Nothing quite says “comfort” like a bowl of hot, soothing noodles. Whether it’s slippery rice vermicelli, chewy wheat noodles, or toothsome strands of yellow egg noodles, there’s a bowl to fit every craving.
We’ve put together a list of our favourite noodle shops around town for whenever you feel the need for a delicious bowl of noodles that’s also comforting to the soul. You’ll be sure to see us at one of these spots at least once a week!
The best noodles in Hong Kong
Thai boat noodles at The Spice House Restaurant
The boat noodles at The Spice House, one of Wan Chai’s many Thai eateries in the unofficial Little Bangkok area, are aromatic with herbs and spices, accompanied by tender stewed pork, pork meatballs, and a good helping of morning glory, topped with fried shallot and garlic. Be sure to try the garlicky and sour Thai sausage too.
The Spice House Restaurant, 35 Amoy Street, Wan Chai, 2804 2522
Cart noodles at Ming Ming Cart Noodle Bar
Ming Ming Cart Noodle Bar began as a tiny hole in the wall in Wan Chai, doubling in size and expanding to two more locations providing classic servings of cart noodles. Diners at Ming Ming are spoilt for choice when it comes to the noodle toppings, although crowd favourites include the soft-boiled egg, turnip, fried bean curd rolls, and pork cartilage. To bypass the massive queue, try to arrive before noon.
Ming Ming Cart Noodle Bar, multiple locations across Hong Kong
Taiwanese beef noodles at Iron Cow Taiwanese Beef Noodles
Hong Kong’s favourite bowl of Taiwanese beef noodles can be found at Iron Cow, a Taiwanese import that has been warming up the lunch crowds with its soothing bowls of succulent beefy goodness. One of the top picks is their sweet, tangy tomato soup noodles with brisket and tendon. The strands of wheat noodles have a delicious, hearty chewiness and pair well with the tender beef.
Iron Cow Taiwanese Beef Noodles, multiple locations across Hong Kong
Curry beef tendon noodles at Kau Kee
A Hong Kong institution, the popular Michelin-recommended noodle shop Kau Kee has become a headliner in international foodie guides. Known for its heavenly beefy broth and tender beef brisket, this no-frills restaurant offers a wide selection of noodles to go with the various combinations of beef. Go off-piste with the beef tendon with e-fu noodles in curry broth, which are spicy, hearty, and incredibly aromatic.
Kau Kee, 21 Gough Street, Central, 2850 5967
Shanxi noodles at Yau Yuen Siu Tsui (有緣小敍)
Come lunchtime in Central and you can spot this small restaurant by the massive crowd gathered at front. The must-order here is Yau Yuen Siu Tsui’s extra-wide Shanxi noodles, served in a complete strand that fills an entire bowl. The chewy strand of noodle is dressed with fresh garlic, crispy seaweed, crunchy wood fungus, and sweet cabbage. We highly suggest the stewed pork rib as your topping for this garlicky bowl of noodles. Tossed in a fiery chilli sauce, this bowl will have you slurping and reaching for a box of tissues whilst in complete food ecstasy.
Yau Yuen Siu Tsui, Shop B, G/F, 14–15 Wo On Lane, Central, 5296 6630
Yau Yuen Siu Tsui, 36 Man Yuen Street, Jordan, 5300 2682
Tonkotsu ramen at Kamitora Tonkotsu Ramen
Be warned – once you’ve had Kamitora’s tonkotsu ramen, there’s no going back to other ramen shops. The eatery’s signature ramen comes in an incredibly rich, creamy pork-bone broth with a depth of flavour that only hours of slow-cooking can achieve. Complemented with crunchy bamboo shoots, homemade meatballs, and thin, buttery slices of roast pork, this classic bowl is a standout.
Kamitora Tonkotsu Ramen, G/F, Antung Building, 6–16 Tai Wong Street East, Wan Chai, 2811 0338
Beef hor fun at Ho Hung Kee
Decorated with a glitzy Michelin star, Ho Hung Kee is dressed like a princess’ bedroom adorned with Tiffany blue and silver colours. Mastering their congee and noodle offerings, the restaurant’s beef hor fun is unlike any other in the city. Glistening in the light with a fatty glaze, the rice noodles hold a strong umami flavour, with the perfect bounce of wok-hei-fried striploin.
Ho Hung Kee, Shop 1204–1205, 12/F, Hysan Place, 500 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay, 2577 6060
Doggie noodles at Block 18 Doggie’s Noodle
Popularised during the 1950s and 60s in Hong Kong, the doggie noodles sold at the namesake chain of Block 18 Doggie’s Noodle are still an instant hit with Hong Kongers. The rice noodles are thick and soak up the broth of the robust pork-bone soup, flavoured with dried shrimp, garlic, and preserved vegetables.
Block 18 Doggie’s Noodle, multiple locations across Hong Kong
