I've been eating at this place since 2004 and the char siu is always good. I personally prefer it…read moreto Joy Hing, as the char siu is better and this place includes vegetables and a drink (can coke/tea or soup) with your order. The soup is really good - for tourists, don't freak out if you find bits of chicken feet in bottom of the bowl. You don't have to eat them and its all been cooked down to create the great flavours in the soup. Finally, one additional perk of this place is you can get the food for takeaway and cross the street to Southhorn Playground to watch the weeknight 7-a-side football games, and perhaps learn a few choice words of Cantonese when a player shoots off target ;)

This street is famous for having 3 restaurants, all super cheap, that once held Michelin Stars! Yat…read moreLok is a go-to for me and the last time I was in HK 3 years ago the time I was able to come the line was way too long and went all the way to the elevators. This time it was hot, humid, and rainy around 11:20 am and our party of 4 was able to get a table easily though it was crowded again once we were finished. This place is so famous we saw people come straight from the airport with all their luggage! Portions are very good and probably too small for most people but I loved the size. Goose and Soy Sauce Chicken: They are most known for their roast goose which has a complex and layered seasoning different than other HK roast duck/goose places. This is my go to dish, this time it tasted great but my portion of goose was super small and I split it with a friend to not get too full so it was even smaller. We also ordered the same dish with noodles and roast pork with soy chicken, both the people who had this never had Yat Lok before and totally cleared their plates, don't forget to mix each bite with some of the oil scorched green onions!

Cash only! They literally has a Auntie sitting by the door ready to take your cash!…read more Yat Lok is a family owned business located in Central, Hong Kong specialized in roast geese and Cantonese roasted/bbq meats. It's held a one Michelin star consecutively for 11 years!!! This was on my top list of places to go. Obviously, we got the roast geese. It wasn't as good as I had expected because I think we got the fatty leg section. Don't get me wrong, the glistening roast geese was delicious! I just wish it wasn't as fatty. We got the quarter size because we want to try other dishes. Crispy roast pork + Char Siu (Barbecue Pork) was on point! The roast pork skin is crispy and tasty. Char Siu is savory and sweet with smoky flavor. The vegetables was simply prepared but so good. It helps break up the greasy food. White rice and noodles for carb. This was a hearty meal. It is on the expensive side compare to other casual Cantonese bbq meats spot.

Nice roast meats 燒味 at reasonable prices. But the place is small with uncomfortable stools so you…read moredon't sit very long. The place is also semi famous

First things first--you have to try all the roast meats here. Each one was absolutely delicious and…read moreworth sampling. This was my first stop in Hong Kong for roast goose, and while it ended up being my least favorite of the meats, it was still very good--much leaner than I expected, with rich flavor. The true standouts were the roast pork and char siu. The roast pork had an ultra-crispy skin--almost sharp enough to cut your mouth, but in the best possible way--paired with juicy, flavorful meat underneath. The char siu struck a perfect sweet-and-savory balance, with a beautiful ratio of fat to meat that made each bite melt in your mouth. We also tried the suckling pig, which had wonderfully fragrant and flavorful meat. The skin was tasty, though not quite as crispy as the roast pork's. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient. The space is simple--white tiled walls, small stools, and a cozy, no-frills dining room that lets the food do all the talking.

If you want goose, duck, ribs or pork belly authentic Hong Kong style, come here. To go only, very…read moreinexpensive, fast, friendly and fun.

