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2014
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Editor’s Letter 4
So, You Want to be a Food Writer? 6
Alfresco 8
All-Day Dining 10
American 14
Art and Food 16
Bars 18
Cafés 20
Celebrity Chefs 22
Chinese 24
Desserts 28
Farm-Fresh 30
French 32
Tapas and Variations 34
Fusion 36
Gluten 37
Korean Fried Chicken 38
Steak 40
Music Cafés 42
Comfort Food 44
Posh 48
Pressed Juices 49
Private Kitchens 50
Russian 51
Southeast Asian 51
Seafood 52
Takeout 54
Random 55
HK Eats Promotion 56
Index 58
Contents
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Dear Hungry Reader,
As always, it’s been another chaotic and action-filled year for Hong Kong’s dining scene. But rather than congruous bursts of homogeneity—like the tapas, bao, and Latin American crazes of recent memory—this past year has been a bit less predictable and a whole lot more niche.
HK Eats ambitiously tries to capture it all.
There were several high-profile foreign imports, borrowing heavily from British celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver, Gordon Ramsay and Jason Atherton (p.22). Local big shots—like the former chefs of Petrus, St. George and L’Atelier du Joël Robuchon—also debuted their own brands (p.12, 48) or expanded their dining empires.
There’s been a slow and steady rise of trendy Chinese diners, offering everything from the humble to the super fancy (p.24). There were bits and pieces of artsy (p.16), funky (p.34), and hipster (p.54). And then there were openings that were just plain random (p.55).
But no matter what your preferences are, you should be able to find something in this guide that will cater to your tastebuds!
Chow for now,
Adele Wong
Editor
Editor’s Letter
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Be careful what you wish for. By Adele Wong
Sure, writing about the latest restaurants, trying decadent dishes, and meeting dashing celebrity chefs might sound like glamorous job requirements. But I’m here to dispel the myth
of the Food Writer once and for all—if not to enlighten you, then to keep you from becoming one and stealing my thunder (as well as my readers). Here are the reasons why Food Writing is the worst job in the world:
You’ll end up hating food.Eight-course lunches, wine-pairing dinners and three-tiered tea sets will become your daily diet, and you will become sick of it. You will moan about the next caviar-topped 63-degree egg, and become increasingly jaded by your sheer indulgence. And at some point you will start craving normal food—or nothing at all. Which brings me to my next point.
You will be crucified if you’re ever caught craving normal food.If you are a food writer, you will be judged if you buy a bag of chips from 7-Eleven (What are you even thinking?!), stop for a late-night bowl of instant noodles at Tsui Wah, or stuff anything less than pristine into your mouth. You will be a walking billboard for all that you ingest. And you will resent it.
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You will never get to eat at the same restaurant ever again.Your job is to write about NEW restaurants, and trust me, that is a never-ending game. Every revisit will represent a missed opportunity.
You will be paid in food instead of dollars.There’s a reason you don’t hear people say, “I wanna be a food writer when I grow up.” That’s because Food Writing is hardly a lucrative career. Free food could be a perk of the job—or it could be your only means of survival. They say you don’t go into journalism for the money—but you do go into food journalism precisely for the food.
You will probably gain 30 pounds a year. Or die of a heart attack. We already know Food Writing is not a lucrative career. Well, turns out it isn’t a sustainable one either. You’ll end up fat or dead, or both—if you don’t watch what you eat. Good luck!
You’ll end up hating people.You’ll hate people who don’t agree with your views about a restaurant. You’ll hate people who keep asking you about the newest restaurants. (Why can’t they just read your damn magazine?) You’ll hate people who invite you to too many tastings, and those who don’t invite you to any. You’ll hate PRs who bombard you with nonsense, and those who don’t keep you in the loop about the latest and greatest. You’ll hate chefs who don’t give you the right answers for your story, and those who give you way too many. In short, you will become severely anti-social.
You’ll be THAT asshat who documents every single dish at every single meal.Don’t you just hate those social media freaks who have to take a picture of that bowl of nachos from five different angles? Yeah, you’ll be one of them.
Your restaurant reviews will be the source of endless reader fury. Writing a positive review = you will be labeled a sycophant, an ass-kisser, shoe-shiner.
Writing a negative review = you will be called a hater and issued death threats.
Get Outta Here
QuAYSiDE
Enjoy dinner in the cool breeze at Fenwick Pier’s Quayside. The classy resto features a combination of international and French bistro dishes. Comes complete with its own walk-in wine cellar and cigar room.
G/F, Fleet Arcade, Fenwick Pier, 1 Lung King St., Wan Chai, 2661-6708.
COCOCABANA
At Cococabana, beautiful views of Shek O Beach are complemented by dishes inspired by Provençal cooking.
Stay the day and enjoy a cocktail or three with your meal.
G/F, Shek O Beach Building, Shek O, 2812-1826.
MADAME S’ATE
Situated on Elements’ rooftop terrace, Madame S’ate is an all-day restaurant that’s just as good for a family breakfast, a business lunch, or romantic dinner.
Shop R0009, Civic Square, Elements, 1 Austin Rd. West, West Kowloon, 2537-7555.
Alfresco
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SHELTER iTALiAN
This alfresco venue at Hysan Place offers Tuscan dishes made with sustainable ingredients. The terrace is great for drinks, and on some nights there are live music performances.
Room 718-719, 7/F, Hysan Place, 500 Hennessy Rd., Causeway Bay, 2778-8398.
MAvERiCKS
Mavericks is a laid-back, only-on-weekends venue that sits precariously between the boundaries of bar, restaurant and surf shack. Enjoy sliders and fries with a wide selection of craft beers to the backdrop of great live music.
Pui O Beach, South Lantau Road, Lantau, 5402-4154.
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All DayAll-Day Dining
NOSH
This Euro-style neighborhood eatery serves sandwiches, salads, and a delightful selection of fancy pastries. Dog treats are also available at this pet-friendly restaurant, which has a semi-alfresco section that looks out onto the quaint streets of PoHo.
