Agnes b. Cafe l.p.g Kiosk G, 3/F, Times Square, Causeway Bay Tel: 2506 3822 Branches in IFC mall, Central, and Wtc more, Causeway Bay
Grub: Self-service cafe with a variety of eats, including salads, sandwiches, hot and cold drinks and cakes.
Vibe: As expected of a shopping mall cafe, this is not exactly a cosy place to hang out, but more of a pit stop after a hard day's shopping.
It's quite noisy and crowded, and can get messy during busy weekends when servers can't clear up fast enough between customers. But it's a great alternative to the packed and often uninspiring Pacific Coffee or Starbucks when you need a sugar or caffeine hit.
Who to bring: Come alone or bring a shopping buddy. There's not much room for big parties, and there are too many people waiting for tables, so it's not really the place for romantic or serious tete-a-tetes.
What's hot: There's a wide selection of cakes and pastries. Portion sizes are small, making them perfect for a mid-afternoon nibble.