But don’t you worry! We’ve trawled through Hong Kong to scope out the city’s best sports bars for watching live sporting events, paired with great food, beer, cocktails, and company.

The best sports bars in Hong Kong

Wan Chai Stadium

Smack dab in the middle of the Wan Chai bar strip, Wan Chai Stadium is a top choice for watching live sports in Hong Kong. From rugby to football, F1 to golf, the British-style pub boasts seven TVs, with two 100-inch screens, to project every live sports game before they shut at 3AM.

Wan Chai Stadium, Shop A3, G/F, Hay Wah Building, 72–76 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 3579 4466

The Globe

Hong Kong’s original gastropub in Central is very sports friendly, hosting mostly football and rugby matches at the spacious venue. Bookings are compulsory for The Globe’s sofa area with its sizable flat-screen TV, whilst it’s also recommended to sit in front of the projectors and big TVs in the main dining area. 

The Globe, G/F, Garley Building, 45–53A Graham Street, Central, 2543 1941, book here

Top House

Front and centre in Tsim Sha Tsui East along the harbour, Top House ranks as a suitable venue for watching live sporting events in south Kowloon. When the weather permits, the pub’s wide selection of international draught and bottled beers complements watching your favourite team play on the outdoor patio in front of the big outdoor screens.

Top House, Shop 14–15, LG/F, Wing On Plaza, 62 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 5175 9053

Forbes 36 Sports Bar

With six large TV screens and a surround-sound system wrapping the bar, Kennedy Town favourite Forbes 36 Sports Bar is a well-suited pick for watching sports on Hong Kong Island. They close their doors at 2AM, ideal if your teams are playing late.

Forbes 36 Sports Bar, 56 Forbes Street, Kennedy Town, WhatsApp 9845 5472

The Blind Pig

Located just off Sai Wan Ho, The Blind Pig matches a meaty gastropub menu with fresh draught beer and sports. The neighbourhood bar shows football, rugby, golf, and MMA on their three large TVs. The doors shut at 10PM, so be aware of timings if you’re intent on watching games starting later in Hong Kong’s time zone.

The Blind Pig, Shop B12–14A, G/F, Site B, SOHO east, 45 Tai Hong Street, Lei King Wan, Sai Wan Ho, 2707 0002, book here

Centrico

Centrico is can be found on the corner of Lockhart and Luard Roads, welcoming all to watch live sports at their buzzy bar. Multiple flat-screen TVs line the bar, along with comfortable seating and bar snacks to enjoy the games. They close nightly at 4AM, meaning you can zoom in on almost every sports game hosted in other time zones.

Centrico, G/F, Wan Chai Central Building, 89 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 2383 8209, book here

The Spot Bar

Located just around the corner from The Globe on Staunton Street, The Spot Bar shows American football, football, rugby, and F1 games on their 65-inch screen. The bar is cosy enough to ensure everyone is afforded a good view. They have draught beer and house cocktails to drink whilst watching your favourite teams. 

The Spot Bar, 32A Staunton Street, Soho, Central, 2416 5588/2530 2877, book here

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As Cantonese is the dominant cuisine in Hong Kong, there’s no shortage of reputable Cantonese eateries in the city. This list places a spotlight on the cream of the Cantonese crop, the fine-dining restaurants to book when you’re searching for impeccable local flavours and don’t mind splashing out.

Hong Kong’s top fine-dining Cantonese restaurants 

The Chairman Restaurant

Perhaps THE most difficult reservation to clinch in Hong Kong – it’s already fully booked until the end of 2024 – The Chairman is a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant that topped Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2021 and now sits pretty at number 4. The vibe might not be as fancy and the plating not as Instagram-perfect as others on this list, but these debatable shortcomings don’t stop locals and tourists from flocking here for a taste of owner Danny Yip and chef Kwok Keung Tung’s innovative flavour combinations, including the one-and-only steamed fresh flowery crab with aged Shaoxing wine, fragrant chicken oil, and flat rice noodles. To get the full experience, the price tag is around HKD1,380 per diner.

The Chairman, 3/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central, 2555 2202, WhatsApp 5501 5102

Hong Kong Cuisine 1983

Hong Cuisine 1983 is the deserving winner of our Foodie Forks 2024 Best Chinese Restaurant award, crowned by us owing to chef Silas Li’s progressive East-meets-West approach to Cantonese cuisine, merging French techniques with Chinese ingredients and recipes. If you order the dinner tasting menu (HKD2,180), be sure to supplement with a few of chef Silas’ à-la-carte signatures, including the trio of baked mini crab shells (HKD460), caramelised sweet-and-sour pork with crispy pork lard (HKD380), and crispy chicken (HKD680), which must be pre-ordered at least a day in advance. The chef’s Frenchified desserts can’t be missed; we’re big fans of the mango mousse with coconut sauce, mango sauce, pomelo, sago, meringue, and frozen pomelo drops (HKD150) for an elevated take on the classic mango pomelo sago pudding.

Hong Kong Cuisine 1983, 1/F, Elegance Court, 2–4 Tsoi Tak Street, Happy Valley, 2893 3788, WhatsApp 9029 2093, book here

T’ang Court

The first of the three-Michelin-starred Cantonese establishments to grace our list, T’ang Court at The Langham hotel has been going strong for over three decades, which might explain its plush but somewhat dating-looking burgundy- and gold-toned decor. Chef Wong Chi Fai crafts Cantonese culinary masterpieces here. The stir-fried lobster with spring onion, red onion, and shallot (HKD1,380), baked stuffed crab shell with crabmeat, onion, and cream sauce (HKD360), and stir-fried diced Wagyu beef with spring onion and wasabi (HKD680) are our top recommendations – or you can go the whole hog and order the tasting menu (HKD3,280 pp).

T’ang Court, 1/F & 2/F, The Langham, Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2132 7898, book here

WING

Chef Vicky Cheng has come up trumps with his second opening following Chinese-French fine-diner VEA (located just one floor upstairs). At WING, the chef offers a more classic Cantonese touch through his own personal interpretations of traditional recipes. Chef Vicky chooses his ingredients fresh each morning, using them to craft a refined seasonal tasting menus (HKD1,980 pp/HKD2,980 pp) that currently features dishes including smoked eggplant with house-made sour sauce, fragrant Alaskan chilli crab with crispy cheung fun, and dry-aged baby pigeon smoked over sugar cane.

WING, 29/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central, 2711 0063, book here

The Legacy House

Another stunning Cantonese fine-diner housed within a luxury hotel, Rosewood Hong Kong’s The Legacy House is one to bookmark if you want to impress that special someone; it offers the winning trifecta of exceptional Cantonese cuisine, sophisticated interiors, and sweeping harbour views. The Michelin-starred restaurant’s dinner tasting menus (from HKD1,680 pp) showcase an abundance of luxurious under-the-sea ingredients, from abalone and fish maw to spotted garoupa and sea cucumber. Chef Li Chi Wai’s stir-fried fish noodle with dried sole, bean sprout, and mushroom (HKD320) is a go-to for its bouncy texture and umami flavours. For carnivores, the roasted goose (HKD338/HKD568) is a popular choice.

The Legacy House, 5/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3891 8732, book here

Duddell’s

Duddell’s is a stylish spot that encompasses a Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant, more laid-back salon-style dining area with attached garden terrace, members-only lounge, and showroom for art exhibitions and cultural talks. On the fine-dining side, the dinner tasting menu (HKD1,588 pp) presents a flourish of seasonal delights by chef Chan Yau-Leung, with an emphasis on local sourcing. The fried shredded shrimp with fresh crabmeat, Chinese ham, egg, and bean sprout (HKD468) is a showpiece of the chef’s knife skills. The sensational barbecued pork selection (HKD368) comes with two varieties: traditional honey-glazed and a spicy version marinated with Sichuan peppercorn and chilli. Duddell’s free-flow dim sum weekend brunch (HKD638 pp) is legendary.

