When we’re yearning for the best flavours that Britain has to offer, these are the restaurants we turn to in Hong Kong.

The best British restaurants in Hong Kong

1. Magistracy Dining Room

Magistracy Dining Room, Black Sheep’s British stunner, is the only restaurant on our list to garner a Michelin recommendation, and that’s for good reason. Chef Alyn Williams is passionate about singing the praises of British cuisine, which he showcases at this grand Tai Kwun eatery in a refined à-la-carte menu. The Magistracy sausage roll (HKD188) and shepherd’s pie (HKD588) are elevated renditions of these classic British recipes, whilst the showstopper of the menu is the rib of beef (HKD1,088 for 2), carved tableside. Above all, however, is chef Alyn’s lavish Sunday roast (HKD688 pp) menu. 

Magistracy Dining Room, G/F, Central Magistracy, Tai Kwun, 1 Arbuthnot Road, Central, 2252 3177, book here

2. The Globe

A long-standing favourite in Soho, The Globe is cherished by British expats and locals alike as one of the only proper gastropubs in Hong Kong, with its warm and welcoming vibe rivalling the top pubs in London. The craft beer selection here is also one of the best in town, featuring both rotating guests taps and full-time taps from Hong Kong and around the world. To accompany your booze, The Globe’s authentic British fare is first-rate; go-tos include the Scotch egg (HKD95), beer-battered Atlantic haddock (HKD190) with mushy peas, chips, and curry sauce, and Glamorgan sausages (HKD195), more colloquially known as bangers and mash. Perhaps most beloved of all though are the pub’s rib-sticking pies (HKD175), which come with mash, peas, and gravy.

The Globe, G/F, Garley Building, 45–53 Graham Street, Soho, Central, 2543 1941, book here

3. The Chinnery

Another swish British dining experience can be yours at The Chinnery, housed within the Mandarin Oriental hotel since its opening in 1963, with its exclusive private gentleman’s club feel. The whisky bar and restaurant is fittingly named after 19th-century British artist George Chinnery, famous for his landscape paintings of Hong Kong. The colonial-style ambience is mirrored in the à-la-carte menu rooted in British-Indian cuisine. The lamb samosa (HKD168) and tikka chicken (HKD368) are perennial Indian-style favourites, but The Chinnery also features a selection of traditional British dishes, from fish & chips (HKD378) to a daily roast (HKD598).

The Chinnery, 1/F, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central, 2825 4009, book here

4. 181

Offering sweeping harbour and skyline views, especially as the sun sets, 181 is the elegant in-house restaurant of gourmet British grocer Fortnum & Mason. The menus change with the seasons, but they always include 181 signatures that never fail to impress, such as the smoked bone marrow with parsley salad and shallot jus (HKD208), beef Wellington for two (HKD1,288), and Knickerbocker Glory (HKD108) ice-cream sundae dessert. The oh-so-British afternoon tea (HKD588 pp) at 181 is also a daily treat, coming with a tiered assortment of finger sandwiches, scones, and afternoon tea cakes.

181, Shop 022, G/F & 1/F, Fortnum & Mason, K11 MUSEA, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3916 8181, book here

5. BRICK LANE

BRICK LANE is named after the vibrant street in London’s East End, and as expected at this restaurant, the menu veers towards iconic British dishes. The number 1 order at its Admiralty and Tsim Sha Tsui locations is the BRICK LANE Full English (HKD158), available all day long, a slap-up breakfast plate of eggs, smoked salmon, sausage, ham, bacon, tomato, baked beans. mushroom, hash browns, Yorkshire pudding, and toast. An equally filling choice is the Guinness beef pie (HKD188).

BRICK LANE, Shop 404, 4/F, CITIC Tower, 1 Tim Mei Avenue, Admiralty, 2363 2500, book here

BRICK LANE Gallery, G/F, 17–23 Minden Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2721 0628, book here

6. King’s Belly

Tai Po is not an obvious location for a traditional British public house, but King’s Belly fits that bill to a tee, complete with British beer on draught, sport on the telly, and expat regulars. On a Saturday, Sunday, or public holiday, the pub’s roast menu is a must-order, either the roast US Prime beef (from HKD228) or roast crackling pork belly (HKD198), both wonderfully satisfying in their own right and made even more so with all the accompanying trimmings, including a divine homemade Yorkshire pud. King Belly’s all-day Indian curry menu – British pub grub at its finest – is also recommended.

King’s Belly, Shop C, G/F, Mei Fung Building, 6 Wan Tau Kok Lane, Tai Po, 2663 3550

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The first restaurant to open at lifestyle destination FORTY-FIVE when it made its grand debut in early 2023, this upscale Shanghainese eatery showcases the winning fine-dining trifecta of expertly prepared cuisine, drop-dead views from its 44th-floor location, and a tasteful interior design that pays tribute to the glamour of Belle Époque Shanghai.

Chef Chen Tian Long is the perfect man for the job, crafting an expansive menu of Shanghainese dishes brushed by influences from the neighbouring provinces of Jiangsu and Zhejiang. For the seven years that chef Chen oversaw the kitchen of Shanghainese stalwart Jardin de Jade, the restaurant retained its Michelin star. 

One of the eight great cuisines of China, Shanghainese cooking is not as subtle as Cantonese or Chiu Chow nor is it as in-your-face as Sichuan or Hunan. It has a distinct savoury-meets-sweet flavour profile, employing both soy sauce and sugar to great effect.

We visited The Merchants to try the newly unveiled weekend brunch menu (HKD580 pp), which is notable for its unlimited servings of a wide array of appetisers, dim sum, soup, mains, rice and noodles, and dessert. However, many of the bites featured on this menu are also available à la carte, so we’ll note these prices where appropriate.

Our table was wall-to-wall covered with dishes by the time all our orders had been placed, and whilst there were no disappointments, some dishes stood out more than others.

The appetiser winners were the chilled shredded chicken with green bean noodles and sesame sauce and marinated beef shank and tripe with five-spice soy sauce (HKD138 à la carte), a study in contrast.

The shredded sesame chicken is a Shanghainese staple, here elevated with super slippery, thick, and chewy noodles and a rich, nutty, salty sauce with a hint of sweetness enveloping the chicken and noodles.

The marinated beef, on the other hand, is an explosion of fiery, meaty flavour. We loved the textural variance between the tender shank and slightly chewy tripe.

In terms of dim sum at a Shanghainese restaurant, xiao long bao (HKD118/4pcs à la carte) is a given. The Merchants’ xiao long bao is a killer rendition featuring a delicate skin and plenty of savoury soup. At brunch, these dumplings are taken up a notch with a version made with huadiao wine, upping the aroma and depth of flavour.

Our first main, the braised meatball in sweet soy sauce (HKD228 à la carte), was our ultimate dish of the tasting. A classic Shanghainese recipe that’s often referred to as “lion’s head meatball,” this meatball has a supremely soft, almost fluffy texture and a traditional sweet sauce that also manages to achieve an intense umami. Bravo, chef Chen!

We took a turn to Sichuan with our next main, the deep-fried spicy and salted chicken with garlic (HKD298 à la carte), whose garlicky, chilli-laden aroma hit our nostrils before the plate landed on the table. This is an addictive dish, where the fried chicken remains both crispy and juicy.

You could also opt for the brunch-only main of salt-cured Yunnan pork, morel mushroom, white cabbage, and peas claypot rice, which is simultaneously earthy, salty, and slightly sweet – delicate and delicious.

We stuck to Shanghainese tradition with the dessert of glutinous pearls in osmanthus sweet soup with rice wine (HKD58). This soothing, aromatic soup has a unique flavour from the inclusion of fermented rice that never fails to satisfy.

Our verdict of The Merchants

We felt a sense of relaxation as soon as we walked into The Merchants’ elegant dining room, and the views only increased that sense of calm. Chef Chen’s refined Shanghainese menu is vast and diverse, yet each dish is thoughtfully designed and well executed. There are plenty of classics to please purists alongside more creative recipes to keep things modern and interesting. 

The Merchants, 43–45/F, FORTY-FIVE, Gloucester Tower, LANDMARK, Central, 2155 4141, book here

This review is intended to offer an individual perspective on the dining experience and should not be considered as a definitive judgement of the restaurant’s overall quality or reputation. The views expressed in this review are solely the author’s and do not reflect the opinions of Foodie.

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One iconic flavour that’s been missing from the pack is pandan, a bestseller at Lady M’s shops in Singapore. That’s all about to change now that the global dessert boutique has brought the Lion City’s signature pandan mille crêpes to Hong Kong. 

The rightful star of the show is the pandan kayak mille crêpes (HKD78/slice; from HKD510/whole cake), featuring 20 delicate crêpes layered with pandan cream and coconut-flavoured kaya custard. 

Exclusive to Hong Kong and Macau is the newly unveiled pandan mango shortcake (HKD68/slice; from HKD480/whole cake), which combines two of our favourite Southeast Asian flavours in one tropical, aromatic sponge cake.

These pandan treats will only be available at Lady M Hong Kong for a limited time, so get ‘em while you can!

Lady M, multiple locations across Hong Kong

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So where should we head for in Hong Kong when we’re in search of a piping-hot plate of battered or crumbed fish, golden chips, and all the traditional fixings? We’ve got your cravings covered with our round-up of the best fish & chips in town.

The best fish & chips in Hong Kong

1. Hooked

Folks residing in Mid-Levels are lucky to have Hooked at their doorstep. This chippie refers to itself as “Kiwi style,” and its sustainable fish hails from New Zealand waters. The batter here is crisp and light, fried in Australian sunflower oil, and you can taste the difference. Hooked serves up battered or breadcrumbed hoki (HKD55) and blue cod (HKD55/HKD120), and both are fried to order and absolutely delicious. On a different British note, Hooked’s meat pies (HKD60) – steak, steak and kidney, and chicken and mushroom – are also spot on.

Hooked, G/F, 80–88 Caine Road, Central, 2915 1118

2. Fish Bar

In mid-2024. JW Marriott Hong Kong unveiled its refreshed Fish Bar concept, long a popular al-fresco restaurant for leisurely lunches and romantic dinners sat poolside. One all-time favourite dish that has remained on the menu is the sustainable Oasis giant grouper fish & chips (HKD320) – the priciest contender on our list, but worth it. The grouper, sourced from a regulated local fishery in Lau Fau Shan, is coated in a beer batter before deep-frying, making it ultra crispy. It’s served with the classic accoutrements of smashed peas, chunky chips, and tangy tartar sauce for dipping.

Fish Bar, 7/F, JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2810 8366, book here

3. The Chippy 

Situated by the seaside, we encourage you to journey to Discovery Bay for a taste of The Chippy’s sublime signature cod & chips (HKD198), an experience as Blighty-authentic as it gets. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating at this family-run pub for relishing a whole host of traditional chip-shop faves, including the scampi & chips (HKD178), battered sausage (HKD48), and cone of chips (HKD38/HKD48) with a side of curry sauce (HKD30/HKD50). You can even satisfy your British bevvy cravings with the likes of Vimto (HKD58), Lilt (HKD58), and Irn-Bru (HKD58) up for sipping. There’s a chip butty (HKD58) on the menu too!

The Chippy, Shop G101, G/F, Discovery Bay Plaza, 8–12 Plaza Lane, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, 2987 8688

4. White Beard

White Beard is popular on Peel Street for its cosy, tucked-away vibe and reputable East-meets-West fare. Alongside the restaurant’s flaky, crispy signature fish & chips (HKD128), we adore the Thai-inspired tom yum calamari (HKD98) and all-steak pie (HKD88). Uniquely for a chippie, in addition to the standard craft beer by Young Master Brewery, White Beard offers spritzes and sours, orange wine, shots and shooters, cocktails and mocktails – and even shisha!

