Kowloon
Regulars come to this charming 50-year-old shop for fresh soy milk, pan-fried tofu and sweet tofu pudding (HK$12), made the traditional way from beans…
Must-see restaurants in Kowloon
Kowloon
Dark woods and subdued lighting inspired by 1920s Shanghai impart an air of romance to this otherwise bustling restaurant serving exquisite Shanghainese…
Kowloon
Renowned as the first budget dim sum eatery to receive a Michelin star way back in 2010, Tim Ho Wan has spread from its Mong Kok roots (opened by a former…
Kowloon
Northeastern Chinese is on offer at this stylish space at the top of the H Zenter building. The stunning dining area is surrounded by wall-to-wall windows that…
Kowloon
Savour organic wild mushrooms with rice or noodles, and impeccable veggie dim sum such as steamed asparagus with lily bulbs and truffle, as an artificial…
Kowloon
DTF's steamers of perfectly pleated xiao long bao (Shànghǎi-style dumplings) have made this Taiwanese chain an Asia-wide institution. Order them wrapped…
Kowloon
Hong Kong’s most authentic Northern Chinese–style roast lamb is served at this long-standing locals' favourite. Better known is the perfectly bronzed…
Kowloon
Kowloon's most famous tea cafe, this highly instagrammable cha chaan tang (teahouse; c 1950) with mosaic tiles and metal latticework stands astride a…
Kowloon
Rub shoulders with Indian business people, tailors and traders at this tiny halal kitchen, the best of many in the marvellously multicultural maze that is…
Kowloon
Deep carpets, fine silks and burgundy drapes equal a rarefied ambience at this highly praised, high-rolling Cantonese eatery with three Michelin stars…
Kowloon
This cheery little place is known for all-day, bang-for-the-buck dim sum. Tick your selections on the menu card; the quality is more than a match for Tim…
Kowloon
Dine on tasty Northern Thai fare like khao soi noodles, larb (a Thai/Laotian meat salad), and fried fish with lemongrass at this cheap and cheerful eatery…
Kowloon
Indecisive gluttons will scream at the mind-blowing hotpot choices here – 200 ingredients (the majority fresh or homemade), 20 kinds of broth (from clam…
Kowloon
Dim lighting and nightly live music set the scene for enjoying the excellent rogan josh, dhal and vegetarian dishes at Hong Kong's oldest – and Kowloon's…
Kowloon
Crowned with two Michelin stars, Sun Tung Lok (c 1969) proudly upholds the fine traditions of Cantonese cooking. It's evident in the dim sum (available at…
Kowloon
Though the decor is imposing – Xi Jinping would feel quite at home – the service is personable and the views phenomenal at this two-Michelin star palace…
Kowloon
Real Thai cooks, heads twirled in bandannas, sling yellow and red curries and authentic pad Thai at this rough-and-ready budget eatery that even sells…
Kowloon
This 40-year-old shop has retained its Michelin commendation and fan following. Now the al dente egg noodles, bite-sized wontons and silky congee that…
Kowloon
Collars are required for gentlemen dining at Gaddi's, a baronial French restaurant with splendid heritage interiors and a history stretching back to just…
Kowloon
This humble shop has been serving up tasty Canto fare for the past half-century. Order a side of fritters to dunk in your congee, tackle a pyramidal rice…
Kowloon
A rarified setting to dine on rustic Northern Chinese fare such as mutton hotpot, which involves dunking paper-thin slices of mutton into boiling soup and…
Kowloon
Kids will love the adorable, animal-shaped dumplings and buns at this gimmicky yet delicious dim sum eatery. Barbecue pork buns are adorned with tiny…
Kowloon
Long waits and hurried service are the standard at this beloved Hong Kong cha chaan tang (teahouse), famed for its steamed milk or egg puddings (HK$30),…
Kowloon
Located inside a drowsy, old-fashioned mall, Woodlands has been dishing up good-value Indian vegetarian food to compatriots and the odd local since 1981…
Kowloon
This takeaway counter serves up some of Hong Kong's best eggettes, those bubble-wrap waffles beloved of locals of all ages. Go plain or choose inventive…
Kowloon
Locals call FLM 'celebrities' canteen'. And even if you’re not rich and famous, FLM will treat you as though you are. The huge menu contains costly items…
Kowloon
Take a break in this cutesy dessert store where everything, from the gelato to the caramel sauce, is made in-house. Rich flavours such as pistachio, Earl…
Kowloon
Sweet Dynasty's extensive menu encompasses a retinue of casual Cantonese dishes, but the desserts, noodles and congee, for which they became famous years…
Kowloon
A stylish brisket shop in a hood known for brothels, Sun Sin serves succulent cuts of beef in a broth with radish, in a tomato soup or as a curry. If you…
Kowloon
Previously a roadside stall that started out by whipping up hearty claypot rice and oyster omelettes for night revellers and triads, Hing Kee now serves…
Kowloon
Japanese chefs char skewers of imported seafood and meats here at a 'robatayaki' (a fancy name for a charcoal fire). Point at what you fancy: it is…
Kowloon
Queen’s specialises in 'soy sauce western' – the earliest fusion cuisine in Hong Kong bearing the influence of White Russian chefs who fled to Shànghǎi…
Kowloon
Not for the faint of heart, this grungy dai pai dong (food stall) is one of a handful operating in the Haiphong Road Temporary Market. Pick a seat under…
Kowloon
Sizzle your marinated galbi (beef ribs) on tabletop grills at this Korean barbecue joint that also whips up decent seafood pancakes and cold noodles. On a…
Kowloon
The standout feature of this smart Italian eatery is its al fresco seating beside Ocean Terminal and overlooking the Star Ferry. It's an underutilised…
Kowloon
Meaning 'typhoon shelter', this family-run affair is bossed by a feisty fisherman’s daughter known for her tasty seafood dishes prepared the way they were…
Kowloon
This restaurant is famous for the Kimberley Pig – a 30-day piglet stuffed with sticky rice that’s been cooked with shallots and garlic, then roasted whole…
Kowloon
With outlets all over town, this fast-casual Korean chain is a refuelling option when moving between the Star Ferry and TST. Pop in for cheap and tasty…
Kowloon
The '90s ('80s?) decor is well past its best, but the authentic Indonesian food at this Kowloon old-timer is alive with spice and colour. Dine on seafood…
Kowloon
Akin to a private dining experience, the Asian vegetarian meals here, cooked by a yoga teacher, are very good. But you'll need to book at least a week in…
