My favorite restaurant in Hong Kong, though I'm a bit biased! The pasta is always a great choice,…read morebut if I have a bigger stomach I recommend the meats!

Replacing the Alba restaurant on the 10th floor of Cubus is Town, a bistro serving multi-cultural…read morecuisine with focus on lighter and healthier ingredients. The dining area is modern and clean, with hints of industrial touches. The windows overlook the buildings on the Lee Gardens side, and I imagine would be quite scenic when all lit up during the evening. Town offered a 3-course set lunch (ranging from $178 - $220): starter, main and dessert. For the starter, it was a choice between Anti-Pasti Buffet and Broccoli, Smoked Salmon and Yoghurt. We all opted for the former. The buffet table offered standard salad items ranging from leafy vegetables, cous cous, cold cuts and so on. Quite refreshing and definitely more controlled than a free-flow all-you-can-eat/order brunch. The bread basket was a warm and most breads used heavier dough, giving them the qualities of comfort food. Simple old goodness! We also ordered a bottle of Panna still water ($68), which is not pictured here. Next up were the mains. Iberico Pork Loin, Corn, Pancetta, Celery Root, Peas, Quince ($220/set) was a safe fail-proof choice; the cut was meaty and with a bit of bite, while the sides matched the sweetness from the pork loin. Our other main was Wagyu Beef Burger, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion Jam, Fries($198/set). Like the Iberico Pork, also a staple dish, but with a twist of red onion jam which complemented the heaviness of the patty quite well. Other than that, it can be described as a no-frills classic American burger. Another main that we ordered was Beef and Pork Bolognaise, Spagettini, Porcini Mushrooms ($188/set). Again like the burger, was a classic entry to the American diet. The twist was the use of Porcini mushrooms instead of the usual button mushrooms, giving the dish a bit more bite and character. The desserts were a choice between Strawberries with Mascarpone Cheese OR Upside-Down Pineapple Cake. The strawberries and mascarpone, I believe are a healthier option to the usual strawberries and cream. Those looking for a healthier fresh fruit option would appreciate this. The Upside-Down Pineapple Cake, in my opinion, tasted exactly like the classic Cantonese bakery favorite Coconut Tart (椰撻)! The pineapple added a layer of acidity to the tart, and elevated it above your local bakery tart. All in all, I appreciate the use of quality ingredients as I do the reinvention of classic dishes. I see a small step in the right direction, and do look forward to a bigger more adventurous leap for the menu. But then again, I have yet to sample the dinner menu, which may offer more interesting flavours and options versus the dependable (and rather unimaginative) lunch menu. Town is still a good choice for a straightforward meal with friends in a casual relaxed environment.

This place opened in early 2015. I walked into the restaurant and saw some familiar faces - after…read morespeaking with the staff, I realized they used to run BCN - a small tapas bar in Central before opening Paella Paella. In summary: - cute decor, open kitchen - not a very big place, sits about 25 people - friendly staff, speaks good English and bothers to explain to you how they cook the dish when they serve - thumbs up for garlic prawn - bell pepper salad was just okay - classic tortilla was good - lobster paella was good. They have a good selection of different paellas, and you can choose the size depending on the size of your group - huge thumbs up for their sangria. The ice was made out of sangria, nice touch!! Really enjoyed my dinner here - except the it gets a bit smokey and you'll smell like food when you're done with your meal. Otherwise, yeah I'll come back again :)

I'm in and out of Hong Kong on a pretty regular basis, and one of my favorite places for fine…read moredinning is Hutong, especially for Peking Duck. In a city where duck is available on every other block (in some areas, every few feet!), Hutong stands out. I can vouch for their claim of having the best Peking Duck in HK. That's one flex statement that's likely true. Ok. Let me share with you my most recent experience at Hutong, HK. One this occasion we kept it simple. For an appetizer we ordered the dim sum platter which had eight different types. Each one was absolutely delicious. Loved them. We also got the Flaming Peking Duck, and it was perfect. I can confidently say that it was the best I've ever had. Take a look at the pics and video and tell me it doesn't look delicious! We also ordered the chef's veggie fried rice, which is one of my longtime favorites on the menu; excellent. You come to Hutong not only for the fabulous northern Chinese cuisine, but you also come here for the upscale fine dining experience. It's a much more refined environment than say the New York Hutong, which I recently reviewed. At the NY Hutong people wear pretty much anything, but in Hutong HK people dress nicely, which adds to the atmosphere. Love it. With its incredible views of Victoria Harbor and HK Island, it's a 'wow-factor that never gets old. it's a place you shouldn't miss while in HK.

