https://www.scmp.com/rss/321063/feed Hong Kong people eat out more than most. We regularly ask some of them – food and beverage insiders, entrepreneurs, and others – about the best restaurants for every day and for special occasions, and the restaurants they like to take visitors from out of town. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Josiah Ng Josiah Ng It’s new menus galore for your long Easter weekend. First, The St Regis Bar is bringing your Indonesian getaway straight to you. Fahri Yusuf of The St Regis Jakarta will be taking on Hong Kong. Friday After Class doubles down on the nostalgia by introducing a menu focused on third-culture backgrounds, while Bourke’s refreshes its bar programme to focus on native Australian ingredients. Thursday, April 2 Sip & Savor Vol 9: The Art of Timeless Pour Even if you’re not on a getaway this Easter... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348603/your-hong-kong-drinks-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348603/your-hong-kong-drinks-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:11 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Richard Wood is the Asia managing director of global architecture and design studio Snohetta. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I feel that food, taste and how these aspects of life evolve are deeply connected to culture and place, but also to routine and community. I think this is even more profound in Hong Kong. I’m originally from the UK and feel it is impossible to beat good home cooking. I also value authenticity. I’ll always remember discovering Malaysian and Vietnamese dishes in London and feeling... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348510/delicious-fried-rice-great-italian-britons-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348510/delicious-fried-rice-great-italian-britons-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:45:15 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer This Easter, the city’s kitchens are rolling out chocolate-centric tea sets, skyline specials, carving-station brunches and festive baked goods. Here’s where to book or stop by this weekend for holiday eating that balances grown-up refinement with kid-friendly fun, from harbour-view Valrhona indulgences to DIY baked goods kits you can take home. For more dining recommendations, see our 2025 100 Top Tables Guide, and stay tuned for the announcement of the 2026 list. Friday, April 3 Kick off your... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348346/your-hong-kong-food-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3348346/your-hong-kong-food-guide-easter-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Lam Ka-sing Lam Ka-sing Hong Kong’s traditional Chinese dining landscape is undergoing a structural overhaul, with a leading restaurant operator pivoting to experiential dining and smaller footprints amid a wave of closures and residents heading across the border for shopping and dining. Traditional dim sum and Chinese restaurants have been closing across the city, including three Star Seafood Restaurant branches in districts such as Wong Tai Sin, and the 35-year-old Metropol Restaurant in Admiralty. Martin Lee, chief... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3348310/hong-kong-restaurateurs-revamp-traditional-dining-closures-reshape-industry?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3348310/hong-kong-restaurateurs-revamp-traditional-dining-closures-reshape-industry?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 29 Mar 2026 23:30:21 +0000 Lisa Cam Lisa Cam Noodles seem to be the emerging theme of April’s new restaurant openings, as four new specialist eateries join the fray, including one of Tokyo’s top three ramen shops and a plant-based ramen hideaway. Causeway Bay debuts a Thai street-style eatery and a Japanese-Italian newcomer. Hollywood Road in Sheung Wan welcomes a fresh Spanish hang-out while, across the harbour, Tseung Kwan O gets a taste of a classic hotel’s famed pastries. In Kowloon, Jordan welcomes a Michelin-recommended addition from... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347931/10-new-hong-kong-restaurants-try-april-2026-and-high-end-sushi-outlet-macau?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347931/10-new-hong-kong-restaurants-try-april-2026-and-high-end-sushi-outlet-macau?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Mar 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Ashlyn Chak Ashlyn Chak If you ask Hongkongers if they like Thai food, many will say they do; ask them if they know ThongSmith, and chances are most of them will say yes. The Bangkok-based noodle chain opened in 2018 and has since expanded to more than 25 locations in the Thai capital. It made a name for itself by honing in on humble boat noodles, with a slow-simmered broth and adding premium toppings such as Australian Wagyu beef and Kurobuta pork. Now, in its eighth year, it has picked Hong Kong as its first overseas... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347786/hong-kong-now-you-dont-have-go-bangkok-boat-noodle-fix-thongsmith-here?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347786/hong-kong-now-you-dont-have-go-bangkok-boat-noodle-fix-thongsmith-here?