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Jianbing

煎饼• Beijing
💰 Price Range¥8-15
⏰ Best Time to EatBreakfast (6:00-9:00 AM)
🏙️ CityBeijing

About Jianbing

China's answer to the crepe — a thin batter cooked on a round griddle, brushed with chili and bean sauce, filled with egg, crispy crackers, lettuce, cilantro. Folded and handed to you in 60 seconds. The best ones come from street carts, not restaurants.

Photos

Beijing jianbing crepe being cooked on a round griddle
Crispy jianbing street food with egg and chili sauce
Chinese savory crepe folded and ready to eat

Where to Try

Street carts near subway stations

📍 Morning only

💰 ¥8-12

Mr. Bing

📍 Multiple locations

💰 ¥15-20

Know Before You Go

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The best jianbing come from street carts near subway exits in the morning

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Add extra crispy cracker (薄脆) for ¥1-2

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Spicy level is adjustable — say 微辣 for mild

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They disappear by 9:30 AM

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