Saw from the other's review that the cakes are great here. However I'm just too hungry this day I…read moreneed a sanswich instead, which I could just rate as an OK only...haha...The ham and cheese sandwish is hot but nothing else. Maybe for this price I'd expect something more.... I will try the cake and coffee next time....

Situated on the level of Festival Walk that I call the 'half floor' (because it's just a small…read morecorner of the mall that kind of juts out), Dolci doesn't look like much. There's a counter where the cakes and gelato are displayed, and near it are a couple of tables and chairs. With the pretty display of artisanal cakes and pastries, Dolci looked really tempting. When my mother and I walked past, we decided to come back later in the afternoon. There aren't many tables there but lucky for us, there was exactly one vacant table when we arrived. We decided to get the set where you can mix and match any four mini gelato scoops and two cakes. The lady at the counter was very helpful and told us which were the more popular ones among customers. She even let me try all of the gelato flavors before deciding which to get! In the end, after a lot of pondering, we chose the Formaggio (blueberry cheesecake) and the Frutti di Bosco (berry chiffon cake). For the gelato flavors, everything I tried was so good but eventually I narrowed it down to hazelnut, pistachio, earl grey and a chocolate one that I don't remember the exact name of. I was basically in love with all of our picks. The cakes were very light and flavorful - my mother preferred the blueberry cheesecake one more while I liked the berry chiffon cake more (but when it came down to it, I adored both). And the gelatos - there wasn't a single one that I was disappointed with. When it comes to ice cream flavors, I often stick to the conventional ones like vanilla and cookies and cream, so picking pistachio and earl grey was a little out of my comfort zone, if you will. No regrets though! Even though they were mini scoops, they weren't too tiny, though of course I would've preferred more! However, the pistachio and chocolate flavors were a little too sweet for my liking, although they were still really good in my opinion. I will definitely be back at Dolci for more! Again, it's a little bit on the pricey side, but I really like how you get to mix and match to try a variety. How often can you go to a café and try two different cakes and four different ice cream flavors? Not very often at all!

Girls will like this place. Dudes, well they will go there because the girls are there. Fruit Teas,…read moreslitely fancy desserts, this Taiwanese place situated itself between desserts, sandwich's and interesting drinks with some theatrics. It gets crowded in the afternoons because so many people want to just hang out that there is a 90 minute seating limit.

I had their lobster roll for lunch. Bread s warm and crunchy. You can taste the butter but not too…read moreoily. They gave me extra cream sauce on the side. I also had a strawberry milk drink. Forgot what it's called. Decent also and it's served in a big American size glass which is rare in Hong Kong. I went on a weekday at around 12.40pm. There s no line and got seated at a big communal table. Their portion is just right for me. I would definitely come back and try their other sandwiches sets.

I've visited a few more times since my last review, so I thought it would be a good idea to revise…read moremy review to include content about some of their other offerings. I've tried their nicoise sandwich and it was great overall, though it felt a tad dry. The sandwich true to its name does contain tuna and slices of boiled egg, but I think I may have overestimated how much I like tuna sandwiches or any kind. I tried their Jivara chocolate lime, which is another one of those less conventional cakes, where it's more mascarpone and curd than sponge. A coworker of mine joked that the cake looked a bit like a giant malteser, and I suppose she's right. It does, though it's resting in a chocolate shortcrust cup-shaped base (see attached photo). More recently, I've tried their mocha and Mille feuille. He mille feuille was wonderfully crisp, and the caramel, was whipped beautifully so it wasn't overly dense or sweet. That being said, it seems that I still don't know how to eat one properly, since I made a pretty grand mess of the pastry. Their mocha is good. It isn't very sweet, so it makes me feel a bit less guilty about eating a really sugary cake/pastry, but I like the latte more. I felt that the chocolate was to a certain extent masking the scent and flavour of the espresso, so I will probably stick to the latte from now on; to a certain extent I've often seen myself more as someone to enjoy more plain and subdued flavours like vanilla over stronger flavours like chocolate.

Overall Rating : 5/5 Return: Yes (I did already)…read moreRecommend: Yup, yeah, yes! Taste: 5/5 Superb varieties of coffee beans from around the world (1st day, I really enjoyed the Pour-Over with the Yunnan "Peacock" variety. 2nd day, I ordered the Jawa late using the HK blend beans which are dark, full and nutty) Quality: 5/5 Top-notch sourced coffee beans "seed to cup" Service: 5/5 Barista was very professional and knowledgeable Value: 5/5 Great for what you receive and experience X-Factor: 5/5 Great environment and super relaxing

This is a chain with a store in each neighborhood. It's higher end (than Starbucks) & more food…read morethan coffee. Meals are HK$150-300 a head and coffee is HK$50-75. 3 star food but 5 stare environment. Lovely place to sit if you don't get a stool.