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Hong Kong is buzzing this week, with Art Basel and Art Central kicking off. Meanwhile, the 14th edition of the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards ceremony will also take place – the first time it will be held in Hong Kong. With that buzz comes plenty of exciting culinary events to look forward to. Those that demand swift reservations include two top-chef collaborations and a feast that’s set to break a world record. For more dining recommendations, see our 2025 100 Top Tables Guide – and stay... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347798/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-26-29?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347798/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-26-29?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Zoie Yung is the programme curator for Hong Kong’s Art Central 2026, and has previously collaborated with the city’s art organisations including Tai Kwun Contemporary, Para Site, 1a Space and Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre. She spoke to Andrew Sun. I am Cantonese by birth, but my culinary upbringing was quite hybrid. My parents were not big on cooking, so our family often ate at a local daa laang, or Chiu Chow-style evening dining restaurant. I grew up with baby oyster congee and chilled “frozen... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347784/classic-cantonese-splurge-worthy-japanese-art-curators-go-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347784/classic-cantonese-splurge-worthy-japanese-art-curators-go-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:45:07 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Terrace Boulud Famed French chef Daniel Boulud makes his Hong Kong debut this month with Terrace Boulud, a rooftop brasserie in Sevva’s old haunt atop Landmark Prince’s in Central. A collaboration with Mandarin Oriental, the space balances Gallic heritage with local flair – most notably in a “French-meets-Cantonese” dim sum menu featuring truffle-infused soup dumplings. Expect a 300-label wine list, a sculptural onyx bar and a terrace designed for transitioning from power lunches to late-night... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3347313/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-terrace-boulud-ramenya-shima?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3347313/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-terrace-boulud-ramenya-shima?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Charmaine Mok Charmaine Mok China’s 2026 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide awards were announced on March 23, just days after the star rankings for the Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau were unveiled on March 19, and before the coming ceremony for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants to be held in Hong Kong on March 25. The guide, often referred to as China’s answer to France’s century-old restaurant ranking system, awards venues using a three-tiered “diamond” system as opposed to Michelin’s star ratings. Similarly, Black Pearl... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347594/2026-black-pearl-restaurant-guide-awards-hong-kongs-chefs-top-honours?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347594/2026-black-pearl-restaurant-guide-awards-hong-kongs-chefs-top-honours?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:34:58 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer As Hong Kong’s Art Month pulses through March, the city’s F&B scene is responding with inventive menus and experiences that fuse culinary craft with cultural inspiration – from artist‑themed tasting menus and hand‑painted tea pairings to interactive dinners and cocktail galleries. These art-infused highlights, spanning Central’s bar streets to landmark hotel lounges, offer the city’s foodies fresh ways to sip, savour and celebrate the creative zeitgeist this month. Aberdeen Street’s Cultural... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347301/5-art-inspired-menus-indulge-during-hong-kongs-art-month?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347301/5-art-inspired-menus-indulge-during-hong-kongs-art-month?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:52 +0000 Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu The 18th edition of the Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau was announced on March 19 at an awards ceremony hosted at the Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau. In total, 98 restaurants across the two cities emerged with Michelin stars; 15 of them were new to the list. The year 2026 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Michelin starring system. The ceremony began with a homage to the guide’s gastronomic legacy, honouring chefs who are the “keepers of traditions” but also the “rebels”. World-class... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347203/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-full-list-china-tang-earns-1-star-status?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3347203/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-full-list-china-tang-earns-1-star-status?