White Beard, Shop A, G/F, 55 Peel Street, Soho, Central, 2803 0082

5. Delaney’s

Delaney’s is an Irish pub chain in two divergent locations – Cyberport and Tsim Sha Tsui – with a comfortable ambience that truly feels like you’re stepping back in time in the UK. An ideal place for a pint or to watch all the best of British, Australian, and New Zealand live sport, Delaney’s also dishes out a cracking selection of pub classics, with the generous portion of fish & chips (HKD192) at the top of that list. The beer batter here is light yet crisp and sturdy, and there’s plenty of malt vinegar at the ready too.

Delaney’s, B/F, Mary Building, 71–77 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2301 3980, book here

Delaney’s, Shop 314, 411, 501, & 601, 3/F, Arcade@Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Cyberport, 2677 1126, book here

6. The Globe

There are many reasons to frequent Soho gastropub The Globe: its relaxed, homey vibe, its impressive beer range, and its food menus showcasing honest British fare. After a Scotch egg (HKD95) starter, an order of beer-battered Atlantic haddock (HKD190) is a must, a flavourful piece of golden fish accompanied by crushed minted peas, triple-cooked chips, and curry sauce. Follow that up with the toffee popcorn cheesecake (HKD85) of your dreams and Bob’s your uncle.

The Globe, G/F, Garley Building, 45–53 Graham Street, Soho, Central, 2543 1941, book here

7. The Captain’s (AIRSIDE)

Whilst the new Central branch of The Captain’s has gone viral for its funky egg waffles, it’s the original AIRSIDE outlet that is more well known for its fish & chips (the egg waffles are also available here). Without a hint of oil upon serving, The Captain’s fish & chips (HKD88/HKD128) is hearty, salty, and well fried, coming with homemade tartar sauce. Instead of chips, you can opt for your battered fish to arrive with a serving of one of the eatery’s creative pasta dishes, perhaps the mentaiko white spaghetti (HKD118).

The Captain’s, Shop G014, G/F, AIRSIDE, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak 

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The new multi-dish tasting menu (HKD1,188 pp) is chef Manav’s homage to the culinary craftsmanship of India’s ancient dynasties and royal courts. To design the menu, the chef spent countless hours researching long-lost recipes from Persian manuscripts, Ayurvedic traditions, and historic documents.

Each dish tells a story of India’s past in a creative, modernised way. The menu kicks off with the tangy rasam fish-cheek soup, a recipe once developed by royal Ayurvedic physicians in ancient Madurai to treat an ill prince, and vataka crab and lentil cake, a warrior’s snack enjoyed during the Mauryan Empire.

Then come the likes of the Mughal dish shishranga murg, or six-colour chicken, adapted from the Persian cookbook Nuskha-e-Shahjahani, kola urandai lamb croquette favoured by Sangam soldiers and hunters, and qaliya Shirazi Persian lamb stew, a staple of Mughal royal court life.

This meticulously researched and executed tasting menu ends with the khaja pistachio cream crisps, also originating in the Mauryan era. An optional Saicho sparkling tea (+HKD260 pp) or wine (+HKD400 pp) pairing add-on is available.

Leela, Shop 301–310, 3/F, Lee Garden Three, 1 Sunning Road, Causeway Bay, 2882 5316, WhatsApp 9739 8780, book here

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Uniboba’s Boba Monster (HKD24) is the headliner here, showcasing the chain’s massive and bouncy brown sugar tapioca pearls. 

The brand offers a range of other milk-based beverages that sound perfect for a refreshing summer treat, from the simple cocoa milk (HKD16) and matcha milk (HKD16) to the more innovative jasmine peach frosty milk (HKD24).

Uniboba, Shop 11A, G/F, Hung Fai Building, 43P–43S Dundas Street, Mong Kok, 9260 9187

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After a night drinking in the city or a relaxing dinner prior, the next step to enjoying your free time at the weekend or on a public holiday is to sit back and relax at one of Hong Kong’s best brunch destinations.

Keep on top of the latest and greatest brunch offerings around town with our always-updated list of the top brunch spots in Hong Kong!

The best brunch in Hong Kong 2025: summer edition

1. The Merchants

For a change of pace from the Western brunch norm, The Merchants is a fine option, offering refined Shanghainese cuisine accented with touches from the neighbouring provinces of Jiangsu and Zhejiang. The newly launched Belle Époque Brunch (HKD580 pp) by chef Chen Tian Long features free-flow appetisers, dim sum, soup, mains, rice and noodles, and dessert, so diners can certainly get their fill. The menu choices are quite extensive, though we highly recommend multiple orders of the jasmine tea-smoked duck, meatball in sweet soy sauce, scallion oil noodles with dried shrimp, and picture-perfect xiao long bao.

The Merchants, 43–45/F, FORTY-FIVE, Gloucester Tower, LANDMARK, Central, 2155 4141, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with two-hour free-flow champagne packages priced from a total of HKD980 pp including food

2. Zuma

Zuma’s legendary weekend brunch has long been at the pinnacle of free-flow brunch listicles. The Japanese restaurant’s brunch offering has got even better now with the debut of the Shūmatsu Brunch (HKD788 pp), notable for its bottomless hot dishes up for grabs at the brand-new baikingu station. This station presents a diverse assortment of Japanese-inspired delicacies, from assorted tempura and shrimp and chicken karaage to pork gyoza with spicy yuzu truffle and saba with Japanese herbs, ginger, and spring onion. In addition, a selection of Zuma’s signature starters, a seasonal sashimi and sushi platter, and a dessert platter are served to the table. If that’s still not enough to satisfy you, mains can be ordered for an additional cost. The standard Umai brunch package comes with free-flow iced tea, juices, and soft drinks. 

Zuma, 5/F & 6/F, LANDMARK, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, 3657 6388, book here

Weekends and special public holidays, 11AM–2:45PM, with 2.5-hour free-flow champagne packages priced from a total of HKD1,168 pp including food

3. Hutong

Another mainstay of the Hong Kong brunch scene is Hutong’s Feng Wei Brunch (HKD588 pp). The glam northern Chinese restaurant with its sweeping views is a favourite for its unlimited dim sum and small plates that are packed with delicious creativity; expect to order seconds of the pickled pepper har gow, siu mai with Wagyu beef, black truffle, and caviar, and kung pao chilli prawns. Hutong’s brunch is a big hit with families for its rotating monthly entertainment schedule, which includes the likes of traditional face-changing performances, noodle-pulling demos, and caricature drawing. That and the fact that kids aged 5 to 12 eat for free!    

Hutong, 18/F, H Zentre, 18 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3428 8342, WhatsApp 5481 6436, book here

Sundays and special public holidays, 11:30AM–3:30PM, with 90-minute free-flow packages priced at HKD200 pp for non-alcoholic drinks, HKD280 pp to include sparkling wine, or from HKD380 pp to include champagne

4. Duddell’s

A long-standing choice for a top dim sum brunch feast comes courtesy of Michelin-starred Duddell’s with its Salon Brunch (HKD638 pp), inclusive of free-flow juices and soft drinks. With its checklist-style menu, the brunch items here are more refined versions of those found at traditional yum cha parlours around town. Take your pick from unlimited dim sum, snacks, soup, mains, rice and noodles, and desserts in the chic Salon dining area overlooking Duddell’s leafy outdoor terrace. The best bit for us is the all-you-can-eat Peking duck.   

Duddell’s, 3/F & 4/F, 1 Duddell Street, Central, 2525 9191, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with two-hour free-flow champagne packages priced from a total of HKD998 pp including food

5. The Verandah

In terms of ambience, it doesn’t get much better than The Verandah, Repulse Bay’s charming colonial-style European restaurant, especially if the sun’s out and you’re sat on the atmospheric verandah itself taking in the ocean views. Newly appointed executive chef Jordi Vallès Claverol has refreshed the eatery’s lavish Mediterranean-driven semi-buffet Sunday brunch (HKD698 pp), which features an indulgent seafood display where a seafood risotto station, freshly prepared crudos and ceviches, and premium seafood on ice take pride of place. This under-the-sea smorgasbord is followed up by a choice of main course, ending with the eatery’s epic dessert station. 

The Verandah, 1/F, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, 2292 2822, book here

Sundays and special public holidays, 11AM–2:30PM, with two-hour free-flow packages priced at HKD48 pp for mineral water, HKD148 pp to include soft drinks, orange and apple juices, coffee, and tea, or from HKD198 pp to include alcoholic beverages

6. Casa Sophia Loren

Just in time for summer, Casa Sophia Loren has introduced the delightful A’ Tavola Brunch (HKD588 pp) with a focus on the light, fresh, and vibrant flavours of southern Italy. To the tune of an acoustic guitarist and live vocalist on Saturdays, start off with seven Italian sharing appetisers and unlimited classic pasta dishes before digging into a main course of your choice – be that pan-fried Norwegian salmon with lemon oil, eggplant parmigiana, or charcoal-grilled lamb chops (+HKD120). The showstopping ending here comes in the form of the loaded dessert platter and house-made limoncello.

Casa Sophia Loren, 1/F, Sophia Loren House Hong Kong, The Heritage Woo Cheong Pawn Shop, 60A–66 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, 3594 6199, WhatsApp 5110 6590, book here

Weekends, 12–4PM, with multiple three-hour free-flow packages priced at HKD80 pp for still and sparkling water and soft drinks and from HKD200 pp to include alcoholic beverages

7. Ming Pavilion

Over at Island Shangri-La, contemporary Hokkien restaurant Ming Pavilion has introduced a Sunday dim sum brunch (from HKD488 pp) experience that speaks to the power of the traditional Fujian flavours crafted by chef Jack Lam. Diners can select from three brunch tiers, each more premium and costly than the one before, offering up to 10 Minnan bites. These dishes range from yum cha the likes of the steamed fresh prawn dumpling with pickled spicy yellow capsicum sauce and Xiamen-style popiah, to the Yongchun aged vinegar jellyfish terrine, Xiapu seaweed soup with pork dumpling, and tea-smoked crispy pigeon, to the sweet taro paste with soy-milk pudding and Minnan peach gum and white fungus sweet soup for dessert.  

Ming Pavilion, 8/F, Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, 2820 8580, WhatsApp 9700 0514, book here

Sundays from Jun. 8, 12–3PM, with two-hour free-flow premium tea, Saicho sparkling tea, and Prosecco priced at HKD198 pp

The best brunch in Hong Kong 2025: spring edition

1. OZONE

A Hong Kong brunch list is not complete without a mention of OZONE, the highest rooftop bar in the world, at The Ritz-Carlton. OZONE’s Sunday brunch (from HK688 pp) is legendary, not just in our city but across the world. The brunch begins with a cold seafood platter, followed by a choice of starter, main course, and dessert. The live music sets the stage for an epic afternoon ahead, a prime choice for sealing the deal!

OZONE, 118/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, 2263 2270, book here

Sundays, 12–2:30PM, with free-flow packages priced from HKD288 pp

2. La Paloma

For brunch with a Spanish slant, it’s difficult to beat La Paloma’s fun and affordable approach. The Sai Yin Pun hotspot is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with an updated weekend brunch concept inspired by Hong Kong’s tradition of dim sum, with diners ticking their choices from an order sheet as they do it at yum cha specialists around town. The “sexy” lunch menu (HKD298 pp) includes three tapas per person, a signature paella for a minimum of two, and dessert. You can make things more luxe with the premium lunch menu (HKD398 pp), which gives guests an even wider selection of tapas.

La Paloma, 1/F, Soho 189, 189 Queen’s Road West, Sai Ying Pun, 2291 6161, WhatsApp 5249 2406, book here

Weekends, 12–4PM, with free-flow cava, sangria, house wine, and beer priced at HKD230 pp 

3. JUNO 

Breezy Mediterranean eatery JUNO in Sheung Wan, a recent Bib Gourmand winner, has updated its brunch menu (HKD308 pp) to mark this milestone. New appetiser choices (diners each get a choice of two) include the grilled mixed vegetables and sautéed clams (+HKD40) in plenty of garlic, white wine, and butter. On the newly introduced mains front, we like the sounds of the capsicum and scamorza risotto and barramundi puttanesca for lighter flavours. White chocolate panna cotta and tiramisu are the Med-inspired desserts on offer this spring.

