French is recognised as the epitome of fine-dining, but there is also much to appreciate about the more casual side of Gallic cuisine, from a well-constructed croque-monsieur to a crepe dusted with sugar and lemon.
Which French restaurants rule the roost in Hong Kong? Whether you’re looking for ritzy haute cuisine or more laid-back bistro fare, we’ve got you covered with our list of the premier French restaurants in the city.
The best French restaurants in Hong Kong
1. Racines
We’ve long waxed lyrical about the wonders of Racines, the Michelin-starred Sheung Wan restaurant overseen by chef Romain Dupeyre (who also scooped our Foodie Forks 2024 Chef of the Year award). Come for the cosy and inviting vibe, the chef’s warm banter with his patrons, and the sensational six-course Genèse tasting menu (HKD1,788 pp), which changes every few months but is always an innovative tribute to the seasonal terroir of southern France. The plump Brittany pigeon (+HKD228) is a deserving signature at Racines, so don’t think twice before opting for this robust main course.
Racines, G/F, 22 Upper Station Street, Sheung Wan, WhatsApp 6407 1925, book here
2. Rêveri
Translating to “to dream” in French, Rêveri is truly the dream of a lifetime for the husband-and-wife founders, John Law and Jessica Kesumo. At this contemporary East-meets-West fine-diner, John is the head chef, whilst Jessica graciously manages the front of house. Chef John’s dinner tasting menus (from HKD888 pp) are rooted in classic French cuisine, but it’s the chef’s pan-Asian finesse, particularly through the use of seasonal Japanese ingredients, that stands out in Hong Kong. The truffle brioche is one of our favourite-ever bites, topped with lightly seared scallop, aged Cheddar, and a drizzle of scallion oil.
Rêveri, G/F, 20–24 Mercer Street, Sheung Wan, 6778 7278, book here
3. Caprice
Caprice stands tall amongst the very best French restaurants in the world, crowned with three Michelin stars for over half a decade. Chef de cuisine Guillaume Galliot works his magic in the kitchen, presenting immaculate classic French dishes interjected with his own creative flair. The eight-course Menu Connaisseur (HKD4,128 pp) is the ultimate in haute cuisine, with an eye-watering price tag to match. The menu kicks off with a bang with the signature Alaskan king crab crustacean jelly, Gillardeau oyster, and Kaviari Osciètre Prestige caviar and includes a selection of top-notch fromage from Caprice’s legendary cheese cellar.
Caprice, 6/F, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, 3196 8882, book here
4. ÉPURE
ÉPURE, another elegant Michelin recipient, continues to wow us with young Singaporean chef Aven Lau’s creativity and technical expertise. The chef delivers unpretentious fine-dining French dishes with distinct Japanese touches. The eight-course seasonal dinner tasting menu (from HKD1,688 pp) is updated frequently, but one dish that usually takes centre stage is chef Aven’s take on roast three-yellow chicken, which is cooked in a rice crust and complemented by 30-year-aged Shaoxing wine to seal in all the juiciness.
ÉPURE, Shop 403, 4/F, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3185 8338, WhatsApp 5545 2133, book here
5. Feuille
Brought to Hong Kong in 2023, plant-focused fine-diner Feuille is a natural extension of chef David Toutain’s eco-friendly two-starred restaurant in Paris. Incredibly, Feuille was awarded a Michelin star and Michelin Green Star within a year of its debut. Overseen on the daily by executive chef Joris Rousseau, Feuille’s root-to-shoot tasting menu is a triumph and unlike anything we’ve ever experienced in Hong Kong. The menu terroir (from HKD1,288 pp) for dinner utilises every part of the fruit and veg showcased, with around 80 percent of the produce sourced in Hong Kong from small purveyors.
Feuille, 5/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central, 2881 1848, book here
6. Clarence
This is renowned chef Olivier Elzer’s passion project. The chef opened Clarence several years ago with an East-meets-West culinary philosophy and desire to make French fine-dining lighter and more approachable, even offering a low-carb keto menu catering to health-conscious diners. If calorie-counting isn’t your thing, we recommend curating and customising your own six-course set dinner menu (HKD768 pp) of two cold starters, two hot starters, a main, and dessert or cheese – a bargain in terms of its quality ingredients and panache. The skate wing with spiced brown butter is classic French cuisine personified.