Really good siu mei (Cantonese for various roasted meats) that we happened upon. One parallel block…read moreover from the evening Temple Street night flea market. It looked more like a take out kind of place but we saw tables in the back and started to enter the shop, but the floor was so greasy, we were seriously thinking about making a 180° and skip this place. I don't know if it was the look on our faces or that we were a bit better dressed then the uncles in their white tanks with legs propped up on stools or what, but the kind lady proprietor suggested we eat at their "nicer atmosphere" dining room a few doors down. The dining room greeted us with nice A/C and floors our shoes had better grip on. The food is ordered here and they will prepare the soup, noodles, drinks, etc. but all the siu mei still comes over from the other shop. The roasted meats we're tender and tasty, no lie. I'd say even skip all those starchy fillers and go straight for the roasted proteins. The portions here are very generous and we felt a little guilty leaving some pieces uneaten. Hong Kong definitely has no shortage of siu me shops and I'm glad the tasties they offer remain classic and unchanged. Looking forward to finding new gems.

Fresh off the flight, this was a great first meal for Hong Kong: a classic no-fuss stop set to the…read morelocal rhythm. The creamy chicken macaroni soup with ham and abalone strips (and side of soft eggs with toast) made me feel like a kid again. The beef and egg sandwich, and spam and egg sandwich were exactly as expected; they came out hot and fast and in generous portions. Drinks were great too, especially the lemon tea served with real citrus slices (both hot and iced were solid), and the milk tea was as authentic as it gets. Value felt fair for the area. From the menu, tea/breakfast-style sets sit around HK$40-46, lunch plates are roughly HK$52-64, and most drinks are in the HK$18-24 range (with a few around HK$26-28), so you can order a full spread without the bill getting out of hand. Good to know: they only accept cash and Octopus, so don't count on credit cards. Overall, an easy 4 stars for a dependable, grounding first stop.

Comfort food that hits the spot! I came here multiple times during my trip and it was consistently…read moregood. Love their scrambled eggs and breakfast set D -- satay beef noodles with toast and scrambled eggs. The chicken-broth soup is light but full of flavor. Staff are friendly and they accept Octopus card!

For Cantonese siu mei (roasted meats), Dragon State Kitchen knocks it out of the park! The…read moreglistening roasted meats behind the window and sensational aromas absolutely draw you inside. You might get yelled at for not putting the menu back in its place, but it's a small price to pay for such delicious food. When they bring out a large bowl of water, use it to rinse out your utensils. By the way, you can usually find chopsticks, silverware, and spoons in the drawer beneath the tabletop. Char Siu and Roast Duck: The barbecued pork is incredible. It's a little smoky and sweet with a nice pink smoke ring. The sticky edges are super crispy from the caramelization and a slight char. You can hear a tiny crunch with each bite. As for the meat, it is more tender than any BBQ or a succulent cut of the finest pastrami. Roast duck is the ultimate pairing for char siu because of its crisp skin and depth of flavors from the five spice, soy, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, garlic, and ginger.

Maybe my favorite restaurant in HK. The price is great and the food is even better; no matter what…read moremeat you choose it's going to be delectable. The flavors are on point, the portions are good and the service is very quick. I'd highly recommend this spot

Staying at the Conrad in HK and due to Hilton Diamond status, I was lucky to have daily breakfast…read moreincluded. The breakfast buffets at Garden Cafe was pretty good. They have a nice range of both western foods as well as Asian offerings. There is an omelet station and a wonton noodle station. A few items change daily, but most remain the same which can get a little boring if you are staying long. Coffee is from a machine, which is fine. I was disappointed that they did not have HK style milk tea- despite being at a 5 star note in Hong Kong! Service was ok, but sometimes had to flag the staff to get their attention. Ambience was nice with high ceilings and lots of natural light.

Had breakfast here every morning during my stay at Conrad Hong Kong. The buffet had lots of…read morevariety, from Western to Chinese to Japanese. High quality, fresh and really delicious breakfast items from the healthy (think yogurt, fruits, congee) to unhealthy (like fried shrimp dumplings and bacon), there is something for everyone. I consumed so much carb during my stay but at least they were not lousy calories. The chocolate croissant, muffins and apple turnover were so yummy. I also had the cutest bun in the shape of a pig. I ate two at one go. Also tried the noodles, chicken congee, bacon, etc etc.. yes, I ate a lot!! Tea served here was of TWG. Freshly squeezed orange juice was refilled promptly. All the staffs here were extremely attentive. I enjoyed my breakfast here very much. Yes, the ambience was lovely as well. Solid 5 stars from me to Garden Café.