11 Upper Station St., Sheung Wan, 2559-8508.
PAPiLLON CAFFE
Geared towards health-conscious foodies, Papillon Caffe’s breakfast-to-dinner options include vegan-friendly and gluten-free dishes. Freshly baked pastries, a salad bar and tasty coffees are a few of the highlights.
Shop 1701-1705, 17/F Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2527-9282.
CEDELE
This Singaporean pastry specialist has an attractive display of pastries at the front of the shop and a fusion-y selection of pastas and all-day-dining options for those craving something more substantial.
Shop G08, Infinitus Plaza, 199 Des Voeux Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 2581-0808.
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S t. George, Hullett House’s signature fi ne
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with an evening at the Champagne Gallery,
where an extensive list is provided by world-
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you have yourself one classy evening.
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MANO
Since chef Frederic Chabbert (formerly of Petrus) joined the Mano team, the restaurant has gone slightly more upscale, but still offers everything from breakfast up to dinner. Dig into eggs Benedict in the morning, burgers and fries in the afternoon, and fancy truffle-filled dishes in the evening.
G/F, The L Place, 139 Queens Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 2399-0737.
HiGH STREET GRiLL
The entire front of this Castelo Concepts restaurant is open and welcoming, making it very difficult to walk by without at least stopping in for a cup of excellent coffee. If you’re very hungry, you won’t be disappointed with the typical Castelo menu, which aims to please all comers at all times.
G/F, Hang Sing Mansion, 48-78 High St., Sai Ying Pun, 2559-2638.
CORNER KiTCHEN CAFE
Formerly known as Heirloom, Corner Kitchen Cafe has been rebranded into a casual all-day-dining joint that offers simple breakfasts as well as wraps, burgers and some seriously sinful cakes.
G/F, 226 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2547-8008.
United Tastes
LAZY HOG
Inspired by LA’s street food scene, this eatery serves up a twist on classic dishes. Look out for Korean tacos, jambalaya, and hushpuppies—at lofty prices.
29-31 Bridges St., Sheung Wan, 2858-1321.
STREET MEAT
Street food for hipsters is what crassly named Street Meat is all about. The tiny space seats 12 per sitting, and dishes out NYC-style specials like lobster rolls, ramen burgers, grilled corn and ox tongue salads.
50 Wyndham St., Central.
THE DiNER
An all-day diner where you can find deep-fried classics, burgers, and fries. We recommend the Southern-fried chicken burger or anything that comes between two buns. But stay away from the mac ‘n’ cheese balls.
4-8 Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 2562-3181.
THE NEWS ROOM DiNER
After recent renovations, The News Room is now a classy American diner that attracts the white-collar post-work crowd with a menu of burgers, pastas, and waffles.
33 Tong Chong St., Quarry Bay, 2562-3444.
85 SOuTH
This barbecue joint smokes its meats with traditional techniques from North Carolina. Ribs and pulled pork
are served alongside authentic BBQ sauces.
6-10 Kau U Fong, Central, 2337-2078.
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SCHRAGELS
Bagel delivery service Schragels is run by the Schrage family, who uses a traditional recipe to make this American staple the proper New York way. Served with lox (smoked salmon) and creamcheese spread for an authentic experience.
11/F, Everprofit Building, 36 Ko Shing St., Sheung Wan, 9730-6727.
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Art and Food
BiBO
Admire art by Banksy to Daniel Arsham while you eat. The menu is equally promising, offering classy contemporary French cuisine topped with ample amounts of truffle and caviar, plus inventive cocktails.
163 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2956-3188.
THE POPSY ROOM
This multi-sensory art/food gallery features a new exhibition every two months, and the food pairing menu also changes accordingly. Everything literally looks too good to eat here.
30 Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, 9305-2272.
MAN MO CAFé
Consider this fusion dim sum joint as a local art hub, hiding among the rows of Chinese craft stalls. Enjoy the local photos and paintings on the walls while munching on lemon egg tarts and foie gras dumplings.
40 Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, 2644-5644.
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Reservation : 2858 1321G/F, 29 – 31 Bridges Street, SoHo, Sheung Wan
Business Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-3:00pm, 6:00pm-11:00pm
A Unique New American Dining Experience
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121 BC
121 BC Hong Kong is an Italian wine bar and restaurant founded by passionate Aussies and brought to Hong Kong from Sydney. Portions are large so remember to bring friends!
42-44 Peel St., Central, 2395-0200.
AMAZAKE
Amazake offers a space to dine, drink and play crazy dice games all at once. Located near Levels, Play and Dizzi, it’s also a very convenient spot to
fill up before you hit the club.
G/F, On Hing Building, 1 On Hing Terrace, Central, 2537-7787.
GuAY
Guay is named after the Spanish slang that means cool, fantastic and super (or so we’re told). Order a drink or two to go along with truffle-topped tacos and tapas.
9A, Sun Chun St., Tai Hang, 2618-8782.
THE ENvOY
Located on the third floor of newly opened boutique hotel The Pottinger in Central, The Envoy has an indoor area for formal dining as well as outdoor terrace with a dashing view. Come for high tea or a late-night drink.
The Envoy, 3/F, The Pottinger Hong Kong, 74 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2169-3311.
Eat, Drink Bars
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HAM & SHERRY
Chow down on Spain’s finest ham as well as classic tapas dishes. Ham & Sherry also offers over 50 varieties of sherries, naturally.
1-7 Chip St., Wan Chai, 2555-0628.
Fu Lu SHOu
This rooftop Chinese bar offers delectable old-school westernized Chinese food and creative cross-cultural cocktails.
7/F, 31 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2336-8812.
STOCKTON
Maximal Concepts’ posh, dark bar is tucked away on Wyndham Street and is full of classic furniture and antiques that recall the days of old London. The finger foods are a notch above your usual pub grub.
32 Wyndham St., Central, 2565-5268.
THE WOODS
The Woods uses the freshest ingredients of the season to create its cocktails, as well as meticulously crafted dishes to pair alongside them.
