Hongkong local food guide by Bloggers

Recommended Dish:
Meatball Yakitori in Egg Yolk, Sweet Corn Tempura

The recently opened Yardbird is a popular izakaya-style restaurant located in Sheung Wan. thisgirlabroad highly recommends “the Meatball Yakitori dipped in egg yolk and soy sauce, and the sweet corn Tempura”.

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Unagi Fun, Smoked Bonito Zuke

Okra specialises in rare sakes, Japanese inspired food and great music! thisgirlabroad recommends visiting Okra to try their “sake, the unagi fun (eel on crispy sushi rice) and the smoked bonito zuke (cured skipjack tuna, yuzu kosho, bacon kale)”.

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Vegetable Samosas, Butter Naan with Lamb Masala

Specialising Indian and Nepalese cuisine, this restaurant is a firm favourite with locals. thisgirlabroad suggests visiting “Chautari for a unique Indian food experience inside a cooked food centre - start with the vegetable samosas, and then move onto the butter naan with lamb masala or saagwala paneer”.

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Classic Bacon & Cheeseburger

This place is perfect for burger lovers! The HK HUB tells us “I'm a burger fiend and thankfully this city has some awesome choices. One of the first burgers I ate when I arrived here was at BurgerRoom, and I still go back when I have a craving for one. They're the big kind where the juices drip down your hand, and your face gets covered with delicious condiments (well, mine always does). My go-to is a classic bacon and cheeseburger, with a side of twister fries”.

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Beef Rendang

Styled on the coffee shops of the of 60s and 70s, Toast Box started from one food stand and has now expanded 70 outlets all over Asia. The HK HUB highly recommends a visit, telling us “It's kind of fast food, but I cannot get enough of Toast Box and their beef rendang. It's cheap and delicious, and well-plated, with spicy sliced vegetables, turmeric rice, and crispy prawn crackers. And, they serve Milo Dinosaurs! It helps offset the heat from the rendang as you sip the tall ice-cold Milo drink topped with a mound of Milo powder”.

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Scallops, Kung Po with Cashews

Hutong is famous for its panoramic views of Hong Kong harbour, and it’s also a firm favourite of The HK HUB’s, “Hutong is lovely, both for its excellent food and stunning interior. The view is also a draw, as the floor to ceiling windows lets you see the harbour all lit up (I like to come for a late dinner). I usually go the seafood route, as the scallops are wonderful, either seared with crab or steamed with chili and garlic, and the spicy Kung Po cod with cashews will make you never crave the chicken version again”. The Loop HK recommends visiting “Hutong for atmosphere and views - for all of the places, it goes without saying that the food is great, too!”

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Wagyu Short Rib and Chicken Salad

Homemade in HK recommends paying a visit to “Ho Lee Fook in Sheung Wan: must have the Wagyu Short Rib and the Chicken Salad”. The restaurant is inspired by the late-night handouts of 1960s New York and chef Jowett Ju takes an inventive approach to Chinese flavours and cuisine.

Recommended Dish:
Mapo Burrata, Pastrami Sandwich, Beer!

Second Draft is more of a pub than an eatery, but that doesn’t mean the food isn’t delicious! “Second Draft in Tai Hang: if you can call beer a dish, then they have a great selection of microbrews. But for actual food, I liked their Mapo Burrata and the Pastrami Sandwich” suggests Homemade in HK.

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Pork Liver Noodle Soup

This restaurant serves a wide range of noodle dishes and is a firm favourite with tourists. Homemade in HK highly recommends visiting, “Wai Kee Noodle Café in Sham Shui Po: This is a dish that can’t be found outside of Hong Kong, it’s pork liver noodle soup, a must try”.

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ABC Kitchen

This Hawker offers a wide range of delicious dishes from different cultures, a real mix of flavours and delicacies. If you’re looking for a cheap bite to eat, this is the place to go. Queen Street is the ideal place to go with friends, as there are so many options, so everyone is bound to find something they enjoy!

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Tung Po

This place is so good is was recommended twice. Offering good food at reasonable prices, the Hawker is a firm favourite with our local food guides. The HK HUB tell us that Java Road Market serve up “the best noodles”, so make sure you try them out. If noodles aren’t you’re thing and you feeling a little more adventurous, The Loop HK is a massive fan of “Tung Po's squid ink pasta”.