Duddell’s, 3/F & 4/F, 1 Duddell Street, Central, 2525 9191, book here

Forum Restaurant

Three-Michelin-starred Forum is possibly the priciest Cantonese restaurant in town, founded nearly five decades ago by master chef Yeung Koon-yat, whose signature abalone dishes are now world-famous. Today, executive chef Adam Wong is the man whipping up the braised Ah Yat abalone with dried seafood (HKD2,980), roasted pork belly with Tai O shrimp paste (HKD330), deep-fried crispy chicken (HKD680), baked bird’s nest in crab shell (HKD720), and more signature dishes. A wide range of set and banquet menus can be ordered too, including several Ah Yat abalone premium menus (from HK27,288 per table of 12).

Forum Restaurant, 1/F, Sino Plaza. 255–257 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 2869 8282, WhatsApp 6061 1682, book here 

Ming Court (Cordis)

Cordis hotel’s Ming Court has recorded an astounding 16 years as a Michelin-starred restaurant, in no small part owing to the expertise of chef Li Yuet Faat. The chef is dedicated to showcasing Cantonese cuisine at its most authentic, utilising premium local ingredients and time-honoured culinary techniques. For example, the lobster is sourced in Sai Kung, whilst the air-dried seafood comes from Lamma Island. Chef Yuet Faat’s standout dish is the barbecued supreme pork loin (HKD338) made with Hong Kong heritage pork. Another winning BBQ option comes in the form of the grilled eel with Chinese angelica (HKD288). Ming Court’s six-course Michelin degustation dinner (HKD1,456 pp) is an ideal way to sample the restaurant’s most lauded dishes.

Ming Court, 6/F, Cordis, Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai Street, Mong Kok, 3552 3300, book here

Chinesology

This swanky Cantonese hotspot at ifc mall is celebrating its second anniversary this year, with culinary director Saito Chau continuing his revival of “glorious Chinese cuisine.” At Chinesology, classic Cantonese flavours are innovated by chef Saito, and he brings a sense of artistry to the plate. Be sure to order the minced stonefish soup with fish maw and tangerine peel (HKD198), chilled jumbo razor clam with chilli sauce (HKD328), and smoked free-range chicken with osmanthus and oolong (HKD398/HKD788). You can instead opt for one of the seasonal tasting menus (from HKD788 pp) for a bit of everything. Chinesology’s drink programme is just as progressive as the food. Notably, the mixologists infuse Chinese herbs into their eye-catching cocktails, complemented by an extensive international wine list. 

Chinesology, Shop 3101, 3/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, 6809 2299, book here

Above & Beyond

Above & Beyond at Hotel ICON is a restaurant that we feel deserves more love. It’s worth travelling to eastern Tsim Sha Tsui for the eatery’s sky-high 360-degree harbour views and quality fine-dining Cantonese menu by chef Chi Ki Wong. The chef delivers authentic Cantonese flavours but mixes things up through the use of global ingredients and techniques, as in the stir-fried venison with lamb and fig (HKD328), an autumnal special, and the signature wok-fried lobster with egg white and black truffle (HKD368) and stir-fried pork tenderloin with balsamic vinegar and osmanthus-poached pear (HKD288). If you prefer a Cantonese tasting menu, the seafood set (HKD988 pp) is the way to go.

Above & Beyond, 28/F, Hotel ICON, 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 3400 1318, book here

Lai Ching Heen

Lai Ching Heen made a triumphant return to its original name when the Cantonese restaurant reopened at the rebranded Regent Hong Kong hotel in early 2023 (at the hotel’s formation incarnation as the InterContinental, it was known as Yan Toh Heen). Now crowned with two Michelin stars, the elegant interior is absolutely breathtaking, inspired by a jade jewellery box, and offers incredible views. Executive chef Lau Yiu Fai boasts more than 30 years of experience at the hotel, and it’s his prestigious dinner menu (HKD2,288 pp) that truly knocks our socks off. The Buddha Jumps over the Wall dish, starring double-boiled abalone, fish maw, sea cucumber, and conpoy, Kagoshima Wagyu combination, and steamed rock rice with garoupa fillet and preserved vegetables display the pinnacle of expertly prepared, high-quality ingredients.

Lai Ching Heen, G/F, Regent Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2313 2313, book here

One Harbour Road

The Grand Hyatt hotel’s One Harbour Road’s high ceilings and bright and airy 1930s-style decor equate to serene elegance. In the signature set menu (HKD1,588 pp), chef Chan Hon-cheong, who is passionate about the use of local produce and sustainable seafood, whips up inventive dishes such as a duo of lobster featuring deep-fried Boston lobster claw with shrimp mousse and spicy pepper salt and braised lobster with minced pork, egg, and spicy sour sauce for a complementary contrast of flavours. Moving from meaty to plant based, the appetisers of crispy suckling pig with foie gras mousse and caviar (HKD368) and crispy black mushroom with osmanthus honey sauce (HKD138) are superb dishes to kick-start the palate.

One Harbour Road, 7/F & 8/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2584 7722, book here

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If you’re in the mood for a drink in the stimulating foreground of Hong Kong’s sky-high beauty, read down for our recommendations of the best rooftop bars in the city.

The best rooftop bars in Hong Kong

OZONE

The world’s highest rooftop bar, OZONE is our ultimate treat in Hong Kong, pleasing us with almighty views of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon below. Fit with a surround-sound music system and live DJs, OZONE’s cocktails are some to marvel at. One of Hong Kong’s most expensive cocktails, The Secret Garden (HKD398) meets the appropriate luxury of The Ritz, mixing Tanqueray gin, Grand Marnier, milk-clarified Aperol with grapefruit, citrus, and oak-wood smoke. The bar holds a wealth of gin, tequila, vodka, single malt, rum, cognac, and wine stored for inventive creations. 

OZONE, 118/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2263 2270, book here

WAV ROOFTOP 

Recently opened WAV is making waves in Soho as The Trilogy nightclub takes over the former space of CARBON to reinvigorate H Code with glam relaxation. The 270-degree rooftop bar treats party-goers to views north of the city and the lights of nearby Mid-Levels. We recommend posting yourself up at the standing tables closer to the harbour or hide under the plush cabanas sharing fruity cocktails, wine, and champagne with friends. 

WAV ROOFTOP, 26/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Soho, Central, book here

Popinjays

One of the city’s largest terrace and rooftop bars, Popinjays sizes up 420 square metres for beautiful happy-hour sips and partying through the night at The Murray’s uber-cool hang-out spot. The bar is open on weekdays till 12AM and weekends till 2AM. Amongst their wide selection of beer, wine, gin, and champagne, their classic Popinjays cocktail Jungle Bird (HKD158) is a tropical mix of rum, mezcal, Campari, and warm fruit flavours. Side Car (HKD168) mixes camomile tea-infused Hennessy VSOP with orange liquor and lemon, a real exclusive tipple.

Popinjays, 26/F, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, 3141 8888, book here

Sugar

Head eastwards to Taikoo Shing for the magic at Sugar, EAST Hong Kong’s glamorous rooftop bar boasting a wide vista of the east side of Kowloon and cool mountain range. The bar menu is beefy and offers classic pours, wine, sundowners, and draught beer. Sugar’s “The SS Journey” is one to watch, featuring planetary-inspired cocktails, including the gin-forward and creamy Earth (HKD135), mezcal- and Tabasco-filled Jupiter (HKD145), and VitaSoy- and whisky-binded Planet X (HKD155).

Sugar, 32/F, EAST Hong Kong, 29 Taikoo Shing Road, Quarry Bay, 3968 3738, book here 

SKYE

The Park Lane hotel’s rooftop bar SKYE is sat beside Victoria Park and provides completely unobstructed, sweeping views of Victoria Harbour, central Hong Kong Island, and Kowloon opposite. The massive terrace is ablaze with blue light, pairing with the magical cocktails for a cool night of drinking. Open till 12:30AM, SKYE holds a creative star sign cocktail menu, with our favourites being the Grey Goose-marshmallow-passion-fruit mix known as Gemini (HKD120) and Taurus (HKD140), made with Casamigos tequila, citrus, and beef jerky.

