Jing

The Verdict

At the ¥¥¥ price point, Jing delivers a Michelin-starred French Contemporary experience inside one of Beijing's most storied hotel addresses — the Peninsula on Jinyu Hutong. Chef William Mahi, who hails from the Basque Country, runs a kitchen that earned a Michelin star in 2024 and a Black Pearl Diamond in 2025, plus a ranking of #352 on Opinionated About Dining's Leading Restaurants in Asia in 2024 (rising to #384 in 2025). If French technique with Basque inflection is what you're after in Beijing, Jing is the most credentialed option in the city at this price tier. If you'd prefer to spend more for a broader Chinese fine-dining experience, the comparisons below are worth reading first.

What You're Booking

Jing sits in a basement space at the Peninsula Beijing, which means no skyline views — but the room compensates with eclectic art installations and a bar that functions as a destination in its own right. The chic bar is not an afterthought: its presence shapes the room's energy in a way that sets Jing apart from the more formal hotel dining rooms elsewhere in the city. If you're coming for drinks only, the bar program merits the visit independently of the kitchen.

Chef Mahi's cooking puts a Basque lens on French classics. The light tasting menu leans heavily on seafood , langoustine, spider crab, and squid appear across courses , and dishes such as a 52-degree egg with potato foam and white truffle signal a kitchen that is technically precise without being showy. The Basque cheesecake is a recurring highlight noted across multiple sources. The wine list runs to 405 selections across 2,385 inventory units, with particular depth in France and California, priced at the mid-tier ($$) for a list of this scale , meaning a range of price points rather than a list dominated by trophy bottles.

For returning visitors, the wine list is worth spending time on. Sommelier Roy Arias manages a list that is broad enough to reward exploration beyond the obvious French pairings, particularly if you're open to California options alongside the classic Burgundy and Bordeaux selections that typically anchor a kitchen like this.

The Bar Program

The bar at Jing is the most compelling reason to visit outside of a full dinner booking, and the room's design prioritises it. The chic bar is visible on arrival and draws a separate crowd from the dining room. There is no verified cocktail menu data available, so specific drink recommendations are beyond the scope of what Pearl can confirm , but the bar's physical presence and the hotel's overall positioning suggest a program consistent with five-star Beijing standards. If you're comparing to other French-leaning venues in Beijing, Brasserie 1893 and Rive Gauche are alternatives where the bar is less central to the room's identity. At Jing, arriving early for a drink before dinner is the better move , particularly if noise level is a concern, as the bar fills as the evening progresses.

Booking and Timing

Jing holds a Michelin star and a Black Pearl Diamond, which means demand is consistent. Book at least two to three weeks ahead for dinner; weekend tables, particularly Friday and Saturday, will require more lead time. The restaurant operates seven days a week from 11 AM to 10 PM, which means lunch is a genuine option , and at this price tier, a tasting menu at lunch often represents better value than dinner for the same kitchen. If your schedule allows, a weekday lunch is the path of least resistance for a first or returning visit.

How It Compares

See the full comparison below for how Jing sits against Beijing's other fine-dining options.

Explore More

For more French Contemporary dining at this level across Asia, Odette in Singapore and Amber in Hong Kong are the regional benchmarks. Within Beijing, see Blackswan and Les Morilles for European-leaning alternatives. If you're planning a broader trip, our full Beijing restaurants guide, Beijing bars guide, and Beijing hotels guide cover the full picture. Comparable French Contemporary credentials elsewhere in China: 102 House in Shanghai and Xin Rong Ji in Chengdu. In the wider region: Chef Tam's Seasons in Macau and Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine in Guangzhou.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Jing worth the price? At ¥¥¥, yes , a Michelin star and Black Pearl Diamond in the same year signals a kitchen operating at a level that justifies the spend. For the same price tier with a different cuisine direction, Xin Rong Ji is the alternative to weigh if you'd prefer Taizhou cuisine over French Contemporary.
• How far ahead should I book? Two to three weeks minimum for weekday dinner; three to four weeks for Friday and Saturday. Weekday lunch is the easiest entry point if your schedule allows. This is a hard booking , don't plan a last-minute visit.
• What should a first-timer know? The room is basement-level with no views, but the art program and bar make up for it. The tasting menu is seafood-forward and lighter in style than many French hotel kitchens. The Basque cheesecake is worth saving room for.
• Does Jing handle dietary restrictions? No verified data on dietary accommodation policies. Contact the Peninsula Beijing directly before booking if this is a concern , the hotel's concierge team is the most reliable route for specific requests.
• What are alternatives in Beijing? For a step up in price and a Chinese focus: King's Joy (vegetarian-leaning Chinese, ¥¥¥¥). For Cantonese at a similar level: Dai Yuet Heen. For French options at a lower price point, Brasserie 1893 and Rive Gauche are the practical alternatives.
• Is lunch or dinner better? Lunch is the better value play at ¥¥¥. The kitchen runs the same hours all week, so a weekday lunch gives you the same menu with easier booking and a quieter room. Dinner is the right call for a special occasion where atmosphere matters more than value.
• Is Jing good for a special occasion? Yes, with one caveat: the basement setting means no dramatic views. If the room's visual impact is central to the occasion, factor that in. The credentials , Michelin star, Black Pearl Diamond, a serious wine list , make it a strong special-occasion choice for diners who prioritise food and wine over scenery.