We Tried All the Spots on Jensen Huang's Beijing Must-Eat List! Houhai Bar Owner: He Promised to Come Every Year
This article follows NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's half-day citywalk in Beijing, visiting places like Yin San Douzhi, Gulou Mantou, Huangwa Zengfu Wealth Temple, Mixue Ice Cream & Tea, Ziguangyuan Yogurt, Fangzhuancheng No. 69 Zhajiangmian, Daoxiangcun, a toy store, a Houhai bar, Qingyunlou Restaurant, and Chaofu Linyuan. It records interactions with shop owners and fans, and provides an open-source route guide.
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- Jensen Huang did a half-day citywalk in Beijing, hitting multiple landmarks and food spots.
- His reactions to douzhi (fermented mung bean drink), drinking Mixue, and praying at the wealth temple went viral.
- The owner of a Houhai bar made a yearly appointment with him, showing Huang's sentimental side.
- The author created an open-source route guide in HTML and Amap versions.
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, known for his leather jacket and enthusiastic appetite, recently took a half-day citywalk through Beijing's popular hutongs, visiting a series of local eateries and landmarks. The trip, which quickly became a social media sensation, saw Huang sampling classic Beijing snacks, praying for wealth, and even making a heartfelt promise to return annually.
Huang's journey began at Yin San Douzhi (尹三豆汁) near Nanluoguxiang, where he tried douzhi (fermented mung bean drink) for the first time. His reaction—a grimace followed by the words "What is this stuff?"—amused onlookers. The lady who handed him the drink recalled with a chuckle, "He drank it straight from the cup without even smelling it!"
Next, Huang stopped by Tianzexiang Gulou Mantou (天泽祥鼓楼馒头) to pick up some steamed buns and bean paste buns. The staff noted he chose the most basic options, totaling just 4-5 yuan. He then visited the Huangwa Zengfu Wealth Temple (黄瓦增福财神庙), where he participated in a free blessing ceremony. The temple, known for its wealth-attracting reputation, added a touch of humor to his visit—"wealth god meeting wealth god," as locals joked.
Perhaps the most surprising stop was Mixue Ice Cream & Tea (蜜雪冰城), where Huang bought an 8-yuan peach oolong tea. The brand quickly responded online, jokingly applying to become NVIDIA's cooling solution supplier. Fans flocked to the store to order the same drink, including a young child who insisted on having "the same as the uncle."
For a more traditional taste, Huang tried Ziguangyuan Yogurt (紫光园酸奶站) and Fangzhuancheng No. 69 Zhajiangmian (方砖厂69号炸酱面). At the noodle shop, he was served a large bowl of zhajiangmian and ate it while standing at the entrance. The store immediately created a "Leather Armor God's Combo" meal to commemorate his visit. One staff member hinted that a photo of Huang might soon hang on the wall.
Huang also stopped by a toy store called Tuoyi (拓意), where he bought his grandson a miniature model of a Chinese cabbage—an item that sold out online after his visit. He then visited Daoxiangcun (北京三禾稻香村) to buy pastries for passersby, choosing the classic jujube flower pastry.
The most touching moment came at a Houhai bar, Yipinchang Houhai Minyao BAR (一品昌后海民谣BAR). The bar owner, Yang, recalled meeting Huang last July and was delighted when Huang returned this year. "He promised to come every year from now on," Yang said, showing the red envelope Huang gave him with both their names written on it. The author noted that the table they sat at was the same one Huang had occupied.
Huang's evening continued at Qingyunlou Restaurant (庆云楼饭庄) and ended at Chaofu Linyuan (潮府林苑), a former opera house where he enjoyed Chaoshan cuisine. By then, he had shed his leather jacket, a testament to Beijing's spring warmth.
The author, inspired by Huang's route, created an open-source guide with two versions: an interactive HTML map and an Amap route. Tips for spotting Huang include carrying a gold or green marker (his favorite colors) and having an NVIDIA-related item for autographs. As one shopkeeper joked, "Just bring a blank check—if you succeed, don't forget us!"
Huang's Beijing walk not only highlighted his down-to-earth personality but also showcased the city's vibrant food culture. His promise to return annually has already become a beloved local legend.