SKYE, 27/F, The Park Lane Hong Kong, 310 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 2839 3327, book here

Cruise Restaurant & Bar

Located in North Point, Cruise brings together a cosy pan-Asian restaurant and  spacious outdoor terrace bar that captures both the imposing IFC and ICC skyscraping towers and the lights dotting the city. Beverage manager Mack Ross’s new “Sip Trip” cocktail menu pays homage to legendary Hong Kong flavours. Try the Gai Daan Jai Old Fashioned (HKD118) with egg-waffle bourbon, brown sugar, and cacao bitters and Little Fujian (HKD118), blending gin, Lapsang Souchong tea, Aperol, and lime.

Cruise Restaurant & Bar, 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, 3896 9898, book here

Eyebar

Eyebar creates the magic at this rooftop bar framing the fabulous Hong Kong skyline on its terrace, looking spectacular at night when the sky lights up with colour and brightness. Our recommendations for fruity and special cocktails are Pomelo Fair (HKD120), uniting the flavours of Dewar’s 12 Scotch whisky with fresh grapefruit, yuzu wine, and lime, and Blueberry Smash (HKD120), bringing Bombay Sapphire gin to play with coriander, blueberry, and lemon.

Eyebar, 30/F, iSQUARE, 63 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2487 3988 (no bookings)

Red Sugar

Sat atop the Kerry Hotel in Hung Hom, Red Sugar may seem to be away from the action, but its distance from Tsim Sha Tsui or Central’s bar scene allows for a stunning view of the sun setting from it’s expansive rooftop terrace, one of the largest in Hong Kong. Try the Pomelo & Dill (HKD128) signature cocktail for notes of elderflower, dill, and pomelo, or the Rhubarb (HKD128) with a strong vanilla finish with rum. 

Red Sugar, 7/F, Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom, 2252 5281, book here

KABOOM

Fusion dining restaurant KABOOM is a relatively new entrant to the rooftop bar space in Hong Kong, opening last year in September and already wowing bargoers in the westside of Tsim Sha Tsui. Cocktails at this spot one to celebrate, including the Damn Pissed Off! (HKD128), fruity with a base of vodka, Life Sucks, Let’s Get Drunk! (HKD128) with rum and calamansi juice, the house gin & tonic I Don’t Want To Go Home (HKD128).

KABOOM, 20/F, Prince Tower, 12A Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3708 8114

TopTown

TopTown, paired up with its downstairs Italian-American restaurant sibling Oro, serves the cheapest happy hour in Hong Kong. The Manhattan Prohibition happy hour at this rooftop bar has drinks starting at HKD10 for your first glass Monday through Saturday, and HKD50 for your next. A cover charge of HKD50 is included from 5PM to 9PM on Fridays and Saturdays with their new jazz performances lasting until early evening.

TopTown, 31/F, 28 Stanley Street, Central, 2133 5769

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The best bubble tea in Hong Kong

HEYTEA

HEYTEA came from humble beginnings in Guangzhou and now boasts stores all over China – and six in Hong Kong! The Chinese brand is known for something very special indeed: its signature Cheezo tea. In recent years, the admittedly strange-sounding cheese tea has grown in popularity, and we can see why. HEYTEA’s cheese topping is made with cream cheese and condensed milk, which adds an extra layer of indulgence in the form of this sweet and tangy foam. If you’re sceptical, there are cheeseless varieties at HEYTEA – the Fruity Boom teas are wonderfully refreshing – but we recommend giving the Cheezo a go. 

HEYTEA, multiple locations across Hong Kong 

CHICHA San Chen

Award-winning Taiwanese brand CHICHA San Chen has been going strong for over quarter of a century, even developing its own teapresso machine, LION, to extract the best flavour from its six types of tea (green, black, cassia black, osmanthus oolong, dong ding oolong, and high mountain pouchong). To order a bubble tea at CHICHA San Chen, there are three steps. First select your preferred tea type, then add on a flavour, such as honey, lemon, or passion fruit, to the mix. Finally, it’s time to choose a topping, ranging from konjac to taro balls. Like most shops specialising in bubble tea, you can also customise the amount of sugar and ice added.

CHICHA San Chen, multiple locations across Hong Kong

POT•ION HOUSE

Last spring, home-grown brand POT•ION HOUSE debuted in Wan Chai as the first jelly-based bubble tea concept in Hong Kong, and it now boasts two smart locations on Hong Kong Island and one in Kowloon. All the delicious bubble tea concoctions are made with ingredients from Taiwan, featuring signature jellies like peach-infused black tea jelly, jasmine green tea jelly, and soybean milk jelly. Our ideal combination is the Jin Xuan alpine tea with apricot kernel jelly, which is refreshing and fragrant.

POT•ION HOUSE, multiple locations across Hong Kong

The Alley

With just one tiny shop located opposite iSQUARE in Tsim Sha Tsui, The Alley is a Taiwanese brand with an iconic deer logo that has made a splash in Hong Kong’s booming boba scene. The Alley’s house-made sugar-cane syrup really makes a difference in the addictive sweetness of its drinks. The Crunchy Milk series is a big hit, especially the Crunchy Milk tea with brown sugar jelly, as is the Snow Velvet peach oolong with its creamy cheese topping. 

The Alley, Shop F, G/F, Alpha House, 27–33 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2157 9267 

Chun Shui Tang

The inventor of the actual concept of bubble tea, Chun Shui Tang deserves a prominent place on our list, with the brand founded in Taichung in 1983 under the name Yanghsien Tea Shop. Chun Shui Tang’s extensive menu of cold tea beverages presents a variety of teas and flavours, alongside a food menu of traditional Taiwanese dishes like braised beef noodles, spicy beef tripe, and deep-fried chicken wings. On the tea front, the pearl milk tea is a deserving bestseller, showcasing all-natural and delectably chewy tapioca balls. If you’re not all boba’ed out, the tea-based desserts are also winners, in particular the tieguanyin tea-flavoured cake with brown sugar pearls.

Chun Shui Tang, multiple locations across Hong Kong

Silk.

Founded as a tribute to the heritage of Hong Kong milk tea, Silk. is a burgeoning local brand that uses a secret 50-year-recipe to craft its beloved milk tea, which is literally as smooth as silk. The Smooth King is a well-balanced signature for good reason, delivering a mixture of milk tea and plump black boba topped with a cheese “cloud” and bits of honeycomb. On the lighter side, the Silky Starburst is a fruity delight of four seasons oolong tea, grapefruit, orange, passion fruit sherbet, and agar crystals.

Silk., multiple locations across Hong Kong

COMEBUYTEA

COMEBUYTEA is another Taiwanese brand with a long history, this time dating back to 2002 and now operating hundreds of shops around the world. The chain stands out from the pack in Hong Kong with its locations displaying large glass canisters containing different types of hand-picked tea from across Asia, as well as its showpiece teapresso machines. The number-one order here is the evaporated milk roasted oolong tea, which comes with a foamy “creamccino” topping and boba made of taro and yam.

COMEBUYTEA, multiple locations across Hong Kong

KOI Thé

Extremely popular in its native Taiwan, KOI Thé is preferred for its precision and consistency, and its baristas are stringently trained in every aspect of the bubble tea-making process, from the ideal ratio of tea to water for brewing to the optimal amount of ice in each drink. KOI’s bouncy boba, made with natural ingredients, is well loved for its signature golden sheen. The golden bubble milk tea is a must-order here, whilst the caramel biscuit milk tea adds another layer of rich sweetness.

KOI Thé, Shop KOW 62, Kowloon MTR Station, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2708 8831  

KOI Thé, Shop 6, G/F, Dundas Square, 43H Dundas Street, Mong Kok, 2385 8518 

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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

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Hong Kong’s diverse hotpot scene has something to suit every palate, so dive into Foodie’s guide to the ultimate hotpot restaurants in the city.

The best hotpot restaurants in Hong Kong

Megan’s Kitchen

Well known for almost two decades for its innovative soup bases made with fresh, top-notch ingredients, Megan’s Kitchen is a long-time Bib Gourmand recipient. More off-piste signatures include the tomato and crab soup in soufflé finish, which includes a whole fresh flower crab, and the Thai-Italian fusion tom yum koong cappuccino. Each year, the Cantonese restaurant unleashes a brand-new hotpot series, and now it’s South Korea’s turn. New broths include the galbitang soup with Korean short rib and radish and Korean kimchi rice cake tofu soup, complemented by dippers including handmade Korean meatballs and dumplings and Hanwoo beef.

