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The Chinese Library: Old-world charm, ornate interiors and delicious dining

  • Don’t forget to order the crispy Wuxi eel with aged vinegar, barbecue pork loin glazed with Manuka honey, and Sichuan grouper chilli broth with glass noodles

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The Chinese Library, Tai Kwun. Photo: handout
Lisa Cam

Housed within one of Hong Kong’s heritage buildings, The Chinese Library nestles among the ornate architecture of Tai Kwun and offers an old-world ambience. The interior is airy and elegant, helped by the high ceilings and jade-coloured walls. There are ornate mirrors and onyx screens, and the table tops are black and white marble.

Chrysanthemum “thousand cut” silken tofu in chicken broth. Photo: Tory Ho
Chrysanthemum “thousand cut” silken tofu in chicken broth. Photo: Tory Ho

The cocktail list is great, given that The Dispensary bar is right next door. The regional menu has some dishes with Western touches such as New Zealand lamb and Angus beef.

We recommend the crispy Wuxi eel with aged vinegar, barbecue pork loin glazed with Manuka honey, and Sichuan grouper chilli broth with glass noodles.

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Police Headquarters, Block 01, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central

2848 3088

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