Wang Hu Lou · Chinese Restaurant
江浙菜 · ⭐ 3.9
8th Floor, Wanghu Hotel, No. 2 Huancheng West Road, Wulin Subdistrict (near Qingchun Road)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Hangzhou, Dragon Mate users do not strongly recommend this restaurant. If you enjoy exploring, you can still try it and see what you find. This restaurant is located at 8th Floor, Wanghu Hotel, No. 2 Huancheng West Road, Wulin Subdistrict (near Qingchun Road). It is a 江浙菜 place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Southern Song Victory Cake, Song's Fish Soup, Wanghu Shrimp Dumplings.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Hangzhou
- Category: 江浙菜
- Rating: 3.9
- Address: 8th Floor, Wanghu Hotel, No. 2 Huancheng West Road, Wulin Subdistrict (near Qingchun Road)
- Popular dishes: Southern Song Victory Cake, Song's Fish Soup, Wanghu Shrimp Dumplings, Hangzhou Steamed Dumplings, Squirrel-shaped Mandarin Fish
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Dishes
Southern Song Victory CakeA traditional Chinese steamed cake made from glutinous rice flour and japonica rice flour, filled with brown sugar or red bean paste, symbolizing victory and good fortune.
Song's Fish SoupSong's Fish Soup is a soup made from fresh fish meat with辅料 like ham, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. Fish meat is minced, mixed with egg white and starch, cooked, then simmered with broth and辅料, finally thickened into a soup.
Wanghu Shrimp DumplingsA premium Cantonese dim sum featuring fresh shrimp and pork wrapped in delicate dumpling skins, steamed to perfection for a tender, flavorful bite.
Hangzhou Steamed DumplingsHangzhou steamed buns are a traditional snack made with pork filling and flour wrappers. The preparation involves mincing pork into a filling, mixing in seasonings, then combining flour and water in a specific ratio to form dough. The dough is rolled into thin skins, filled with the pork mixture, and finally steamed in a bamboo steamer until cooked.
Squirrel-shaped Mandarin FishSquirrel-shaped mandarin fish is made primarily from mandarin fish, named for its bright red color and shape resembling a squirrel after cooking. The fish is deboned, scored with diagonal cuts, marinated, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. A sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar is then prepared and poured over the fish, creating a vibrant appearance and a squirrel-like造型.
Osmanthus Glutinous Rice Lotus RootHoney-glazed lotus root with sticky rice is a traditional Chinese dessert made primarily from glutinous rice and lotus root. The preparation involves stuffing glutinous rice into the holes of the lotus root, then steaming it until tender. Finally, it is drizzled with osmanthus syrup, resulting in a texture where the lotus root breaks but remains connected by threads, offering a sweet, soft, and chewy experience.
Stewed Bamboo Shoots in OilOil-braised bamboo shoots is a Chinese dish featuring fresh bamboo shoots as the main ingredient. The shoots are peeled, cut into segments, blanched to remove bitterness, then stir-fried in oil.适量 soy sauce, sugar, and water are added, and the dish is simmered over low heat until the bamboo shoots absorb the flavorful sauce, resulting in a soft, tender, and delicious texture.
Lingyin Temple Vegetarian Spare RibsA plant-based dish made from tofu skin and vegetables, shaped like ribs and seasoned with savory sauce, popular in Buddhist cuisine.
Scallion Pancake RollCong Bao Hui is a Chinese dish featuring scallion segments and pork. Sautéed together with slices of pork, it's seasoned with basic condiments like soy sauce, cooking wine, and salt to blend the onion's fragrance with the meat's savory flavor.
Shrimp Bian'erchuanA traditional Zhejiang noodle dish featuring fresh shrimp, thin noodles, and a light savory broth, often served with bamboo shoots and minced pork.
Crab Meat Pan-Fried BunCrab meat pan-fried bun is a Chinese snack made with crab meat as the main ingredient, mixed with pork and seasonings, wrapped in fermented flour dough, and pan-fried until golden and crispy.
West Lake Beef SoupWest Lake Beef Soup is a traditional soup made primarily with beef, tofu, and mushrooms. The preparation involves mincing the beef, marinating it with seasonings, then combining it with chopped tofu and mushrooms in a pot. Add broth or water, simmer until thickened, then pour in beaten eggs and garnish with cilantro.
West Lake Vinegar FishWest Lake Vinegar Fish is made from fresh grass carp, which, after cooking, has a bright red color and a shape resembling a crab. During the cooking process, sugar and vinegar are added for seasoning, and finally a smooth, glossy sweet-and-sour sauce is poured over it.
West Lake Vinegar Fish SupremeA premium version of the classic Hangzhou dish, featuring fresh grass carp cooked in a sweet and sour sauce with a glossy finish.
Fresh Shrimp DumplingsFresh shrimp shumai royal features fresh shrimp, pork mince, and diced mushrooms wrapped in glutinous rice dough and steamed. The filling is mixed evenly, placed into the wrappers, shaped into an open form, and steamed until done.
Fresh Shrimp Crispy SausageFresh shrimp crispy sausage is made with fresh shrimp and pork, seasoned and stuffed into casings, then steamed or fried until the skin is crispy and the inside tender.
Longjing ShrimpLongjing Shrimp is a dish primarily made with fresh shrimp and Longjing tea. The shrimp are carefully prepared and combined with the unique fragrance of Longjing tea, then gently stir-fried to create a dish that highlights tender shrimp and an aromatic tea flavor.