Buddha's Bite

This newly opened restaurant in the south end of the 798 Art District is a perfect spot to try China’s Buddhist vegetarian cuisine following a hard day gazing at galleries. Dishes hail from all over China and the restaurant specializes in “health food” (or yangshengcai in Chinese) and fake meat. None of its ingredients are derived from animals and it is also MSG free. Typical fares on the reasonably priced menu include a dry hot pot of fake meat, “beef” strips with peppers, and Sichuan-style white fish (fake, of course). The classy surroundings are designed in the classical Chinese style and the staff is always eager to help. Best to stick with the health theme and sip the flavorsome flower teas on offer rather than delve into the limited wine list.