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Chili's will be opening a second location in Solana, Din Tai Fung is making its return to Beijing, a new cocktail bar called Side By Side is set to debut, and more is featured on our To Try List this week.
**Chili's to Open in Solana and Launches New Juice Series**
After launching its first Beijing location in Zhongguancun last December, Chili's is preparing to open its second branch in Solana. The opening is expected in May, and while specific details are limited, we anticipate they will offer their popular Tex-Mex dishes and beverages. Additionally, Chili's has introduced a fresh pressed juice series for spring, featuring four blends made entirely from fresh fruits and vegetables: The Hulk, Sunrise Glow, Vitamin C Rocket, and Berry Bliss (all priced at RMB 38). These new juices are currently available at their Zhongguancun location; more details can be found in the poster above.
Chili's Zhongguancun branch: 02, 2/F, East Area, Zhongguancun Art Park, Haidian District, Haidian District.
Hours: Sun-Thu, 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat, 11am-midnight.
Phone: 135 2123 8823.
**Din Tai Fung Returns to Beijing with New Kerry Center Location**
Fans of Din Tai Fung will be excited to hear that the restaurant has returned to the capital after leaving in 2024. The new location is situated in the basement of the Kerry Center and is currently in soft opening, serving lunch and dinner. While the menu has undergone some changes, crowd favorites like Pork Xiaolongbao (RMB 48 for six), various xiaolongbao, and Pork and Shrimp Shaomai (RMB 60 for six pieces) are still available.
Din Tai Fung: B/1, Kerry Center Beijing, Chaoyang District.
Soft opening hours: 11.30am-2pm; 5pm-8pm.
Phone: 157 1280 9535.
**New Cocktail Bar Side By Side Opens in Dongsi**
A new cocktail bar, Side By Side, will host its official opening party this Thursday (Mar 12). Located in Dongsi, SBS will be taking over the evening operations at CENCHI Coffee. A sibling to uh-huh and Tangled, SBS focuses on crafting cocktails that emphasize pairing flavors derived from a single ingredient, serving both experimental signature drinks and classic cocktails. More information about the new venue can be found here.
Side By Side: 114 Dongsi Nan Dajie, Dongcheng District.
Hours: 7.30pm-2am.
**Q Mex Launches Taco World Series**
Q Mex has unveiled a new Taco World Series, featuring fusion taco creations inspired by various countries every three to four weeks. The first edition showcases Korean Bulgogi Tacos (RMB 58 for two), which include Bulgogi beef, kimchi, spring onions, gochujang-spiced mayo, and sesame seeds. They also teased upcoming editions, including USA-inspired Smash Burger Tacos and Thai-flavored Red Curry Chicken Tacos, with more details in the poster above. Q MEX's Taco World Series will be available at all five locations, each with additional details in the poster below.
**Great Leap Introduces New Brunch Free Flow Deal**
Great Leap has launched a new free flow deal to complement their weekend brunch menu. Every Saturday and Sunday, from 11am to 4pm, guests can enjoy three hours of free flow on selected drinks for RMB 168. They have also added a new brunch item: Beef Shakshuka (RMB 68), which features poached eggs in a spicy beef tomato sauce, inspired by the classic North African and Middle Eastern dish. This brunch offer and free flow deal are available at all Great Leap locations, except the Doujiao Hutong branch; additional details are in the poster below.
**Continental Breakfast Menu Now Available at Panorama**
Panorama has introduced a Continental Breakfast Menu available on weekdays from 8.30am to 10am. The menu includes lighter options like Croissants (RMB 15) and more substantial choices such as the Brittany Breakfast (RMB 68), featuring sunny-side eggs, avocado, bacon, sausage, roasted potatoes, and mushrooms served with whole wheat bread. They also offer sweet selections like Panorama French Toast (RMB 25), topped with berries, salted caramel sauce, and powdered sugar. More details about this new menu can be found here.
Panorama: 81 Sanlitun Courtyard No. 4, Chaoyang District.
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Chilis is preparing to launch a second location in Solana, Din Tai Fung is making a comeback in Beijing, the new cocktail bar Side By Side is about to open, and there's more on our To Try List this.