Megan’s Kitchen, 5/F, Lucky Centre, 165–171 Wan Chai Road, Wan Chai, 2866 8305, WhatsApp 6424 5786, book here

Haidilao

This is mainland China’s largest hotpot chain, opened in Sichuan province in 1994 and now operating over 1,000 locations in China and around 100 outposts around the world. Haidilao offers many soup base varieties, from the classic pork tripe and chicken soup to a chilli-laden pepper-flavoured soup, as well as dozens of dipping sauces at their self-service condiment bar. On top of the high-quality food, the hotpot chain is equally famed for its service. To make customers feel pampered whilst waiting in the long queues, Haidilao provides complimentary manicures, free snacks and drinks, and small toy gifts for kids. Once seated, we’re always entertained by the dramatic noodle-pulling demos, mask-changing performances, and robot servers. If you’re celebrating a birthday at Haidilao, you’ll get the rock-star treatment (though keep the news to yourself if you’re easily embarrassed).

Haidilao, multiple locations across Hong Kong

Market Hotpot

If you’re looking for a down-to-earth hotpot option, Market Hotpot is the place for you. The wet-market interior design features meat and seafood stalls, and the fit-out of the restaurant is minimal, with big, round tables covered by sheets of plastic and red-capped bulbs dangling from the ceiling. The fragrant chicken and fish maw soup is the go-to order here, adored by locals for its thick, collagen-rich texture. Market Hotpot is consistent with its quality control, hand-selecting its fresh ingredients every day.

Market Hotpot, 8/F, H8, 8 Hau Fook Street, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2782 2003, book here

Coucou Hotpot • Tea Break

A hip brand from Taiwan, Coucou has shaken things up by combining hotpot with bubble tea. The chain is beloved for its comfortable, stylish surrounds and attentive service. We recommend ordering one of Coucou’s great-value set menus, which include a double broth – perhaps twinning the signature Taiwanese-style spicy broth with the coconut with chicken broth – choice of meat, seafood platter, vegetables, meatballs (the penguin-shaped cuttlefish balls are too cute), and staple items (the fried dough sticks are a guilty pleasure). You can ask for unlimited refills of the spicy tofu and duck blood added to the soup, if that’s your thing,

Coucou Hotpot • Tea Break, multiple locations across Hong Kong

Lau Haa Hot Pot Restaurant

With its nostalgic 1970s vibe, retro Lau Haa has gained notoriety for its vibrant neon sign on Lockhart Road, reading 樓下火鍋飯店 (underground hotpot restaurant). The basement eatery, decked out like a vintage dai pai dong, is very spacious. Showcasing over 20 soup bases, the seafood is particularly recommended. Lau Haa has lots of dipping options for the adventurous eaters amongst us, be that drunken pig brain, ox throat, chicken heart, or beef stomach. On the more traditional side, we rate the comforting fried dough sticks with shrimp paste and cuttlefish balls with cheese.

Lau Haa Hot Pot Restaurant, Shop A, B/F & G/F, Block A, Lockhart House, 441 Lockhart Road, Causeway Bay, 2214 9388, book here

Wulao

Wulao is another acclaimed Taiwanese hotpot brand that’s made a splash in Hong Kong, opening branches on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon. Chinese medicinal herbs are used to craft Wulao’s two signature soup bases – creamy white soup made with chicken and pork bones and spicy soup – which imparts a unique sweetness; order a twin pot to savour the pair. The chain’s moreish “breaded” tofu is added to each pot, and you can top up on this and the duck blood as many times as you fancy.

Wulao, 5/F, V POINT, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, 2633 3586, book here

Wulao, Shop 703, 7/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2699 3168, book here

Big JJ Seafood Hotpot

Known as one of Hong Kong’s hardest-to-snag bookings, Big JJ serves up hotpot in the evenings (lunchtime is reserved for local rice and noodle plates) to raucous groups. This cult-fave eatery, opened at the beginning of the pandemic, has an unbeatably friendly vibe, styled after a dai pai dong. Go for the signature pot with pork bone, knuckle, and clam or black chicken, coconut, and goji and be sure to pre-order (one day in advance) the freshly slaughtered castrated local yellow beef, sublime in texture and flavour.

Big JJ Seafood Hotpot, G/F, Wo On Building, 9 Wo On Lane, Central, 2388 6982, WhatsApp 9725 9926, book here

Big Boil’s Club (North Point)

This hotpot restaurant themed after the Qing Dynasty allows patrons to dine in a palace-like atmosphere in North Point, mimicking royal meals from more than 200 years ago. Big Boil’s Club’s ingredients are as luxurious as the decor and tableware. For the soup base, the chicken and fish maw soup and clam soup are the standouts. Also recommended are the handmade meatballs and salted egg yolk fish skin. Big Boil’s Club is a spot for wowing with hotpot.

Big Boil’s Club, Shop 116–125, 1/F, Marble Garden, 33 Marble Road, North Point, 2331 3838, WhatsApp 6557 6704, book here

Panyin Shabu

A hotpot top list can’t be complete without a mention of shabu-shabu, the Japanese version of hotpot. Our shabu-shabu gold-medal winner is Panyin Shabu in Causeway Bay. Set in a relaxed, modern space, we always enjoy the quality, good-value shabu-shabu here. Our go-to order is the classic Kanto-style sukiyaki soup for clean, pure flavours or the yuzu pepper soup for a bit of a kick. The Japanese A4 Black Wagyu is a must for dunking.

Panyin Shabu, Shop 6–7, G/F, Dandenong Mansion, 379–389 Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay, 9882 3061, book here

Victorian Era

Home-grown Victorian Era is a sleek 1950s-style hotpot restaurant with branches in Causeway Bay, Jordan, and Tsuen Wan that’s been an Instagram darling from the get-go. The pots and accompanying dishes are garnished with fresh flowers, setting Victorian Era apart with its beautiful presentation. The eatery’s soup bases are seriously inventive, from the seafood in sake broth with gold foil to the squab and Yunnan mushroom soup. In terms of dippers, the seasonal fresh fish sashimi, Japanese A5 Wagyu chuck, and colourful rainbow dumplings are highlights.

Victorian Era, multiple locations across Hong Kong

Chaotianmen Hot Pot

Established Chongqing hotpot restaurant Chaotianmen – one of China’s top 10 hotpot brands – has recently landed in Hong Kong, opening a grand restaurant smack dab in the heart of Lan Kwai Fong. As elsewhere, we like to order a double pot here for variety, opting for the tomato umami broth and spicy Sichuan broth. The meat showcased at Chaotianmen is utterly supreme in quality, especially the beef neck and A4 Wagyu loin. Each meat, seafood, and vegetable order is presented on ice, to preserve freshness, inside castle-shaped chests.

Chaotianmen, UG/F, California Tower, 30–32 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, 9833 0177, book here

Beauty in The Pot

Hailing from Singapore, Beauty in The Pot debuted in Hong Kong as a member of Paradise Group, which also operates Paradise Classic and Paradise Dynasty. This decidedly feminine brand opened their princess-pink shop in Mong Kok in 2019. Before ordering, check out Beauty in The Pot’s fully stocked sauce station and health-conscious drink, salad, hotpot dipper, and dessert buffet selections. Signature bases include the skin-rejuvenating collagen broth and spicy nourishing soup. For hotpot fans with kids in tow, the indoor playground with CCTV should keep the little ones entertained whilst you chow down.

Beauty in The Pot, Shop 803, 8/F, Gala Place, 56 Dundas Street, Mong Kok, 3162 8238, book here

Fall in Thai

If you’re craving something a bit different from the hotpot norm, check out Thai-style hotpot brand Fall in Thai, a stylish Mainland China import that launched in Hong Kong last autumn. Upon first taste, we fell head over heels for the chain’s signature tom yum goong shrimp broth and coconut milk chicken broth, which are tangy, spicy, sweet, aromatic perfection. The service and attention to detail at Fall in Thai are also worthy of mention – all at a reasonable price point.

