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Hangzhou cuisine boasts high quality and affordable prices, its flavors renowned throughout the Jiangnan region. Belonging to Zhejiang cuisine, one of China's eight major culinary schools, Hangzhou cuisine is distinguished by its "freshness and uniqueness." Fresh ingredients are used, meticulously prepared, and the cuisine offers a wide variety. The cuisine emphasizes nutrition, a balance of freshness and saltiness, and a light, tender flavor. The renowned Song Dynasty poet Su Dongpo praised the cuisine, saying, "Nowhere in the world can a banquet be as grand as in Hangzhou," and the story of "dismounting one's horse upon smelling the fragrance" is well-known.
The Dongpo pork at Hangzhou Tianxianglou and the West Lake vinegar fish at Louwailou are renowned both domestically and internationally. A wide variety of local snacks are also available, including Wushan butter cakes, Jinhua flustered cakes, Hangzhou Kuiyuanguan's fried shrimp and eel noodles, Zhiweiguan's double happiness dim sum, and Huzhou Dinglianfang's thousand-piece steamed buns, all of which are household names.
Traditional Dishes: Dongpo Pork, Longjing Shrimp, Beggar's Chicken, Hangzhou Braised Duck, West Lake Water Shield Soup, West Lake Vinegar Fish, Song Sao Fish Soup, Fish Head Tofu, Honey-glazed Fire Square, Deep-fried Ringworm, Braised Rolled Chicken, White Bird Facing Phoenix, Chestnut Mushrooms, Braised Spring Bamboo Shoots
New Hangzhou cuisine: Eight Flavors of Hangzhou, West Lake Crab Buns, Stewed Chicken with Tree Flowers, Pepper and Salt Pigeon, Dried Bamboo Shoots and Old Duck Pot, Baked Crab with Bay Leaves, Egg Yolk Blue Crab, Abalone and Wild Duck, Cod with Chicken Sauce, White Sand Red Crab, Hibiscus Crystal Shrimp, Shredded Chicken, Qianjiang Shredded Pork, Wulin Braised Duck, Paper-wrapped Shark Fin, etc.
Hangzhou's famous snacks: Zhiwei Xiaolongbao, Scallion Bun Stew, Mao'erduo, Shrimp and Eel Noodles, Pian'erchuan Noodles
Near Wulin Square, the most prosperous area in Hangzhou, the small streets and alleys near the commercial buildings are home to a variety of delicious snacks.
Recommended stores:
Grandma's Home (Hangzhou Building Branch) (8th Floor, Building B, Hangzhou Building, No. 1 Wulin Square)
New White Deer Restaurant (West Lake Culture Plaza Branch) (5th Floor, Intime Department Store, West Lake Culture Plaza, 487 Zhongshan North Road)
Second Movement (Hangzhou Building Branch) (B1 Floor, Building C, Hangzhou Building, 230 North Huancheng Road)
Zhiweiguan (Wulin Branch) (1st Floor, New Yan'an Hotel, No. 20 Zhijietansi Lane, opposite Yintai)
Transportation:
Wulin Square Station, Metro Line 1;
Wulin Square: Y5, K151, Night Tour Line 9, K228 (Night Line), K22, K26, K516, K355, K28, K11;
Yan'an New Village: Night Tour Line 9, K251, K221, K219, K216, K517, K95, K92, K12, K188, J12, J1, Y8, K900, K801, K290, K270, K105, K55, K13, K12
Tianshui Bridge: K219 (night line), K207 (night line), K30, K38, K78, K72, K24
Meiden Bridge: K151, K814, K274, K32, K8
Gaoyin Street, adjacent to Hefang Street, boasts classic architecture and numerous restaurants, showcasing both highbrow and lowbrow styles. There are small, accessible specialty shops alongside established, classic establishments.
Nearby attractions: Wushan Square, Wushan Tianfeng, Qinghefang Historic District
Recommended stores:
Yao Bude Gaozu Shengjian (Gaoyin Street Branch) (No. 22-30 Gaoyin Street)
Xinfeng Snacks (Zhonghe Middle Road) (No. 35 Zhonghe Middle Road)
Royal Rice (Gaoyin Street Main Store) (No. 53-57 Gaoyin Street)
East Yishun (99-101 Gaoyin Street, Shangcheng District)
Transportation:
Take Subway Line 1, Ding'an Road Station, Exit A, cross the road and walk south along Houshi Street until you reach Gaoyin Street.
