Thank you for offering delicious gluten free options in Hong Kong!…read more It was so great to know that everything on the menu was gluten free! We loved the bacon burger and relished the sugar free cake. The brioche for my sandwich was soft and fluffy and the cake so creamy. This cafe is super cute, in a friendly walking lane amid staircases. Lots of hip street art abound.

A variety of gluten-free options & incredibly moist, delightful cakes, & hand-crafted tea…read more The cafe itself is beautiful and relaxing.

Came here for lunch earlier today, around 1pm, party of 2. Our order was: pork wontons in spicy…read moresauce, and we did the 3 set meal with the fried eggplant, Beijing style minced pork noodles, and the XLB. Total cost was $194 HKD including the service charge. Pros: - really tasty food, a user-friendly menu especially if you're a tourist or expat, food comes out quickly and the tea is really good paired with the food. - fast and friendly service, English menu available - festive interior with lots of paintings, lanterns hanging from ceiling - great air conditioning , recommend you don't get a seat behind the fan units or else you won't feel it - decent portions for the price of a fancier sit down restaurant with tablecloths (but I'm writing this from the point of view of an American tourist , it might be considered more pricey if you're a local ) Cons: - Google maps isn't great when it comes to Asia and restaurants on different levels /floors - this place is under a few escalators - the 2 soup dumplings were squished into a tiny serving dish, so it was really hard to get them out without having the soup leak. But that's my only complaint Overall, I 10/10 would come back here for food if I'm in the mid-levels area. Delicious, fast service, good Chinese food. - May not be as "authentic" if you're looking for the really intense flavors of Szechuan cuisine etc, but I feel like it's pretty obvious from its appearance and location that this is for expats/tourists. There were definitely a few white people here, but there were also locals here , so that's promising to me. I really don't think it's fair to fault the place for being more westernized, it's in a neighborhood that serves a lot of international expats anyway.

One of the best restaurants in Hong Kong, as well as a very friendly and welcoming staff. Every…read moretime that I am in HK I always enjoy the dishes and ambiance of this restaurant. Most of the dishes are from Szechuan. I never have been disappointed. Dr. Erick J Mann, PhD Professor of History and Fulbright Scholar

Barring the time the child spent his summers in India, Mama San by Will Meyrick was the second…read moredinner in three years with a friend couple - one of the few people I've been social with. Relatively reasonably priced cocktails, plenty of vegetarian options and a chic space - the place was good. The drinks and the food, both impressive. The pomelo salad with lime leaf, banana blossom, cucumber and Vietnamese mint was nice and refreshing. The Vietnamese mint has something extra to it, that I quite like. The banana blossoms added that earthiness. Thai dry yellow curry of minced impossible meat with lemongrass was a hit. You could wrap that up in the lettuce cups they served, but I happily ate it without it (because coronavirus and I preferred not to use my hands). Saag burrata - the palak paneer or saag paneer, with burrata instead of paneer was very well executed. Pad thai tasted good, but could've been saucier, if I may. The red curry with pumpkin, tofu, long beans and okra hit the spot on taste and creaminess. The moong dal palak tadka - Indian lentils, while good weren't as great as I can prepare at home. (Yeah, modesty goes for a toss :p) The nasi goreng is hard to mess up and was decent. The only disappointment on the food was stir-fried okra. It didn't taste or look stir-fried and was very raw. If it were just the hubster and I, I would've probably have it re-done.  The drinks were refreshing and tasted well. I had one Hot Mama -gin, ginger, chili and homemade ginger beer with dried citrus fruit. This was followed by a Lemon Chilli Martini - vodka, limoncello, pink grapefruit and lemongrass syrup with chilli and again, dried citrus fruit.  The hubster had a Pineapple Kaffir Lime Margarita - tequila, triple sec, pineapple juice and kaffir lime leaves with a dried slice of pineapple.  After a quiet dinner, it was quite a task to get the children to wrap up and get home.  Pictures on the blog - thevegetarianvoyager

Fusion Asian Food? Never was a fan of "Fusion" things…read more But I guess what makes this place nice is the ambiance and the atmosphere. Otherwise, Skip the food, have a drink, and eat somewhere else.