17 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2522-0281.
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Just JavaCoffee Shops
JuST COFFEE
Just Coffee is a petite and cozy café with fluffy couches and a small, no-nonsense selection of brews and cakes. Come early if you want to grab a good seat.
Shop B, G/F, 16 Tai Ping Shan St., Sheung Wan, 2803-0088.
THE ROASTER STEP BY STEP
Dig into buttery croissants alongside a cup of freshly brewed coffee at this colorful café on Cat Street. Salads and light lunches also available.
G/F, Wah Koon Building, 26 Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, 2880-0052.
ELEPHANT GROuNDS
Concept store WOAW now has a coffee shop inside called Elephant Grounds, serving brews from Africa, Indonesia, Latin America and all over the world. The “Homie” cookies are not to be missed.
G/F, 11 Gough St., Sheung Wan, 2253-1313.
BREW BROS
Enjoy Aussie-style flat whites and cappucinos brewed by Japanese barista Hikaru Ono and team at this cozy street-level shop on busy Hillier Street. Artisanal chocolates, coffee beans and tea mixes are also sold here.
LG/F, 33 Hillier St., Sheung Wan, 2572-0238.
ZAi FE
Funky European espresso bar Zai Fe uses fair trade coffee beans roasted in Hong Kong to brew their drinks.
22-28 Finnie St., Quarry Bay, 2169-3003. New shop: Bo Concept, 73 Wyndham St., Central.
Seeing Stars
JAMiE’S iTALiAN
The Naked Chef’s Hong Kong branch has a menu full of seasonal dishes and classics with twists. The high-ceilinged, spacious establishment oozes hipster-rustic charm.
2/F, Soundwill Plaza II—Midtown, 1 Tang Lung St., Causeway Bay, 3958-2222.
BREAD STREET KiTCHEN & BAR
Gordon Ramsay’s casual British-European cuisine has made its way to Lan Kwai Fong. BSK’s menu uses hand-picked artisanal ingredients and strikes a balance between tradition and innovation.
M/F, LKF Hotel, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 2230-1800.
MAMA SAN
Aussie chef Will Meyrick has replicated his Balinese institution in Hong Kong. Enjoy delicious
Southeast Asian dishes in a hip, hot atmosphere.
1/F, 46 Wyndham St., Central, 2881-8901.
ABERDEEN STREET SOCiAL
Enjoy a modern British meal by celebrity chef Jason Atherton in this two-story beauty at the PMQ. There is a fine-diner upstairs and a patio downstairs for casual drinks and pastries.
G/F, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2866-0300.
Celebrity Chefs
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This dark and dramatic modern Chinese restaurant offers dishes from different parts of China, such as Peking duck, sweet and sour pork, and spicy Sichuan flavors. Just be prepared to pay for the experience.
B/F, Standard Chartered Bank Building, 4-4A Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2885-8688.
Xi YAN PENTHOuSE
Xi Yan is chef Jacky Yu’s latest venture, and serves as both a cooking studio as well as a private kitchen. Prices are a bit
heftier than the original private kitchen in Wan Chai and the menu has more Southeast Asian and western influences,
although the dishes are still nominally Chinese.
6/F, Benefit Industrial Factory Building, 59-61 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Aberdeen, 3622-3910.
PARADiSE DYNASTY
With branches in Singapore, Malaysia and now Hong Kong, the rainbow-colored xiaolongbao offered here come in funky flavors such as foie gras, truffle and cheese.
6/F, Lee Theatre Plaza, 99 Percival St., Causeway Bay, 2177-0903.
CHiNA TANG
The latest Chinese fine dining venture by Sir David Tang and entertainment mogul Peter Lam, everything at China Tang is opulent, from the entrance to the delicate tableware.
4/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2522-2148.
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LiTTLE BAO
Look for the queue outside this hipster joint on Staunton Street, which specializes in bao—or burgers, Chinese-style.
G/F, 66 Staunton St., Central, 2194-0202.
ZEN TOO
This casual and friendly dining place in Causeway Bay is actually a family-owned London import. Expect fusion flavors such as truffle fried rice.
8/F, Soundwill Plaza II—Midtown, 1 Tang Lung St., Causeway Bay, 2845-4555.
SiCHuAN HOuSE
Treat yourself to a tear-inducing meal for both your palate and your eyes at Sichuan House. The dishes err on the severely spicy side: don’t say we didn’t warn you.
7/F, M88, 2 Wellington St., Central, 2521-6699.
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WAFFiLLS
An abbreviation of “waffles with fillings,” Waffills pulls a twist on the classic Belgian waffle by sealing savory fillings like pulled pork or chicken satay inside the pastry. If you’re not feeling so adventurous, they also serve classic Belgian waffles with sweet toppings.
G/F, 124 Leighton Rd., Causeway Bay, 2613-9600.
2/3 DOLCi
This is one of Hong Kong’s newest authentic Italian gelato joints, which slow-churns its gelati
to perfection. A selection of Italian teas and coffees completes the Italian vibe.
Five outlets, including 2E Star St., Wan Chai, 3426-9883.
CHuRROS D’AMOuR
Run by a Frenchman called Dorian, Churros d’Amour serves French-style churros paired with goodies like Nutella and ice cream. If you want to go easy on the deep-fried, they also serve crepes and waffles.
43 Dundas St., Mong Kok, 9268-2657.
Happy Endings
DALLOYAu
Over 300 years ago, Charles Dalloyau began cooking meals for Louis the XIV and his court. His legacy is survived by Dalloyau, which serves macarons, chocolates, and pastries. The patisserie keeps its royal roots with decor inspired by the Palace of Versailles.
Shop 403, 4/F, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3185-8338.
Desserts
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SOFT CREME
Calmly braced for some fierce competition with liquid nitro ice-cream stalwart Lab Made a few blocks down, Soft Creme offers soft-serve topped with macarons and even bacon.