East entrance of Gaoyin Street: K208, K206, K8, K60, 195, 8, 195, 404, 219
Wushan Square: Y8, K151, Night Tour Line 9, K228 (Night Line), K22, K26, K516, K355, K28, K11
Shengli River Food Street is built along the river and is home to many brand restaurants and street food stalls. It is very popular among young people in Hangzhou, and diners praise it as "There is Hefang Street in the south and Shengli River in the north."
Recommended stores:
Old Man Fried Shrimp (Shenglihe Branch), No. 272 Shenglihe Food Street
Grandma's Sports Day Theme Restaurant (No. 16, Shengli River Food Street)
Pepper Pickled Fish Restaurant (in Shengli River Food Street, opposite Sichuan Flavor Restaurant)
Transportation:
Desheng New Village: K209 (night line), K206 (night line), K338, K26, K80, K12 (section line), K78, J1, K826, K816, K591, K276, K198, K82, K58, K36, K33, K12
Cangji New Village: K151, K251 (night line), K251 (section line), K76, K516, K348
A place where you can feel the coexistence of fashion and classicism, with arcade buildings, lakeside fallen leaves, and a quiet, elegant and fashionable atmosphere.
Nearby attractions: West Lake's latest ten scenic spots: Lakeside sunny and rainy
Recommended stores:
Grandma's Home (Hubin Branch) (No. 3 Hubin Road, Shangcheng District)
Banana Leaf Thai Restaurant (1st-2nd Floor, Overseas Chinese Hotel, 38 Hubin Road)
Green Tea (Hubin Branch) No. 250 Jiefang Road (near Hubin International Brand Street)
New White Deer Restaurant (Xinyuanhua Branch) (4th Floor, Jiebai Xinyuanhua, No. 179 Yan'an Road)
Baochu Road (Xihu District): Located to the north of Xihu Lake, at the foot of Baoshan Mountain, it is home to many restaurants.
Nearby attractions: Baochu Pagoda, Baoshi Liuxia
Recommended stores:
Yijiaxian (No. 221)
Yueshang West Lake (No. 2)
Dingge Snakehead Fish Restaurant (No. 43 Baochu Road)
Transportation
Songmuchang Bus No. 17, Bus No. 28, Bus No. 28, Bus No. 49, Bus No. 130, Bus No. 149, Bus No. K16, Bus No. 228, Bus No. K282, Bus No. K28, Bus No. K49, Bus No. K807, Bus No. K92, Bus No. Y4, Bus No. Y5
Baochu Road: Buses 6, 11, 17, 25, 25 (peak hour buses), 36, K11, K221, K25, K36, K73 to Baochu Road Station.
Jingzhou Road (Xihu District): Hangzhou's emerging food street, located in the cultural and educational district west of Hangzhou, is considered the number one food street in the west of the city. There are many small restaurants on both sides of the street, with unique decorations and distinctive flavors.
Recommended stores:
Red Era (No. 4-5)
Yuanyiguo Lamb Ribs (No. 98, near Wensan West Road)
Grandview Hotel (No. 99, Wensan West Road intersection)
Northeast Yiguoxiang (No. 188, Wulian East Garden, Jingzhou Road)
Seoul Fireplace (80, Jingju-ro)
Transportation
Jingzhou Road Station: Buses 70, 310, and K70
Yashiyuan Station: Buses 25, 43, 70, 74, 186, 215, 804, K186, K211, K25, K278, K43, and K70
Intersection of Jingzhou Road and Wen'er West Road: Route 118
Dadou Road Food Street (Gongshu District): This is a historic district with many delicious foods. Most of the food is concentrated in the southern section, close to the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal. The buildings are in the style of the Ming and Qing dynasties and are home to many high- and mid-range restaurants.
Nearby attractions: Grand Canal, Xiangji Temple
Recommended stores:
Jiangnan Station (No. 142)
Green Tea (No. 238)
Camphor Silver Lake Villa (No. 268)
Yunhe Aer (No. 252)
Transportation: Daguanqiao Station, Line 23 or K23.
Hedong Road Food Street (Xiacheng District): A great place for a late-night snack.
Recommended stores:
Alley (No. 237)
Yonglefang 60 70 80 Restaurant (No. 85)
Qingjing Restaurant (No. 255)
Liang Da Mama Restaurant (No. 98)
Farmer's Grilled Fish (No. 233-2)
Transportation
West Lake Culture Square Station, Metro Line 1
Zhaohui District 3 Station: Buses 19, 30, 38, 44, 45/ K45, 46, 57, 58, 67, 218, 316, K19, K38, K44, K67, 19, 44, K19
Chaohui District 1 (Hedong Road): Routes 19, 44, and K19
Zhongshan South Road (Shangcheng District): This street is home to many delicious foods, as well as a night market that specializes in snacks and combines eating, shopping, and sightseeing.