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:50:57 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer At Sol, the contemporary Korean restaurant by Solstice Culinary Space on Lyndhurst Terrace, head chef GwanJu Kim’s French training and Korean roots come together in one poised menu. Growing up on a family farm outside Seoul with both his mother and grandmother laid the foundations for Kim’s ingredient-driven cooking. He later honed his technique at one-Michelin-starred L’Amant Secret in Seoul and three-Michelin-starred Odette in Singapore. At Sol, Kim blends Western methods with the flavours of... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347115/dish-focus-jeonbok-sol?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3347115/dish-focus-jeonbok-sol?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:15:13 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Originally from Montenegro, Stanko Luksic is the sommelier at Té Bo, a fine-dining restaurant in Hong Kong’s Quarry Bay neighbourhood. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I grew up in the town of Sutomore on the southern coast of Montenegro. My parents were both deeply rooted in the hospitality industry, and my mother’s home-cooked meals formed the heart of my childhood. Despite living by the sea, our family table rarely had any seafood. Instead, we had classic Montenegrin dishes like pasulj (Balkan bean... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346964/superb-french-restaurants-hong-kong-and-bar-cocktails-sommeliers-top-picks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346964/superb-french-restaurants-hong-kong-and-bar-cocktails-sommeliers-top-picks?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:45:12 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer This Friday is the spring equinox, and the weekend’s eating spans the full sweep of the season – from an ultrarefined tasting menu at Mosu Hong Kong, to lazy harbour-side brunches at Dedica and a long Italian dinner at LucAle’s bright new home in Sai Ying Pun. For more dining ideas, see the 2025 100 Top Tables Guide – and watch this space for the 2026 edition. Friday, March 20 Mosu Hong Kong head chef Bruno Jeong Jin-hwan is leaning into the first flush of spring at the Korean-led fine dining... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3346962/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-20-22?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3346962/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-20-22?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:30:08 +0000 Chloe Loung Chloe Loung Ahead of the 2026 Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau awards ceremony on March 19, the full list of Bib Gourmand selections has been unveiled. This year’s selection of wallet-friendly establishments welcomes eight up-and-coming names to its ranks, recognising eateries where diners can enjoy a high-quality, multicourse meal for less than HK$400 (US$50). The additions bring the total number of Bib Gourmand-rated restaurants in the two cities to 83, with 70 in Hong Kong and 13 in Macau. The... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346315/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-bib-gourmand-selections?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346315/michelin-guide-hong-kong-and-macau-2026-bib-gourmand-selections?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:43:18 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer From city views to Côte d’Azur daydreams and full-on burger bravado, this weekend covers just about every craving. Start with a Shanghai-themed buffet at W Hong Kong, slip into springtime with French Riviera vibes at La Petite Maison (LPM) on Saturday, then round things off on Sunday with a high-stakes Gourmet Burger Challenge at The Murray. For more foodie suggestions, see our 2025 list in the 100 Top Tables Guide, with the 2026 guide to be released soon. Friday, March 13 Kitchen at the W... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3346182/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-13-15?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3346182/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-13-15?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:25:00 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Jean-Francois Goyette is a French-Canadian business strategist in architecture and design. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I never really thought about food beyond utility until I studied architecture and urban geography. I came of age right before digital media flattened content, and moved to London to train as an architect at University College London in the 2000s. There, I was fascinated by how food, space and culture intersected. I then worked as an architectural editor at Phaidon Press, where... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346079/best-tofu-fa-dessert-and-french-toast-frenchmans-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3346079/best-tofu-fa-dessert-and-french-toast-frenchmans-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Yamamoto Hamburg Tokyo’s Yamamoto Hamburg has landed in Tseung Kwan O, bringing its “golden ratio” beef-and-pork patties to Hong Kong. Founded by chef Shohei Yamamoto, the brand elevates Japanese homestyle comfort food through a dedicated all-day menu. Expect hand-kneaded patties, such as the cheese-filled signature in miso sauce, served with bottomless Japanese rice. Shop F23, 1/F, PopCorn 1, 9 Tong Yin Street, Tseung Kwan O Chouchou Injecting wholehearted Parisian gastronomy into Wan Chai,... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3345697/hong-kongs-hot-new-openings-yamamoto-hamburg-chouchou?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3345697/hong-kongs-hot-new-openings-yamamoto-hamburg-chouchou?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Jianne Soriano Jianne Soriano In Ali Nuraly’s words, meeting fellow Kazakhs Xeniya Tregubenko and Marat Zakaryayev in Hong Kong, of all places, was his “destiny”. The trio are the founding team behind Yurt, the new modern Central Asian restaurant in Hong Kong. Located on Elgin Street, in Central, it’s an ode to the cuisines of the region that comprises Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Each had vastly different reasons for moving to Hong Kong: Tregubenko came for university and stayed to work... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3345679/yurt-hong-kong-restaurant-putting-central-asian-cuisine-map?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3345679/yurt-hong-kong-restaurant-putting-central-asian-cuisine-map?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:00:09 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Eat this Chef’s Room at Salisterra Trading starched linens for kitchen-side stools, Chef’s Room is a newly minted, 10-seat studio tucked inside Salisterra led by culinary adviser Ricardo Chaneton that prioritises conversation over ceremony. The spring line-up kicks off with Max Levy’s “slow food” pizza residency (available every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from March 11 to May 1), followed by a weekend featuring Josh Boutwood of two-Michelin-starred Manila restaurant Helm in April. Level 49,... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3345642/best-things-do-hong-kong-and-macau-march-8-14?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3345642/best-things-do-hong-kong-and-macau-march-8-14?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Mar 2026 05:00:10 +0000 Faye Bradley Faye Bradley Little Cove, Honeymoon Dessert, Paisano’s and Jaspas may sound like a roll call of some of Hong Kong’s most recognisable F&B names – brands now scattered across Central, Wan Chai and Tsim Sha Tsui – but what if we told you that they all started in Sai Kung, the “sleepy” seaside village better known for seafood feasts, boat parties and Sunday hikes than restaurant empires? For more than three decades, this coastal enclave has quietly functioned as one of Hong Kong’s most reliable culinary launch... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345688/sai-kung-launch-pad-some-hong-kongs-biggest-fb-names?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345688/sai-kung-launch-pad-some-hong-kongs-biggest-fb-names?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:15:13 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Migas Hong Kong brings a slice of the Mediterranean to the third floor of H Queen’s in Central, with a trio of spaces – restaurant, bar and music lounge – designed as a “contemporary urban mercado” inspired by the lively energy of traditional Spanish markets. The dining room’s market-hall vibe, colourful terrace and vermuteria (vermouth bar) spirit are matched by an ingredient-forward menu that ranges from Spain and France to the Levant and North Africa. At the helm is culinary director chef... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345510/dish-focus-dark-chocolate-covered-stuffed-medjool-dates-migas-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345510/dish-focus-dark-chocolate-covered-stuffed-medjool-dates-migas-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:30:09 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Food marketing veteran Catherine Yuen is the director of sales and marketing for Cafe Deco Group. She spoke to Andrew Sun. My parents ran a cha chaan teng in Hong Kong for many years called Golden Horse Cafe, so I grew up in a very grass-roots food-related world. However, since my dad loves cooking, he always prepared meals for us when he was free. I remember my favourite dish was his sweet and sour chicken. Now, I love all kinds of foods. I love a dim sum lunch, and my favourite places are... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3345245/dim-sum-brunch-sinful-treat-where-food-lover-eats-hong-kong-and-abroad?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3345245/dim-sum-brunch-sinful-treat-where-food-lover-eats-hong-kong-and-abroad?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:45:07 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer With Amber back in action and two very different takes on indulgent dining in the mix, the first weekend of March stretches from high-end to high-comfort. Start Friday with plant-forward fine dining at the reimagined Amber, keep things casual on Saturday with Korean-inspired shakes and French onion soup burgers at Shake Shack, then ease into your Sunday with a Montmartre-style brunch, live accordion performance and champagne at Marmo Bistro. For more dining suggestions, read the 100 Top Tables... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345282/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-6-8?