Ranking

The best places to eat in Hangzhou

An editorial ranking: grades from A+ to F, price range, and the Tabelog score where one exists.

Places ranked: 74

Ru Yuan

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Ru Yuan is a Michelin-recognized fine-dining restaurant on the edge of West Lake, known for seasonal tasting menus crafted by chef Fu Yuelan and his team. Reviews praise its garden-like lakeside setting, delicate seasonal plates and attentive…

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Longjing Manor

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Tucked away in a quiet alley, this restaurant is surprisingly spacious. As the host walks you to one of the eight traditionally furnished private rooms, you pass an extensive manicured garden with stone bridges and ponds. The experienced head chef…

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Jie Xiang Lou

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

This restaurant in a bamboo forest exudes otherworldly serenity. The menu is dominated by Jiangnan dishes, which are given a new lease of life by modern Western techniques. Sample all of the signature dishes courtesy of the appetiser platter…

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L'éclat 19

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

L’éclat 19 is nestled in a wooded valley on the southern shore of West Lake. The journey to the place itself is quite an experience. Open for dinner only, it offers two tasting menus that keep pace with the seasons, both signed by chef Olivier…

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Jin Sha

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

In a luxury lakeside hotel, stands this handsome restaurant furnished in classical Chinese style amid ponds and manicured gardens. The kitchen team uses seasonal ingredients sourced all over China to create Zhejiang neo-classics with modern twists…

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Yu Zhi Lan

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

This landmark of Sichuan cooking from Chengdu opened this outpost in Hangzhou in 2024. A Shikumen-style residence circa 1930s has been transformed into an elegant venue dripping in retro charm. In line with the brand’s ethos, two set menus highlight…

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Ambré Ciel

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

After honing his skills in a number of prestigious kitchens, chef Alan Yu took on this atmospheric restaurant in 2022. The six tables are enclosed by heavily textured stone walls that afford much privacy. There is one private room for ten diners…

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Song

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Jade-coloured archways, silk-clad panels and organic light fixtures evoke a classical Hangzhou garden with a stylised touch. Similarly, the seasoned fine dining kitchen team adds novel twists to Ningbo classics. Marinated raw crab in a spicy sour…

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Guiyu (Xihu)

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

The sleek, elegant room stands in an osmanthus forest, the sweet scent of which lingers in the air in autumn. Once you set foot inside, the earthy smell of black tea takes over – tea-smoked dishes such as crispy skin chicken exude intoxicating…

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Xin Rong Ji

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

The restaurant’s location outside the city centre – in Xixi National Wetland Park – doesn’t deter diners! The lush surroundings, charming garden, understated decor and quality food make the trip worthwhile. Taizhou classics like deep-fried hairtail…

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Hangzhou House

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Close to Lingyin Temple and Amanfayun resort, this rustic-style restaurant has a serene vibe. On the menu, classic Jiangzhe dishes get a refined makeover with some creative and surprising combinations. The signature double-boiled deboned chicken…

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Wild Yeast

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Every table in the softly lit room commands a view of the open kitchen. The head chef hailing from Taizhou designed the set and à la carte menus to highlight the natural flavours of the best seafood shipped from his hometown. Besides the famous…

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Sense

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Fine Dining

Full-length windows allow diners to bask in the lush greenery of Xiang Lake. The kitchen is under a white dome with jars of fermenting food on a round island, like a place of worship. Two set menus showcase modern French cuisine crafted with Chinese…

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Er Ba Jiu Su Mian Guan

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Next to Fajing Temple, this tiny vegan joint is always packed with tourists and locals. The location certainly accounts for its popularity… large portion sizes and very affordable prices play their part too. Their signature noodle soup with assorted…

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28 Hubin Road

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Perched on the shore of West Lake, this hotel restaurant is led by a local chef with over 20 years of experience under his belt. Traditional Zhejiang recipes are given a new spin – to great effect. The braised pork belly pagoda comes in two portion…

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Pu Zhu

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Adjacent to Xiangji Temple, this Jiangnan-style villa stands in a manicured garden with bamboo trees, rock works and water features. In the absence of à la carte options, diners pre-order the classic or seasonal set menu. Quality globally sourced…

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Kui Yuan Guan (Jiefang Road)

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

A household name for its Hangzhou-style noodles, Kui Yuan Guan also doubles up as a museum that charts life in the city dating back to 1867. Countless inscriptions by historical big shots hint at its importance. For noodles, head to the ground…

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Xiao Lao Hun Tun

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Down an alley near the Drum Tower, a yellow flag heralds the "wonton king", priming diners for the dumpling feast to come. Having retired in 2016, the owner learnt to make wonton from scratch, before opening this shop. The filling is made in-house…

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Lin Ji Lao Chu

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

The unadorned two-storey house with grey brick walls may not look exciting, but diners have been flocking here for over 20 years for its Tonglu farm-style cooking – it's simple, rustic and delicious. Photos and the names of dishes are shown on a…

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Wan Li (Linping)

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Avant-garde portraits of Chinese opera singers fetchingly set against gilded birdcage chandeliers and window cut-outs. Modern Chinese style is carried through the menu and plating. Diners come here for skilfully made Hangzhou, Zhejiang and Cantonese…

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Zi Wei Hall

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Set in a manicured Chinese garden by the lake, the traditionally furnished restaurant makes an impression with its grand and airy space. The smart Chinese attire of the service team is also part of the appeal. On the menu: nicely made Jiangzhe and…

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Chic 1699 (Shangcheng)

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

The dimly lit space on two levels feels modern and chic, with its mix of bare concrete, glass, and metal structures. The food, meanwhile, is very much in keeping with Fujian tradition. Seafood from the province features heavily on the menu…

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Wang Shi Shao Bing (Xixi Road)

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

This small shop front would be easy to miss, were it not for the queue waiting to order shaobing flatbread and youtiao dough sticks. Right by the entrance the chefs can be seen busily making both items by hand; served piping hot, they are well loved…

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Wulin

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

Tucked away in a small alley,...

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Nature's Own

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province · Casual Dining

An oasis amid the bustling city centre complete with a landscaped garden straight out of a Song Dynasty art book. The menu focuses on plant-based dishes of varying origins and styles. Cauliflower fungus tossed in lemongrass with Thai chilli and…

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The best places to eat in Hangzhou

Ru Yuan

Longjing Manor

Jie Xiang Lou

L'éclat 19

Jin Sha

Yu Zhi Lan

Ambré Ciel

Song

Guiyu (Xihu)

Xin Rong Ji

Hangzhou House

Wild Yeast

Sense

Er Ba Jiu Su Mian Guan

28 Hubin Road

Pu Zhu

Kui Yuan Guan (Jiefang Road)

Xiao Lao Hun Tun

Lin Ji Lao Chu

Wan Li (Linping)

Zi Wei Hall

Chic 1699 (Shangcheng)

Wang Shi Shao Bing (Xixi Road)

Wulin

Nature's Own

Selections

The best places to eat in Hangzhou

Ru Yuan

Longjing Manor

Jie Xiang Lou

L'éclat 19

Jin Sha

Yu Zhi Lan

Ambré Ciel

Song

Guiyu (Xihu)

Xin Rong Ji

Hangzhou House

Wild Yeast

Sense

Er Ba Jiu Su Mian Guan

28 Hubin Road

Pu Zhu

Kui Yuan Guan (Jiefang Road)

Xiao Lao Hun Tun

Lin Ji Lao Chu

Wan Li (Linping)

Zi Wei Hall

Chic 1699 (Shangcheng)

Wang Shi Shao Bing (Xixi Road)

Wulin

Nature's Own

Selections