The restaurant I always go for a big breakfast when I'm HK. Everything has flavor , everything is…read morecooked to perfection , can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Just FYI to newbies , no cold water is served only hot . So being a cold water or order ahead for a bottle. Since there is some spice , I've notice some travelers struggle to order water. Hot tea is given and is all a surcharge at the end. If you don't want tea and hot water say it before hand. Service is quick and to the point. There is air con , and fairly busy. We waited outside for about 3 minutes in line . Very chill to eat and other guest are happy to try. Order won tonight soup, dumplings , pot stickers , rice and beef ... happy man

Not exactly a traditional dim sum tea place, but a great way to feed your dim sum cravings,…read moreespecially when it isn't brunch time. Fast food style setting where food comes out relatively quickly and the selection is good.

Haven't seen this mentioned in other reviews yet, but this place has a Michelin Bib Gourmand (a…read moredistinction given to restaurants that are high quality and affordable, but didn't make the cut for a Michelin star). Well deserved in my opinion! Some of the best pho I've ever had, which is saying something since I'm from Los Angeles and Seattle where quality pho is on every corner. The portions aren't huge, but I still couldn't finish my whole bowl so I'm not complaining. Absolutely the best spring rolls I've ever had. Everything tastes super fresh and clean on the palate. I had a premium beef bowl with spring rolls and a Viet iced coffee for HK$218. Service was quick, polite and to the point. Cash only!

Came here at around 4:30pm for a late lunch/early dinner and there were plenty of seats available…read more I had the lemongrass chicken vermicelli and it was DELICIOUS. The chicken was tender and not over cooked, but still tasted grilled and had a light lemon flavour. The portion is massive. I had trouble finishing it. Lots of vegetables! I realized Vietnamese food is a great way to get your veggies whilst in HK (I have found it hard to get ample greens). Service was prompt. Space was clean and so were the bathroom and sauces(!!) which is a great indication of the cleanliness. I would highly recommend! (Maybe I'll come back to try the pho!)

Get in early to avoid disappointment - or check in late for closing specials. Whichever way you do…read moreit, expect crusty bread and bakery products, the best in Lantau - if not the New Territories. Bacon twists are the bomb. The sourdough loaves don't last long in our house. Rounding off the experience is a cosy cluster of tables with tea and coffee service. The tables face a cabinet full of good cheeses and deli meats. Popular with Pilates groups, tourists and locals.

But I would walk 500 miles And I would walk 500 more…read moreJust to be the (wo)man who walks a thousand miles To fall down at your door da da da (da da da) da da da (da da da) Now that I've got that song in your brain like it's in mine right now. da da da (da da da) da da da (da da da) But seriously, I did walk (hike) a total of 12 miles that day and part of it included hiking to Village Bakery for breakfast during my multi city exploration with a friend early one Sunday morning! It was near insanity, but I loved every step, especially the one where I came right up to Village Bakery's door! The wafting smell of fresh bread and pastries is hard to miss if you know where to start heading towards while in Mui Wo. (Depending upon which direction you are walking from, it's near the back off of Mui Wo Ferry Pier Road, right down the street from Fusion grocery store and around the corner from Wellcome Supermarket.) It's easy to see how it often sells out of their best sellers on weekend mornings! An assortment of trays and bins in behind clear glass doors offers a decent wall of choices. French bread and the like are their specialties but you will find many other types of breads, rolls, muffins, croissants, donuts, even cheese cakes and tarts. Need to put together a charcuterie board? No problem, they offer all the fixings for that too in their refrigerated case near the cashier counter. This tiny bakery also sells coffees, teas, flours, and beans/rice! Nice, dark wood, tables are on the other side of the wall for customers to sit down and enjoy a cup of joe or tea to go along with their purchases. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your music, appetite, (some good walking shoes, too!) and head over to pay the Village so you can let the Proclaimers loose as you move the rhythm while munching on some desserts.... da da da (da da da) But please, don't forget your headphones because not everyone wants to hear your music! Wink, wink!

This super cute place is a major brunch haven! Lots of gluten free options (which is a surprise)!read more

Very small but very cute little place in Central. They have a great selection of food, but in…read moreparticular we came for the all day breakfast. I enjoyed the meat lovers skillet and my friend a traditional breakfast of bacon, eggs, and waffles. Everything was delicious, especially the iced coffee which was amazing! Love this spot -- feels like a hidden gem.

Great spot for some healthy lunchtime choices…read more Lunch deal was a bit pricier than normal, but featured some nice choices. Light salads through to small pasta and egg dishes, a broad selection. Service was friendly and attentive. Food came out fast, and in sequence. There was no hurry up at the end of the meal - the staff topped up my tea, encouraging me to linger. I had the soup of the day - mushroom - which was properly seasoned and tasted delicious. My main was the Prawn and Poached Egg Pasta on chilli oil linguine. A hit with me, and sized so that you don't feel bloated at the end of the meal. The lunch set included a choice of teas - just a teabag serving, topped up graciously by the staff. Happy to go back or recommend to others.