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3345282/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-march-6-8?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:30:07 +0000 Lisa Cam,Chloe Loung Lisa Cam,Chloe Loung As Hong Kong shakes off the last whispers of winter, March arrives with a burst of new energy, bringing a fresh wave of openings that span cuisines, concepts and neighbourhoods. This month, the spotlight falls on cross-cultural collaborations – from Daniel Boulud’s long-awaited French brasserie to a Japanese-French bistro wielding a custom lava rock kiln – as well as imports making their local debut, including a cult-favourite Bangkok brand serving luxury boat noodles. Whether you are looking... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3344542/12-new-hong-kong-restaurants-try-march-2026-bistros-boat-noodles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3344542/12-new-hong-kong-restaurants-try-march-2026-bistros-boat-noodles?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:15:07 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Streetwear designer Jeff Staple (born Jeff Ng) recently opened the Staple store in Causeway Bay’s Hysan Place. Next month, he and his brand will appear at ComplexCon Hong Kong, taking place on March 21 and 22 at AsiaWorld-Expo. I am a “food is culture” person. I believe that, in the same way you can read a neighbourhood by the trainers on the block, you can do the same with what people eat at 1am. Growing up in New York City, I was a real immigrant mash-up kid: a lot of Cantonese home cooking –... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3344559/where-immigrant-mash-kid-eats-hong-kong-classic-noodles-chaotic-brunch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3344559/where-immigrant-mash-kid-eats-hong-kong-classic-noodles-chaotic-brunch?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:15:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer With family celebrations winding down and regular routines creeping back in after Lunar New Year, this weekend is made for quieter meals. Ease into it on Friday night with a heritage-rich Hokkien feast at Ming Pavilion’s Beng Hiang pop-up, then trade brunch crowds for a contemplative harbour-view afternoon tea at Jija by Vicky Lau at Kimpton. End on a slow and sweet note with head pastry chef Eve Minialai’s new celebratory cake collection at Louise. For even more dining suggestions, read the 100... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3344293/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-february-27-march-1?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3344293/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-february-27-march-1?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:30:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Housed in the former Central Magistracy, Prince and the Peacock is one of Hong Kong’s most striking stages for Indian cuisine, pairing grand colonial architecture with a menu that looks beyond clichés to the royal courts and coastal regions of India. At its helm is chef Palash Mitra, long admired for his refined, flavour-forward take on Indian food and seafood dishes. His current philosophy is distilled into a dish that’s rooted in tradition yet shaped by Hong Kong, and is as visually composed... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343747/dish-focus-crab-claw-porichettu-prince-and-peacock?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343747/dish-focus-crab-claw-porichettu-prince-and-peacock?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:45:06 +0000 Josiah Ng Josiah Ng 100 Top Tables wishes you a lucky, healthy and prosperous Year of the Horse! As the festivities continue into the weekend, hit up Peel Street and check out a few of Hong Kong’s best cocktails celebrating the Lunar New Year at Kinsman and Sugar King. And in case you missed it, Masahiko Endo made his return to the industry by building Bar Yon’s first signatures menu. To cap it off, one of Singapore’s rising star bars, helmed by a husband-and-wife duo, is taking over Qura Bar at the Regent for a... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343735/your-hong-kong-weekend-drinks-guide-february-21-23?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343735/your-hong-kong-weekend-drinks-guide-february-21-23?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:00:13 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Hong Kong native Keith Yam Ka-lok is the executive chef of Tuber Umberto Bombana and Cannubi at K11 Musea in Tsim Sha Tsui. He spoke to Andrew Sun. As Hongkongers, my mom and dad mostly had very traditional local foods. We cooked ordinary family dishes. At festive times, we had rice dumplings and Chinese cakes. I was a terrible student, so at 16, I told my mom I didn’t want to study any more – I wanted to go out and work. I had two relatives who were chefs. One was in a Chinese restaurant, the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343741/dim-sum-hotpot-pizza-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants-tuber-umberto-bombana-chef?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343741/dim-sum-hotpot-pizza-favourite-hong-kong-restaurants-tuber-umberto-bombana-chef?