Cool little tea shop that serves tea drinks with steamed milk or brewed specialty tea. If you come…read morehere don't pass up the pastries. I found the baked goods to be really good. The tea drinks were good also but are on the expensive side where a beverage is around 60 hkd. Definitely a good place for an afternoon tea. Baked goods: 4.5 stars Tea: 3.75 stars Value: 3 stars Environment: 4 stars Overall: 4 stars Recommendations: fog scone, chiffon cake

Great brunch!! Totally vibed with the area, and a change of scene from the normal cha chan tangs i…read morehad be frequenting on my hk trip. Was served three ricotta pancakes ($118 hkd) with blueberries, syrup and bananas. Although the portion was small, the fluffiness of the pancake and light sweetness of the syrup made the dish de-lish! If you go before 11am on mon-fri you get a choice of one of four drinks- i opted for the lemon tea with charred lemons (makes a big difference!!). They also had mint infused water near the bar area, and a separate two floor area for seating, accessible by walking out and around the left corner into a separate below space. Mason jar lights dangle from the ceiling and a light teal wall and yellow flowers brightens the room. My friend and I sat here for a little over an hour sketching the space. They give you a buzzer that beeps when ur food is ready for pick up- my pancakes took around 20 min, as there was a group of 5 in front of me. The bathrooms clean, the service is good, and their playlist is indie coffeehouse! Not crowded on a Monday around 10. A great place!

I'll admit: The "Find Us On Yelp" sign was the initial hook for coming here. Café Sausalito feels…read morevery random in the localsphere of Sham Shui Po, which is not a hotbed of foreign themed cafes, much less Yelp gung ho businesses. I eventually became a regular while keeping my expectations dialed low (#1) and learned to appreciate this place for what it was: a laid back cafe in the heart of SSP. At first, my visits were strictly to kill time, drink a little something, and get lost in internet space with their speedy WiFi, but I eventually graduated to spending copious amounts of time here while experimenting with their food options, while even holding a few business meetings here. Whenever I was in SSP, this eventually became my home away from home. It was like being in (a narrow room in) the US, but without all the commercialism. The interior is pretty tight; many folks who are working / studying (in addition to dining and sipping) are usually by themselves. It doesn't get too crowded in here even during peak hours, which is why I enjoyed coming here so often. The service is surprisingly great. The owner, Michael is extremely hospitable and the rest of the staff is very welcoming, amiable, and efficient. For expats who are coming here for a little breakfast nostalgia (especially their ever popular "all-day breakfast" for $88HKD), keep your expectations tapered in knowing the food will naturally be served in HK portions and tastes. Don't forget to enjoy one of their lovely mochas either inside (#2) or in their limited outdoor seating. ___________ (#1) Because ... western food in Hong Kong. (#2) Because ... AC.

A Café that encompasses an Australian coffee shop with the reminiscence of Sausalito California…read more This unexpected venue can be a gem in this hustling and bustling neighborhood where the fashion world meets its fabric, buttons and lace. Love the atmosphere. Has a friendly barista....also a mom 'n' pop joint with some hipster flair:) ... Will return!

I love how the crepes here are not enormous or too heavy. I could never finish most of the crepes…read moreI've had because I get tired of the flavor after a few bites. However, the ones here are made pretty delicately and doesn't have an overpowering generous pouring of pesto sauce. But it may also have been because I was sharing the few crepes we ordered. So my suggestion is to share a few crepes, so you can try more than just one because they're all so yummy! They also serve French cider in a bowl--which was soo cute. Kind of weird at first because it feels like you're going to be sipping on chowder but instead you get a nice, crisp beverage. Staff are all really nice and patient here. I highly recommend this place for a chill, relaxing environment away from the HK crowds.

If this review were just about the food then I'd give them more stars…read more Came here on a busy Friday lunch and the wait was about 5-10 minutes which isn't long at all, however the process was slightly confusing and chaotic. When I went in to ask a staff whether my table was ready, he looked at me and walked away. Amazing. His attitude is one to leave you gobsmacked! This is an Asian guy. The French host/possibly owner is much better. Ordered a salmon galette and vanilla ice cream crepe. Both of which were pretty good.although I was disappointed the galette was hard and not light and crispy, the taste was decent. There was a white sauce that looked like mayonnaise but upon consuming, it was a grain, floury texture without much flavor. Call me an amateur! I do not know my crepes but that was weird. The vanilla ice cream with caramel sauce- SO GOOD

Demure in size but serious on the caffeine is The Brew Job, one of the better coffee spots in…read morewestern Kowloon. Only a stone's throw away from the Olympia Station, this place is so small that it's easy to miss. For folks looking for a quiet place to chat or some caffeine with a side of WiFi, this place fits the bill. Bear in mind, The Brew Job is no Starbucks. There is no indie music or up and coming artists playing in the background, or a fancy gift card for future purposes. The layout is narrow with super small tables and an even smaller tiny counter. Conversations are bound to be overheard, the smell of the coffee will permeate the room, and patrons are typically in and out constantly. Thankfully the staff is both efficient and friendly. It's a cash only operation, but it's nice knowing they also take Octopus cards. While the cappuccino and ice coffee are my go-tos (under $40), the real motivation for being here is their reasonably fast WiFI and solid, intimate meeting space. There is a parking garage across the street and some bicycle parking areas for commuters. Don't come here in a group of course, but for solo sipping and/or some intimate conversation, this is a quality neighborhood spot.

I stumbled across this cafe on my way from the train station to the hotel on my first day of…read morearrival and ended up enjoying a good breakfast every single morning. It is quite a small place and recommended to groups larger than 3 people. The espresso is quite mild and slightly sour with a tense of fruit aroma. I tried most of the bagels and ciabatta with salmon and pastrami. Breakfast takes some time as everything is prepared freshly. This is definitely a good place to slow down in a busy city and the place to go for people who appreciate third generation coffee.