Nearby attractions: Southern Song Imperial Street, Qinghefang Street, Wushan Square, Wushan Tianfeng
Recommended stores:
Royal Rice (No. 489)
Yinhua Authentic Wonton Shop (No. 495)
Chef Ge's Snacks (No. 45, Zhongshan South Road Food Night Market Snacks)
Transportation: Liubuqiao Station: Buses 8, 13, 190, 208, 301, 308, 834, B Branch 3, K13, K275, K308, K8, and Y6
Yangjiadun (Binjiang District): Also known as Garbage Street, the street is not big, but because there are many schools nearby, there are restaurants one after another.
Transportation
Yangjiadun Station: Buses 113, 222, 352, 566, 822, Branch B 5, K706, and K822
This is a well-known, time-honored restaurant that's a must-try for visitors from other parts of the city. The snacks are classic and diverse, with flavors like xiaolongbao (small steamed buns), candied lotus root, cat ears, and pianerchuan (a type of Sichuan dish) all quite authentic. The Hangzhou cuisine is also excellent, with dishes like Dongpo pork and West Lake vinegar fish not to be missed.
Address: No. 10-12 Yanggongdi, Xihu District (outside the west gate of Huagangguanyu)
Signature dishes: Dongpo pork, crab meat dumplings, cat ears, shrimp dumplings, honey lotus root
Contact: 0571-87970568; 87971913
Reference price: 90 yuan per person
Getting there: K284 Wensan Road Station
As the name suggests, the restaurant is located in the mountains, and its dishes are worthy of its reputation as a time-honored brand. You must try the unforgettable Eight Treasure Fish Head King.
Address: Inside the North Gate of the Botanical Garden, No. 8 Yuquan Road, Xihu District (near Lingyin Road)
Signature dishes: Eight Treasure Fish Head, Longjing Shrimp, Dongpo Pork, Qiandao Lake Fish Head
Contact: 0571-87986621; 87995866
Reference price: 94 yuan per person
Transportation: Take Bus No. 28 or 15 to Yuquan Station
It's a time-honored Hangzhou restaurant, and the dishes are pretty good. Although the signature Qianlong fish head doesn't taste as amazing as people say, it's still worth it for tourists from other places to try. It's very popular and there's often a queue.
Address: No. 53-57 Gaoyin Street, Shangcheng District (near Hefang Street)
Signature dishes: Qianlong fish head, Dongpo pork, eight-treasure tofu, Song Sao fish soup, Longjing shrimp
Contact: 0571-87807768; 87801068
Reference price: 65 yuan per person
Transportation: Bus No. 8, No. 195, No. 404, No. 219 East Exit of Gaoyin Street
This restaurant is very popular among ordinary people. It is well-known for its excellent food and service. Address: No. 3 Hubin Road, Shangcheng District (Nanshan Road intersection)
Signature dishes: Tea-flavored chicken, green bean paste, green tea cake, Dongpo pork
Contact: 0571-85101939
Reference price: 56 yuan per person
Transportation: Bus No. 60, Bus No. 102, Bus No. 7, Bus No. 25, Bus No. 12, Yigongyuan Station, Hubin Station
This restaurant is very popular among Hangzhou locals. It serves home-style dishes, but the portions are generous and the prices are affordable.
Address: No. 15, Jesus Church Lane, Yan'an Road, Xiacheng District, about 100 meters west of Stuart's former residence
Signature dishes: Egg yolk spareribs, egg yolk chicken wings, sweet and sour spareribs, grilled sea bass
Contact: 0571- 85151554
Reference price: 30 yuan per person.
Transportation: Buses 8/K8, 25/K25, 34/K34, 35/K35, 40/K40, 59/K59, K187, K284, K404, and K808 to Wushan Square Station.
When it comes to Jiangnan Noodle King, passersby often point to Kuiyuan Restaurant. Their fried shrimp and eel noodles are a must-try, and their Pianerchuan is also their original creation. While the food is better, the ambiance and service are a bit lacking.
Address: No. 154 Jiefang Road, Shangcheng District (near Zhongshan Middle Road)
Signature dishes: Shrimp and eel noodles, Pianerchuan, Shrimp and eel noodles
Contact: 0571-87029012; 87063206
Reference price: 35 yuan per person
Transportation: Buses 8, 35, 38, 49, 68, 106, 113, 208, 251, 270, 290, 305, K206, K216, K270, K305, K35, K38, K49 to Jingtingqiao Station.