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Grace Brewer,Josiah Ng Grace Brewer,Josiah Ng Hong Kong’s F&B world is relentless, where late nights and high stakes become all-consuming for those who work in the industry. Some power couples though are quietly rewriting the rules of love and ambition behind closed doors. These chef, front-of-house and founder duos don’t just share a workplace – they share a vision, balancing kitchen fires with home stress through trust, clear roles and hard-won rituals. Here’s how six restaurant and bar partnerships make it work. Ludovic Chafer and Lara... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343441/word-streat-6-fb-power-couples-what-love-looks-after-service?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343441/word-streat-6-fb-power-couples-what-love-looks-after-service?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:30:10 +0000 Lo Hoi-ying Lo Hoi-ying Dozens of diners flocked to an 80-year-old cha chaan teng in Hong Kong’s Wan Chai to get a last taste of its famous egg tarts and milk tea before the restaurant shuts its doors next month. Honolulu Coffee Shop was packed during lunch hour on Friday, with long, snaking queues of patrons waiting outside along Hennessy Road. The Hong Kong-style restaurant announced on Thursday that it would close its long-standing Wan Chai branch on March 1 “after careful consideration”. It is the latest in a spate... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343473/hong-kong-diners-bid-farewell-80-year-old-honolulu-coffee-shop-wan-chai?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3343473/hong-kong-diners-bid-farewell-80-year-old-honolulu-coffee-shop-wan-chai?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:41:56 +0000 Chloe Loung,Lisa Cam Chloe Loung,Lisa Cam Those looking for an auspicious meal to ring in the Year of the Fire Horse 2026 will be spoiled for choice in Hong Kong, where restaurants are pulling out all the stops for parties of two to 10 and even more. Don’t forget to double-check when booking to make sure the menu you are after is available on the date of your visit. 1. The Chinese Library From February 13 to March 3, The Chinese Library welcomes the Lunar New Year with an eight-course tasting menu priced at HK$2,588 for two guests,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343030/13-hong-kong-restaurants-luxurious-lunar-new-year-menus-year-horse?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343030/13-hong-kong-restaurants-luxurious-lunar-new-year-menus-year-horse?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:15:07 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Fabio Mariella, a native of Genoa in Italy, is the executive chef at the Holiday Inn Golden Mile hotel in Hong Kong. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I was born in Genoa but both my parents are from the south of Italy. My mom always cooks at home and I always watch her. My dad is also a chef, so I learned a lot from both of them. They both worked, but on Sundays they always made simple things like pasta with a meat sauce like bolognese. This is where my passion for food comes from. I like traditional... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343055/hotel-chefs-go-hong-kong-restaurants-italian-fine-dining-french-indian-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3343055/hotel-chefs-go-hong-kong-restaurants-italian-fine-dining-french-indian-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Valentine’s Day weekend in Hong Kong doesn’t have to mean the same old white-tablecloth dinner for two. This year, why not start with Japanese comfort food in Tseung Kwan O, graduate to old-world Italian romance in Tsim Sha Tsui, and end on a modern, candlelit note at the neighbourhood bistro of your choice? From juicy handmade hamburger steaks, to rose-laced risotto and champagne-topped pavlovas, our three-day guide maps out indulgent, romantic meals for every kind of couple. Find more dining... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343145/your-hong-kong-food-guide-valentines-day-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3343145/your-hong-kong-food-guide-valentines-day-weekend?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:10 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Kyanbasu by Mt. Yotei The team behind Causeway Bay lamb grill Mt. Yotei has descended on SoHo with Kyanbasu, a “fine izakaya” devoted, boldly, to all things ovine. Living up to its name (Japanese for “canvas”), the art-filled space frames lamb as the medium, offering everything from dry-aged skewers and rare cuts to a rich fish maw and lamb brisket broth. With bespoke Yardley Brothers sour beer and Nagano wines on offer, it’s a spirited, if unconventional, ode to the flock. 40 Gough Street,... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342598/hong-kongs-hottest-openings-toni-aus-ebauche-hiltons-new-motto-hotel?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342598/hong-kongs-hottest-openings-toni-aus-ebauche-hiltons-new-motto-hotel?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Eat this Hansik Goo Marking its sixth year, one-Michelin-starred Hansik Goo has unveiled two dinner menus by head chef Park Seung-hun to take diners on a deeper dive into the culinary heritage of the Korean peninsula. The expanded repertoire includes a restorative sea cucumber samgyetang with chicken-skin dumplings, abalone porridge and a duo of Hanwoo beef. 1/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central Drink this Alibi – Wine Dine Be Social In a new collaboration with local collective... