Greek Delicacy
Best Value Greek Food Award
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Non-smoking section: No
English-language menu: Yes
Kid-friendly food: If they like meat, pita bread and salad, finding a suitable meal should not be a problem.
Three healthiest items for kids: The Caesar Salad, Crete Land Salad and the soup of the day are the healthiest, but not the most adventurous.
Kid-friendly staff: Fairly friendly, but the staff don’t speak English.
Bathroom: Public bathrooms, therefore, no sit-down toilets or changing tables. Also, cleanliness is dependant on whether the bathrooms have been cleaned that day.
Kids’ play area: No play area in the restaurant as such, but the constant ringing and firing noises from the nearby amusement arcade may attract your child’s attention.
Seating: No outdoor seating, but the restaurant is furnished with leather booths and basic tables. Highchairs are also available.
Average price: RMB 150
Parking: Car parking can be found beneath the U-Center.
Credit card: Yes
Atmosphere: The restaurant reminded me of McDonald’s, but with table service.
Must-order item: Assortment plate for one person (includes meat, pita bread, fries and a side of salad).
In a nutshell: Fresh Greek food at affordable prices. Greek Delicacy is not known for its hospitality or its ability to impress, but the well-seasoned meat and tzatziki are two reasons why you should give it a chance. NF
Daily 10am-11pm. 5/F, U-Centre, Wudaokou, Haidian District (6266 6100) 海淀区五道口购物中心5层 See Directory under Mediterranean for more locations.
The Bridge
Best Place to Chill
Cuisine: Cafe
English-language menu: Yes
Kid-friendly food: Marguerite panini, pepperoni pizza, bolognaise pasta
Three healthiest items for kids: Chicken Caesar Salad, the gnocchi gratin with bolognaise and the bolognaise pasta
Kid-friendly staff: The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, but their English skills are lacking.
Bathroom: The cleanliness of the restaurant is mirrored in the bathroom. Equipped with sit-down toilets, tissues, hand wash, a fresh smell and paper towels – as far as Chinese bathrooms go, these are pretty good.
Kids’ play area: None, but there’s plenty of chalk for the blackboard inside.
Seating: The Bridge boasts a beautiful roof terrace – perfect for the summer months. The restaurant is furnished with comfortable couches, armchairs and stools. Highchairs are available upon request.
Average price: RMB 170
Credit card: Yes
Atmosphere: The Bridge oozes coziness: soft lighting, a distant tinkle of music and relaxing couches.
Must-order item: The Bridge’s Cheesecake (RMB 22) is some of the best in Beijing.
In a nutshell: Surrounded by tasteful art and vibrant colors, you’ll feel at home in The Bridge. Perfect for a hot chocolate and a fresh bowl of pasta. Do not forget about the cheesecake! NF
Daily 24hrs. Rm 8, Bldg 12, Huaqing Jiayuan, Chengfu Lu (west of Wudaokou subway station), Haidian District (8286 7026)海淀区成府路五道口华清嘉园12号楼8号(五道口城铁站西边)