Fall in Thai, Shop 708, 7/F, Phase I, New Town Plaza, 18 Sha Tin Centre Street, Sha Tin, 2618 0992

Fall in Thai, Shop L514, 5/F, AIRSIDE, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, 2381 0266

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On your next trip to explore this interesting neighbourhood, here are our recommendations for the best restaurants in Admiralty, from chowing down on affordable lunches, to gorging on buffets, to enjoying the finer meals in life.

The best restaurants in Admiralty

cafe TOO

Located inside the luxe Island Shangri-La, cafe TOO is Admiralty’s premium buffet, sampling treasures from Japan, Australia, the Americas, Italy, and even locally in Hong Kong, including home-grown Yat Lok Roast Goose and On Lee Noodle. Weekday lunch buffets begin at HKD508 and weekend dinner buffets cost HKD868 upwards. Indulge in tasty plates of char kway teow, kung pao chicken, pomodoro pasta, tuna niçoise salad, fresh sashimi, and lots more.

cafe TOO, 7/F, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, 2820 8571, book here

Cô Thành 

Originally located on the quaint street of Kau U Fong in Central, Cô Thành relocated to Admiralty in 2022, expanding their space and menu. Here you can enjoy the rich and deep flavours of Saigon. To get started, try the beef and pork broth of bún bò huế (HKD138), dig your teeth into a bánh mì bò lá lốt (HKD118) for the flavours of betel leaf, grilled beef, and pâté, and enjoy a classic phở tái băm (HKD138) with beef-bone broth and premium rare beef. You must end your meal with kem chuối (HKD58), or banana and coconut ice cream.

Cô Thành, Shop 123, 1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 7073 7735, book here

Thai Basil

Thai Basil is a fine-casual restaurant that suits a lengthy lunch, slightly hidden away from Pacific Place’s bustle, offering vibrant flavours that are rich in coconut and chilli. Dive deep into the pigeon fried organic wild rice (HKD148), chargrilled cod with red curry (HKD288), wok-fried mussels in tom yum sauce (HKD268), and Thai oyster cake (HKD188. Save room for the purple sticky rice (HKD72) for dessert.

Thai Basil, Shop 112, 1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2537 4682

Emmer Pizzeria & Café

Emmer Pizzeria & Café is located in the gardens above Pacific Place and serves a healthy menu packed with Italian pizzas and panini made with organic ingredients, fresh salads, wine, and incredible coffee. On those perfect-weather days, sit outside and enjoy a classic margherita pizza (HKD108) and serving of baked meatballs (HKD88). The baked eggs and chorizo (HKD95) and green shakshuka (HKD89) are musts for weekend brunch.

Emmer Pizzeria & Café, Shop 407, 4/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2780 1110, book here

LockCha

Beyond Pacific Place and the hotel-heavy side of Admiralty, teahouse LockCha is well suited for a lazy lunch amongst the greenery of Hong Kong Park. From the vegetarian dim sum menu, you should order the pan-fried rice roll with XO sauce (HKD38), pan-fried turnip cake (HKD38/2pcs), enoki and veggie steamed dumpling (HKD30/2pcs), and ginger xiao long bao (HKD58/3pcs).

LockCha, G/F, KS Lo Gallery, Hong Kong Park, 10 Cotton Tree Drive, Admiralty, 2801 7177, book here

The Hawk & Aster

Serving the well-heeled shoppers of Pacific Place, open-fronted The Hawk & Aster reflects differently in the mega-mall with a bright all-day-dining programme and strong selection of French wine, cocktails, and beer. On their concise menu, the fish sandwich (HKD185) is ideal for a juicy, salty bite, so too with the Wagyu burger (HKD240), made with 100% Ozaki beef. The Avruga smoked caviar tater tots (HKD125) are a rare fun item to eat. We always order the grilled spring chicken (HKD220), which comes with the perfect mashed potatoes drenched with chicken jus.

The Hawk & Aster, Shop 008, LG1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3501 8557, book here

Ippudo

Ippudo is a top ramen chain in Hong Kong, specialising in a full-bodied pork broth made with the bones and gizzards of the animal. Their signature ultra-thin Maruha Mensen #24 noodles from Hakata are a must-order at the Admiralty spot. For slurping an aromatic tonkotsu broth, we recommend you order the shiromaru motoaji (HKD58) or akamaru shinaji (HKD62), both paired with bouncy noodles and pork belly. Get the Ippudo gyoza (HKD48/HKD62) and karaage (HKD35) to balance out the meal.

Ippudo, Shop F04–F06, 1/F, Lab Concept, Queensway Plaza, 93 Queensway, Admiralty, 2527 3526

Restaurant Petrus

Restaurant Petrus at Island Shangri-La shocks the fancy-dining game in Admiralty with views not offered by many other restaurants in Hong Kong, let alone Michelin-starred venues. The menu, crafted by seasoned chef Uwe Opocensky, sees a fine French touch flow throughout all aspects of the restaurant. The good-value Experience lunch menu (HKD498 pp) brings a collection of foie gras, three-yellow chicken, chocolate tart, and more to the elegant table. 

Restaurant Petrus, 56/F, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, 2820 8590, WhatsApp 9701 6539, book here

Salisterra

This Mediterranean fine-dining spot at The Upper House also boasts legendary views of its Hong Kong Island surroundings and far-sighted Kowloon. Salisterra fuses Italian, Greek, French, and Spanish recipes to highlight the strength of warm European cuisines. The prawn crudo (HKD228) and grilled octopus (HKD208) are light and refreshing dishes to kick off a meal here. The spinach ravioli (HKD178) transports us to sunnier times in the Med, as does the meloso rice (HKD248). End your meal with new culinary adviser Ricardo Chaneton’s signature pastafrola pie (HKD98), showcasing seasonal fruits.

Salisterra, 49/F, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3968 1106, book here

JW Café

Housed in the JW Marriott hotel, JW Café offers an expansive range of premium Cantonese classics, Japanese dishes, burgers, sandwiches, Asian favourites, and healthy desserts in its repertoire at this buffet restaurant. In terms of à-la-carte dishes, try the JW cheese and bacon beefburger (HKD220) if you want to feel that Marriott love. The restaurant’s chicken and abalone congee (HKD220) and Hainanese chicken rice (HKD280) are served to a high local standard. The all-day breakfast (HKD280) is our recommendation for the morning-loving folks.

JW Café, 5/F, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2810 8366, book here

La Vache!

Whilst mall dining might not be attractive to most diners, we recommend heading deeper inside the Pacific Place branch of La Vache! for a steakhouse experience that doesn’t feel like you’re dining where people are shopping. With only one thing on the menu – steak frites (HKD398 pp) – you cannot go wrong with a complicated order here. Bookings are highly recommended as everyone seems to want to get their fill of the eatery’s delicious entrecôte steak.

La Vache!, Shop 007, LG1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2801 6122, book here

Dim Sum Library

Contemporary dim sum is on show at Dim Sum Library, an all-day-dining spot located centrally on the first floor of Pacific Place. Elevated beyond your neighbourhood Cantonese haunts, both the lunch and dinner menus are expansive and rich with bold flavours. Our recommendations include the Wagyu beef puff with black pepper (HKD96/3pcs), crystal har gow (HKD75/3pcs), fried lamb fillet with chilli (HKD298), scallop fried rice (HKD208), wok-tossed kai lan (HKD148), and oolong crème brûlée (HKD65).

Dim Sum Library, Shop 124, 1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3643 0088, book here

AMMO

Hidden in the quaint botanical haven of Asia Society’s Hong Kong home, AMMO is a unique contemporary European restaurant that’s afforded a spacious venue in Admiralty, utilising prime imported ingredients to craft creative French, Italian, and other Western recipes. The à-la-carte menu features creative dishes such as French sea bass ceviche (HKD178), lobster macchiato (HKD148), Hong Kong typhoon shelter fettuccine (HKD318), aqua pazza bouillabaisse (HKD288), and slow-roasted suckling pig (HKD488). 

