Overview

• Luo Yonghao posted on Weibo inviting Jia Guolong to a livestreamed, on-platform debate to clarify the dispute and accused Jia of defamation after being labeled an “internet black society.”
• A circulated WeChat group message shows Jia acknowledging mistakes in his response and pledging to make Xibei fully transparent while learning from retailer Pang Dong Lai.
• Xibei previously announced open back‑of‑house access but on September 14 notified stores to suspend kitchen visits nationwide to maintain normal operations.
• The company confirmed that customers and media are temporarily barred from entering, filming, or live streaming inside restaurant kitchens.
• Xibei’s “Luo Yonghao set menu” has been taken down following the latest turn in the public dispute.