Clarence, 25/F, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, 3568 1397, book here
7. Louise
Celebrating its half-decade anniversary, Michelin-starred Louise is the brainchild of chef Julien Royer, whose three-starred Odette in Singapore is always near the top of the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list. Louise’s two-storey space is stunning, located in a heritage building with a bright, inviting tropical-chic design. Louise continues to go from strength to strength, taking home our Foodie Forks 2024 Best French Restaurant award. Upstairs in the Dining Room, the five-course tasting menu (HKD1,588 pp) by new executive chef Loïc Portalier is a delight. This menu spotlights several of chef Loïc’s newly introduced dishes, including the caramelised onion tart and Brittany Dover sole.
Louise, G/F, JPC, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, WhatsApp 5722 3269, book here
8. BELON
Premium ingredients headline in BELON’s Michelin-starred contemporary dishes, devised by newly appointed head chef Mina Güçlüer, who has been part of the BELON family since 2019. Driven by the seasons, the beautifully executed and presented seven-course Selection du Chef menu (HKD1,688 pp) is refined yet approachable. Many of the ingredient-driven dishes display global influences, from the fluke with bergamot and black lime to the duck with apricot and bulgur wheat.
BELON, 1/F, 1–5 Elgin Street, Soho, Central, 2152 2872, book here
9. Restaurant Petrus
Petrus’ elegant decor might be a bit dated, but don’t let that stop you from visiting the Island Shangri-La’s sky-high French powerhouse. The food and wine selections are truly superb – inventive and crafted expertly. Chef Uwe Opocensky tends to personally introduce his dishes to diners, making guests feel at home. The seasonal tasting menu (from HKD2,288 pp) features signatures such as Georges Bruck foie gras and Kagawa A5 Wagyu, often displaying a distinct Japanese flair. Housing over 12,000 fine bottles, the Michelin-starred restaurant’s wine cellar is one of the most impressive in Hong Kong.
Restaurant Petrus, 56/F, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, 2820 8590, WhatsApp 9701 6539, book here
10. Gaddi’s
Holding the title of Asia’s oldest fine-dining restaurant, opened in 1953 at The Peninsula Hong Kong, Michelin-starred Gaddi’s is over-the-top opulent, dripping with million-dollar chandeliers, velvet carpeting, and cushioned oak-wood dining chairs. Chef Anne-Sophie Nicolas is notably the first female chef in the eatery’s 70-year-old history. The chef’s degustation menu (from HKD2,180 pp) is rooted in classic French cuisine, showcased in complex and creative dishes such as Burgaud duck breast, confit leg, foie gras, daikon, orange, and coriander.
Gaddi’s, 1/F, The Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2696 6763, book here
11. Ami
Newly crowned with one Michelin star, Ami’s “fine bistronomie” concept celebrating elevated yet approachable Parisian cuisine has been a success since its opening in 2021. The all-day à-la-carte menu – which is 20% off on Saturdays and public holidays – by chef Nicolas Boutin presents reasonably priced modern French dishes the likes of hand-cut Wagyu beef tartare (HKD190) and seafood vol-au-vent (HKD368). For dinner, the six-course seasonal tasting menu (HKD1,188 pp) and eight-course chef’s degustation menu (HKD1,588 pp) up the ante, with chef Nicolas’ creativity at its peak.
Ami, Shop 302, 3/F, Alexandra House, 16–20 Chater Road, Central, 3185 8396, book here
12. L’Envol
Two-Michelin-starred L’Envol at The St. Regis Hong Kong is another French restaurant benefitting from the expertise of culinary director Olivier Elzer (see Clarence above). The seven-course Les Heritages tasting menu (HKD2,988 pp), available for lunch and dinner, is the ultimate dining experience here, a tribute to the best of the best dishes offered at the eatery since the hotel’s launch in 2019. These visually stunning masterpieces include the l’oursin de Hokkaido (Hokkaido sea urchin, gamberoni prawn, and fennel), la lotte de petit bateau (roasted monkfish), and le chocolat (76% bitter chocolate soufflé).
L’Envol, 3/F, The St. Regis Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Drive, Wan Chai, 2138 6818, book here
13. BOUILLON Bistro Parisien
With BOUILLON, our round-up moves into more affordable dining territory. This charming Sheung Wan bistro serves up traditional French dishes made with organic and sustainable ingredients, complemented by a Gallic wine list focused on organic, sustainable, and family-owned wineries. Menu highlights include the escargots à la bourguignonne (HKD128) swimming in garlic, parsley, and butter, grilled bone marrow (HKD178), duck confit (HKD268), and crème brûlée with passion fruit (HKD108) – all hearty, comforting, and très délicieux.