JUNO, G/F, 88 Wing Lok Street, Sheung Wan, 2703 5188, WhatsApp 5183 0188, book here

Weekends and public holidays from Apr. 26, 11:30AM–4:30PM, with 90-minute free-flow cava, red, white, and rosé wine, negronis, and beer priced at HKD198 pp

4. Minato

Refined Japanese restaurant Minato has refreshed its unique brunch menu, Torio Bento (HKD388 pp), for the summer months to come. Presented in gorgeous globe-shaped porcelain jubako boxes that are handmade in the traditional Arita fashion, each box has three light and refreshing layers: Miyazaki Wagyu tartare or isoyaki abalone at the top, a central portion of seasonal sashimi donburi, and chilled tofu or chilled ume somen at the base. A daily appetiser and dessert or coffee are also included.  

Minato, Shop G4–G6, G/F, Great Eagle Centre, 23 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2345 0663, WhatsApp 6365 3696, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–2:30PM, with free-flow sake priced at HKD288 pp

5. WATERMARK 

WATERMARK’s harbourfront location is a big plus for brunch at this enduring Pier 7 eatery. For HKD598 per person, the Weekend Harbour Brunch Bliss is headlined by unlimited servings of a wide array of appetisers, including hamachi crudo, burrata mousse, and Wagyu beef tartare, as well as bottomless dessert. The main course choices are inventive and varied, from a delightful three-yellow chicken roulade that wowed us on a previous visit to a crabmeat and semi-dried squid risotto.

WATERMARK, Shop L, P/F, Pier 7, Central, 2167 7251, WhatsApp 9123 2099, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with 150-minute non-alcoholic free-flow priced at HKD60 pp or HKD290 pp to include alcoholic beverages

6. SOMM

SOMM’s brunch menu has been given a spring makeover with a selection of creative seasonal mains the likes of poached KIN egg on English muffin with black truffle butter, green vegetables, hollandaise sauce, and crispy Ibérico bellota ham and dry-aged Challans duck breast with sansho, shiso beetroot, cherry, and Maury reduction. The standard brunch offering at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental’s modern French bistro is the SOMMkind of Brunch (HKD778 pp) package, a darling for its inclusion of 90 minutes of free-flow sommelier-selected sparkling wine, seasonal wine-based cocktails, fresh juices, coffee, and tea. Sharing starters, including SOMM’s divine seasonal bread basket accompanied by grain-fed O’Connor Angus beef carpaccio and scampi tempura with togarashi mayo, and a selection of irresistible desserts complete this decadent brunch feast (make sure to save room for the Valrhona Abinao chocolate soufflé with cacao sorbet).

SOMM, 7/F, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, LANDMARK, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, 2132 0055, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 10:30AM–2:30PM. Diners can upgrade to the SOMMkind of Special Brunch (HKD908 pp) with an additional selection of free-flow champagne, red and white wine, and sake. For non-alcoholic drinkers, the SOMMkind of Light Brunch (HKD608 pp) comes with coffee and tea.

7. À Poêle French Bistro

À Poêle’s cosy space is the perfect spot for a leisurely weekend brunch with a Gallic touch. The eatery’s all-day à-la-carte brunch menu features eggy sensations like eggs royale (HKD148) and eggs Benedict (HKD148), the classic French croque madame (HKD168) sandwich, and even a hearty French breakfast (HKD188) plate, packed with two eggs any style, ham, fried potato, Toulouse sausage, and a freshly baked croissant.     

À Poêle French Bistro, Shop G514, G/F, Hing On Mansion, 5 Tai Yue Avenue, Taikoo Shing, 2446 1598, book here

Weekends, 11AM–5PM, with 90-minute free-flow French wine and brunch cocktails priced at HKD148 pp or HKD398 pp to include champagne

8. Bushra

Waterfront dining meets Middle Eastern cuisine at Bushra, an atmospheric restaurant featuring a very reasonably priced two-course brunch menu. The Family Brunch (HKD208 pp) commences with a spread of sharing mezze for the table (hummus, fried kibbeh, baba ganoush, batata harra, and falafel) accompanied by cheese-stuffed pita, feta, and pickles. The main course options are hearty and comforting, from the signature vegetable, chicken, fish, or lamb tagine to the Adana kofta with ouzi rice. If you’re still hankering for more Middle Eastern goodness, you can add on a dessert of kunafa with ice cream (HKD48) or baklava (HKD38).   

Bushra, Shop G6 & UG16, G/F & UG/F, Tsim Sha Tsui Centre, 66 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 6172 3591, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM

9. Qué Pasa Tapas y Vino

Tai Hang Spanish restaurant Qué Pasa hits it out of the park with its new à-la-carte weekend brunch menu, which allows diners to mix and match their favourite bites over a six-hour time frame. Spanish-style egg dishes take centre stage; we love the sounds of the broken eggs (HKD58) with crispy potato and paprika aioli, cast-iron eggs flamenco (HKD108) with chistorra sausage, tomato, and bell pepper, and steak and eggs (HKD158) with chimichurri and crispy potato. The restaurant’s delectable tapas range is also up for ordering during brunch.

Qué Pasa Tapas y Vino, G/F, 98 Tung Lo Wan Road, Tai Hang, WhatsApp 9169 0298, book here

Weekends, 11AM–5PM, with 90-minute free-flow cava, beer, house wine, and mocktails priced at HKD198 pp

10. OMAROO Grill

New rooftop steakhouse OMAROO Grill has launched a reasonably priced three-course weekend brunch menu (HKD388 pp) that’s made us stand up and take notice. Brunch begins with starters including oysters Kilpatrick and lobster bisque, followed by an egg-centric dish such as potato hash topped with slow-cooked Wagyu pastrami and a poached egg. The main event comes in the form of herb-crusted lamb rack, Chilean sea bass, or filet mignon, along with comforting sides aplenty. Dessert – ricotta hotcakes (+HKD60) with honeycomb butter and banana – can be added on if you have tummy space to spare. 

OMAROO Grill, 26/F, H Queen’s, 80 Queen’s Road Central, Central, 2656 6678, WhatsApp 6160 1950, book here

Weekends, 12–3PM. Two-hour free-flow can be added for a total cost of HKD498 pp with non-alcoholic beverages, HKD628 pp with Prosecco, wine, beer, and cocktails, or HKD748 pp with champagne added to the mix.

11. Buenos Aires Polo Club

The Polo Brunch (HKD688 pp) at Buenos Aires Polo Club has been the talk of the town for years, a Hong Kong favourite since its debut back in 2017. Brunch at this regal Argentinian steakhouse stars the General Pico Black Angus rib-eye carving station, with stunning supporting acts of made-to-order omelettes, a raw seafood bar, and lots more delicacies in store – including the restaurant’s famously sinful French toast. This is the ideal brunch for fans of big steaks or great martinis (or both).

Buenos Aires Polo Club, 7/F, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, 2321 8681, book here

One Saturday per month, 12–2:30PM, with two-hour free-flow martinis and sommelier-selected red and white wine priced at HKD300 pp

12. Olé Spanish Restaurant

Another long-standing restaurant for brunch in Hong Kong is Olé, celebrating its incredible 27th anniversary this year. Chef Jesus Pascual’s weekend brunch menu (HKD488 pp) is down-to-earth and rustic, just like the restaurant itself, which is charmingly pickled in time. The bang-for-your-buck feast delivers five sharing tapas, unlimited paella of the day, and a choice of both main course and dessert. The Segovia-style roasted suckling pig is a signature main for good reason, beloved for its milky, tender meat and thin layer of ultra-crispy skin.

Olé Spanish Restaurant, 1/F, Shun Ho Tower, 24–30 Ice House Street, Central, 2523 8624, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 11:30AM–3PM, with an assortment of two-hour free-flow packages priced from HKD98 pp without alcohol and from HKD198 pp with alcohol

13. Quiero Más

Another top option for weekend brunch with a Spanish touch comes to us at Quiero Más, priced at an unbeatable HKD298 per person. An assortment of classic tapas to share, including broken eggs with chorizo, truffle and cheese bikini, and garlic-chilli prawns, will start diners salivating, continuing on with main course choices that include the restaurant’s signature suckling pig and seafood paella for two. You’ll be sent off into the afternoon on a sugar high after devouring the churros with chocolate dip, Basque burnt cheesecake, or crema catalana for dessert. Quiero Más is also a standout for its vegetarian brunch menu, available for the same price. 

Quiero Más, 20/F, M88, 2–8 Wellington Street, Central, 2383 0268, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3:30PM, with two-hour free-flow Prosecco, sangria, red and white wine, bottled beer, standard spirits, and selected cocktails priced at HKD228 pp

14. Vista 

Vista’s newly launched weekend “pinwheel” lunch (HKD488 pp) is a great Italian brunch option with a view. Presenting five starters, such as cantaloupe and San Daniele ham DOP, scallop crudo, and mini foie gras tartlet, in a pinwheel design where multiple plates are combined, the shape symbolises good fortune and allows diners to customise their appetiser selection. Then it’s time for a main course the likes of the Sicilian sea bass fillet, burrata ravioli with truffle cream sauce, or slow-cooked Wagyu beef cheek, plus a whopping 500-gram tiramisu to finish (definitely take the leftovers home for a cheeky midnight snack later on).

Vista, 29/F, One Peking, 1 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2778 3255, book here

Weekends from Apr. 18, 11:30AM–2:30PM 

15. Calle Ocho

What sets Calle Ocho apart from other Spanish brunch offerings around town is the live music element, transporting diners to the squares of Spain with the traditional acoustic tunes of flamenco, fandango, jota, and sardana. The Sunday brunch menu (HKD298 pp) comes with five sharing tapas, a main course, and dessert. The patatas bravas and Ibérico ham croquettes are classic tapas winners, whilst the suckling pig and truffle broken eggs shine in the mains department. You can add on a paella (from HKD150) if the urge strikes.

Calle Ocho, Shop K, G/F & 1/F, Fashion Walk, 8 Cleveland Street, Causeway Bay, 2638 8895, book here

Sundays, 11:30AM–3:30PM, with 90-minute free-flow priced at HKD198 pp

The best brunch in Hong Kong 2025: winter edition

1. WAKARAN

In terms of a value-for-money multi-course brunch, East-meets-West restaurant WAKARAN offers a fine option. The set brunch menu (HKD298 pp) at this contemporary eatery features four courses of diverse flavours from throughout Asia. A unique amuse-bouche of bread and butter with milk foam kicks things off, and then it’s time to select two starters, a main course, and a pudding. We love the sounds of the typhoon shelter calamari and maki taco, followed by the Australian Wagyu gimbap and pistachio affogato (+HKD48) for dessert.

WAKARAN, Shop B, G/F, Pinnacle Building, 9 Ship Street, Wan Chai, 2866 3681, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with 90-minute free-flow G&Ts infused with fresh Japanese fruits priced at HKD178 pp

2. Chaiwala

Indian brunch spreads are some of the best out there, fragrant and aromatic to the max, and Chaiwala tops this list with its new Bazaar Brunch Buffet (HKD368 pp). For less than HKD400 a head, diners will be treated to an all-you-can-eat Indian feast of salads and street snacks, unlimited servings of curries, tandoori items, naan, and rice dishes, and Indian sweets. Booking via the Pirata Group app comes with lots of extra perks. 

Chaiwala, B/F, Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43–55 Wyndham Street, Central, 2362 8988, book here 

Sundays, 11:30AM–3:15PM, with free-flow packages priced from HKD128 pp for non-alcoholic beverages or from HKD198 pp with alcoholic drinks included

3. Cruise Restaurant & Bar

This rooftop restaurant at the Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour hotel includes a whole lotta bang for your buck with its newly launched all-you-can-eat weekend brunch (HKD398 pp). On Cruise’s modern Asian brunch menu, get your fill of a wide array of dishes, including starters of grilled Ibérico pork belly ssam, oyster pancake, and chicken satay and mains and sides of braised Wagyu beef cheek massaman curry, wok-fried sea bass, and kimchi fried rice. Make sure to save some space for dessert though as this epic brunch comes with made-to-order mango sticky rice and seasonal ice cream too.

