The feeling of have been invited to a chinese familiys' home, being among friendly strangers, nice food and plenty of what you can drink is certaintly worth the experience. It is not the best chinese food I have tried but it is really good and the service is outstanding. It is a great place to take visitors from home (if... More

We were fit in after a late cancellation and had been told by a friend how great it was. There are only 2 tables and you are right in the kitchen with one of the tables. Not sure if you can, but I would request that table as the other one is not really ideal. Service was excellent and the... More

Last trip to Beijing we tried BSK and loved it. We made a reservation a few months ahead because we wanted to do the cooking class and have dinner while on vacation. We decided to do the wine and dine night so we reserved for that night. The place is hard to find the first time but the second it... More

What an incredible experience. The food was amazing and plentiful. Everyone was incredibly nice. Wine was included with the meal. Certainly the best kept secret in Beijing. You cannot go wrong.

After reading about BSK on Trip Advisor, I was thrilled to get a last minute reservation last weekend and it lived up to its billing. While the food was really, really good, the best part was the overall experience of the evening....walking through the Hutong, the communal seating, the fantastic hosts, and a few shots of a homemade everclear(?)...made for... More

We enjoyed the evening at Black Sesame, but if it a cooking class or a real authentic Chinese experience you are after, then I don’t think this is the right place. This is more like a Chinese Food evening on a cruise ship with unlimited Australian wine. The food is geared towards a Western palate and nothing is offensive. Your... More

Had the great fortune of securing a booking at Black Sesame while in Beijing with my family in April. (My family consists of myself, husband and teenage son - I wouldn't recommend Black Sesame for families with small children) Location is perfect, food is great and staff were lovely. I have to say that even with all of that the... More

Eating family style allows you to meet others and enjoy the incredibly different cuisine. What a treat to be part of "the family". Getting there is part of the adventure and the many courses were all just great! Leave enough time to finish your meal and enjoy dessert.

Nothing but great things to say about dinner at Black Sesame Kitchen. This is one of the best dining experiences I've had. Three hours to enjoy a 10 dish meal with free flowing wine (or other beverages) throughout. Arrive early to get seats close to the chefs for best viewing of the whole process. When booking (at least a month... More