7 Shepherd St., Tai Hang, 2370-3205.
HESHEEAT
HeSheEat serves souffles, waffles, ice creams, and lava cakes. Its table service makes it the perfect place for a post-dinner date. We’ve also got word that they plan to open a second branch in Causeway Bay later this year.
Shop 4, G/F, Ngai Hing Mansion, 22 Pak Po St., Mong Kok, 5571-3056.
ANGELiNA
Angelina’s elegant setting harks back to the days when Coco Chanel and Marcel Proust hung out at the Angelina tea salon in Paris. The hot chocolate and mont blanc are this dessert house’s staples.
Shop 3031-3070, Lane Crawford, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 3188-0842.
CHuRROS TWiST
Churros Twist serves traditional Spanish churros with soft-serve ice cream or frozen yogurt. If that’s not enough, you can add even more toppings, such as fresh fruit, cookies, and maple syrup.
177-179 Wan Chai Rd., Wan Chai, 2893-1890.
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iPC FOODLAB
Offering a low-carbohydrate menu, IPC sources ingredients strictly from local farms or its own pollution-free, vertical vegetable-and-mushroom farm.
38A Caine Rd., Central, 2810-6083.
LOCOFAMA
Devoted to environmental sustainability and organic ingredients, Locofama offers a range of fresh juice, salads, and generally healthier dishes designed by chef and nutritionist Justin Chan. Over 80 percent of its organic produce is locally sourced, and the dishes never contain additives, preservatives, or GMOs.
9-13 Fuk Sau Lane, Sai Ying Pun, 2547-7668.
PRuNE ORGANiC DELi
Nestled in quiet Fuk Sau Lane, Prune Organic Deli serves fresh and organic dishes and also stocks gluten-free bread.
14 Fuk Sau Lane, Sai Ying Pun, 2873-3353, www.prunedeliworkshop.com.
Lean andGreen
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Chef Nordam Topham uses simple, fresh ingredients to create modern Scandinavian dishes in a comfortably posh setting.
3/F, 1 Lyndhurst Tower, Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2871-9993.
Farm-Fresh
ARTiCHOKE CANTEEN
With a 4,500-square-foot platform and a spacious sun-flooded terrace, Artichoke Canteen is where you can slow down, take a deep breath and enjoy real food—every dish here is made with fresh, non-processed, preservative-free produce.
Harbour Industrial Centre, 10 Lee Hing St., Ap Lei Chau, 9684-9964.
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From the rolling hills of Pukekohe, Auckland, Fresh Grower adapts Integrated
Pest and Disease Management Programs to ensure production of crops with
minimal pesticide residues. At the optimal point when it’s young and sweet and
then hand-packed in the fi eld, bringing you only the best quality premium products.
• Flown directly to Hong Kong, delivery to your
home with minimum purchase of HKD$300
• Your fuss-free solution to get the healthiest groceries at home
Place your order at 2185 7825 or on our website.
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French &Furious
PLAT Du JOuR
A casual bistro with a cute exterior that pays homage to 20th Century Paris, Plat du Jour offers a menu full of French classics.
17-21 Hoi Wan St., Quarry Bay, 2789-4200.
LE PORT PARFuMé
Le Port Parfumé (French for “fragrant harbor”) is a seafood bistro that uses fresh local catch to make delectable sautés, soups and stews.
Shop C, 6-10 Kau U Fong, Central, 2824-3018.
LE BiSTRO WiNEBEAST
Le Bistro Winebeast offers wines at the same cost as you’d get at its retail shop. Need we say more? Oh, and a whole food menu has been created to match said wines.
15 McGregor St., Wan Chai, 2479-6833.
RESTAuRANT AKRAME
Headed by chef Akrame Benallal of Paris’s eponymous two-Michelin-starred establishment, Akrame is a far cry from your typical French fine-diner. Expect exquisite dishes presented in a modern, minimalist setting.
G/F., Ship St., Wan Chai, 2528-5068.
SERGE ET LE PHOQuE
French gastronomy is the order of the day at Serge et le Phoque. Situated right in the middle of Wan Chai’s wet markets, SelP is as rebellious and avant-garde as it gets.
Shop B2, G/F, Tower 1, The Zenith, 3 Wan Chai Rd., Wan Chai, 5465-2000.
Francais
La Crêperie is a chain of casual dining French restaurants with 7 branches all over Asia proudly serving specialties from the beautiful province of Brittany. FYI, Brittany is a coastal region in Northern France known for its seafaring nature, lighthouses and ports, but especially for its delicious crêpes and gluten free buckwheat galettes.The restaurants draw heavily upon the theme with a very nice wooden/nautical interior design and lots of little touches such as lighthouse salt & pepper shakers, sailor-uniforms, barometers and more.
La Creperie got awarded with the certificate of excellence 2014 on Trip advisor. A special mention for its friendly service! When it comes to the food, La Creperie is renowned to serve the best crêpes and galettes in Asia. Most of the ingredients they use are imported from France and they use fresh fruits and vegetables in its preparations, which really makes a difference in terms of taste. They also import and serve artisanal apple cider from Brittany, the best match with their food.
La Creperie is the perfect spot for a casual set lunch, an afternoon tea break with your family or an amazing diner with friends.
La Crêperie Sheung Wan G/F 69 Jervois St SHeung Wan
Tel: 26794666
La Crêperie Wanchai 1/F 100 Queen’s rd East
WanchaiTel: 25299280
www.lacreperie.com.cnFacebook: La Crêperie Hong KongOpening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:30am-11:00pm
Galettes from $78 Crêpes from $40
La Crêperie
SEPA: BACARO vENEZiANO
Sitting underneath the escalator on Caine Road, Sepa offers chichetti, or Venetian tapas, in a posh environment with hit-or-miss service.
61 Caine Rd., Mid-Levels, 2521-9800.
Get Funky
SANCHE
Sanche is a classy Korean joint that is a galaxy away from the Korean BBQs littered across town. With an emphasis on fresh, artisanal ingredients, this Gage Street resto successfully brings tapas-style “Modern Korean” to Hong Kong.