Cruise Restaurant & Bar, 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, 3896 9898, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–2:30PM, with two-hour free-flow priced at HKD198 pp for Prosecco and selected wine and beer or HKD298 pp to include champagne and signature cocktails

4. Sabatini Ristorante Italiano 

Originating in Rome in 1958, Sabatini has been a mainstay at The Royal Garden hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui for 35 years, expanding more recently with a branch at ifc mall in Central. At both locations, the authentic Italian brunch menu (from HKD838 pp) begins and ends with a bang; an elaborate antipasti spread sets the grand scene, followed by a special course of cheese baked lobster and a dessert table rounding off the meal with gusto. In between, there are live stations where the likes of black truffle scrambled egg on toast and Fassone beef tartare make appearances, a choice of pasta or risotto, and then a main course such as pan-seared toothfish or roasted Australian M5 Wagyu. Trust us – you can skip dinner with this one…

Sabatini Ristorante Italiano, Shop 4008, 4/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, 2610 0080, book here

Sabatini Ristorante Italiano, 3/F, The Royal Garden, 69 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2721 5215, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 11:30AM–3PM, with free-flow champagne, Prosecco, red and white wine, and juice priced from HKD218 pp

5. Zoku Restaurant & The Terrace

Another hotel brunch we rate highly is Zoku’s at The Hari, this time for Japanese abundance. The multi-course brunch menu (from HKD568 pp) features either seasonal sashimi or a half-dozen oysters (+HKD168) to kick things off, a selection of otsumami (snacks) like tsukune kushiyaki, a variety of signature sushi, and a main course (we love the sound of the truffle yaki soba). Then it’s time for dessert, and our pudding of choice at Zoku is the salted caramel sando. 

Zoku Restaurant & The Terrace, 2/F, The Hari Hong Kong, 330 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 2129 0338, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–4:30PM, with two-hour free-flow packages priced at HKD168 pp for the Jimina package (Saicho jasmine sparkling tea, signature mocktails, non-alcoholic beer, soft drinks, juices, and still and sparkling water), HKD288 for the Kanpai package (including red, white, and sparkling wine, highballs, and signature cocktails), and HKD388 for the Champagne vs Sake package (including Perrier-Jouët champagne, Bellinis, and sake)

6. Carna by Dario Cecchini 

Carna has rocketed to the top of our steakhouse list owing to master butcher Dario Cecchini’s pioneering sustainable approach. The Italian steakhouse’s Nose-to-tail Brunch (from HKD728 pp) is served family style, getting into the swing of things with five all-you-can-eat appetisers that include grilled balsamic vegetables with burrata, black truffle rump beef tartare, and braised beef tripe. The pasta course – mezze maniche with braised Wagyu topside ragù – is also unlimited, but be sure to save some belly space for Carna’s divine charcoal-grilled meat platter of fennel-marinated short ribs, homemade truffle beef and pork sausage, and your choice of steak cut. The tableside tiramisu is the menu’s sweet ending.

Carna by Dario Cecchini, 39/F, Mondrian Hong Kong, 8A Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3550 0339, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with free-flow priced at HKD280 pp for Prosecco, sommelier-selected wine, cocktails, beer, and soft drinks or HKD480 pp to include champagne

7. Nobu Hong Kong

Nobu-san brought his Peruvian-Japanese icon Nobu back to life at Regent Hong Kong in late 2023, and the global sensation has introduced a Saturday brunch (HKD858 pp) that’s turning heads. Eschewing the buffet style that’s typical of hotel brunches, the Nobu team deliver a vast array of the restaurant’s signature dishes to diners’ tables, starting with unlimited shuko snacks, nigiri and sashimi, and salads. These plates are followed by your choice of two main dishes from a selection of Nobu faves – perhaps rock shrimp tempura with creamy spicy sauce, black cod miso, or lamb chops miso anticucho. For dessert, there’s a festive dessert platter of sweet temptations, ranging from mango cheesecake to caramelised soy tofu cake.

Nobu Hong Kong, 2/F, Regent Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2313 2313, book here

Saturdays and selected public holidays, 11:30AM–2:30PM, with free-flow priced at HKD198 pp to include sparkling tea, juices, and soft drinks, HKD298 pp with red and white wine, sake, and beer, or HKD468 pp with champagne

8. Cardinal Point

If brunch is not complete without stunning views to treat your eyes as well as your palate, Cardinal Point is the answer. This rooftop bar and restaurant’s brunch menu (HKD500 pp) – Heal Dream – is four courses of sky-high indulgence. It begins with a mezze platter featuring an assortment of dips, followed by a choice of starter, main, and dessert. Classic brunch plates including truffle scrambled egg and crab cake Benedict are amongst the starter contenders. The mains range from comfort-food faves like pasta pomodoro, chicken parma, and pepperoni pizza to two Sunday roast options, traditional suckling pig (+HKD180) and 36-ounce chargrilled tomahawk (+HKD380). The five-layer chocolate cake sounds like the perfect ending to this “cheat day” meal.

Cardinal Point, 43–45/F, Gloucester Tower, FORTY-FIVE, Gloucester Tower, LANDMARK, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, 3501 8560, book here

Sundays and public holidays, 11:30AM–4:30PM, with the Cocktails by John Nugent free-flow package (HKD380 pp) including 2.5 hours of unlimited espresso martinis, pandan highballs, and Aperol Spritz #45 and the Bubbles & Wine free-flow package (HKD680 pp) coming with 2.5 hours of bottomless pours of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut NV, Minuty M Rosé 2022, Domaine des Malandes Chablis 2022, and Château Roques de Jean Lice Bordeaux 2018

9. The Optimist

The Optimist’s Sunday buffet brunch (HKD428 pp) has Foodie written all over it. It’s the free-flow fiesta station that’s really got our heart pumping, where we can get our fill of unlimited oysters, pintxos, cold cuts, cheese, salad, and gazpacho. A choice of main course, such as charcoal-grilled sea bass or roasted yellow chicken, and a classic Spanish dessert the likes of churros or burnt Basque cheesecake complete this gut-busting feast.

The Optimist, G/F & 1/F, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 2433 3324, book here 

Sundays, 11:30AM–3PM, with free-flow Prosecco, sangria, Spanish red and white wine, and beer priced at HKD198 pp or HKD398 pp to include Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut champagne

10. Mandarin Grill + Bar

At the Mandarin Oriental, Michelin-starred Mandarin Grill + Bar offers a decadent Saturday brunch option fuelled with champagne. The Saturday champagne brunch menu (from HKD788 pp) pulls out all the stops, even coming with complimentary elevated snacks to whet the palate. Diners can indulge in dishes ranging from an appetiser of house-smoked salmon gravlax and lobster bisque for the soup course to a main course of roasted Pyrenees milk-fed lamb leg and roasted apricot millefeuille for dessert.  

Mandarin Grill + Bar, 1/F, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central, 2825 4004, book here

Saturdays and public holidays, 12–2:30PM, with two-hour free-flow Ruinart champagne packages priced from HKD588 pp 

11. Nicholini’s

A prime Saturday brunch option, Conrad hotel’s elegant Italian restaurant Nicholini’s has launched the gut-busting Ciao Italia brunch (HKD798 pp), which comes with free-flow Prosecco, cocktails, juices, and soft drinks. The food portion of the brunch is just as generous, kicking off with a bottomless buffet of more than 15 Italian appetisers. Next up, each table is presented with a chilled seafood platter. Main course options range from house-made pasta dishes like tagliatelle with porcini to cacciucco, a tomato-based Tuscan seafood stew, along with refillable sides. Dessert – tiramisu, profiteroles, torta della nonna, and cannoli – is also served tableside. Room for more? Diners can indulge in two items whipped up at live stations: beef tartare and rum baba. 

Nicholini’s, 8/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2822 8801, book here

Saturdays, 11:30AM–2:30PM. Upgrade to a total price of HKD998 pp with free-flow that includes Perrier-Jouët champagne, red, white, and dessert wine, port, cocktails, and draught beer.

12. Grand Majestic Sichuan

If “spice” is your middle name, Grand Majestic Sichuan should be your brunch game. This Central Sichuan restaurant has launched the Majestic Brunch (HKD588 pp) with unlimited appetisers, vegetables, and rice and noodle dishes and a choice of main course. Chef Theign Phan will smack your palate with the likes of chilli oil pork wontons, pickled mustard green fish, tangerine peel beef, and Grand Majestic Sichuan’s outstanding dan dan noodles.

Grand Majestic Sichuan, Shop 301, 3/F, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road, Central, 2151 1299, book here

First and third Sunday of the month, 12–2:30PM, with two-hour free-flow champagne, wine, and beer priced at a total of HKD888 pp including food

13. Grissini

If it’s a mix of Italian flair and comfort you’re after, make a booking at reliable favourite Grissini at the Grand Hyatt, where chef Valerio Mandile has enhanced the weekend set brunch menu (from HKD880 pp). The seafood-heavy menu features an assortment of sharing antipasti (we love the poached oysters and grilled octopus), a choice of main, and a selection of sharing desserts. The spaghetti with Atlantic lobster and Piennolo tomato (+HKD150) and Roman claypot-baked chicken for two (+HKD180) never fail us. Grissini’s brunch is also ideal for those who are inclined to a tipple or two – even the lowest-priced package is inclusive of two hours of bottomless Prosesso, signature cocktails and mocktails, soft drinks, and juices. 

Grissini, 2/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2584 7722, book here

Weekends, 11:30AM–2PM. Upgrade to HKD1,080 pp to include two-hour free-flow Perrier-Jouët champagne and house red and white wine or HKD1,460 pp to add on three glasses of premium Italian wine to the mix.

14. La Petite Maison (LPM)

La Petite Maison has refreshed its popular La Vie en Rosé Brunch (HKD688 pp) to showcase free-flow appetisers, mocktails, and juice. Of the two dozen unlimited Med-inspired appetisers up for sampling, we particularly recommend the warm heirloom tomato tart and sea bream ceviche for lighter flavours, followed by the heartier egg Benedict with crab hollandaise. Diners are spoilt for choice with the luscious main and dessert options, but you can never go wrong with LPM signatures like the baby chicken marinated in lemon confit and vanilla cheesecake.

La Petite Maison (LPM), Shop 1, 1/F, H Queen’s, 23–29 Stanley Street, Central, 2887 1113, book here

Sundays, 12–2PM. Upgrade and pay HKD998 pp total to include free-flow premium champagne and wine and a selection of signature cocktails.

15. The Mistral

Reopening recently on the first floor of the InterContinental Grand Stanford, The Mistral’s Sunday-only Harbour View Brunch (HKD688 pp) by chef Fabio Guaglione is Italian brunch bliss at its finest. The semi-buffet spread offers a fresh seafood bar of Alaskan crab legs, Boston lobster, yellowfin tuna carpaccio, and more, plus an antipasti table laden with Italian cold cuts and artisanal cheeses. Next up, head to the pasta corner for handmade pasta and risotto, followed by a decadent main course (perhaps Mediterranean sea bass in white wine sauce or double-baked pumpkin and goat cheese soufflé). Finally, savour a sweet finale by digging into cannoli, black truffle burnt cheesecake, and one-metre-long millefeuille.

