Jubaoyuan (Niujie Original Branch)
聚宝源（牛街创始店）
A legendary queue-magnet on Niujie, famous for its hand-cut fresh mutton and sesame buns, and a favorite hot pot spot for locals.
Founded in 2003 and located in the Muslim neighborhood of Niujie at No. 5-2 Niujie, this restaurant specializes in traditional copper pot hot pot. Hand-cut fresh mutton, high-calcium mutton, and beef omasum are the most popular items, while the sesame buns (majiang shaobing) are subject to a per-person purchase limit for dine-in customers. Waiting for an hour during peak times is normal, and wait times can reach two to three hours during holidays. Table turnover is relatively fast. It is recommended to get a queue number online or visit during off-peak hours around 2:00–3:00 PM. Tables may not be seated until the entire party arrives. The average cost is about 100–126 CNY per person. It is close to Niujie Subway Station and the Halal Supermarket.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:30 to 01:00 the next day (some sources list 11:00–22:00), please confirm before visiting
Nearby sights
- Niujie Mosque
- Fayuan Temple
- Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Nantang)
- Liulichang Culture Street
- White Cloud Temple (Baiyun Guan)
- Capital Museum
- National Centre for the Performing Arts
- Lao She Teahouse