Difficult to find from their address as the entrance is actually on Houston side rather that…read morePaterson. The atmosphere is lovely, on a pedestrian street with tables outside. The service was quick and friendly. I ordered the eggs benedict with salmon and they came with toasted brioche instead of English muffins which although still tasted delicious was not quite the same. The scrambled eggs were stacked high so make sure you are hungry! I tried their vanilla hazelnut milkshake which was really good (not overly nutty) and they have a good mix of coffees and fresh juices on their menu.

This is my second time visiting Dim Sum Library. I thought this place was over hyped by…read morenon-chinese visitors because they do not know their Chinese cuisine. I was impressed the first time and decided to bring my family here on my second visit. Good adaptation of dim sum with unique and elevated style. They are not your traditional dim sum that you cannot get it anywhere else. Service is exceptional and don't forget to order their signature cocktail. Most of them are infused with tea to complement the food.

Not your typical, classic dim sum spot whether it be the decor or the food. Flavorful and creative…read moredishes that weren't incredibly greasy. Surprisingly, my favorite dish was the cabbage in broth. I wasn't feeling great after a food allergy so this really helped to soothe my stomach. The truffle shrimp dumpling was pretty good as well - you can see flecks of truffle in the dumpling skin versus if they just used truffle oil which l feel most American places would've. There's wifi available and service was good.

The food here is YUMMMMM. We got the popcorn "chicken," mushroom linguine and xoi man…read more Firstly, the restaurant is super nice and spacious (RARE in Hong Kong). Most ingredients here are organic (major PLUS!!!) and the dishes are all healthy and vegan-friendly. So you can indulge knowing you're not doing your body dirty. The popcorn chicken was so good! You can tell they used coconut oil to fry it. It makes you feel way less guilty for eating fried food. The mushroom linguine was also so delicious. The sauce was flavorful and creamy. And the xoi man was amazing! So many strong flavors in one dish. And loads of veggies, crispy onions, and herbs. The service was great as well. And the restaurant is in a nice area. I really enjoyed the food here and would definitely recommend it!

This just opened, or rather moved from its former location. It is located right next to the very…read morepopular Blue Butcher and a stones throw away up the little incline from the Man Mo Temple on Hollywood Road. A prior review stated that this establishment would make Buddha proud and I would agree. Raw, Vegan, Gluten Free, Buddhist Friendly and Nut Free...all menu items are listed and marked as such. We were walk-ins around 9:30PM on a Monday and I think it was busy because it had just opened. There was maybe 10 minute wait. Ambiance is nice....cement floors, inviting little bar, tall ceilings, mismatched chairs (although the chairs are shorter than the bench on the opposite side of the dining table, so you are not at eye level with your meal companion....just an observation), good lighting, white walls, light wood finishes....the place feels inviting. Staff was friendly, food was delivered quickly. My biggest observation and maybe the leading factor for my 4 Star rating were the flavors. Every item we ordered was super flavorful. Tempah, lemongrass, roti canai, white truffle oils, flax dukkah, the list could go on....every menu item is a study in world spices and flavors. It comes through in every dish. Vegan, prepared clean and flavorful. Although with a kick and what my husband liked the least, the Mushroom Tempah Rendang was my personal favorite, but let me also note that the linguine noodles were super fresh. I saw wine, but not sure of their liquor license status. Wine for sure, not sure on the other adult beverages. The staff indicated that they do serve breakfast and lunch too and I also saw a fresh cold pressed juices and smoothies menu as well. It is a bit pricey, but I think you get what you pay for. This is again vegan, prepared clean and flavorful...worth the price to me personally. If vegan is not your thing, you will most likely feel this place is expensive. For one appetizer and two entrees (no drinks, just water), it was $452HKD (10% service fee is automatically added to the bill as well). My husband states and let me quote, "This is a girl restaurant. The only reason a guy is here is because he was tricked by the girl into coming here. This is a place that a girl would come because it is super healthy and full of raw/vegan stuff. The few guys I see here are saying to themselves, I was tricked." I suppose this is why I liked it and he did not like it so much...and there were more woman here than men! HA! HA! HA!, so maybe he is right! So I will definatley go back, but it will probably be by myself or with a group of girlfriends or my one Vegan male friend.