AMMO, LG/F, Asia Society Hong Kong, 9 Justice Drive, Admiralty, 2537 9888, WhatsApp 5260 2192, book here

Man Ho Chinese Restaurant

The ritzy and palatial Man Ho Chinese Restaurant is a stunner in Admiralty, owing to its preservation of refined Cantonese plates and a dining hall unique to the city. Crystal chandeliers hang from above whilst traditional food arrives at the table, albeit with modern presentation. The deep-fried Australian Wagyu beef cheek (HKD388), roasted goose with aged dried radish (HKD368), and steamed garoupa fillet and rice noodles (HKD258) are marvellous and full of flavour. 

Man Ho Chinese Restaurant, 3/F, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2810 8366, book here

BRICK LANE

Hong Kong’s long-running British restaurant brand BRICK LANE operates a fantastic location in Admiralty housed in Citic Tower with a great view to catch from their al fresco dining area. Specials like the BRICK LANE Full English (HKD158), fish and chips (HKD168), and smoked salmon eggs benedict (HKD118) make this restaurant a good choice for sampling London’s finest.

BRICK LANE, 4/F, Citic Tower, 1 Tim Mei Avenue, Admiralty, 2363 2500

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Gaining notoriety in the 20th century, cha chaan tengs grew across residential neighbourhoods, providing Hong Kongers with fast “Western” food displaying local Cantonese characteristics. Think French toast, scrambled egg sandwiches, macaroni chicken soup, pineapple buns, pork chop rice, and milk tea.

To dive into the historic food culture of classic local Cantonese cuisine, here are our top picks of the best cha chaan tengs in Hong Kong.

The best cha chaan tengs in Hong Kong

Australia Dairy Company (澳洲牛奶公司)

Think of cha chaan tengs in Hong Kong and Australia Dairy Company is one that  instantly comes to mind. Parked up in Jordan, this cha chaan teng sees a regular flow of local Kowlooners and tourists eager to sink their teeth into the signature fluffy scrambled egg, club sandwich, and macaroni soup and then dash out before being scolded by the service team, notorious for their rough-and-tough yet charming service.

Australia Dairy Company, 47 Parkes Street, Jordan, 2730 1356

Luen Wah Cafe (聯華茶餐廳)

Located on Centre Street in Sai Ying Pun, Luen Wah Cafe is a neighbourhood affair that sees a strong local patronage pass through its doors for a sampling of its sandwiches, soup bowls, and Chinese- and Western-inspired noodle and rice dishes. The staff at Luen Wah are affable and treat you like family if you frequent the café often enough. Their baked pork chop rice with tomato rocks.

Luen Wah Cafe, 28 Centre Street, Sai Ying Pun, 2540 1563

Kwong Ming Restaurant (肥仔銘茶餐廳)

San Po Kong might not be your go-to ‘hood for tasty bites, but Kwong Ming Restaurant exists here, and that’s a reason to make the trek. Famed for their whopping American pancakes, soy sauce macaroni noodles, and pork chop dishes, this cha chaan teng means business with its salty and sweet bites that fill your heart and tummy (but that will also make you sleepy afterwards).

Kwong Ming Restaurant, 9 Kam Wing Street, San Po Kong, 3542 5028

Lan Fong Yuen (蘭芳園)

Founded in 1952, Lan Fong Yuen predates many of its peers in Hong Kong’s cha chaan teng space, selling hearty and authentic Cantonese fare in Central. Sharing an open-air food stall offering their signature yuan yang, an intoxicating mix of tea and coffee, Lan Fong Yuen holds a small room indoors cooking great French toast, lemongrass chicken wings, pork buns, curry soup noodles, and lots more.

Lan Fong Yuen, 2 Gage Street, Central, 2544 3895/2854 0731

Mido Cafe (美都餐室)

Preserved in its mid-1900s shell, Mido Cafe is a cha chaan teng tale as old as the sub-cuisine itself, born in the era of Hong Kong’s first wave of cafés opening to serve this unique East-meets-West fare. Still retaining its original furniture, marbled floors, and art deco glass walls, Mido Cafe is a one-of-a-kind gem. We recommend trying the shrimp toast, baked pumpkin mushroom rice, beef noodles, and iced milk tea.

Mido Cafe, 63 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, 2384 6402

Tak Yu Restaurant (德如茶餐廳)

Tak Yu Restaurant in Starstreet Precinct is a rare local spot that has managed to survive the urbanisation and gentrification of the foodie-loving area. The service is bare bones, and the menu is straightforward, featuring classics of French toast, fried pork chop, satay beef, Demae instant noodles, Yangzhou fried rice, and two dozen options of “over rice” dishes.

Tak Yu Restaurant, 17–18 St Francis Yard, Wan Chai, 2528 0713

Swiss Cafe (Central) (瑞士咖啡室)

Whilst nothing is European about this cha chaan teng, Swiss Cafe in Central is famed for its cutesy interior complete with 1980s-style wooden chairs, beige and green decor, and exposed kitchen. The place is large, but the lines are few. Try out their hot dog, sunny-side-up egg with bread, Hong Kong milk tea, and signature chicken wings with Swiss sauce.

Swiss Cafe, 12 Li Yuen Street West, Central, 2111 0841/2111 0849

Kam Wah Cafe (金華冰廳)

Famous for its near-perfect pineapple bun, Kam Wah is a superb choice for a cha chaan teng meal in Prince Edward. Whilst the bun reigns supreme and Kam Wah’s egg tart is famous too, you also ought to try the fried sausage, egg, and luncheon meat noodle soup, iced milk tea, stir-fried beef noodles, and curry fried rice.

Kam Wah Cafe, 45–47 Bute Street, Prince Edward, 2392 6830

My Cup of Tea (我杯茶)

My Cup of Tea is not a traditional cha chaan teng per se, but a cool Cantonese café in Wan Chai that serves up beloved local dishes like corned beef and scrambled egg sandwich, tomato macaroni soup, char siu soup noodles, and curry fish balls. Seating is limited at My Cup of Tea, so scurry away when your plate or bowl is empty!

My Cup of Tea, G/F, Wing Hing Building, 6–12 Spring Garden Lane, Wan Chai, 2386 0007, WhatsApp 5543 7833

Luen Fat Restaurant (聯發茶餐廳)

With a similar vibe to Australia Dairy Company, Luen Fat feels like a long-lost twin, clad in old-school posters and yellow-washed walls. Top dishes like two eggs with bun, ham macaroni soup, French toast, char siu omelette, and beef donburi look great on Instagram. Go here if you’re seeking a historic experience beyond the usual tourist traps.

Luen Fat Restaurant, Shop 1, G/F, 2–4 Hau Wong Road, Kowloon City, 2718 8832

Hop Fat Cafe (合發茶餐廳)

One of many cha chaan tengs in the Mong Kok area, Hop Fat Cafe stands out with its amicable service and hearty plates of food. Expect the standard café menu, but with stronger flavours. Our picks go to the egg and ham sandwich, pineapple bun, Singapore-style fried noodles, and tomato beef curry with rice.

Hop Fat Cafe, 981 Canton Road, Mong Kok, 2388 0562

Shui Kee Coffee (瑞記咖啡)

If you can stomach the noise and bustle of Sheung’s Wan Cooked Food Centre, the food at Shui Kee Coffee beats a lot of rival cha chaan teng. It is rustic and homely. Their French toast has been regarded by many as one of the best in the city, notably for its strong vanilla taste and puffy texture. We also recommend their beef and scrambled egg sandwich and milk tea for a trip back to the basics. 

Shui Kee Coffee, Shop 17, Cooked Food Centre, 2/F, Sheung Wan Municipal Services Building, 345 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan, 2850 8643

Wing Heung Cafe (永香氷室)

Nothing is more like old Hong Kong than Wing Heung Cafe in Tok Kwu Wan, seemingly pickled in a time before ours in the city’s modern state. The mosaic tiles, booth seating, overhead fans, and window grills from the 1950s all remain, with the prices also stuck in the past too. Try their juicy beef macaroni soup, scrambled egg sandwich, lemon Coca Cola, and ham omelette.

Wing Heung Cafe, G/F, 29 Pau Chung Street, To Kwa Wan, 2712 1452

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Once you head down to the neighbourhood (and we know you will after reading this), check out our guide to the best restaurants in Wan Chai to feed yourself with a world’s worth of delectable cuisines.