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Lam Kee

Tai Po Hui is one of the biggest and busiest Hawkers in all of Hong Kong. Located over several floors, the complex can be an overwhelming experience for tourists, as there is so much to take in. Take your time and you’ll soon feel right at home. The Loop HK recommends trying the “Dim Sum at Lam Kee” for a tasty treat!

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Green Curry House

Visit this Hawker “for the Thai food (especially Green Curry House)”, which is a firm favourite of The HK HUB’s. Nam Long Shan is famous for Thai, with countless stalls to choose from. You’re guaranteed to not go home hungry!

Known for its fresh ingredients which come straight from the wet markets, this Hawker won’t disappoint. Located in Sheung Wan, the Hawker is easily accessible by public transport. There is also a wide selection of regional cuisines on offer “get a bit of Indian, Vietnamese and local dishes”, The HK HUB speaks from experience!

Recommended Dish:
Steak

North Point is the first open air food stall area to feature in our guide, known as a Dai Pai Dong. Homemade in HK tells us that North Point “is a pretty well-known Dai Pai Dong, the best dish I’ve had there was the steak, believe it or not”.

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Spring Rolls

Considered by many as one of Hong Kong’s most dynamic areas and packed with cultural heritage, Sham Shui Po is filled with shops, entertainment and, of course, food stalls! Homemade in HK recommends looking out for the “Vietnamese stall that sells the best spring rolls”.

Kowloon City is one of the 18 district of Hong Kong and is famous for its Dai Pai Dong stalls. Homemade in HK raves about this place “when one thinks of Kowloon City, there’s only one cuisine that comes to mind… Thai. You can’t go wrong stumbling into a random food stall”. Sometimes not knowing where you will end up is the best way!

Recommended Dish:
BBQ Pork Buns

Tim Ho Wan is a hidden gem, and it’s so good it was recommended twice! thisgirlabroad suggests “for the cheapest Michelin starred food you’re likely to find, head to Tim Ho Wan”. They serve “most delicious BBQ pork buns”. The restaurant is also a firm favourite of The HK HUB, “The old favourite, Tim Ho Wan, because it's a trip to say you're eating at a Michelin-starred restaurant and paying so little, and they make the best lau sa bao, those heavenly sweet egg custard buns”.

Yum Cha serve classic Chinese dishes but with a modern twist. It’s also the best place to go if you want to make your friends jealous on Instagram. thisgirlabroad told us “for a modern, fun, and oh-so Instagramable take on classic dim sum dishes”.

Another popular restaurant, this two-storey eatery is located within the Tsang Chiu Ho Building. If you’re wanting a “traditional trolley cart experience”, this is the place to go. Make sure you visit with an empty stomach! “For authentic Cantonese dim sum where you can stuff yourself silly with char siu sou (BBQ pork puff pastry) and steamed sponge cake while yelling out your next order, it's Lin Heung Tea house”, The HK HUB raves.

Mott 32 can be found in the executive Standard Chartered Bank Building in central Hong Kong. The perfect word to describe the restaurant is “Striking!”. Visit “Mott 32 for a luxe experience”, according to the Loop HK, and we don’t disagree.

The Loop HK recommends visiting Dim Sum Library “for a casual, modern take” on Dim Sum. Offering an all-day dining experience, you can visit for Lunch or Dinner. The restaurant is famed for its innovative approaches and is popular with locals and tourist alike, which is always a good sign!

“Duddell's is great for an elegant dim sum experience, one without the clanging carts and chaos, although that can be part of the fun” raves The HK HUB. The restaurant also boasts rotating art exhibitions. If you’re visiting from the UK, they also have a restaurant in London, so if you’re missing Duddell’s delicious Dim Sum when you get back home, you can always pay them a visit.

If you’re looking for delicious food at reasonable prices, East Ocean is for you. The restaurant also comes with the added bonus of unbelievable views. “East Ocean in Tsim Sha Tsui: this is a very reasonably priced restaurant without the inflated price simply because they have an unobstructed view of HK Island”, recommends Homemade in HK.

This popular eatery serves local favourites such as dumplings, steamed buns and rice sheet rolls. Homemade in HK highly recommends giving the place a try “One Dim Sum in Prince Edward: it’s dim sum all day every day” – we like the way that sounds!

