Steaks, wine and plenty of fresh color

A noted steakhouse in Beijing, CRU, has reopened after renovations. It first opened about 10 years ago. Diners can enjoy steaks in an updated environment - crisp and contemporary, featuring rich, warm colors reflecting those used in the cooking: wine red candles and brightly colored chairs. A wooden wine wall is used to store fine wines in a semiprivate room.

The restaurant features Australian wagyu beef, and in this establishment 270 C is regarded as the perfect temperature for cooking it. Apart from steak, classic dishes such as Iberico ham with arugula, pan-fried foie gras, CRU crabcakecake, pan-seared Japanese scallops and Boston lobster, and the acclaimed CRU laska dessert, are available.

CRU Steakhouse, Grand Level, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing; 010-5908-8530. Dinner served 6 pm to 10 pm only.