Shop C, 32 Gage St., Central, 2628-3248.
iSONO
This spacious tapas bar on the sixth floor of PMQ treats guests to rustic bites from France, Spain and Italy. Portions are small and prices are high, so come prepared.
H601-608, 6/F, Hollywood, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2156-0688.
RiSi E BiSi
With a gorgeous mixture of aperitifs and tapas, Risi e Bisi—Italian for rice and beans—is the place to go for Venetian tapas in a quaint, rustic setting.
12 Kau U Fong, Central, 2824-3009.
NAKED GuRuME GYARARi
A highly contemporary restaurant that creates Japanese-style tapas, Naked offers everything from edamame starters to jamon iberico.
1/F, 28 Elgin St., Central, 2363-7299.
Tapas and Variations
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Mix ’n’ MatchMiSSY HO’S
A secretive fusion eatery by Castelo Concepts, this space is a great hangout for drinkers with a case of the munchies. Dig into beef skewers and pork gyozas.
G/F, Sincere Western House, 48 Forbes St., Kennedy Town, 2817-3808.
GLASSHOuSE
Owned by Gaia group, Glasshouse is a casual fine-dine that serves a mix of western-ish Asian dishes. The location on IFC rooftop provides a stunning view overlooking the harbor.
Shop 4009, 4/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2383-4008.
Fusion
HO LEE FOOK
You might not be getting your usual Chinese dishes at HLF, but try fusion experiments like Yunnan-style steak tartare and wagyu short ribs and you might just be converted.
1 Elgin St., Central, 2810-0860.
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DK CuPPA TEA CAFé
OK, we were being cheeky. This one’s for real: dig into gluten-free treats such as truffle oil salad and salmon sandwiches with DK’s afternoon tea set, which offers a whole lot of other buzzword
items—think low-fat and organic.
G/F, 16A Staunton St., Central, 2771-2847.
GREEN vEGGiE
We feel for the celiacs, but we’re sooo over gluten-free. Vegetarians who miss the taste of meat can indulge in fake chicken skewers at this Chinese-style vegetarian restaurant, which specializes in gluten-filled dishes.
1/F, Finance Building, 254 Des Voeux Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 2771-3260.
Gluten ForPunishment
Take It Or Leave It
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FAiRYLAND
For hassle-free hof check out Fairyland, a relatively new establishment that has all of the KFC essentials without the long lines. Fairyland offers fried chicken in a bunch of ways: the traditional glazed variations, the no-frills fried original and—unique to Fairyland—grilled fried chicken.28 Austin Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2556-0906.
CHuM CHuM Mi
Relocated from their original space in the Miramar Mall, Chum Chum Mi is now housed behind a Japanese bar/shisha den in FHP Mall. Chum Chum Mi serves up a solid offering of juicy and tender chicken.
Shop 17-20 & 31-34, G/F, FHP Shopping Centre, 37-41 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2363-1100.
RED CHiCKEN
Low lighting, K-pop blasting through the speakers, big beers and big plates of food: that’s Red Chicken’s MO. Try one of the interesting fried chicken variations, such as KFC covered in carbonara sauce, or glazed with honey and lemon. Shop B, UG/F, Pacific Building, 65-67B Kimberley Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2722-7274.
OPPA CHiCKEN
Finally: a worthy Korean Fried Chicken joint on Hong Kong side. On the outer reaches of Sai Ying Pun, Oppa Chicken might be a tad out the way, but KFC lovers will find it worth the trek. The resto seats 20 at most, so prepare to bump elbows as you eat.
Shop M, 419 Queen’s Rd. West, Sai Ying Pun, 6608-0803.
Korean Fried Chicken
Chicken Run
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I Got Beef
HOLYTAN
A Japanese-French grill located in The Pottinger hotel, Holytan’s specialty is its top-quality wagyu beef from Kobe and Kagoshima.
2/F, The Pottinger, 74 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2351-5808.
LE RELAiS DE L’ENTRECôTE
This is the real deal from Paris, from the family that started the steak-frites craze. Enjoy perfectly cooked red meat covered in secret sauce and paired with tasty fries.
222 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2891-9080.
LA vACHE
Less is more at La Vache. There’s no menu and it’s steak-frites all day, every day. There are only two decisions that need to be made: what are you drinking? And, how do you want your steak?
48 Peel St., Central, 2880-0248.
THE BuTCHERS CLuB BuRGERS
It’s a small miracle how TBCB manages to keep its colossal-sized patties so
juicy and tender. The patties are minced-to-order in front of the diner
before being grilled to perfection.
G/F, Rialto Building, 2 Landale St., Wan Chai, 2528-2083.
Steaks
L’ENTRECôTE DE PARiS
Not the real deal from Paris, but you can also enjoy red meat covered in secret sauce and paired with tasty fries here.
3/F, 46-48 Wyndham St., Central, 3182-0105.
NOM
NOM is short for Not Only Meatballs, although it’s also very much about the meatballs. Come for drinks or a light meal rather than for dinner.
1-5 Elgin St., Central, 2540-7988.
TORO
Part elegant steakhouse, part casual gastro bar, Toro offers a fine selection of steaks, pork, veal and other cuts. And, as far as steakhouses go, Toro’s also quite vegetarian-friendly, with sizzling veggie dishes on the menu.
Shop R008, Civic Square, 3/F, Elements, 1 Austin Rd. West, West Kowloon, 2696-9608.
THE CHOP HOuSE
Great hunks of meat and self-serve beer: what more can you want from a steakhouse? The laidback atmosphere at The Chop House is great for a casual meal with friends.
3/F, Soundwill Plaza II – Midtown, 1 Tang Lung St., Causeway Bay, 2771-3177.
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BOOM GALLERY AND CAFé
Situated on hipster enclave Sai Street, Boom Gallery and Café conveniently turns into a bar at night. During the day, nibble on sandwiches, crêpes and the like. Boom houses art exhibitions and also hosts live gigs.
