My wife and I went to Black Sesame with 6 other friends. What a great experience. I am rating the food as Very Good, but the experience as Excellent. It is hard to find, as it it tucked back in a Hutong, but that is part of the experience. Go hungry and be prepared to cough a little as you... More

I can't add much else to the reviews in terms of the quality of the food and the total experience. The owners and servers make you feel just like they have invited a group of friends over for dinner and you are included. It is truly a unique experience you should not miss and you'll need to make a reservation... More

My husband and I visited the Black Sesame Kitchen last night and LOVED IT! There was a huge variation with the courses so even if there's something you're not sure about, there's bound to be something you like. I loved every dish, portions were plentiful and the food was tasty and great quality. The staff were lovely and friendly, as... More

Go early to enjoy the neighborhood.The folks at Black Sesame Kitchen are the best. We reservations for 13 so we got sit next to the kitchen. The 10 course meal was mind blowing. The wines great!!! Everyone agreed that this was the best restaurant during our 22 day jaunt of Asia. What a great way to celebrate my 50th Bday!... More

My wife and I and another couple (all from Michigan) just finished a 22 day Asian trip with 3 days in Beijing after 3 days in Bangkok and then a 16 day cruise. One of the absolute highlights, and by far, the best dining experience, was our evening at Black Sesame Kitchen. Finding the restaurant was not nearly as difficult... More

My son ( a New York City and world traveling foodie) and I loved our meal and the unique experience of Black Sesame Kitchen. Our 10 course meal was wonderful as was the family style friendly atmosphere and great service. Enjoyed this meal more than the 3 Star Michelin rated ones we had on our recent trip. Only seats 22... More

Give yourself time to get there as traffic is a major factor and also allow time to find the restaurant once the taxi drops you off. You need to walk quite a way down the main hutong before you find Wiggly Jiggly's pub. No big sign just look up on the corner of the building and there it is. The... More

This was our third trip to the Black Sesame Kitchen. In our group of 13, we had one vegetarian and one person with Celiac Disease. As soy sauce contains gluten, I was very worried about the Celiac Disease. Michelle and her group served these two diners completely separate dishes to suit their food restrictions. This restaurant is hard to find,... More

Get over the entrance is though an Alley in the popular Hutong District..... What an experience...a restaurant serving only 22 people a night. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Cost is only 300 per person....less than $50 USD including Wine/Beer/Drinks You will sit at a table with other world travelers who have found this restaurant from others (or Trip Advisor) you will not be... More