The Mistral, 1/F, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, 70 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2731 2870, book here

Sundays, 11AM–3PM, with free-flow priced at HKD200 pp to include Moët & Chandon Imperial Brut champagne and house red and sparkling wine

16. HENRY

Get ready to unzip or unbuckle following a brunch session at Rosewood hotel’s sleek American steakhouse HENRY. Chef Jorge Vera Gutiérrez’s American weekend lunch menu (HKD798 pp) is a US-inspired banquet of sorts, and we’re here for it. The menu begins with an assortment of sharing starters, including the likes of gravlax, lobster bisque, wedge salad, and buttermilk fried chicken, and then it’s time for the main event. The Australian M4 Wagyu New York strip or USDA Prime tenderloin (+HKD198) are the obvious options, but the Juicy Lucy burger – 180 grams of dry-aged beef, American cheese, and fried egg on a homemade brioche bun – is a worthy rival. For dessert, we adore both the grilled banana sundae and sizzling brownie (+HKD98).

HENRY, 5/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3891 8732, book here

Weekends and public holidays, 12–3PM, with two-hour free-flow non-alcoholic wine and fruit punch priced at HKD288 pp or HKD588 pp to include Ruinart champagne, house red and white wine, draught and canned beer, and mimosas from the trolley

17. Ask for Alonzo

Mamma mia! Ask for Alonzo’s newly launched Auntie Maria’s Brunch (HKD268 pp) puts the “fam” in family-style dining. About as reasonably priced as it gets for a three-course brunch in Hong Kong, the Italian menu comes with a sharing starter platter of Italian cold cuts, fried calamari, and tomato bruschetta, a choice of main course, and dessert. The breakfast carbonara pasta dish is a fan-favourite main, whilst Alonzo’s signature tiramisu is a fine rendition of this classic Italian pudding. 

Ask for Alonzo, multiple locations across Hong Kong, book here

Weekends, 11AM–5M, with two-hour free-flow lemonade, Prosecco, beer, and house vodka and gin with mixers priced at HKD198 pp

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The best afternoon tea in Hong Kong 2025: summer edition

1. Dim Sum Library’s Tea Tales

Reopened in May this year following an extensive revamp, sleek yum cha specialist Dim Sum Library has introduced a free-flow afternoon tea experience featuring a delightful birdcage-shaped tiered stand. Over the course of a two-hour period, diners can get their fill of creative all-you-can-eat steamed and fried dim sum, bigger plates, and desserts, including bestsellers like the dan dan xiao long bao, black garlic siu mai, Wagyu beef puff with black pepper, and oolong crème brûlée. The set comes with a complimentary tea-infused mocktail.     

Tea Tales is priced at HKD338 for one on weekdays and HKD398 for one on weekends and public holidays.

Dim Sum Library, Shop 124, 1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3643 0088, WhatsApp 9571 6361, book here  

Daily, 2–5:30PM

2. Four Seasons’ 101 Days of Summer Afternoon Tea 

The Four Seasons hotel is putting on a very lush afternoon tea celebrating the best of Japan’s summertime fruit harvests. The fruity sweets up for grabs include the the likes of the strawberry crémeux with yuzu and mixed berry compote, Uji-Shi matcha with Nyangbo 68% chocolate and almond joconde, and Hokkaido cream kanten with Japanese white peach. The savoury creations are just as inventive, from the plum, shrimp, dill, and ikura finger sandwich to the bite of peach, duck, and yakitori sauce. Each set is complemented by a grand pavlova tableside service.

The 101 Days of Summer Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD528 for one and HKD880 for two. 

The Lounge, G/F, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central, 3196 8882, book here

Jun. 1–Sep. 9, daily, 2:30–6PM on weekdays and 3–6PM on weekends and public holidays

3. Hyatt Centric’s Cruise x Pandan Man Afternoon Tea (with swimming pool access!)

This summer, Cruise at Hyatt Centric has partnered up with local bakery Pandan Man to offer this aromatic pandan-themed afternoon tea. Perhaps even better than the pandan ondeh-ondeh cake, mango pomelo sticky rice froth pandan cake, pandan and coconut mochi, pandan kaya cheese toast with onsen egg, and unlimited pandan ice cream and cendol shaved ice up for grabs is the complimentary three-hour access granted to Cruise’s rooftop infinity pool, available from 12PM to 3PM on the same day.

The Cruise x Pandan Man Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD688 for two. Each set also comes with two 15%-off vouchers for use at Pandan Man’s shops. 

Cruise Restaurant & Bar, 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, 3896 9898, book here (20% discount when booked online) 

Jun. 7–Aug. 31, weekends and public holidays, 3–5PM

4. The Luxe Manor’s Soothing Verdant Afternoon Tea 

With its calming green and blue tones, The Luxe Manor’s FINDS has teamed up with US skincare brand Cetaphil to release this afternoon set inspired by both nature and the flavours of the Nordic countries. Sweets and savouries we look forward to digging into include the Norwegian gravlax finger sandwich, Nordic shrimp and cucumber parfait, Arctic blueberry financier, and on-trend pistachio truffle chocolate. 

The Soothing Verdant Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD338 for one and HKD588 for two. Teatime guests will receive a complimentary Cetaphil Soothing & Comforting collection gift set (valued at HKD620).

FINDS, 1/F, The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2522 9318, WhatsApp 9376 0331, book here

May 27–Aug. 31, daily, 3–5:30PM

5. Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui’s Sundae Neon Twist Afternoon Tea 

This new afternoon tea at Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui’s Sky Lounge is summertime personified! A collaboration with Anna Sui, the vibrant set takes its cue from the iconic lifestyle brand’s playful, colourful new addition – Sundae Neon Twist – to the Sundae fragrance collection. The 10 sweets and savouries on show are infused with summery floral and fruity flavours, from the Guava (lobster roll with guava mayo) and Anna Sui Cone (crab mousse with avocado, grapefruit, and cucumber) to the Cherry (cassis cream, chocolate ganache, and alyssum tartlet) and Grapefruit (grapefruit yoghurt cup).

The Sundae Neon Twist Afternoon Tea has a price tag of HKD338 for one and HKD676 for two. Each diner will be gifted with a limited-edition Anna Sui gift and Anna Sui bounce-back voucher (valued at HKD390).

Sky Lounge, 18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2369 1111, book here (25% discount when booked online)

Jun. 1–Aug. 31, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

6. Dragonfly Afternoon Tea 

In line with Tai Kwun cocktail bar Dragonfly’s recently unveiled salon space and expanded daytime offerings comes this enticing (and surprisingly reasonably priced) afternoon tea set. Savoury bites include the wild mushroom quiche, chicken curry toastie, and harissa shrimp croissant sandwich, whilst the three-layered raspberry cake, orange cream parfait, and mini macarons are amongst the sweet treats to savour in the arvo.

The Dragonfly Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD388 for two. 

Dragonfly, Shop G01 & G03, G/F, Superintendent’s House & C Hall, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, WhatsApp 9359 0999

Daily, 2–5PM

7. Renaissance’s The Waltz of Blushing Blooms Afternoon Tea

This afternoon tea experience at Renaissance hotel’s Mirage Bar & Restaurant places the focus on home-grown vegan skincare brand Pretti5. Traditional Chinese medicine elements are prominent in the sweet and savoury elements featured in the set, from the konjac noodles with tsuyu sauce and pearl barley arancini with tomato-basil sauce to the snow fungus rose and white chocolate mousse and yuzu tart.

The Waltz of Blushing Blooms Afternoon Tea is priced at  HKD437.80 for one and HKD756.80 for two. Each set for two is inclusive of a Pretti5 gift set (valued at HKD380) and a 12%-off Pretti5 e-shop discount voucher.

Mirage Bar & Restaurant, 1/F, Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2802 8888, book here (30% discount when booked online)

Jul. 1–Sep. 30, daily, 3–5PM

8. Marco Polo’s Bella Vista Afternoon Tea

Marco Polo hotel’s summer afternoon tea edition at Cucina has a distinct Italian slant befitting the restaurant’s cuisine focus. As you take in the lovely harbour views, an elegant tea set loaded with 11 morsels awaits. Teatime highlights by chef Andrea Delzanno include the mini tart with mushroom, leek, and truffle mascarpone, panini with Parma ham and mozzarella, mango panna cotta, and raspberry chocolate lollipop.  

The Bella Vista Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD294 for one and HKD588 for two. 

Cucina, 6/F, Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, WhatsApp 2113 0808, book here

Jul. 7–Aug. 31, daily, 3–5:30PM on weekdays and 3:30–5:30PM on weekends and public holidays

9. Harbour Grand Kowloon’s Cool Summer Kiss Afternoon Tea

Harbour Grand Kowloon in Hung Hom has unveiled a supremely summery afternoon tea set to beat the heat, fusing Eastern and Western flavours in a variety of cooling sweet bites. We particularly like the sounds of the egg waffle with chocolate ice cream, peach mochi with coconut ice cream, osmanthus jelly cream puff with jelly sorbet, and Perrier punch with red dragon fruit and pineapple sorbet. With the hotel celebrating three decades of success, the set includes a 30th-anniversary mocktail. 

The Cool Summer Kiss Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD280 for one.

Corner Café, G/F, Harbour Grand Kowloon, 20 Tak Fung Street, Whampoa Garden, Hung Hom, 2996 8098, book here (30% discount when booked online)

Jul. 1–Aug. 31, daily, 3–5PM

10. Kerry’s Chocolate Rain Afternoon Tea

As part of Kerry Hotel’s transformation into an immersive art playground this summer in partnership with local design brand Chocolate Rain comes this adorable afternoon tea fusing art and gastronomy. The set has been developed as a fun unboxing experience, with each tiered wooden box revealing a selection of seasonal sweet and savoury creations that mirror Chocolate Rain’s playful aesthetic; these dainties include the foie gras crispy cone with fig and pistachio, peach and honey cake with redcurrant jelly, and coconut and mango parfait. The Chocolate Rain tableware, coasters, and stickers add to the joy!

The Chocolate Rain Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD638 for two on weekdays and HKD668 for two on weekends and public holidays. 

Lobby Lounge, 1/F, Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom, 2252 5237, book here 

Jun. 26–Aug. 31, daily, 2:30–5:30PM on weekdays and 1:30–6PM on weekends and public holidays 

The best afternoon tea in Hong Kong 2025: spring edition

1. W’s Fukuoka Strawberries Afternoon Tea

Luscious strawberries hailing from Japan’s Fukuoka Prefecture take pride of place this spring at W Hong Kong’s WOOBAR. These bright red, juicy berries are showcased in a diverse range of Instagram-worthy bites by executive pastry chef Pong Ngan, including Uji matcha biscuit with strawberry mousseline and crostata tart with mochi, strawberries, and diplomat cream. Two glasses of Ruinart Brut Rosé are the perfect pink-hued complement.     

The Fukuoka Strawberries Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD828 for two.

WOOBAR, 6/F, W Hong Kong, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon Station, Kowloon, 3717 2889, book here

Feb. 24–Apr. 30, daily, 3–6PM

2. The St. Regis’ The St. Regis Hong Kong x The St. Regis Bangkok Afternoon Tea

In honour of The St. Regis Hong Kong’s sixth anniversary, the hotel has teamed up with sister hotel The St. Regis Bangkok for an afternoon tea experience at The Drawing Room that reflects the dynamic cuisine and culture of each city. The HK-meets-BKK bites include the likes of pomelo scallop salad, deep-fried prawn with sweet plum gel, “yin yeung” foie gras rose, lobster siu mai, mango pomelo sago pudding verrine, peanut sesame cake, Thai tea egg tart, and pandan coconut roll cake.

The St. Regis Hong Kong x The St. Regis Bangkok Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD888 for two. 

The Drawing Room, 2/F, The St. Regis Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Drive, Wan Chai, 2138 6800, book here

Mar. 17–May 4, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

3. Grand’s Hyatt’s Tiffin Afternoon Tea

Over at the Grand Hyatt, Tiffin’s signature afternoon tea service has been made even more refined with the inclusion of a luxe tableside dessert trolley loaded up with gorgeous sweets that include strawberry chiffon cake and signature chocolate cake for diners to pick and choose as they fancy. In classic fashion, the remainder of the set features an assortment of traditional British finger sandwiches and a three-tiered stand of freshly baked plain and raisin scones with homemade strawberry and apricot jams, passion-fruit preserves, and Cornish clotted cream, along with seasonal fruits.   