BOUILLON Bistro Parisien, G/F, 6 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan, 2886 0056, book here
14. Brasserie on the Eighth
Making a triumphant return to Conrad Hong Kong after a three-year absence, refreshed Brasserie on the Eighth presents French cuisine in a sophisticated setting. Signature plates that transport us straight to the City of Lights include the baked Burgundy escargots (HKD250), onion soup (HKD170), veal cordon bleu (HKD420), and soufflé with a choice of sauce (HKD160). The four-course degustation dinner menu (HKD728 pp) is a fine French option, delivering beaucoup bang for your buck.
Brasserie on the Eighth, 8/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2822 8803, book here
15. La Petite Maison (LPM)
The Hong Kong Kong outpost of global Mediterranean restaurant giant La Petite Maison continues to dazzle. It’s difficult to replicate LPM’s laid-back yet chic ambience inspired by the French Riviera, which keeps us coming back again and again. The inventive à-la-carte menu takes its cue from the light, refreshing flavours of the Med, particularly seafood – think warm prawns with olive oil and and lemon (HKD248), whole sea bream baked with Provençal herbs and lemon (HKD598), and marinated lamb cutlets with olives, aubergine caviar, and pine nuts (HKD468).
La Petite Maison (LPM), Shop 1, 1/F, H Queen’s, 23–29 Stanley Street, Central, 2887 1113, book here
16. Babette
Brought to us by the team behind former croque-monsieur specialist Croque, Babette is a new kid on the French block taking a lighter and more relaxed approach to contemporary French cuisine. We’re taken with chef Cédric Tsia’s affordable and playful dishes, in particular the whole poached yellow chicken – poulet jaune (HKD688) – which is juicy, tender, and bursting with a soothing umami. This sharing dish is served with premium Koshihikari rice and is generous enough to serve up to four diners.
Babette, Shop G03, G/F, Nan Fung Tower, 173 Des Voeux Road Central, Central, 9369 5861, book here
17. Marmo Bistro
Tsim Sha Tsui has earned itself a proper French bistro with the recent opening of Marmo Bistro at Rosewood Hong Kong. The elegant and inviting eatery is expectedly costly owing to its five-star hotel locale, but the quality of the ingredients and execution of the dishes are also at a high. Go for dinner and order a bottle or two of wine to complement standout plates like the gratinated onion soup (HKD188), parsley risotto with frog leg (HKD258), and sole meunière (HKD988). The dessert menu is to die for, highlighted by the raspberry soufflé (HKD128) of our dreams.
Marmo Bistro, G/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3891 8732, book here
18. Nissa la Bella
Pastis Group’s bistro in Sheung Wan is perfect for a casual date night. Nissa la Bella features two complementary concepts: a wine bar and a cosy restaurant space. The bistro menu focuses on simple, ingredient-driven dishes that pack in a lot of flavour. The cut-price two-course weekday set lunch is priced from HKD128 per person for a starter like chicory and blue cheese salad, a croque monsieur or madame main, and a drink. The à-la-carte menu is just as affordable, with delicious renditions of French bistro staples like garlic butter snails (HKD128), duck confit (HKD288), and chocolate mousse (HKD128) being whipped up since the eatery’s debut in 2020.
Nissa la Bella, G/F, 10–14 Upper Station Street, Sheung Wan, 9549 3882, book here
19. Jean-Pierre
Opened in May 2025, Black Sheep’s latest wunderkind is Jean-Pierre, a rollicking spot that channels the energy and flavours of a typical Parisian bistro. The classic French dishes here are spot on, with some of the biggest menu hits going to the escargots de Bourgogne (HKD138), pâté de foie de volaille (HKD158), poulet de Simone (HKD888 for 2), boeuf bourguignon (HKD328), and profiteroles au chocolat (HKD148) – but trust us, each and every plate is delectable. This endearing new spot is highly recommended for groups of gourmands who like to eat well and let loose in equal measure.
Jean-Pierre, G/F, 9 Bridges Street, Soho, Central, 2154 6101, book here
