Lóuwàilóu

Founded in 1838, this is Hangzhou's most famous restaurant. The local speciality is xīhú cùyú (西湖醋鱼, sweet and sour carp) and dōngpō (braised) pork, but there's a good choice of other well-priced standard dishes. The atmosphere is a little flat and the decor outdated, but it remains a popular choice for tourists with moody West Lake views.