a food junkie's restaurant reviews

Beijing, China: Lao Beijing Zha Jiang Mian | July 15, 2009

I call it Dan Dan mien, I guess it’s always called Zha Jiang Mian.  Either way, if you haven’t had this dish, you’re in for a treat.  Imagine soft think noodles with a dark sweet sauce with minced pork (I try and swap it with minced chicken).  It is a true and authentic Chinese dish. 

Now this place, Lao Beijing Zha Jiang Mian is CRAZY (as an understatement).  During its busy hours, you find employees running around practically throwing the dishes in front of you – because obviously they have no time nor patience to deal with you. lol.  However, if you want the crazy restaurant busy experience, this is one place you cannot miss.  

In addition to the Zha Jiang Mian, you should also order the banana fritters for dessert.  This hot (temperature-wise) bananas are deep fried and covered with hot toffee.  On certain occasions I have managed to burn my mouth with the sheer excitement of eating this dessert. 

Go to http://www.savourasia.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=215&Itemid=201 for more information (it’s the 2nd write-up).  mmmm. delicousness.