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3342583/best-things-do-hong-kong-february-8-14?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3342583/best-things-do-hong-kong-february-8-14?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:07 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung As the Year of the Horse gallops into sight, Hong Kong’s most in-demand tables are readying for the rush of reunion dinners and auspicious starts. From the requisite harbourfront fireworks viewings to reimagined Chiu Chow classics, here is the edit of where to book for the Lunar New Year. For those who believe the New Year requires a cinematic backdrop, the harbour remains the protagonist. Above & Beyond at Hotel Icon continues to be a top contender for the fireworks display on the second day of... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342520/where-gather-best-hong-kongs-chinese-new-year-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342520/where-gather-best-hong-kongs-chinese-new-year-offerings?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:12 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Sep arrived in Hong Kong in 2022, presenting chef Dobee Lam’s vision of Vietnamese cuisine through the lens of Hong Kong’s restless culinary energy. Tucked into the heart of the city, the interior of the restaurant channels the lantern-lit streets of central Vietnam while leaning into local ingredients and live-fire cooking. Lam, whose career spans some of Asia’s top kitchens, helms the wood-fired ovens with a craftsman’s focus, delivering tasting menus that balance bold flavours with technical... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3342064/dish-focus-ga-quay-hoi-sep?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3342064/dish-focus-ga-quay-hoi-sep?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:00:37 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Previously with Hong Kong Cantonese restaurants Art of Canton, Lei Garden and Duddell’s, Eric Chan is now the executive chef at Pedder Chinese in the historic Pedder Building in Hong Kong’s Central neighbourhood. He spoke to Andrew Sun. I grew up eating Chinese cuisine, especially Chiu Chow food. It is part of my roots, as my ancestors are from Chiu Chow. The flavours I love most are clean, delicate and ingredient-driven, such as fresh seafood, light broths and dishes that bring out the natural... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3342104/hong-kong-chefs-favourite-restaurants-oysters-congee-instant-noodles-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3342104/hong-kong-chefs-favourite-restaurants-oysters-congee-instant-noodles-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:15:38 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer As February’s first weekend rolls in, the city’s afternoons are made for lingering – whether over stone-milled matcha cruffins and velvety lattes in Sai Ying Pun, or a flan-tastic afternoon tea in Tsim Sha Tsui – before closing the weekend with a unique Italian twist on the classic British roast dinner, high above Admiralty. This guide has all you need for a long and leisurely weekend, filled with delicious bites ahead of the Lunar New Year celebrations. For even more dining suggestions, head to... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3342220/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-february-6-8?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3342220/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-february-6-8?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:38 +0000 Chloe Loung Chloe Loung Valentine’s Day lands on a Saturday this year. That means, for many, no post-work rush, no watching the clock – just the entire night ahead to settle into a booth, share a tasting menu and linger over the last bites of dessert. From Michelin-starred artistry over the harbour to shareable feasts in neighbourhood bistros, there is no shortage of places to do that in Hong Kong. Here is a list of 10 restaurants to bring your special someone. 1. Akira Back This Valentine’s Day, chef Akira Back... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341685/10-hong-kong-restaurants-romantic-valentines-day-2026-dinner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341685/10-hong-kong-restaurants-romantic-valentines-day-2026-dinner?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:45:08 +0000 Lisa Cam Lisa Cam The Year of the Horse begins in February, and how better to enjoy the Lunar New Year period than by checking out some of Hong Kong’s new restaurants? Toni Au of Écriture fame has opened a French restaurant in Causeway Bay shaped by Asian flavours. Meanwhile, in Wan Chai, the new sister restaurant to Sheung Wan’s Babette delivers relaxed French brasserie classics. The city’s first matcha cafe with its own in-store stone mill arrives in Sai Ying Pun, while Gough Street in Central welcomes a wine... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341508/11-new-hong-kong-restaurants-and-bars-february-2026-japanese-udon-korean-pizza?