G/F, 48 Sai St., Sheung Wan, 9302-6220.
HMv iDEAL
Check out HMV Ideal in the store’s flagship Central branch, which has turned into an entertainment hub-slash-lifestyle space. It comes complete with a totally kool “kafe,” serving coffees and teas. HMV Ideal is staffed by “impassionados,” experts in music, film and tech—and some are even musicians themselves who will perform impromptu gigs when the store is less busy.
Multiple branches, including 3/F, Entertainment Building, 30 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2739-0268.
TFvSJS CAFé
Up a warehouse space in Ngau Tau Kok, Tfvsjs Café is run by the post-rock band of the same name. Half-café, half-rehearsal room, it takes up 4,000 square feet, and that’s spacious by anyone’s standards. On the menu are Italian-
inspired dishes, such as spaghetti carbonara and squid ink risotto.
Unit B, 10/F, Gee Luen Factory Building, 316-318 Kwun Tong Rd., Ngau Tau Kok, 2415-4999.
THE ALCHEMiST CAFé BiSTRO
Travel-themed The Alchemist Café Bistro was established in late 2012. While poring over the hundreds of travel books on offer, nibble on waffles and ice-cream, as well as savory bites like samosas and satay skewers. Alchemist also hosts regular live gigs.
Three branches, including Shop 1, G/F, Ka On Building, 27-29 Poplar St., Prince Edward, 2779-0559.
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Just Like Mama Makes
TiGER CuRRY
Chef Satoru of Sushi Kuu has opened a second venture dedicated specifically to Japanese curry dishes. Satoru’s Osaka-style curry uses no less than 26 spices in its recipe.
G/F, 14 Pennington St., Causeway Bay, 2511-1051.
COMFORT
Located in the middle of LKF, Harlan Goldstein’s Comfort serves no-fuss dishes from all parts of the world.
5/F Grand Progress Building, 15-16 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, 2521-8638.
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STACK
Pancakes are topped with savory meats and other unexpected ingredients at this neighborhood joint. Sometimes the toppings are TOO creative: consider yourself warned.
G/F, 1 Third St., Sai Ying Pun, 2549-9787.
KiNSALE
The guys behind Solas and Rula Bula have stepped out of their comfort zone to open Kinsale, a neighborhood restaurant in K-Town that’s not only open during the bright hours of the day, but is also family- and weekend-brunch-friendly. Tuck into hearty dishes like fish pie, crab cakes and burgers.
Shops 3, G/F, New Fortune House, 3-5 New Praya, Kennedy Town, 2796-6004.
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CiAK
Helmed by celebrated chef Umberto Bombana, Ciak is a welcoming Italian eatery with an open kitchen that offers pastas, pizzas, steaks and freshly baked breads.
Shop 327-333, 3/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2522-8869.
BRiCKLANE
Dig into all-day breakfasts and eggs Benny at this Admiralty establishment that takes inspiration from the eponymous street in London.
Shop 404, 4/F, CITIC Tower, 1 Tim Mei Avenue, Admiralty, 2363-2500.
MADE iN HK
Made in HK serves “soy sauce western” dishes in a spacious, trendy environment that seems almost out of place in Kwun Tong.
1/F, APM, 418 Kwun Tong Rd., Kwun Tong, 2156-2000.
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CARBONE
Black Sheep group’s newest partner-in-crime, chef Mario Carbone from NYC, has established his popular Carbone in LKF for a quintessential Italian-American experience. Featuring big, meaty dishes drenched in sauce.
9/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 2593-2593.
Fancy Schmancy
TOWN
Former Felix chef Bryan Nagao serves big, bold dishes in this new marble-covered Causeway Bay venture.
10/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Rd., Causeway Bay, 2568-8708.
SEASONS BY OLiviER E.
Former head of L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon, chef Olivier Elzer has branched out on his own with a beautiful fine-diner in Causeway Bay. Grilled langoustine, risotto venere and other exciting dishes await.
Shop 308, 3/F, Lee Gardens Two, Causeway Bay, 2505-6228.
uPPER MODERN BiSTRO
This partially alfresco restaurant by former Hullett House chef Philippe Orrico offers modern French dishes that taste as good as they look.
6 Upper Station St., Sheung Wan, 2517-0977.
vASCO
This fine-diner serves exquisite dishes in a beautiful space at the PMQ, right above sister restaurant Isono. The bread and butter alone will keep you eating ‘til you burst.
6/F, Block B, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen St., Central, 2156-0888.
Posh
PENTHOuSE
Harlan Goldstein is at the head of this 5,000-square-foot contemporary western restaurant at the Midtown. Dig into steaks, ribs, seafood and a whole lotta desserts.
30/F, Midtown, 1 Tang Lung St., Causeway Bay, 2970-0828.
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Squeeze MeNOOD FOOD
Nood offers organic cold-pressed juices along with vegan-friendly, raw and low-cal foods to the health-conscious crowd.
2/F, Kinwick Centre, 32 Hollywood Rd., Central, 8199-8189.
GENiE JuiCERY
Genie Juicery (formerly Genie Concepts in Sheung Wan) opened its flagship store in IFC earlier this year. Choose from cute names like “Smooth Operator,” “Buggs Bunny” and “Green Queen.”
Shop 2096, 2/F, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St., Central, 2644-5875.
PRESSED JuiCES
Hailing from Australia, Pressed Juices sources all its fresh fruit and vegetables daily. You can either choose individual bottles from the huge selection available, or pick up a set for a full cleanse. Fruit-, nut- and veggie-based drinks of all colors are offered.
81A Hollywood Rd., Central, www.pressedjuices.hk.
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Top Secret
M CuiSiNE
From the moment you make your booking to the moment you leave the private dining room, Israeli chef Michael Erlik and his team will make sure every detail is accounted for and that your party will leave full from his Mediterranean dishes.
Flat B, 17/F, Derrick Industrial Building, 49 Wong Chuk Hang Rd., Wong Chuk Hang, 2558-8664.