The best restaurants in Wan Chai

El Taquero

Colour paints the plates and interior of El Taquero, a new taco emporium located in Wan Chai with an alluring aura and meaty smell filling the air. Featuring an authentic trompo spit to grill pork, chicken, and beef, fresh corn tortillas are prepared daily to serve Hong Kong perfect tacos. Our recommendations include the cactus-punchy nopales (HKD46), fish sayulita (HKD56), tender ox-tongue lengua (HKD48), and chapulines (HKD46) with spicy grasshopper.

El Taquero, Shop B–F, G/F, Yan King Court, 119 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, 2811 1998, book here

Trattoria Felino

The temper and tenor of Naples arrive in Ship Street with Trattoria Felino, where chef Marcello Scognamiglio injects authentic Italian family recipes with modern ingredients. The seasoned menu is vibrant in its pizza selections, cold cuts, small bites, pastas, soups, and mains. Felino shines with the salty-sour L’affumicata pizza (HKD158), moreish and umami-rich yellow chicken (HKD288/HKD498), beef cheek (HKD248), and an ending of scrumptious tiramisu (HKD98).

Trattoria Felino, 1–7 Ship Street, Wan Chai, WhatsApp 5697 4477, book here

Qi – House of Sichuan

This formerly Michelin-starred restaurant deserves all the hype, even after losing its star in 2020. Qi – House of Sichuan explores the seven flavours of Sichuanese cuisine: spicy, aromatic, sweet, bitter, sour, numbing, and salty. The bang bang chicken in spicy peanut sauce (HKD80) and dan dan noodles (HKD78) are great dishes to start off, with mains of sugar-glazed ginger and scallion beef (HKD168) and kung pao chicken with peanuts (HKD128) perfect for Qi exploration.

Qi – House of Sichuan, Shop 12, 2/F, J Senses, 60 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, 2527 7117, book here

AMA Ristorante

AMA Ristorante, created by local legend chef Paolo Monti, is a true love letter to Roman flavours. Paolo has built a delicious menu that exists as a tribute to the simple yet vibrant recipes hailing from Italy’s capital. A visit to AMA is not complete without trying the signatures maccheroni amatriciana (HKD288) and Roman-Jewish carciofini crispy fritti (HKD168).  For mains, must-orders include the Marango steak (HKD428), sea bass (HKD368), and milk-fed veal chop (HKD458). Pair your meats with a milky AMA La Burrata (HKD178) and trippa alla trasteverina (HKD178). 

AMA Ristorante, 25/F, 208 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, 3702 0806, book here

FRANCIS

One of three Israeli restaurants serving Hong Kong, FRANCIS has nurtured a religious obsession since its opening in 2018 by chef Asher Goldstein. The Tel Aviv native showcases familiar Israeli mezze and grilled recipes at the Wan Chai restaurant, with a complementing affordable wine menu. Begin with the chef’s signature hummus (HKD120) with zhug and pita, followed by the spiced beef cigars (HKD120) with green tahini. The chicken schnitzel (HKD180) and beef short rib (HKD360) are fantastic meaty mains to salivate over. 

FRANCIS, 4–6 St Francis Street, Wan Chai, WhatsApp 5216 8318,  book here

Artemis & Apollo

Housed on the cul-de-sac of Moon Street, Artemis & Apollo is one of just three Greek restaurants in Hong Kong, serving a strong menu of taverna classics to wash down the salt- and meat-laden plates. The menu is split into hot and cold mezze, spit-roasted meats, seafood, salads, and sides. Our picks go to the tzatziki theodoros (HKD58), pork souvlaki (HKD138), halloumi mestia (HKD138), and marinated olives (HKD58). Make sure to order some ouzo for the table.

Artemis & Apollo, 9–11 Moon Street, Wan Chai, 2818 8681, book here

Grand Hyatt Steakhouse

Grand Hyatt Steakhouse is one of very few steak-speciality restaurants in Hong Kong that has access to imported Hanwoo steak, the most buttery and juiciest beef cut from South Korea. To savour the best of beef at Grand Hyatt, order either the Hanwoo striploin (HKD1,200/12oz) or Hanwoo rib-eye (HKD1,200/12oz). For starters and sides, complement the meat with pan-fried foie gras (HKD320), yellowtail tartare (HKD280), and Caesar salad (HKD180). Save room for dessert with the Washington apple crumble (HKD120).

Grand Hyatt Steakhouse, G/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2584 7722, book here

KIN KAO

Operating three locations in the west of Hong Kong Island, with two situated in Wan Chai, KIN KAO is your casual option for Thai dining in the city. It’s powerful, punchy, and bravely authentic. Sample sour, spicy, and salty flavours with the classics that we always go for, including poached Hainan chicken on rice (HKD80), mango salad (HKD78), pad thai (HKD80), and Chiang Mai curry soup (HKD80).

KIN KAO, G/F, Tai Wong Building, 3 Tai Wong Street East, Wan Chai, 2529 3806

KIN KAO, Shop 10, G/F, Rialto Building, 2 Landale Street, Wan Chai, 2591 4741

My Cup of Tea

Built for the modern Cantonese food lover, My Cup of Tea is a viral cha chaan teng serving up beloved local dishes and plates with twists. Seating is limited at the diner, so hurry before the lunch rush or sit tight for the dinner queue. For the full experience, we recommend ordering the satay beef and sunny-side-up egg on rice (HKD48), parsley triple egg sandwich (HKD30) with century egg, salted egg, and scrambled egg, spring onion boneless chicken rice (HKD48), and bo lo bao with butter (HKD20).

My Cup of Tea, G/F, Wing Hing Building, 6–12 Spring Garden Lane, 2386 0007, WhatsApp 5543 7833

Kam’s Roast Goose

If you ignore the ever-long queue at Kam’s Roast Goose, or head there at an off-peak time, you are bound to enjoy the goose experience here in Wan Chai. For lunch time during the weekday, the roast goose on rice (HKD74), or combo with choices like BBQ pork and soya chicken, has the meat glistening under the store lights. Each meaty part is delicately crispy and salty, made even better when swiping up plum sauce on each bite.

Kam’s Roast Goose, G/F, 227 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 2520 1110

Ra Cha Moo Yang

Open for 17 years, Ra Cha Moo Yang is a genuine hole in the wall housed inside a small cubby near Southorn Playground. With just a handful of tables, the Thai eatery is cosy and the food is prepared fresh to order, with tons of spice. No meal cannot be complete without the pad krapow (HKD80), green papaya salad (HKD59), chicken satay (HKD108), Panang curry (HKD88), and fried morning glory (HKD80).

Ra Cha Moo Yang, 87 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 2529 6378

Jeanpo Meat Shop

Jeanpo’s story began in Wan Chai when their most popular location opened at the edge of the neighbourhood. Staffed by an eccentric clan of South Korean foodies, the KBBQ restaurant has perfected the craft in Hong Kong, especially with their special set of grilled beef short ribs, pork belly, pork rinds (HKD880, 800g). With a menu designed for sharing, we recommend ordering their japchae (HKD148), steamed eggs (HKD88) and ripe kimchi stew with pork (HKD78) for the essential barbecue experience. They were awarded the best Korean restaurant in Foodie Forks 2024.

Jeanpo Meat Shop, G/F, 28-34 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, 6805 4692, book here

Tomato C Hing

Founded in Sham Shui Po and with a second location in Lai Chi Kok, Tomato C Hing’s latest outpost in Wan Chai is as good as its sister restaurants. Serving up bowls of salty and umami-splashed noodles, they are most popular for their customised noods with tomato broth. Order the grilled chicken tomato soup noodles (HKD48), ox tongue signature tomato sauce omelette rice (HKD68), or scrambled egg luncheon meat noodles (HKD44) for your much-needed serving of MSG!

