Lai Jin Yu Xuan
Time-Honored BrandLai Jin Yu Xuan · Beijing · Founded 1915
A century-old teahouse in Beijing's Zhongshan Park, frequented by Lu Xun and other cultural luminaries. It preserves the charm of traditional Beijing tea culture with its signature snacks and fragrant teas.
Brand Story
Lai Jin Yu Xuan, located in Beijing's Zhongshan Park, takes its name from a poem by Du Fu, meaning 'old friends may not come, but new ones will.' Founded in 1915 by the Central Park Board, it began as a tea stall and later expanded to offer dining. During the 1920s and 1930s, it became a gathering place for cultural icons such as Lu Xun, Zhou Zuoren, Lin Huiyin, and Zhang Henshui, serving as an important salon for the New Culture Movement. Lu Xun often came here for tea and documented his visits. The teahouse's refreshments blend northern and southern flavors, with Beijing-style snacks like Dongcai Baozi (pickled cabbage buns) and Wandaohuang (pea flour cake) being particularly renowned. The architecture and garden setting complement each other, embodying the cultural essence of a traditional Beijing teahouse. After a century, Lai Jin Yu Xuan remains a vital carrier of Beijing's cultural memory.
Signature Products
Steamed buns filled with pickled cabbage and minced meat, savory and delicious, with thin skin and generous filling. A signature snack of Lai Jin Yu Xuan. (approx. 10-15 RMB each)
A traditional Beijing snack with a smooth texture, cool and refreshing, once served as an imperial court delicacy. (approx. 20-30 RMB per serving)
A variety of traditional teas, with jasmine tea as the representative, fragrant and aromatic, perfectly complementing the snacks. (approx. 30-80 RMB per pot)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Beijing（北京）
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Cultural Note
As a time-honored Beijing teahouse, Lai Jin Yu Xuan carries the cultural memory of modern Beijing. Its business model, combining tea, dining, and garden leisure, reflects the traditional teahouse culture of the capital. The patronage of Lu Xun and other cultural figures makes it a witness to the New Culture Movement. Its snack-making techniques preserve Beijing's culinary heritage, such as the unique seasoning of Dongcai Baozi and the delicate craftsmanship of Wandaohuang, both exemplifying the essence of Beijing snacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Lai Jin Yu Xuan founded?
Lai Jin Yu Xuan was founded in 1915, originating in Beijing, Beijing, primarily in the Dining field.
What is the signature product of Lai Jin Yu Xuan?
Its signature product is Dongcai Baozi (Pickled Cabbage Buns). See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
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