Since opening in 2019, Chimney has established itself as a cornerstone of Hangzhou’s cocktail scene. Set within a revitalised residential block, the bar features an intimate ground floor space inspired by the easy-going charm of US West Coast bars. Upstairs, the attic houses a unique incubator concept, where egg-themed furnishings, warm lighting and an L-shaped bar define the room. At the helm, Tatler Best Rising Star China 2026 winner Ellen Xu runs a technique-driven bar programme where local, traditional and seasonal Chinese ingredients frequently make an appearance. Service is friendly in that unintrusive, all-American way, fostering an intimate neighbourhood vibe that turns first-timers into regulars.