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341508/11-new-hong-kong-restaurants-and-bars-february-2026-japanese-udon-korean-pizza?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:45:07 +0000 Oscar Liu Oscar Liu After three decades as a culinary landmark on eastern Hong Kong Island, Kam Shing Restaurant will serve its final meal this Saturday, with the second-generation owner saying he is closing the business to embark on a journey of personal growth rather than succumbing to financial pressure. Opening in 1992 and relocating to a smaller storefront in 2019, Kam Shing has become a Shau Kei Wan Main Street East staple where the wok hei, or smoky “breath of the wok”, is guaranteed, and every meal comes... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3341586/hong-kongs-kam-shing-restaurant-shuts-down-saturday-owner-seeks-new-challenge?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3341586/hong-kongs-kam-shing-restaurant-shuts-down-saturday-owner-seeks-new-challenge?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Jan 2026 02:00:19 +0000 Andrew Sun Andrew Sun Florence Tsai has worked in jewellery, arts and media, and is currently a wellness consultant and director at Acme Wellness. She spoke to Andrew Sun. I am a huge foodie and borderline glutton. Most of my family is also extremely food-motivated. My grandfather, Francis Tsai, founded Wu Kong Shanghai Restaurant (LG/F, Alpha House, 27-33 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Tel: 2366 7244), which has been in Hong Kong for 42 years. The New York Times has reviewed it and many celebrities, including US actors... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341392/wellness-experts-go-hong-kong-restaurants-new-york-style-pizza-sushi-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3341392/wellness-experts-go-hong-kong-restaurants-new-york-style-pizza-sushi-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:15:08 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer As January comes to an end and February ushers in the Year of the Horse, this weekend’s guide closes the month on a high with Wan Chai’s Tuscan lunch, a Japanese brunch and student-powered grab-and-go classics before the Lunar New Year festivities begin. If you need more dining suggestions, head to the 100 Top Tables Guide and read our 2025 list. Friday, January 30 Associazione Chianti in Wan Chai introduces a new Friday-only lunch, channelling Florence’s end-of-week trattoria spirit through a... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3341400/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-30-february-1?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3341400/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-30-february-1?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:30:08 +0000 Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Hetras Seoul-based fragrance brand Hetras has landed in Causeway Bay, marking its first physical outpost outside Korea. A favourite among K-pop royalty, the artisanal label’s clean, nature-inspired aromas span more than 30 distinct scents, including Flower Shop, Hotel Wood and Jeju Saryeoni Forest – each available as long-lasting reed diffusers, vintage-style perfumes or antioxidant-rich body care. It’s a welcome dose of olfactory calm amid the city’s hustle. 67 Percival Street, Causeway... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3340984/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-matcha-lattes-japanese-dipping-noodles?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3340984/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-matcha-lattes-japanese-dipping-noodles?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Le Caviar Impérial is arguably the most recognisable dish at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon and as much a manifesto as it is an appetiser. Distilling Joël Robuchon’s philosophy of “absolute respect for the product”, Le Caviar Impérial is a meticulously layered composition of caviar, crab and lobster jelly. Listed under “hot and cold appetisers” on both the L’Atelier and Le Jardin lunch and dinner menus, the signature sits at the intersection of French precision and haute ingredients, setting the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3340437/dish-focus-le-caviar-imperial-latelier-de-joel-robuchon?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3340437/dish-focus-le-caviar-imperial-latelier-de-joel-robuchon?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:20 +0000 Grace Brewer Grace Brewer Kick off this weekend with Shiro Central’s all-day Japanese debut inside Tai Kwun’s heritage walls. Then, roll into Bourke’s rowdy Aussie Triple J countdown bash on Peel Street, and finish with Bakery by the Grand’s queue-baiting Kowloon expansion at Festival Walk. This means Tokyo-inspired robata and sake sessions, snag-sizzling pub revelry and sourdough-fuelled cafe indulgences in one unmissable Friday to Sunday arc across town. Be sure to read our 100 Top Tables Guide 2025 too – the 2026 list... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3340421/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-23-25?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/100-top-tables/article/3340421/your-hong-kong-weekend-food-guide-january-23-25?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:45:08 +0000