Tomato C Hing, Shop B, LG/F, Lee Cheong Building, 1 On Lok Lane, Wan Chai, 3563 8456

Minato 

The newly-minted Minato in Wan Chai North, neighbouring the Hong Kong Exhibition and Convention Centre, unravels the power of omakase, kaiseki, and teppanyaki in a venue exploring all three powerful sub-cuisines under the Japanese culinary umbrella. Their Teppanyaki dinner menu (HKD2,808 for two persons), whilst boasting a large price tag, delivers great value for a premium sharing of A5 Miyazaki Wagyu sliced beef that melts on the tongue. Their whitebait fried rice and beef tongue on the menu also impress with bold, meaty flavours.

Minato, Shop G4-G6, G/F, Great Eagle Centre, 23 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2345 0663, book here

Sun King Yuen Curry Restaurant

If you haven’t heard of Sun King Yuen, you’ve been living under a rock. This Wan Chai hotspot has graced people’s stomachs for decades, all thanks to their sumptuous curry and classic local dishes. For first-time visitors, you must order the curry pork rice (HKD94) or curry chicken rice (HKD94), beef ho fun (HKD86), and Singaporean fried noodles (HKD96).

Sun King Yuen Curry Restaurant, 20 Spring Garden Lane, Wan Chai, 2574 9172

Tung Po 

After Hong Kong’s famed dai pai dong shuttered at North Point’s cooked food market in 2022, customers revelled when the restaurant found its feet again on Wan Chai’s Jaffe Road. Tung Po serves the familiar local classics, along with beer in bowls and sassy service. Note to self to order the deep-fried fish fillet with sweetcorn sauce (HKD168), deep-fried bean curd (HKD98), Chinese “doggy” duck with bone (HKD368), and sautéed crab with black bean sauce (market price) for a taste of true Cantonese fare.

Tung Po, 2/F, KONNECT, 303 Jaffe Road, Wan Chai, 2880 5224/2880 9399

Cats’ Eye

The ever-famous Wan Chai staple Cats’ Eye pours over the Japanese-style egg on rice dish, known as omurice, with a variety of flavours and combinations of different curry flavours. The pork curry and hayashi (HKD92) omurice dish combines a smoky dark pork curry with a beef curry cooked in a tomato broth. The demi-glace burger (HKD88) is simple and recommended with a juicy patty oozing with a dark, salty gravy juice poured over. If you are really hungry, go crazy with the burger, pork curry, tomato beef, and egg (HKD114) combination.

Cats’ Eye, G/F, 24 Swattow Road, Wan Chai, 2891 8986

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These meal-plan services cater to varied dietary requirements, from low-carb meals for those who have weight loss in mind, to high-protein meals for packing on the muscle, to gluten-free, ketogenic, and paleo options. Sticking to plant-based eating? Vegans and vegetarians are also well looked after with these meal plans.

For fuss-free healthy eating at its finest, we present you with Foodie’s list of our recommended healthy meal plans in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong’s top meal plans

FITTERY

Founded by a team of chefs and nutritionists, FITTERY is our best pick for its six calorie-controlled meal plans lasting for 1–4 weeks, with the unique option of two phenomenal menus; there’s a fusion menu courtesy of chef Hong, who boasts more than 20 years of experience at five-star hotels including the Four Seasons and Shangri-La, and a Chinese menu crafted by chef Shing, formerly of Michelin-starred Liu Yuan Pavilion. The plans include low-carb Light N Easy and Starch Zer0 for weight loss, Healthy Zen for staying fit with a balanced macro diet, Semi-Keto, Bulk Up, and the plant-based Green N Lean. The average calories per meal is 400 to 450kcal for all the plans except Bulk Up, which is all about building muscle. Even better, FITTERY’s packaging is completely biodegradable, and their thermal-sealing technology keeps the meals fresh for longer. If you want to customise your plan, the company offers a DIY option to create meals made with your favourite ingredients, selecting from more than 100 different ingredient combinations. You’re in very good hands with FITTERY, which also provides meals to the HKU Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine and Hong Kong Rugby Union National Team!

Prices start from HKD1,025 for a one-week (five days) Light N Easy meal plan, including your choice of two meals. Free morning delivery to HK Island, Kowloon, and New Territories.

Use promo code “FOODIE” at checkout to enjoy 18% off all signature meal plans.

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NOSH

One of Hong Kong’s most well-established meal-plan services, NOSH’s meal plans, ranging from 3–20 days, are diverse and wide-ranging – tailored to your lifestyle and nutritional needs. Choose from NOSH’s Signature, Veggie, Keto, and Basics meal plans or NOSH Life plans, which include dietitian consultations. Once you’ve decided on your plan, it’s time to choose a goal, be that losing weight, increasing muscle, or living a balanced lifestyle. The veggie options are particularly recommended for those who want to reap the benefits of a plant-based way of life. NOSH’s food containers are made of biodegradable straw and sugar cane, and their insulated packaging can be reused or recycled – a big plus. In addition, NOSH is a go-to for healthy catering for events and junks, showcasing lunch and bento boxes and sharing platters.

Price starts at just HKD255 for three meals a day. Free morning delivery to HK Island, Kowloon, and New Territories (except Shek O and restricted areas like Ma Wan). 

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Eatology

With Eatology, nutritionist consultations are an appealing aspect of this meal-plan service, available free to those who book a two-week or longer meal plan, offering bespoke advice on lifestyle adjustments and more. The ingredients, selected by the company’s registered dietitians and nutritionists, are impeccably sourced, using hormone- and antibiotic-free meat and organic produce as much as possible. Eatology’s unique meal-plan options include the Mediterranean, a Med diet catering to diabetics, and the F45 Challenge, a 45-day programme combining nutrition and gym training for the ultimate total body transformation.

Prices start from HKD1,515 for a one-week (five days) Gluten-free Low Carb meal plan, including your choice of two meals. Free morning or evening delivery to HK Island and Kowloon; delivery charges to New Territories and Outlying Island vary according to distance and mileage.

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Nutrition Kitchen

Nutrition Kitchen was launched in Hong Kong in 2015 and has since expanded to Singapore, and the company also owns and operates ONE PT gyms here and in the Lion City. The diversity of global flavours is what most impresses us about the brand; they offer more than 270 unique meals in their repertoire, promising no repetitions across a six-week period. Within each of the five meal plans – Low Carb, Balanced, Veggie, Flexitarian, and Asian – there are further calorie-regulated Regular and Small options. As soon as an order is placed, you’ll get a handy-dandy guide (with images) of each of the meals you can look forward to eating in the week ahead, annotated with calorie, fat, protein, and carb counts. We also like the minimal packaging, made using biodegradable materials.

Prices start from HKD940 for a one-week (five days) Small Low Carb meal plan, including your choice of two meals. Free morning delivery throughout Hong Kong (except Discovery Bay).

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Nutrichef

Rebranded from Bain Marie, the meal-plan side of this premium catering service is now known as Nutrichef. Nutrichef’s meal plans notably feature recipes developed by a French nutritionist. The four calorie-controlled plans – Light Diet, Balanced, High Energy, and Vegetarian – each offers two levels, depending on how many calories you wish to consume; if you go for the high-calorie option, an extra snack will be included each day. All the fruit and veg used are organic, and the meat and seafood are GMO, hormone, and preservative free.

Prices start from HKD705 for a three-day low-calorie Light Diet meal plan, including your choice of two meals. Free morning delivery to HK Island, Kowloon, Tseung Kwan O, and Lohas Park.

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Mealthy

Focused on high-protein, low-carb eating, Mealthy’s healthy, sustainable meal plans are a bit different from the rest as they involve delivery of all your meals just once a week (the sealed meals will last for 3–7 days in the fridge). They pare it further down with two plan options – Low-Carb and Balanced – and then you simply select how many meals you’d like delivered each week: four, six, eight, 10, 12, or 18. This makes Mealthy the most flexible of the meal-plan brands in that you can mix and match the meals according to your lifestyle and plans for the week ahead, and it’s also the most affordable – a great way to dip your toes into the world of meal plans. Their menus are interesting and varied, with dishes ranging from East to West.

Prices start from HKD540 for a four-meal weekly meal plan. Charged morning delivery to HK Island and Kowloon, charged morning and afternoon delivery to New Territories, and self-pick-up shops and lockers for Outlying Islands.

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This guide is brought to Foodie in partnership with FITTERY.

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