If you’re visiting Mong Kok, try out this “fun playful dim sum restaurant with a few fusion style dishes that will amuse you” raves Homemade in HK. The restaurant is small, so make sure to go at a quieter time of the day, but its well worth it the effort.

For the early birds out there, who are looking to eat out for breakfast, Homemade in HK suggests a delicious Pineapple bun to get your day started the right way. “Kam Wah in Prince Edward serves one of the best pineapple buns in town. Pair it with a milk tea and it’s the perfect breakfast on the go".

If you’re on a tight budget, Homemade in HK advices that you visit Thai Common in the Sham Shui Po wet market. “They have the best lunch deal. For around 50HKD, it comes with a generous portion of tasty stir-fry rice noodle and a tooth-achingly sweet Thai iced tea”.

If the weather’s nice, everyone loves a BBQ and just because you’re in Hong Kong, that doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in some BBQ goodness. If this is what you fancy, why not head to Kut kut Siu in Mei Foo? As according to Homemade in HK, “This is the best representation of HK style barbeque.

Another great option if you’re looking for somewhere to indulge in desserts is Hiroshi in Tsim Sha Tsui. “They serve up delicate Japanese style desserts. We always opt for the matcha set, which includes bite sized cakes and desserts all in matcha flavour” says Homemade in HK.

If you’re looking for a great start to the day, The Loop HK recommends “for breakfast, try The Big Bad Ben at Catch in Kennedy Town. It's a very decadent, Melbourne twist on the classic eggs benedict. Or a classic Hong Kong French Toast from a cha chaan tang or dai pai dong like Si Yik in Stanley”.

Beef & Liberty are committed to serving the best burgers in Hong Kong, sourced from ethically produced ingredients. There burgers are delicious and well worth a try! However, if you don’t fancy a burger, The Loop HK has recommended a selection of places to try, “Burgers at Beef & Liberty; tapas at 22 Ships; Peking Duck at Man Wah”.

The Loop HK recommended two locations to us for dessert, but we have chosen to feature the egg waffles from Oddie’s Foodies because they look simply fantastic. There are is array of combinations and toppings for you to choose from. The Loop HK also recommended “Emack and Bolio's for ice cream”. Definitely a must-try when visiting Hong Kong!

If you’ve got a graving for some good ol’ English grub, a Full English at Brick Lane is the perfect place for you, and it’s one of the HK HUB’s favourites too. “A Full English at Brick Lane comes calling on days when I sleep in, as they do it all day. It's a massive plate of greasy goodness, but sometimes that’s what I’m after! Eggs how you like 'em, baked beans, bacon, sausage, hash browns, Yorkshire pudding, even smoked salmon. Seriously, it's huge, and very satisfying”.

Looking for something substantial while you’re on the move? Grabbing a takeaway roast chicken from La Rotisserie is what The HK HUB recommends. “I simply cannot walk by La Rotisserie without entering, as the smell from the kitchen always lures me in. Quite handily, they do individual lunch boxes for takeaway (including cutlery and napkins) with their succulent roast chicken, roasted potatoes (just as delectable as they're roasted in the same juices!) and roasted vegetables for some healthy colour.”

If you’re near central Hong Kong, you can’t go wrong with stopping off at Casa Lisboa. According to the HK HUB, “I often get nostalgic for Portuguese food, and although no one comes even close to my mom's cooking, Casa Lisboa satisfies any cravings I have for pasteis de bacalhau (cod cakes), caldo verde (traditional kale and potato soup) and a heaping bowl of arroz de marisco (seafood rice). And here I can get a bottle of vinho verde (literally 'green wine', but it's a crisp white with a hint of effervescent) without having to cross the water to Macau (or Portugal, for that matter).”

Need something to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings? If so, the crepes at Fluer de Sel should be your first point of call. “The crepes at Fleur de Sel are so big and covered in delectable, filling toppings like caramelized bananas and chocolate sauce, that I sometimes call it dinner” says The HK HUB.

If you have a sweet tooth, thisgirlabroad tells us “If I'm opting for a local treat, I love the waffles with peanut butter, condensed milk, and butter found at Master Low-key Food Shop or black sesame glutinous rice balls in ginger soup found at Cong Sao Star Dessert or Auntie Sweet”.