The Tiffin Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD418 for one.

Tiffin, M/F, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2584 7722, book here

Daily from Apr. 1, 3:15–5PM

4. Tomacado’s Blessings in Bloom “Garden” Afternoon Tea

Beijing import Tomacado, a combined flower shop and East-meets-West restaurant, is the ideal spot to enjoy a spot of afternoon tea this springtime season, with the dining room itself a floral work of art. On the fusion teatime menu are the likes of smoked beef with fig croissant, sweet potato and white chocolate cake, raspberry opera cake, and a striking chocolate mousse whose design mimics Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. The star of the set is the peony tea with longan honey, made from the finest peony flowers from Luoyang, China.     

The Blessings in Bloom “Garden” Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD488 for two to include a small bucket of flowers to take away to beautify your home or office space.

Tomacado, Shop L2–06, 2/F, wwwtc mall, 280 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 2388 6282, WhatsApp 5348 6143, book here 

Daily, 3–5PM 

5. Magistracy Dining Room Afternoon Tea

At Magistracy Dining Room, chef Alyn Williams has put his grand stamp on the long-standing tradition of British afternoon tea. The chef’s Saturday teatime menu presents an assortment of refined sandwiches, from cream cheese and cucumber finger and coronation chicken toasted crumpet to prawn mayonnaise on toasted brioche and smoked salmon soda bread. Chocolate and cherry choux, Eton mess, and lemon meringue tart are some of the savoury stunners on show, accompanied by Cornish and mixed dried fruit scones with all the classic fixings.  

The Magistracy Dining Room Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD468 for one and HKD788 for two.

Magistracy Dining Room, G/F, Central Magistracy, Tai Kwun, 1 Arbuthnot Road, Central, 2252 3177, book here

Saturdays, 2:30–5PM

6. Hotel ICON’s Volcanic Durian Three-course Afternoon Tea

Executive chef Danny Ho has truly outdone himself with his latest afternoon tea promotion at The Market, Hotel ICON’s ever-popular buffet restaurant. Sourcing rare volcanic durian from Indonesia, chef Danny, aka the “Durian Prince,” has curated this three-course afternoon tea featuring a seafood hotpot with Indonesian volcano durian spicy broth alongside three varieties of volcanic Indonesian durian that are making their debut in Hong Kong for the very first time: Java Bawor King, Sumatra Moonlight, and Bali Sulawesi MT. This tea set for durian lovers also comes with a starter of gado-gado salad with lobster and six durian- and pandan-flavoured desserts.

The Volcanic Durian Three-course Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD418 for one and HKD698 for two on weekdays and HKD468 for one and HKD798 for two on weekends and public holidays (inclusive of a glass of sparkling wine per person).

The Market, 2/F, Hotel ICON, 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 3400 1308, book here 

Mar. 31–Jul. 7, daily, 3–5PM

7. Hyatt Centric’s Umu Jeju Afternoon Tea

At Hyatt Centric’s rooftop bar and restaurant Cruise, the afternoon tea collaboration this spring is with Korean dessert shop Umu, highlighting the brand’s best-selling items. This translates to goodies like Umu apple mango jelly tuna tartare and Umu apple mango jelly cheesecake, both crafted with Umu’s apple mango agar-agar jelly, which is made from seaweed harvested by Jeju’s iconic haenyeo (female divers). Additional delights include the Umu signature tea chocolate cake, which incorporates Umu’s namesake tea blend aromatic with buckwheat, lemongrass, mint, and rose, and Umu Udo peanut cookies. There are more Korean-inspired sweet and savoury treats on board too, as well as made-to-order red bean bungeoppang and a selection of seasonal ice creams.

The Umu Jeju Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD688 for two. Each set includes two complimentary Umu zipper pouches and two Jeju travel guides from the Jeju Tourism Organisation. Guests who complete a survey will also receive an Umu keychain.

Cruise Restaurant & Bar, 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, 3896 9898, book here 

Mar. 8–Jun. 1, weekends and public holidays, 3–5PM

8. Eaton’s Cheese, Chocolate, Checkmate! Afternoon Tea Buffet

This spring, Eaton HK’s afternoon tea buffet at The Astor turns its attention to two of our top guilty pleasures: cheese and chocolate. The all-you-can-eat cheesy line-up includes the likes of baked cheese oyster, seafood cheese dip with French toast, and variety upon variety of cheese from around the world – get stuck into Brie, Danish Blue, Emmental, Cheddar, Gouda, Grano Padano, Camembert, Taleggio, and more. The chocolate section of the buffet is a chocoholic’s dream come true, with highlights of chocolate and marshmallow panini, raspberry chocolate mousse cake, chocolate and salted egg yolk cheesecake, and overflowing chocolate fondue. 

The Cheese, Chocolate, Checkmate! Afternoon Tea Buffet is priced at HKD298 for one.

The Astor, B1/F, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan, 2710 1901, book here (up to 15% discount when booked online)

Weekends and public holidays, 3:15–5:15PM

9. Prince Hotel’s Thai-riffic Afternoon Tea

At Harbour City’s Prince Hotel, all-day-dining restaurant SAVVY is taking its cue from the Land of Smiles with its latest afternoon tea promotion. The vibrant sweet and savoury Thai bites on display come teatime run the gamut from shredded coconut, dried shrimp, and pomelo spicy shrimp cracker and Thai shrimp with spicy seafood dipping sauce to durian cheesecake, pandan-coconut cake roll, and mango-coconut glutinous rice, transporting diners straight to Bangkok.

The Thai-riffic Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD284 for one and HKD568 for two.

SAVVY, 3/F, Prince Hotel, Hong Kong, Harbour City, 23 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2113 6188, book here

Mar. 1–Apr. 30, daily, 3–5PM 

10. Royal Plaza’s Le Petit Prince’s Marvellous Journey Afternoon Tea 

Lion Rock restaurant at Mong Kok’s Royal Plaza Hotel has unveiled a whimsical afternoon tea set inspired by the classic story of The Little Prince and all the wonders he encounters on his journey. A star sweet item is the planet-shaped blueberry cheese and white chocolate mousse cake, garnished with a chocolate disc featuring Le Petit Prince holding his cherished rose. The teatime voyage continues with the likes of a lemon madeleine adorned with a chocolate tag of the prince’s fox best friend and a rose-shaped cherry and pistachio mousse cake. Two special drinks – The Rose (rose Calpis soda) and The Adventure (citrus jasmine soda) – complete this fanciful afternoon tea experience. 

The Le Petit Prince’s Marvellous Journey Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD288 for one and HKD568 for two.

Lion Rock, 3/F, Royal Plaza Hotel Hong Kong, 193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, 2622 6088, WhatsApp 6113 8691, book here

Mar. 1–Sep. 30, daily, 3–5PM

11. Regent’s Frida Kahlo-inspired Afternoon Tea 

Coinciding with the Hong Kong Ballet’s production of Frida, this vibrant afternoon tea set at the Regent hotel is a tribute to world-famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, inspired by her Mexican heritage and bold surrealist floral imagery. Executive pastry chef Andy Yeung’s gorgeous pastries offer a rainbow of colour and texture accented with floral and fruity flavours. A standout is Frida Garden, which celebrates Kahlo’s garden at La Casa Azul in Mexico City; here, layers of elderflower, Japanese strawberry compote, and cream are paired with mousse and chiffon cake in a strawberry chocolate shell. Complementing chef Andy’s sweets are savoury delights by head chef Rajiv Chowdhoory, who has designed Mexican-inspired finger sandwiches with ingredients like guacamole, pineapple chutney, and chipotle mayonnaise as well as a unique sweetcorn and ricotta empanada.

The Frida Kahlo-inspired Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD888 for two.

The Lobby Lounge, G/F, Regent Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2313 2313, book here

Mar. 24–May 8, daily, 3–6PM on weekdays and 12–6PM on weekends and public holidays

12. The Luxe Manor’s Palette of Blooms Afternoon Tea 

Nordic restaurant FINDS at The Luxe Manor has launched an eye-catching afternoon tea celebrating Hong Kong’s art-filled spring season, which this year includes a Pablo Picasso exhibition at art museum M+. The eatery’s culinary team have taken inspiration from Picasso and his cubist artwork style to craft a vibrant geometric tea set presented on an artist’s palette. As always at FINDS, both Nordic and Japanese seasonal ingredients shine, and guests can look forward to East-meets-West teatime treats like cold and hot smoked salmon sandwich, prawn and avocado tart, cherry blossom jelly, and matcha mousse cake. 

The Palette of Blooms Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD338 for one and HKD588 for two. Two art-inspired cocktails – Azure (rum, blue curaçao, milk, and lychee) and Perspectives (vodka, blue curaçao, pineapple, and grenadine) – are priced at HKD98, whilst the mocktail versions are available for HKD68.

FINDS, 1/F, The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2522 9318, WhatsApp 9376 0331, book here

Mar. 15–May 31, daily, 3–5:30PM

13. The Park Lane’s Pistachioholic Afternoon Tea

Starring the “it” nut of the moment, this afternoon tea set at The Park Lane spotlights pistachio in all its green glory. The sweet and savoury bites on offer display pistachio’s versatility, from the fried tiger prawn shooter with pistachio dip and Parma ham baguette toast with fig and crushed pistachio to the pistachio chocolate cherry cake and mini pistachio ice-cream cone. To drink, a velvety pistachio latte completes the nutty deal. 

The Pistachioholic Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD268 for one and HKD468 for two. 

Ebb & Flow, G/F, The Park Lane Hong Kong, 310 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 2839 3377, book here

Mar. 22–May 18, weekends and public holidays, 3–5PM

14. Conrad’s Pistachio Bliss Afternoon Tea

Another top option for afternoon tea with a pistachio twist comes to us at the Conrad hotel. Starring premium pistachios from Italy and Iran, the highlight of the set is the house-made 200g Dubai pistachio chocolate bar, a viral sensation if there ever was one. Pistachio and mortadella millefeuille, lobster cannolo with pistachio crust, pistachio cherry cone, and pistachio and strawberry panna cotta are just a few of the additional nutty green-hued treats comprising the set. Instead of coffee or tea, you can opt for the Pistachio Fizz mocktail, a blend of Seedlip Spice non-alcoholic gin, vanilla syrup, cucumber, mint, lemon, and jasmine tea.

The Pistachio Bliss Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD358 for one and HKD688 for two on weekdays and HKD368 for one and HKD698 for two on weekends and public holidays. 

Lobby Lounge, G/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 2822 8891, book here (15% discount when booked online) 

Daily from Apr. 2, 3–5:30PM

15. Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui’s The Rosy Blossom Afternoon Tea 

The scent of roses is in the air this spring at Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui, with the hotel’s Sky Lounge joining up with Australian skincare brand CANVAS to present an aromatic Aussie-inspired afternoon tea. On the sweet and rosy side, dig into the likes of strawberry charlotte, pink choux with raspberry, lychee, and rose cream, and CANVAS raspberry and chocolate cake. The savoury bites are inspired by classic dishes enjoyed Down Under, from Wagyu meat pie to avocado toast. 

The Rosy Blossom Afternoon Tea has a price tag of HKD338 for one and HKD676 for two. Each set comes with a gift card to redeem a complimentary CANVAS Rose Otto moisturising set and aromatherapy workshop at any CANVAS shop in Hong Kong.

Sky Lounge, 18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2369 1111, book here (25% discount when booked online)

Apr. 1–May 31, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

16. InterContinental Grand Stanford’s Sonata in Pink Major Harbour View Afternoon Tea

InterContinental Grand Stanford’s Italian restaurant The Mistral is hosting a delightful seasonal afternoon tea marrying Japanese sakura with Korean strawberries. The flurry of sakura-meets-strawberry-meets-Italian bites include smoked salmon and caviar tomato blini with sakura powder, sakura-infused goose pâté, profiterole with strawberry ganache, strawberry panna cotta, and rose and sakura Mont Blanc. A strawberry and sakura smoothie for each diner is yet another teatime treat.