BuTLER
Launched by chef Vicky Lau of Michelin-starred restaurant Tate Dining Room and Bar, Butler makes customized menus for its patrons and can
accommodate up to 30 guests at its private dining room in Ap Lei Chau.
308 Harbour Industrial Centre, 10 Lee Hing St., Ap Lei Chau, 2555-2020.
Private Kitchens
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Southeast Feast
WHEATFiELD KiTCHEN
Situated in Causeway Bay’s Hotel Pennington, Wheatfield Kitchen is a mid-range restaurant serving dishes with a Russian and general European slant.
2/F, Hotel Pennington, 13-15 Pennington St., Causeway Bay, 3422-8803.
CZARiNA
The newly reopened Czarina—which closed down on Bonham Road and relocated itself to Sai Ying Pun—is a traditional Russian restaurant with a menu that features a large selection of delicious, homey Russian meals.
G/F, Hang Sing Mansion, 50 High St., Sai Ying Pun, 2540-2874.
THAi ON HiGH
This cozy Sai Ying Pun eatery has five large tables, standard Thai décor scattered all over the place and a menu large enough to satisfy any craving. Thai on High knows spice, but if you’re looking for fresh Thai flavors minus the tongue-numbing pain, then order a plate of pad see eaw or the awesome, can’t-go-wrong pad Thai.
Kam Lun Mansion, 39-41 High St., Sai Ying Pun, 2858-7380.
BÊP viETNAMESE KiTCHEN
Fom the team behind popular Vietnamese restaurant Nha Trang, BÊP is a comfortable, no-fuss chain that offers
up good service and excellent food cooked straight from the open kitchen.
LG/F, 9-11 Staunton St., Central, 2522-7533. New shop: 88-90
Wellington St., Central.
Russian
Southeast Asian
FiSH AND CHiCKThis open-front restaurant offers a simple yet satisfying menu of fish and chips, and roast chicken. Get those or get out.
25 New Praya, Kennedy Town, 2974-0088.
CATCH ON CATCHiCK
Enjoy steamed mussels, spiced prawns and other delicacies in this chic neighborhood resto with a nautical slant. The cozy, intimate setting makes it perfect for dates.
93 Catchick St., Kennedy Town, 2855-1289.
HOOKED
Kiwi-style fish and chips are on offer at this takeout jointin Mid-Levels. Randomly, pies are also available.
80-88 Caine Rd., Mid-Levels, 2915-1118.
Seafood
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FiSH AND MEAT
This Maximal Concepts establishment is dark and trendy. (Would you expect anything else?) The dishes are made for sharing, and vegetarians will be shunned.
2/F, 32 Wyndham St., Central, 2565-6788.
SEASALT
Deep-fried fish, prawns and calamari are the stars of the show at Seasalt, but there are also a lot of different types of tacos on offer, just because.
23 Mosque St., Mid-Levels, 2790-7211.
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SuNDAY’S GROCERY
Yardbird’s Matt Abergel and Lindsay Jang have blessed K-Town with Sunday’s Grocery, a local-deli-slash-liquor-store. Foodwise, creative made-to-order sandwiches in combos like chicken schnitzel/mushroom and cheese/falafel/chicken katsu can be had at $80 each.
66-68 Catchick St., Kennedy Town, 2628-6001.
Make It Quick Takeout
CALi-MEX
Burrito house Cali-Mex tries to go from obscure name to ubiquitous brand as four of its shops more or less simultaneously open across the island, from Central all the way to Quarry Bay. Burritos, salad bowls and tacos available.
71 Wellington St., Central, 2325-3005.
LiTTLE BuRRO
Restaurateur Roger De Leon decided one shop in CWB wasn’t enough, and has promptly opened a second shop in trendy PoHo. This much larger space offers takeout, although tables are available if you want to sit down and enjoy your food.
1 Upper Station St., Sheung Wan, 2547-8821.
BAO WOW
Enter the era of the single-item diners. Capitalizing on the sexy bao trend that has all but taken over the city, Bao Wow is a sizzling little fast food diner just a block away from hipster Ship Street, serving fluffy Chinese-style tacos wrapped in steamed mantou bread in relatively affordable combos.
Shop 2, 28 Tai Wong St. East, Wan Chai, 2528-9505.
PAuSA
Get your fix of pizza, pasta and gelato at Pausa, Ship Street’s newest comer. Everything comes neatly packed and combos that include fresh juice, daily soup or salad are also available.
G/F, 3 Ship St., Wan Chai, 2523-4168.
TALLORE
Two nostalgic Belgians hankering for the soup and sandwich bars that are a dime-a-dozen in their home country have come up with Tallore. Customers can choose from a handful of daily soups such as pumpkin and honey or broccoli and mustard, to go with pastas, salads and sandwiches.
Shop D, 7-17 Amoy St., Wan Chai, 2327-8630.
GRAiN DE SEL
The guys from Fleur de Sel are turning up the heat on Hillier with takeout joint Grain de Sel, which sells crepes and galettes made-to-order. Choose from classic fillings like ham and Emmental cheese or more adventurous options such as duck confit, minced beef and smoked salmon.
G/F, Manhattan Avenue, 255 Queen’s Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 3904-2929.
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Eat Outside the Box Random
ALCHEMY
French Creations group has opened Alchemy in a two-story space on awkward Arbuthnot Road. There’s a bar serving cocktails and snacks on the ground floor, and a completely black room for a dine-in-the-dark experience in the 850-square-foot basement.
LG-G/F, 16 Arbuthnot Rd., Central, 6821-2801.
SiLENCE LE CABARET
Watch a cabaret show in complete silence—you’re given a pair of headphones to help shut out the noise—performed by a group of deaf performers who have to rely on their other senses to bring their story to life. Bonus: you get to chow down on a meal while you’re at it.
The Good Lab, 1/F, The Sparkle, 500 Tung Chau St., Cheung Sha Wan, 3996-1924.
