and it presents a golden, appetizing color.
Roast DuckRoast duck is one of the特色 dishes of Beijing, made from high-quality meat ducks using a hanging oven roasting method. The finished product has a reddish-gold color, tender meat, and rich flavor.
Premium MaoxuewangPremium Maoxuewang is a specialty dish from Chongqing, primarily made with duck blood, beef tripe, and mung bean sprouts. Through careful cooking, the ingredients blend perfectly in a spicy and numbing broth, creating a rich and layered flavor experience.
Old Beijing Fried EggplantOld Beijing fried eggplant is a Chinese dish featuring eggplant as the main ingredient. Sliced eggplant is deep-fried or pan-fried, then stir-fried with garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar to absorb the savory sauce. Proper heat control ensures a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Soybean JuiceBean juice is a traditional beverage made from mung beans through processes such as soaking, grinding, boiling, and fermentation. It has a gray-green color, an acidic and astringent taste, and a unique fermented aroma, making it a distinctive traditional snack of old Beijing.
Crispy Shrimp PastryCrispy shrimp is a dish featuring fresh shrimp as the main ingredient, wrapped in a crispy pastry. To prepare it, remove the shells from the shrimp while leaving the tails intact, marinate them with seasoning, then coat them in a batter made from flour, eggs, and oil, and deep-fry until golden and crunchy.
Fish Head with FlatbreadFish head with flatbread is a delicacy made from fresh fish head, paired with烙饼 (flatbread), scallions, ginger, and garlic, carefully prepared. The fish head is stewed until tender and flavorful, with a rich broth. The flatbread absorbs the savory broth, making it even more delicious.