Guiyu (Xihu)
Hangzhou, China Mainland
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
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 aromas. The menu is dominated by Zhejiang classics made with seasonal ingredients from across the country. Try the river fish cooked with dried bamboo shoot, too. The tea ceremony at each table is quite a spectacle.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Location and Ambiance in an Osmanthus Forest: Guiyu (Xihu) is uniquely situated in an osmanthus forest, where the sweet scent of the flowers lingers in the air during autumn, creating a distinctive sensory experience for diners even before they enter the restaurant.
Tea-Smoked Dishes and Aromas: The restaurant is renowned for its tea-smoked specialties, such as crispy skin chicken, which fill the space with intoxicating earthy aromas of black tea, adding an unconventional aromatic dimension to the dining experience.
Spectacular Tea Ceremony at Each Table: Guiyu offers a tea ceremony at each table, which is described as quite a spectacle, integrating traditional tea culture into the meal in a way that enhances the overall sensory and cultural experience.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
- River Fish: Used in a signature dish cooked with dried bamboo shoot, highlighting the restaurant's focus on seasonal ingredients and traditional Zhejiang cuisine.
- Dried Bamboo Shoot: Combined with river fish to create a classic Zhejiang dish, emphasizing the use of local and seasonal ingredients.
- Black Tea: Featured in tea-smoked dishes, such as crispy skin chicken, which are known for their aromatic flavors.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- Guiyu Tasting Menu: ¥1,288 (approximately $190 USD)
Signature Dishes
- River fish cooked with dried bamboo shoot: ¥188 (approximately $28 USD)
- Crispy skin chicken: ¥128 (approximately $19 USD)