THiRTY-EiGHT
Japanese fine-dining is taken to a different universe at Thirty-Eight. Fish are line-caught from top dealers in Japan, and the rice is made from prized Koshihikari kernels. Oh, and prices are roughly $5,000 per head for dinner.
1/F, Gramercy, 38 Caine Rd., Mid-Levels, 2798-9989.
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This sorta-Dutch resto sits at the quietest end of Hollywood Road, just a few steps from Queen’s Road West and overlooking Hollywood Road Park. The menu is a bit of a mix, with Dutch (“bitterballen” meatballs), French, and Italian dishes all jostling for room.
238 Hollywood Rd., Sheung Wan, 2517-7322.
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In the Mood for GrubA Recommendation For Every Occasion
For All-You-Can-Eat:Café Rivoli
Stuff yourself silly on sashimi, shellfish, pizza and a host of international dishes at this spacious first floor restaurant at Regal Hotel. An a la carte menu is also available—but you probably won’t need it when you see the daily spread on offer.
1/F, Regal Hong Kong Hotel, 88 Yee Wo St., Causeway Bay, 2837-1772.
For Tea:aZURE
Enjoy the sky-high views while you sip on sparkling wine and nibble on sliders, oysters and plenty of dainty pastries at Azure. Their tea set comes at $398 per couple, and is available from 2:30-6pm everyday.
29-30/F, Hotel LKF, 33 Wyndham St., Central, 3518-9330.
For a Manly Meal:MoRton’s of ChiCago
Chow down on steaks at this classic American steakhouse with updated interiors. Choose from aged USDA ribeyes to strip steaks, and remember to try all the delectable sides if you still have room.
4/F, The Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2732-2343.
For an Expensed Lunch:Dot CoD
Exquisitely presented seafood is what you’ll be getting at this basement institution in the Prince’s Building. Fish, oysters, and lobsters are the staples, but you can also go for steaks and pastas for variety.
B/F, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2810-6988.
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Hotel Jen Hong Kong (Formerly Traders Hotel)Level 2, Hotel Jen Hong Kong,508 Queen’s Road West,Western District, Hong Kong
Café MalaccaPhone: (852) 2213 6613
Savour authentic Straits cuisineat Cafe Malacca
a Bib Gourmand restaurantin MICHELIN Guide 2014
For a Date:sEvva
This Central-hotspot-slash-gorgeous-rooftop-bar serves everything from Chinese (beef shank noodles) to Indian (dosas and dahl) to French (crispy duck confit). A vegetarian menu is also available. No matter how picky your date is, we’re sure they’ll find something that works for them.
25/F, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Rd., Central, 2537-1388.
For a Weekend Outing:hEbE onE o onE
Escape the city and enjoy a nice long meal at Hebe One O One, a beautiful Sai Kung restaurant with outdoor terrace that works just as well for an intimate date or casual drinks with friends. Choose from seafood dishes to healthy greek salads, or heavy hitters like fish and chips and burgers.
112 Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung.
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121 BC 18
2/3 Dolci 28
85 South 14
Aberdeen Street Social 22
Alchemy 55
Amazake 18
Angelina 29
Artichoke Canteen 30
Bao Wow 54
BEP Vietnamese Kitchen 53
Bibo 16
Boom Gallery and Café 42
Bread Street Kitchen 22
Brew Bros 20
Bricklane 47
Butler 50
Cali-Mex 54
Carbone 48
Catch On Catchick 52
Cedele 10
China Tang 24
Chum Chum Mi 38
Churros d’Amour 28
Churros Twist 29
Ciak 47
Cococabana 8
Comfort 44
Corner Kitchen Café 12
Czarina 51
Dalloyau 28
DK Cuppa Tea Café 37
Elephant Grounds 20
Fairyland 38
Fish and Chick 52
Fish and Meat 53
Fu Lu Shou 19
Genie Juicery 49
Glasshouse 36
Grain de Sel 54
Green Veggie 37
Guay 18
Ham & Sherry 19
HeSheEat 29
High Street Grill 12
HMV Ideal 42
Ho Lee Fook 36
Holytan 40
Hooked 52
Hot Chick 54
IPC Foodlab 30
Isono 34
Jamie’s Italian 22
Just Coffee 20
Kinsale 46
L’Entrecôte de Paris Hong Kong 40
La Vache 40
Lazy Hog 14
Le Bistro Winebeast 32
Le Port Parfumé 32
Le Relais de l’Entrecôte 40
Little Bao 26
Little Burro 54
Locofama 30
M Cuisine 50
Madam S’Ate 8
Made in HK 47
Mama San 22
Man Mo Café 16
Mano 12
Mavericks 9
Missy Ho’s 36
Mott 32 24
Naked Gurume Gyarari 34
NOM 41
Nood 49
Nosh 10
Nur 30
Oppa Chicken 38
Papillon Caffe 10
Paradise Dynasty 24
Penthouse 48
Plat du Jour 32
Pololi 14
Pressed Juices 49
Prune Organic Deli 30
Quayside 8
Red Chicken 38
Restaurant Akrame 32
Risi e Bisi 34
Sanche 34
Schragels 14
Seasalt 53
Seasons by Olivier E. 48
Sepa 34
Serge et le Phoque 32
Shelter Italian 9
Sichuan House 26
Silence le Cabaret 55
Soft Creme 29
Stack 46
Stockton 19
Street Meat 14
Sunday’s Grocery 54
Tallore 54
Tfvsjs Café 42
Thai On High 53
The Alchemist Café Bistro 42
The Butchers Club Burgers 40
The Chop House 41
The Diner 14
The Envoy 18
The News Room Diner 14
The Popsy Room 16
The Roaster 20
The Woods 19
Thirty-Eight 55
Tiger Curry 44
Toro Steakhouse 41
Town 48
Upper Modern Bistro 48
Vasco 48
Waffills 28
Wheatfield Kitchen 51
Xi Yan Penthouse 24
Zai Fe 20
Zen Too 26
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