All this month, we’ll be introducing 50 picks for some of the best family-friendly restaurants in Beijing. These reviews originally appeared in the January/February 2013 issue of beijingkids (see end of post).
Bubbly Sunday Brunch at Senses, Westin Beijing Financial Street 味餐厅,北京金融街威斯汀大酒店
Type of cuisine: Buffet, brunch
English menu? No a la carte menu; only buffet style
General kid-friendliness of menu: Many child-friendly options, such as fruit, bread, cheeses, pastries, and more
Best dishes for adults: Seafood station, roast meat station, cheese board
Kids’ menu? No, but plenty of kid-friendly options
Best dishes for kids: Fresh pasta, fruit selection, pastry selection, ice cream, a chocolate fountain
Kids play area? Yes, complete with a ball pit, slide, trampoline, and sweet treats; supervised by staff
Play areas nearby: Yuyuantan Park
Kid-friendly staff? Yes, English-speaking and attentive
Bathroom: Clean, sit-down, and has changing tables
Seating: Chairs and booths; highchairs available
Price: RMB 428 (with free-flow alcohol) for adults, RMB 398 (with soft drinks) for adults, half price for kids ages 6-12, free for age 6 and under
Credit card accepted? Yes, both Chinese and foreign
Parking? Yes, free
Must-order item: Any of the seafood options (salmon, oysters, lobster)
In a nutshell: This hotel restaurant serves excellent food in a warm, friendly atmosphere. The self-serve buffet is sure to please all ages, from adults to children.
Also try: Barolo at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing Financial Street, Bubbalicious Brunch at Westin Beijing Chaoyang, Bene at Sheraton Beijing Dongcheng
photo courtesy of westin beijing chaoyang