Ban Mu Yuan, Beijing

With over 30 years history in Taiwan, Ban Mu Yuan has spread to the U.S. and now to mainland China. It offers quick and cheap meals in a distinctively Chinese fast-food environment: a clean and simple approximation of pre-revolution decor. Dishes include Beef Noodle (CNY12), set meals of meat, rice and vegetables (around CNY12), stuffed pancakes and freshly squeezed fruit juice (CNY10). Branches also open early for a traditional Chinese breakfast of baozi (pork filled buns) and bean milk. Additional branches: Wang Fu Jing; Asian Games Village; Xi Dan; Fang Zhuang; Shuang Yu Shu.