China Crown
China Crown
China Crown is an imperial Chinese restaurant on Calle de Don Ramón de la Cruz in Madrid's Recoletos, opened in autumn 2020 by siblings María Li Bao and Felipe Bao. It revives the name of the family's first China Crown, which opened in Madrid in 1981 and later closed. Felipe Bao runs the kitchen, and it holds a Michelin Selected listing. The signature dish is Pato Imperial (Imperial Duck), alongside xiao long bao filled with txangurro and char siu bao with marinated sirloin.
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En China Crown la experiencia no se vive solo en los platos; nuestra propuesta de coctelería de autor está pensada para despertar todos los sentidos. Matices exóticos, licores seleccionados y el punto exacto de frescura para acompañar tu velada. - At China Crown, the experience isn't limited to th
Receta milenaria más actualizada que nunca. En nuestro salón o en la terraza. Te esperamos para disfrutarlo juntos. - An age-old recipe that’s more relevant than ever. In our dining room or on the terrace. We look forward to sharing it with you. #chinacrown #chinacrownmadrid #restaurantechinac
El verdadero icono de la gastronomía imperial. El Pato Imperial Beijing de China Crown no es solo un plato, es un ritual. Una piel extra crujiente, la carne más jugosa y el cruce perfecto de sabores. - The true icon of imperial cuisine. China Crown’s Beijing Imperial Duck isn’t just a dish—it’s
El dilema de siempre: ¿por qué elegir uno cuando puedes probarlos todos? Nuestra selección de dim sum variado es un viaje en cesta de bambú por los sabores más icónicos de China Crown. Masas finas elaboradas a mano cada día, rellenos melosos, caldos concentrados y texturas que van del crujiente al
Madrid vuelve a encenderse, y nuestra barra tiene la bienvenida que mereces. Este septiembre renovamos nuestra carta con dos cocktails nuevos de sabor únicos. 🌸 Burbujas asiáticas: la precisión de la ginebra japonesa Roku combinada con la pureza de la fruta de la pasión, lima fresca y un toque su
🍚🔥 Hay platos que no se explican: se contemplan… y se devoran. Nuestro Arroz «Montaña de oro» es un homenaje en su máxima expresión. Salteado al momento, combinado con la ternura y el sabor profundo del solomillo de vaca vieja y coronado que aportan esa cremosidad irresistible en cada cucharada.
Background
About China Crown
The Story
The first China Crown opened in Madrid in 1981, when Spanish diners were only just starting to take an interest in Asian food, and María Li Bao was running it by the age of 24. That restaurant later closed. The name came back as the family's group grew: first in Barcelona, in Gaudí's Casa Calvet, then in Madrid, where this China Crown opened on Calle de Don Ramón de la Cruz in autumn 2020.
The Cuisine
Beyond the Pato Imperial and the txangurro xiao long bao, the kitchen turns out sui mai with turkey, shiitake and chives, an imperial dim sum soup built on shark fin, red prawn and txangurro, and a version of xiao long bao filled with oxtail. A daily 5 to 8pm service pairs fifteen dim sum choices with champagne or gin tonics.
The Chef
The Team
Siblings María Li Bao and Felipe Bao, the second generation of the Bao family in hospitality, run China Crown: she leads the business side of the group, and he runs the kitchen as head chef.
Highlights
What Diners Say
Consensus
China Crown Ratings & Reviews
Professional Ratings
decor 7.9/10, service 7.7/10, typical spend 65€
Diner Ratings
4.6
3102
TripAdvisor
4.1
174 reviews
China Crown ranks #164 of 1001 rated restaurants in Madrid. Diners rate it 4.1/5 on TripAdvisor (174 reviews).
Reservations
How to Book China Crown
Booking
Reservations by phone at 911 52 15 72.
Experience
China Crown Dining Experience
The room goes for imperial splendour: velvet, silk and a big light fixture at the entrance that changes colour and suggests a dragon in motion. The look leans sophisticated, with elegant lighting throughout.
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China Crown Location & Neighbourhood
Address
Calle de Don Ramón de la Cruz, 6, 28006 Madrid, Spain
Get directions→Getting There
China Crown's current dining room opened in autumn 2020 on Calle de Don Ramón de la Cruz in Recoletos, dressed in velvet and silk, with a large colour-changing light at the entrance that suggests a dragon in motion.
Nearby
Recoletos runs along the grand boulevards between Plaza de Cibeles and Puerta de Alcalá, where the buildings are stately and the pavements are wide. The eating leans formal and expense-account, with classic dining rooms sitting beside newer, sharper kitchens. It shades into Salamanca as you go east, and the prices follow.
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Details
China Crown Reservations, Hours & Contact
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
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| Monday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Tuesday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Thursday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Friday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Saturday | 12:30–00:00 |
| Sunday | 12:30–00:00 |
China Crown hours verified 2026-08-11. Contact the restaurant to confirm.
Contact
By phone
Good to Know
Questions
China Crown FAQ
Who runs China Crown?
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Siblings María Li Bao, who leads the business, and Felipe Bao, who runs the kitchen. They opened this China Crown in autumn 2020, reviving the name of their family's first restaurant, which opened in Madrid in 1981.
What is China Crown known for?
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China Crown is known for its Pato Imperial (Imperial Duck), the star of the restaurant. It also serves dim sum including xiao long bao and char siu bao.
Does China Crown have a Michelin listing?
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Yes, China Crown holds a Michelin Selected listing. It's in Madrid's Recoletos neighbourhood, where María Li Bao and Felipe Bao opened it in 2020.
Where is China Crown located?
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China Crown is at Calle de Don Ramón de la Cruz 6, in Madrid's Recoletos neighbourhood, and it's open every day from 12:30pm to midnight. The group also has a China Crown in Marbella.
How much does a meal cost at China Crown?
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China Crown is around €51–100 per person. Its signature Pato Imperial Beijing is €55 for a half duck and €85 for a whole one.
How do you book a table at China Crown?
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Reservations are taken by phone; there's no online booking.
Does China Crown have a terrace?
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Yes, China Crown has a terrace available.
How long has China Crown been open?
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This China Crown opened in autumn 2020. The name goes back to the Bao family's first China Crown, which opened in Madrid in 1981 and later closed.
Does China Crown have a dim sum service?
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Yes, a daily service from 5pm to 8pm pairs fifteen dim sum selections with champagne or gin tonics.
Does China Crown have vegetarian options?
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Yes, it's vegetarian-friendly.