TRB’s Seasonal Picks: The Fabulous Menu
Posted: April 22nd, 2018 | Author: LumDimSum | Filed under: Foodies & Dining Scene | Tags: Boston Lobster, Boudeuse oyster, fine dining, Hulu, hutong, Michelin star, set menu, Temple Restaurant Beijing (TRB), The Fabulous Menu, TRB, TRB Hutong, Wine Pairing | No Comments »With their recent opening of Hulu that seems to be a smash hit, you would expect the people at TRB group to have their hands full. Yet, here they are demonstrating that they haven’t forgotten their origins with an overhaul of their menus at TRB Hutong and TRB Forbidden City. Word on the street is that the Michelin guide is coming to Beijing and Guangzhou this year, so here’s hoping we see a further blossoming of other Beijing restaurants hoping to earn a star.
One thing I have to give praise for up front is the quality of the service. TRB have really got this nailed down in a way that few other restaurants in Beijing can dream of. Staff were attentive without being overbearing and were clearly very well informed about the dishes and the wines. Not at all surprising that they were packed on the Saturday evening we went! Even with a reservation, we had to wait about 20 minutes at the bar which came with glasses of champagne to help us pass the wait time. Not that we were in a rush, but it was a thoughtful gesture that was appreciated.
TRB’s Chef Johnny has re-vamped their menu offerings to present 3 different seasonal 5-course menus priced at RMB 588 (The Classic), RMB 688 (The Fabulous) or RMB 1,288 per person (Indulgence Menu). TRB also offers the option to customize your own set menu with 3 courses for RMB 398 per person or 4 courses for RMB 498 per person.
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