The Sonata in Pink Major Harbour View Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD728 for two on weekdays and HKD788 for two on weekends and public holidays. Add HKD110 for a Pink Bellini cocktail. Upon enjoying this afternoon tea experience, guests can purchase tickets to Opera Hong Kong’s The Magic Flute at a 20% discount.

The Mistral, 1/F, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, 70 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2731 2870, book here (15% discount when booked online)

Apr. 15–Jun. 30, daily, 3:30–5:30PM

17. The Langham’s Matcha Spring Afternoon Tea

Premium Japanese matcha headlines at The Langham hotel’s Palm Court lobby restaurant this season. The sweet treats crafted by executive pastry chef Tin Lai are infused with award-winning matcha by Kyoto brand Nishimura Banchaya Honten, founded in 1922; these beauties include matcha mango cup, matcha strawberry mochi puff, matcha yuzu ivory cake, and matcha cheesecake.

The Matcha Spring Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD738 for two on weekdays and HKD768 for two on weekends and public holidays.  An optional (but highly recommended) Nishimura matcha latte costs HKD75. 

Palm Court, G/F, The Langham, Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2132 7898, book here (25% discount when booked online)

Apr. 10–May 31, daily, 3–5:30PM on weekends and 2:15–6:30PM on weekends and public holidays 

The best afternoon tea in Hong Kong 2025: winter edition

1. WM Hotel’s WM x ARTĒ The PET IT ON Afternoon Tea

Perfect for all the pup owners out there, dog-friendly WM Hotel in Sai Kung has partnered with ARTĒ Madrid for the launch of the Spanish brand’s first pet-friendly jewellery collection, PET IT ON. The teatime menu features three savoury items and five sweet treats, all creatively incorporating animal elements, from a cat-shaped dill smoked salmon focaccia with caviar to a pistachio puff fashioned to resemble a puppy. The hotel offers a dedicated outdoor area for dining with your furry friends.

The WM x ARTĒ The PET IT ON Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD628 for two. Each diner who enjoys this set will receive an exclusive ARTĒ paw pendant (valued at HKD880) and a HKD300 cash voucher for use at designated ARTĒ Madrid stores in Hong Kong.

Café@WM, LG/F, WM Hotel, 28 Wai Man Road, Sai Kung, 2196 6388, book here

Until Jan. 31, daily, 3:30–5:30PM

2. Hyatt Centric’s Feast of Fortune Afternoon Tea

Hyatt Centric’s Cruise restaurant is celebrating the Year of the Snake in 2025 with an afternoon tea set bursting with auspicious Chinese ingredients such as abalone, bird’s nest, sea cucumber, and more; just a few of the many highlights include the Hokkaido sea cucumber with scallion and asparagus, symbolising longevity, and the mandarin mousse with poached pear, a nod to good fortune. A welcome glass of Prosecco and live stations dishing out all-you-can-eat black sesame egg waffles and seasonal ice cream are also part of this lucky deal. 

The Feast of Fortune Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD480 for one.

Cruise Restaurant & Bar, 23/F, West Tower, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point, 3896 9898, book here (20% discount when booked online)

Jan. 4–Mar. 2, weekends and public holidays, 3–5PM

3. The Luxe Manor’s Tutu Enchanted Afternoon Tea

FINDS, a Nordic restaurant housed within boutique Tsim Sha Tsui hotel The Luxe Manor, is partnering with Italian haircare brand OI to launch this ballet-inspired afternoon tea. Savoury creations include marinated Hokkaido scallop with soy foam and roasted Black Angus beef with black garlic, whilst dark chocolate marquise and Arabica coffee puff delight on the sweet front. In addition to tea by Finnish brand Nordqvist, diners can upgrade to sip a cocktail (HKD98) themed around the black and white colours of the Davines OI series: Bubble Fizz, starring Malibu and white wine, and Mocha Mint, which fuses Kahlúa and cacao with mint and milk.

The Tutu Enchanted Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD338 for one and HKD588 for two on weekdays and HKD368 for one and HKD638 for two on weekends and public holidays. Each guest will receive a Davines OI haircare gift set (valued at HKD520) and a redemption card for a complimentary OI trial set (valued at HKD310) upon purchase of OI Soufflé at Davines salons.

FINDS, 1/F, The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2522 9318, WhatsApp 9376 0331, book here

Until Feb. 28, daily, 3–5:30PM

4. Vista’s Cheung Po Tsai Afternoon Tea

As you sit back taking in the spectacular harbour views, you’ll be treated to this inaugural afternoon tea at Italian restaurant Vista inspired by the iconic Aqualuna junk boat. The crème brûlée, chocolate macaron, lemon meringue tart, and Ecuadorian 70% chocolate cake come courtesy of popular patisserie Paul Lafayet, whilst the in-house Italian canapés include the likes of sea urchin montanarina and lobster maritozzo.

The Cheung Po Tsai Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD688 for two.

Vista Ristorante, 29/F, One Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2778 3255, book here 

Daily, weekends, 2–6PM

5. Hotel ICON’s Winter Festival: Premium Miyazaki Wagyu Sukiyaki Afternoon Tea

Executive chef Danny Ho is placing a spotlight on the Japanese art of sukiyaki this winter at Hotel ICON’s buffet restaurant, The Market. This hearty afternoon tea experience kicks off with a scallop, sweet shrimp, and salmon sashimi platter, followed by a bowl of soothing Hokkaido chestnut crab miso soup. Then it’s time for the main event – the Miyazaki Wagyu beef chuck roll sukiyaki – ending with a Japanese sweets platter and Kyoto Uji matcha soft serve for dessert. Think of it as an early dinner!

The Winter Festival: Premium Miyazaki Wagyu Sukiyaki Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD418 for one and HKD698 for two on weekdays and HKD468 for one and HKD798 for two on weekends and public holidays (inclusive of a glass of sake per person).

The Market, 2/F, Hotel ICON, 17 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 3400 1308, book here 

Until Feb. 23, daily, 3–5PM

6. Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui’s The Valrhona Palette of Flavours Afternoon Tea 

At the Sheraton Tsim Sha Tsui, this season’s eye-catching afternoon tea set offered at the hotel’s Sky Lounge is a union with renowned French chocolatier Valrhona. The sweet and salty bites have been infused with the brand’s diverse range of chocolate varieties, from chicken pâté with dark chocolate and Wagyu beef stew tartlet with dark chocolate to salted caramel and hazelnut chocolate cake and Earl Grey and orange chocolate cake.

The Valrhona Palette of Flavours Afternoon Tea has a price tag of HKD338 for one and HKD676 for two. Each teatime guest will be gifted with one complimentary Valrhona mini chocolate bar to take home.

Sky Lounge, 18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers, 20 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2369 1111, book here (25% discount when booked online)

Until Mar. 31, daily, 2:30–6PM

7. The Ritz-Carlton’s Medici Garden Aromatic Afternoon Tea

This seasonal sky-high tea at The Ritz-Carlton’s Café 103 is a partnership with legendary Italian perfumery Santa Maria Novella – standing strong for over eight centuries – in celebration of the brand’s I Giardini Medicei fragrance collection, four perfumes crafted using the citrus fruits, flowers, and plants found in the historic Medici family gardens in Florence. The set’s presentation mirrors Santa Maria Novella’s “coffret-book,” with two compartments filled with delightful sweet and savoury treats inspired by these fragrances, such as foie gras mousse and pomegranate éclair, almond, orange blossom, and lemon tart, and jasmine cream, bergamot, and apricot verrine.  

The Medici Garden Aromatic Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD528 for one and HKD828 for two on weekdays and HKD558 for one and HKD878 for two on weekends and public holidays. Teatime guests will be presented with sample-sized versions of the I Giardini Medicei eau de parfum collection to take away.

Café 103, 103/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, 2263 2270, book here 

Until Mar. 31, daily, 3:15–5:15PM

8. WATERMARK’s Harbour Bliss Afternoon Tea

Newly reopened at Pier 7 in Central, WATERMARK is adding to its harbourfront appeal with the debut of a sumptuous yet reasonably priced afternoon tea set comprising four savoury and five sweet bites. Standouts on the savoury side include the seared Hokkaido scallop and lobster tartlet, whilst the strawberry cheesecake and mango and passion-fruit mousse cake are sweet stars.

The Harbour Bliss Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD498 for two.

WATERMARK, Shop L, P/F, Pier 7, Central, 2167 7251, WhatsApp 9123 2099, book here

Daily from Jan. 9, daily, 3–5PM

9. DALLOYAU & ÉPURE’s A China-France Cultural Soirée Afternoon Tea

A collaboration between patisserie DALLOYAU and Michelin-starred French restaurant ÉPURE with the Hong Kong Palace Museum, this set is an extension of the museum’s latest special exhibition, “The Forbidden City and the Palace of Versailles: China-France Cultural Encounters in the 17th and 18th Centuries” (DALLOYAU is actually the only French culinary brand that has served the Palace of Versailles since 1682!). On this exquisitely crafted and presented fusion menu are both Eastern and Western delicacies, from the classic French chocolate mousse and escargot and mushroom vol-au-vent to the Chinese-inspired goji and osmanthus teacup and scones with hawthorn jam. The set is served with a selection of teas from the museum’s Palace Pals series, which features cartoon characterisations of notable Ming and Qing Dynasty court figures.

The A China-France Cultural Soirée Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD536 for two at DALLOYAU and HKD598 for two at ÉPURE, with a 15% discount given to Hong Kong Palace Museum members and patrons and those holding special exhibition or full-access tickets. Diners partaking in this set can each redeem an exclusive souvenir at the museum gift shop by presenting their dining receipt.

DALLOYAU, multiple locations across Hong Kong (note that dine-in is only available at the Entertainment Building, ifc mall, Pacific Place, and Harbour City venues)

ÉPURE, Shop 403, 4/F, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3185 8338, WhatsApp 5545 2133, book here

Until May 31, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

10. Afternoon Tea TEAROOM’s weekend buffet

An afternoon tea specialist from Japan, Afternoon Tea TEAROOM’s 100-minute-long weekend buffet is an all-you-can-eat spread of sweet and savoury teatime favourites. Up for unlimited feasting include the likes of strawberry shortcake, sweet potato pudding, and scones on the sweet side and pasta with tomato sauce, chicken curry, and French toast with smoked chicken on the savoury side.

Afternoon Tea TEAROOM’s weekend buffet is priced at HKD258 for adults and HKD158 for kids. 

Afternoon Tea TEAROOM, Shop L3–08, 3/F, World Trade Centre, 280 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, 3705 1581, book here

Friday–Sunday, with bookings at 3PM, 5PM, and 7PM on Fridays and 1PM, 3PM, 5PM, and 7PM on Sundays

11. The Upper House’s Salisterra x Bamford Afternoon Tea

The Upper House has partnered with sustainable British lifestyle brand Bamford to bring this afternoon tea to its top-floor stunner Salisterra, inspired by the brand’s Woodland Moss fragrance. This elegant set echoes the perfume’s rustic forest notes with bites that include pork and apple sausage roll with rosemary, duck-leg pie with sage, forest moss cake, and apple and geranium macaron.

The Salisterra x Bamford Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD380 for one and HKD680 for two on Monday–Thursday and HKD418 for one and HKD718 for two on Friday–Sunday and public holidays. 

Salisterra, 49/F, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, 3968 1106, book here

Daily on a seasonal basis, 3–5PM

12. The Langham’s Nespresso Afternoon Tea

Palm Court at The Langham hotel has joined hands with Nespresso for an inventive coffee-themed afternoon tea. The four coffee-infused sweet treats, which include opera cake, tiramisu chocolate cup, green tea cream puff, and beetroot-coconut panna cotta, savoury bites, and fresh-from-the-oven plain and dried fruit scones are all paired with an array of Nespresso’s finest brews. 

