Fried chunks of yam coated in hot caramelized sugar that forms long, golden threads when pulled apart.
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As a 'Laozihao' (Time-Honored Brand) specializing in Lu cuisine, Feng Ze Yuan is the ultimate authority on the 'Ba Si' (sugar-pulling) technique. Their chefs maintain a precise temperature for the maltose syrup, ensuring threads can pull over a meter long without breaking.
📍 No. 83 Zhushikou West Street, Xicheng District, Beijing · View on Maps
Cui Hua Lou is celebrated for its delicate execution of sweet-savory Shandong classics. Their Ba Si Yam is praised for a sugar coating that is exceptionally thin and crisp, avoiding the common pitfall of being overly sticky or cloying.
📍 2F, No. 3 Chongwenmen Outer Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing · View on Maps
While famous for roast duck, Siji Minfu's traditional Beijing snacks are top-tier. Their Ba Si Yam is a crowd favorite because it is consistently high-quality and served with a modern flair that appeals to both locals and tourists.
📍 No. 11 Dengshikou West Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing · View on Maps
Dong Xing Lou remains one of the 'Top Eight' historical restaurants of Beijing. It is the go-to for locals who want to avoid the tourist crowds of Wangfujing while still getting elite-level Shandong craftsmanship.
📍 No. 5 Dongzhimen Inner Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing · View on Maps