I booked voucher for the aqualuna cruise on the traditional junk boat along with meal at hutong…read more The food was delicious, and the window view was amazing overlooking the harbour. My favorite was probably the appetizers and the fish. Usually cod is cooked with miso at fancy restaurants in the states, so this was a lovely change of flavor!!! Service was fast, and they cleared our plates quickly in order for us to head to our boat on time. Well rounded staff all around. We also saw some people ordering the Peking duck being carved and served table side.

One of Hong Kong's most unique establishments, Tri gets kudos for some of the most beautiful decor…read moreI've ever seen. The gorgeous interior is matched with equally incredible views of Repulse Bay beach, making this one of the city's most romantic spots. Visually, this is the gem of the Le Comptoir group. As expected, the execution of their largely SE Asian (Balinese) menu is beautifully presented. Higher end Indonesian is serious business around here, commanding a higher price range and instagram worthy plating. During their dinner service, I've only had their beef rendang, nasi lemak, and a sample range of sates (satays). All were on point, even if the portion size leaves much to be desired. I've been told brunch is a good time to come here, but the menu choices (which include poached eggs, fried chicken for kids, and baby pork ribs) seems uninteresting by comparison. At around 130HKD a drink, their cocktails are pricey, but are a good vehicle for playing up the Bali resort experience. The Nusa Dua Grog (rum + lime/grapefruit juice + palm sugar syrup) is sweet yet potent, while the Padang Padang Lemonade (vodka with pimms, sweet + sour) is an easy choice for novice sippers. My favorite drink overall has been the Uluwatu Runner (tequila + maraschino liquor, bergamot juice, grenadine, cinnamon). I wonder if these drinks are actually available in Bali itself. I have had mixed reviews with the service from stellar treatment to slower than expected experiences. Most of the time, the bartenders are friendly and the wait staff is on top of it. Don't worry about mispronouncing the Indonesian dishes / drinks, chances are the staff is doing the same. Note: The massive long table in the main dining room is literally a tree. It is stunning. I wish I could've thrown a party here.

Perfect Sunday brunch when you want to enjoy life a bit extra and forget about Monday. Shout out to…read morethe waitress who was keeping our champagne glasses full! Overall great, but had higher expectations on the food. Everything tastes well but nothing really was memorable enough to mention in a review. The pods were very relaxing and enjoyable after 3-4 glasses of bubbly.

In terms of Indian food, The Waterfront takes the cake in Lamma Island…read more Homeruns: Saag paneer, fish tikka masala and butter chicken with garlic naan. Needs improvement: Chana masala was disappointing as the consistency of the curry was too thin and lacked flavor. Mango lassi is a bit too sweet for my taste but I'm sure it's because they add syrup. Location can't be beat. Right off the main street and with such a great patio overlooking the water; it's hard to find a reason not to keep coming back. The service is so-so, there is one waiter there in particular that really brightens up the tables with his comedic personality but aside from him, don't expect the happiest of people serving you. Overall, good food with above average service, great location for dinner with a date or even groups. Also a great spot for a coffee or tea while enjoying the sunset.

Oh. my....Chocolate! I've only had one experience with this…read moreplace: The mini chocolate cake with the mini sugar kiss on the top. Not only did this cake look really presentable and cute, THIS chocolate cake had it's own distinguishable taste. It is rich but really balanced at the same time. Sometimes when you have chocolate cake, you just feel like you've had too much sugar and you just don't want anymore...But with this one: I still had some left over, so during the span of the next 5 days, I finished it up because I wanted to savor it! Even after 5 days, it was still so yummy. I definitely will come back and try something else!