The Nespresso Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD738 for two on weekdays and HKD768 for two on weekends and public holidays. To top off this experience, diners get to bring home a box of Nespresso cantuccini Italian almond biscuits, along with a Caran d’Ache pen made from recycled Nespresso capsules. If you’re the lucky 100th or 200th teatime guest, you’ll also be gifted with an incredible prize of either a Nespresso Pixie or Vertuo Plus coffee machine!

Palm Court, G/F, The Langham, Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2132 7898, book here 

Jan. 16–Feb. 28, daily, 3–5:30PM on weekends and 2:15–6:30PM on weekends and public holidays 

13. The Kowloon Hotel’s Strawberry Serenade Afternoon Tea

The Kowloon Hotel continues its afternoon tea tradition of combining Western flavours with traditional Chinese ingredients, this time with a vibrant strawberry theme. The East-meets-West seasonal showstopper is the theatrical à la minute baked Alaska, followed closely by the strawberry napoleon and strawberry panna cotta. On the savoury front, diners can dig into the likes of Japanese Wagyu foie gras bun, gold-flecked braised abalone, and classic shrimp toast.

The Strawberry Serenade Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD294.80 for one.

The Middle Row Bar, 2/F, The Kowloon Hotel, 19–21 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2734 3803, book here (up to 30% discount when booked online)

Jan. 17–Mar. 31 , daily, 2:30–5PM

14. The St. Regis’ Guerlain Afternoon Tea

For an afternoon tea with an elegant Chinese twist, we recommend checking out this limited-time offering at The Drawing Room at The St. Regis hotel in partnership with Guerlain, where the French beauty brand’s luxe Chinese New Year collection is put in the spotlight. The stunning French-meets-Chinese elements crafted by chef Hugo Cheng and pastry chef Steven Jin include a savoury twist on the traditional deep-fried black sesame ball in the form of the confit duck jian dui, lobster spring roll, abalone and black truffle tartlet, and a flurry of stunning desserts. We’re most impressed by the Lantern, which creatively combines honey mousse with lemon cream.

The Guerlain Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD478 for one and HKD888 for two. Throughout this promotion, teatime diners will get to take home a Guerlain deluxe beauty gift set. During the Chinese New Year period until Valentine’s Day, guests will instead receive a red packet containing a golden ticket, guaranteeing a special prize courtesy of Guerlain (either a gift pouch or a full-sized product). 

The Drawing Room, 2/F, The St. Regis Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Drive, Wan Chai, 2138 6800, book here

Jan. 17–Mar. 16, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

15. Sheraton Tung Chung’s Whispering Pink Afternoon Tea

The seasonal afternoon tea at Sunset Grill at the Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung takes its cue from Whispering Angel rosé from Provence. The wine’s delightful pink hue is echoed in the four savoury and five sweet items on offer, ranging from crayfish cocktail with Sichuan mayonnaise on brioche and lobster bisque with caviar to raspberry chocolate truffle cake and Whispering Angel rosé jelly. Two glasses of Whispering Angel rosé are included in the tea set. An ideal treat for Valentine’s Day! 

The Whispering Pink Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD388 for two.

Sunset Grill, 19/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel, 9 Yi Tung Road, Tung Chung, Lantau Island, 2535 0025, book here (10% discount when booked online)

Feb. 14–Mar. 31, daily, 3:30–5:30PM

16. The Murray’s Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea

Garden Lounge at The Murray hotel’s newest teatime partner in crime is leading Korean beauty brand Sulwhasoo, focusing on the hero ingredient of ginseng. Ginseng and egg with salmon roe mini sandwich, Korean pickled cauliflower, celeriac cream, and marigold tart, and ginseng cheesecake mousse are just a few of the Korean-inspired bites to look forward to. A ginseng coffee drink (HKD48) can be added on too.

The hotel itself has transformed a hidden area adjacent to the Peak Tram station into a Sulwhasoo-inspired multisensory garden experience, with amber-hued flowers adorning a wooden cottage and the brand’s signature fragrance, Harmony & Balance, perfuming the air. An Instagram photo contest is also being held in conjunction with this secret garden area, with prizes including a one-night stay at The Murray. Participants need to follow @themurrayhk and @sulwhasoo.hongkong on Instagram, take photos in the garden, and post them on their personal page, sharing “How the First Care Activating Serum touches your heart” and tagging with #SulwhasooHK, #雪花秀, #TheMurrayHK, and #NiccoloHotels.

The Sulwhasoo Secret Garden Afternoon Tea has a price tag of HKD856 for two. A voucher to redeem a Sulwhasoo First Care trial set will be gifted to each diner.

Garden Lounge, UG/F, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, 3141 8888, book here

Jan. 22–Mar. 31, daily, 2:45–6PM

17. New World Millennium’s Nutty Dream Afternoon Tea

With pistachio and other members of the nut family being the “it” flavours of the moment, New World Millennium hotel is getting in on the nutty action with its latest afternoon tea set at the The Lounge, spotlighting pine nuts, macadamias, pecans, pistachios, hazelnuts, chestnuts, almonds, and peanuts in all their glory. On the menu are a wide selection of creative nut-laden bites, including ​​the duck foie gras terrine with mango and pistachio crumble, hazelnut crème brûlée mousse cup, macadamia mochi, and peanut dacquoise. A daily gourmet sandwich, savoury tart, and crêpes Suzette à la minute also feature in the set.

The Nutty Dream Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD308 for one and HKD598 for two. Upgrade to include a Nutty Circus hot chocolate (HKD38).

The Lounge, M/F, New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel, 72 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 2313 4222, book here

Feb. 11–Mar. 31, daily, 2:30–5:30PM

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Named after the Latin term for “Swiss,” Helvetica’s core items include fresh pastas (HKD45/330g) and pasta sauces (HKD168/440g) crafted by chef-founder Matthew Ziemski and his culinary team. There are four pasta types (squid ink creste di gallo, reginette, egg pappardelle, and fesonati) and four sauces (black truffle garlic and cream sauce, braised octopus and squid ink ragù, ox cheek and preserved walnuts ragù, and spicy pork ‘nduja and mascarpone sauce) in the collection, ideal for mixing and matching.

To complement its pasta offerings, the brand also features a range of premium Italian and Swiss cheeses and cured meats, wines from both Switzerland and around the world, and Italian pantry staples like extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and polenta.

Orders are prepared and packaged as they are received, with pick-up and delivery across Hong Kong available. To have a look at Helvetica’s product categories and to place an order, click here.

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We sought out the best versions of this Hong Kong pastry staple to find out which ones egged on our taste buds the most. Read below to find out our top egg tarts in the city and let us know which one reigns supreme for you!

The best egg tarts in Hong Kong

1. Hashtag B

Hashtag B is a hip bakery – scooping our Foodie Forks 2024 Best Bakery award – with multiple branches where the egg tarts are hot commodities for their often funky flavours. Baking up the most expensive egg tart on our list, Hashtag B’s napoleon tart (HKD18) delivers an elegant, flower-shaped puff pastry shell that’s flaky, light, and airy. The tart’s velvety filling has a more subtle egg flavour compared to many of its counterparts, without being sickly sweet. Queuing for one of these babies is almost a given, so we recommend checking with the shop to see when their freshly baked tarts are sold each day (usually two to three times daily).

Hashtag B, multiple locations across Hong Kong

2. Bakehouse

Serving Hong Kong since 2018, artisanal neighbourbood bakery Bakehouse by pâtissier extraordinaire Grégoire Michaud is a beacon of sourdough goodness. In particular, the bakery’s sourdough egg tart (HKD12.50) has featured on many an Instagram feed and reel. Despite its somewhat smaller size, the tart’s laminated sourdough pastry base is more buttery and crispy than most, holding a large portion of uber-creamy egg-custard filling. Their website boasts that they’ve sold over 21 million egg tarts since their launch, and many tourists feel a trip to Hong Kong isn’t complete without a to-go box of Bakehouse’s egg tarts for delicious sustenance on their journey onwards. 

Bakehouse, multiple locations across Hong Kong 

3. Baker by LUBUDS

Baker by LUBUDS is a boutique Quarry Bay bakery delivering premium European baked goods with a touch of Japanese influence. The baker in question is Stephen So, formerly of Rosewood Hong Kong. Baker’s egg tart (HKD13) is crafted with a sinful croissant base, and the caramelised top layer makes for even more indulgence. The filling is wobbly, creamy, and rich. Head to this bake shop’s Cityplaza location at 9:30AM, 12PM, and 3PM each day to get a taste (and whiff) of their freshly baked egg tarts straight from the oven.

Baker by LUBUDS, Shop 307, 3/F, Cityplaza, 18 Taikoo Shing Road, Quarry Bay, 2326 8832

4. Shun Hing Restaurant

An oldie but goodie, Shun Hing Restaurant has been going strong for four decades, offering a classic cha chaan teng experience in Kowloon City. Shun Hing is most well known for its baked pork chop rice, milk tea, fried dough balls, and – you guessed it – egg tarts. The diner’s egg tart (HKD8) is the most wallet friendly of the lot, and if you buy five tarts, you’ll get one on the house. Shun Hing’s egg tart, featuring golden, flaky pastry and a silky filling, never fails to bring a smile to diners’ faces, especially when it’s still warm.

Shun Hing Restaurant, G/F, 56–58 Nga Tsin Wai Road, Kowloon City, 2382 1550 

5. Tai Cheong Bakery

Famous the world over for its egg tarts, Tai Cheong Bakery has a long history in Hong Kong dating back to 1954, and today it even boasts a flurry of branches in Singapore. Tai Cheong’s OG egg tart (HKD12) is made with a buttery shortcrust (“cookie crust”) pastry shell, with a rich, eggy interior that leaves a hint of sweetness on the tongue. Its glossy finish and perfectly coiffed shape look very appetising, though its fluorescent yellow hue could be alarming to some. This old-school bakery manages to keep up with the times, also presenting an egg tart made with puff pastry, which seems to be the more popular base these days.

Tai Cheong Bakery, multiple locations across Hong Kong

6. Queen Sophie 

The Queen Sophie brand was founded by celebrity singer Sarah Wong, and it’s the premium ingredients used that make this bakery’s preservative-free egg tart (HKD13) stand out from the pack. Queen Sophie’s egg tarts are purportedly made with 368 layers of puff pastry. We recommend pairing your Hong Kong-style egg tart with a Macau-style Portuguese custard tart (HKD18) and picking your favourite of the two rivals.

Queen Sophie, Shop 5, B/F, Kai Fung Mansion, 2–24 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, 2333 1729, WhatsApp 9888 4642 

Queen Sophie, G/F, 24 Hau Wong Road, Kowloon City, 2333 1728, WhatsApp 9888 4642 

7. Gold Garden Cafe

Often commanding long queues, Gold Garden’s egg tart (HKD11) is known far and wide for its multi-layered puff pastry crust that is ultra flaky and buttery – chef and Street Eats host Lucas Sin is even a fan. The smooth, rich, and subtly sweet filling is as perfect as can be. The hype is real with this one!

Gold Garden Cafe, G/F, 314 & 316 Castle Peak Road, Cheung Sha Wan, 2725 6386/2688 2210

8. Soft Thunder

With locations in Kennedy Town and Wan Chai, Soft Thunder is a local artisanal bakery that continues to innovate its egg tart recipe, recently unveiling its egg tart 3.0 (HKD13). The flaky but sturdy crust is made with two types of Japanese flour and premium French butter, and the filling features a unique combination of Japanese eggs and Chinese Hubei eggs to achieve a silkier, richer texture than most. The newly introduced coffee mochi egg tart (HKD17) is a lusciously chewy variation on the original. 

Soft Thunder, Shop A, G/F, Hung Lee Building, 29–31 North Street, Kennedy Town

Soft Thunder, Shop B, G/F, 31 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai

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