If you find yourself searching for a downtown destination for late-night dining, Hangzhou boasts some buzzing stalls with irresistible bargains, making it the perfect summer destination for foodies.

Sunset Night Market (落日夜市)

The former agricultural warehouse at Xiaoshanxi Railway Station has undergone a magnificent transformation, emerging as the now-famous Dongchao Art Park—a new beacon of the city's flourishing night economy. A cultural block with an electric atmosphere awaits visitors, promising an unforgettable experience.

Time: 18:00 - 21:30

Location: Dongchao Art Park, No 689 Xiaohang Road, Xiaoshan district

Admission: Free

Specialties: Prepare your taste buds for a delightful journey featuring Japanese grills, Korean roasted cheese, Puji marshmallow omelet, and an assortment of Xiamen specialties like satay noodles, peanut soup, and sipunculid worm jelly.

Guanhe Market. [Photo/WeChat account: lehuo-hz]

Guanhe Market (官河夜市)

Located next to the Sunset Night Market, the newly-opened Guanhe Market finds its home in the Five Seven Commune—a transformed space that once housed the Xiaoshan Supply and Marketing Cooperatives Warehouse and a state-owned coal briquettes factory built in 1963. The market itself is a captivating blend of retro charm, with red brick walls and tiny, photogenic house-style stalls.

Time: 17:00 - 22:00

Location: Five Seven Commune, No 615 Xiaohang Road, Xiaoshan district

Admission: Free

Specialties: Guanhe Market offers an enticing array of treats, including flame marshmallow ice cream, Roll Liangpi & Taco, spicy Sichuan skewers, hand-made beef burgers, and delectable blueberry cheese waffles.

Wujiao Jinjie Night Market. [Photo/WeChat account: lehuo-hz]

Wujiao Jinjie Night Market (吾角金街)

For the ultimate nightlife experience in Hangzhou, head to the brand-new standing night market at Wujiao Jinjie shopping mall. With more than 100 stalls offering mouthwatering food options that stay open until the wee hours of the morning, this vibrant spot is perfect for both locals and visitors alike.

Time: 17:00 - 22:00

Location: Wujiao Jinjie shopping mall, No 30 Jinsha Avenue, Qiantang district

Admission: Free

Specialties: Indulge in an assortment of Chinese delicacies such as stinky tofu, fried pork in scoop, iced sweet dumplings, and spicy crayfish. The market also offers engaging ring toss and inflator gun games, adding an extra layer of fun to your night out.