If you're a sucker for cute and homely cafe-esque restaurants, C'est la B is right up your alley…read more Located in Pacific Place, C'est la B is so beautifully decorated it's like a little art museum with the silhouette of tea cups hanging from the ceiling and the colorful displays of cakes. There's only a small couch area inside the restaurant itself; tables and chairs spill out onto the corridor to accommodate more diners. The tables and chairs are all brightly colored and loud, but not in a distasteful way. In the middle is a really nice tiered display with candles and flowers, almost like a colorful Christmas tree. We were here for dinner and there were quite a few sets to choose from, all between the prices of $125 and $145, with coffee or tea included at the end. My mother got the 'spice box' - the Malaysian chicken curry, and I got the 'Capri box' - spaghetti with tomato sauce and mullet. Both were accompanied with a salad and a small side dish - my mother's was gyoza and mine was deep fried breaded shrimp. Our food came in colorful bento boxes, and though the portion seemed small, I was actually pretty full by the end of it. The food was served really hot and I couldn't eat anything for the first minute or so because it was so hot! The spaghetti was great - the tomato sauce was very rich and thick, and I normally dislike fish but the mullet was very well done. My mother really liked her curry as well, though she did say the curry sauce was a little watery. We both ordered coffee after and this was the largest cup of coffee I'd ever seen! It was almost like a soup bowl. The coffee was very strong and bitter - not my cup of tea (ha!). I didn't finish the coffee, which is not something I often do at all! Overall, this is a nice place to have a relatively affordable meal. The seats are very comfortable and the environment is really relaxing - service is good too. I would love to come back and try their cakes sometime!

I gotta say I absolutely love the location. It's situated in a discreet spot on an uphill slope…read morethat was a good 15-minute walk from the central MTR. The journey from the MTR to Mo Bros was a stunning window into Hong Kong - from the office ladies crowding the central streets to the central mid-levels escalators offering great views into the little apartments and the many bars and restaurants welcoming you with open arms from the lopsided streets. Ok enough about the beauty that is Hong Kong. Now onto the food: We ordered about five dishes (not including dessert) for a group of seven girls who don't normally eat that much, but I think it was too little since the portions are on the smaller end. The bruschetta looked so aesthetically pleasing and the taste was wonderful too. I wanted seconds but decided it was best to save my stomach for the other dishes, including the truffle risotto and carbonara pasta. Unfortunately it's been over a year since my visit so I don't quite remember what I thought about those dishes. For dessert, we got the cannolis and tiramisu. I've never been a big fan of cannolis so I didn't really care. On the other hand, I have just developed a newfound appreciation for tiramisus so I was excited to try Mo Bro's. It wasn't as life changing as ciao Chow's but it tasted decent!

Cheap and cheerful italian fare that has a cute little outdoor patio ! Perfect for dates and group…read moredinners :) Recommended: Seafood Risotto Chicken Parmesan Veal Marsala

Choco Duck describes itself as a "European slow cook eatery offering seasonal, delicious and…read morehomey-comfy food", and that's pretty much bang on. It is a great little place, serving a range of really hearty home dishes of meats, poultry, seafood and more. However, the real signature of Choco Duck is the fresh hand made pasta. What can I say, "OMG" (apologies if I sound like a 14 year old girl). The fresh tagliatelle may not look pretty, trading a manufactured uniformity for a rustic hand made charm, but the taste is absolutely divine, a real delight. Teaming this with a carbonara "sauce", made with lardons, egg yolk, parmesan and nothing else, just elevated this pasta dish to an ethereal status. The simplicity of the cooking let each and every ingredient do its part, which is so refreshing in over-sauced HK. At last a carbonara that doesn't rely entirely on cream. Just be warned that some of the dishes require 24 hours notice, but are unfortunately not on their online menu. If you fancy a roast chicken, you may have to pop in the day before and have a chat to Choco. One small food critique, the calamari could have been cooked a little longer, but that's fairly small potatoes when I think about how good the pasta is!. It's unfortunate that Choco Duck is on Cheung Chau island - a 45 min ferry ride from Central, followed by a leisurely 10 min stroll from the public ferry. The restaurant itself is set in a sort of public square, and has plenty of seating inside and out. Aside form the pasta, a big draw is the owners Choco and Duck. Choco is chef-patron, and it is a delight to watch her work, with only one sous chef, in the open kitchen. You will see that the pasta really is handmade. Duck is a fine fellow who likes to keep your drinks topped up, another vital part of dining, certainly in my book!

We have tried to eat here for 4 months but always missed them when they were open. Worth the…read morewait!! Choco actually served us tonight even though she wasn't "open" and the food was delicious and the service superb. It is fine dining in a casual style and one of a kind on Cheung Chau. We will absolutely be regulars here....and we'll call ahead! We recommend you do too.