Mercante is tucked away on Fangzhuanchang Hutong and can be a bit difficult to find. But once you do, you will realize it was worth it. This tiny Italian eatery is among the best in town for their authentic home style fare. Their menu comprises of delicious handmade pastas, Italian cured meats and desserts. Fresh and delightful, their dishes are packed with flavor and will bring a smile to your face. Complement your meal with curated wines or beers from Italy.
Helmed by the talented chef Stefano Balduccio, Fratelli Fresh offers its guests a taste of authentic Italian cuisine and hospitality. Housed within the Renaissance Beijing Capital Hotel, this restaurant boasts an elegant decor and a casual warmth. Sample delectable pastas, fresh salads, traditional pizzas and decadent desserts from the menu, or let the chef dazzle you with a unique creation of his own. While the food is simply sublime, what truly makes Fratelli Fresh special is its chef. On any given day, chef Stefano can be seen mingling with his guests, charming them with his easy wit and generosity. Stop by Fratelli Fresh for a meal that is truly Italian.
Bringing fine Italian dining to the city of Beijing is the Bottega Restaurant. The place has created quite a name for itself in the market with their fabulous food. There are wood-fired pizzas with spectacular flavors and fresh ingredients, delicious seafood options, and more. Apart from serving come of the classic dishes of Italy, they are also known to put their unique spins onto it. Try their unique and deliciously flavorsome pizzas with toppings such as San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and Italian cured meats.
This small Italian bistro offers outstanding food and service at highly competitive prices. The interior is simple yet warmly decorated in earthy shades of red, orange and yellow. The waiters are attentive and speak good English, and the menu is also in English. The pizzas here are definitely among Beijing's finest and the pastas dishes are also excellent, particularly the Carbonara. Kids can make their very own mini-pizzas to be cooked by Annie's chef.