Da Tang Zhen Wei

The restaurant is in Bickel, so it’s not free to part. The parking lot outside is $9/hour, and the restaurant can give you $2 off be aware if it’s $7 the parking lot can only take CASH. The food is good, but pricy. The place is fancy, so it makes sense. Seems like they are know for their hotpot, as we see everyone around us ordering that. But it was a hot day already, so we ordered dry pot. Still really good and tasty! One star off just because I think they can be a bit more in portion size for the price 😄

The Peking Duck was really good, our server was nice as well. They gave us discount as they forgot our rice, which was a nice gesture. I wish I cold give another star but this is not a high end eatery as they claim due to the lack of cleanliness. Floors tables and ceilings all need a good scrubbing.

This is a small restaurant located inside a plaza building. When we went there, no one else was in the restaurant. It's totally empty except for the workers. The decor was okay and had an old, fine dining feel. The hot pot was decent. If you know how to make one at home, it tastes pretty much like that. Has your general assortment of fatty meats, seafoods, and vegetables. Keep in mind that it's not one shared pot, but instead you have two smaller split pots on each corner of the table. There are a small amount of chef dishes and ramen that aren't hot pot. No longer serves dim sum and some other dishes. The items are very expensive, be aware that the price typically goes over $100, and that they apply the tip with your total.

I was recommended to come by this place for authentic Chinese food, and an experience. Not only was the waiter, Jean, attentive, respectful, and checking in several times throughout the meal, but he was professional and able to give solid, varying recommendations for both food and drink. The pricing, as it should, varies. Simpler, affordable, and authentic meals were priced just like any other restaurant you'd find, but at a higher quality. I had the Beijing Duck, and although knowing it is more expensive, is more than worth every dollar; in fact, getting the whole duck may be the right move next time! Hands down one of the best meals I've had in Miami, with a safe and beautiful area to walk and take pictures after your meal. There was so much I wanted to try, I had to get a completely different dish to go. You'll be hard pressed to find a more unique and serene place to go in the Downtown Brickell area, for sure. See you next time!