1/2 Order Roast Goose (Bottom) - 4/5 BBQ Char Siu (Lean) 4/5…read moreCrispy Pork 4/5 HK Milk Tea 4/5 Price 3/5 - Tourist prices (not surprising) The roast goose is pretty delicious, juicy, and fatty. Bottom half is the way to go. But it's way greasier than expected, and the skin wasn't as crispy as I imagined it would be. We also ordered half/half mix of the char siu and crispy pork so that we got to experience both of those without ordering too much of one thing. Crispy pork could've been fattier, but it was still good with decent crisp in the skin. Their HK milk tea is the first one I tried while visiting overseas and it had a heavier tea taste compared to some of the other ones I tried at other places later on (which can be totally subjective and better if you prefer a heavier tea taste). Service wasn't that great in my opinion, but I believe it's the standard semi-rude/impatient Asian service that you'd expect at most places in Hong Kong. Food and drinks came quickly. Limited seating and packed completely when we went, but had a short wait time (quick turnover). You are seated close to other customers, but it didn't feel overbearing. They take Visa. If you like roast duck and want to try roast goose, this place is probably worth a shot.

I really don't understand why this place is so popular…read more The roast goose looked great, but that's about it. The skin wasn't crispy at all, and it was unbelievably greasy--oil was literally dripping everywhere. There was barely any meat, and after a couple of bites, all I had left were bones. The taste was okay, but definitely not worth the hype. The biggest issue is the price. You're paying premium prices for average food and tiny portions. It feels like they're counting on tourists who probably won't be back anyway. The restaurant itself is clean and nicely renovated, but that's pretty much the only positive. The service was by far the biggest disappointment. After I asked for a glass of water because the food was so greasy, the two employees at the ordering counter started making comments about us instead of simply helping. Our table was right next to the counter, so we could hear everything they were saying. It honestly felt intentional, as if they wanted us to hear them. I've never experienced something so rude over such a simple request. What makes it even worse is that they charge a service fee. I'm perfectly fine paying for good service, but if you can't even bring a customer a glass of water, what exactly is that service charge for? Taking orders and bringing food to the table is just the bare minimum. To top it off, after finally getting a table, we were told to go wait by the entrance again. The whole experience was disorganized and frustrating. Overall, this place is incredibly overrated. Hong Kong has countless small neighborhood restaurants serving better roast goose, at better prices, with friendlier service. I'd rather spend my money there than come back here. Would not return, and definitely wouldn't recommend.

I had a really great experience at Yakiniku Great. The food is delicious and the wait staff were…read morereally friendly and knowledgeable about the cuts of meat. We had the kiwami omakase as well as the spicy kalbi udon soup and vanilla ice cream sandwich. Pricey meal but well worth it. Definitely recommend if you are looking for your fill of high end Wagyu. Food: 4.5 stars Service/environment: 4.25 stars Overall: 4.5 stars Recommendations: kiwami omakase, spicy kalbi udon soup The kiwami omakase includes 7 different cuts of Wagyu beef of varying thickness from different parts of the cow and different levels of marbling. Each cut is included with instructions on how to best cook and the best way to eat the meat (I.e sauces and accompaniments). The meal ends with the chateau brand cut and a healthy serving of uni over a bed of rice. The sauce it comes with is heated over the grill to melt a small piece of butter. This was incredible!" The other standout was the misuji with tari. Thinly sliced meat from the front leg that melts in your mouth.

Hands down the BEST yakiniku in town and nearly the BEST I've ever had @yakinikugreat.soho It's…read morepricy but the quality is unrivaled. Probably one of my top 3 FAVOURITE restaurants in the whole city. The service is better than all of the other yakiniku spots in town as well. They take the time to tell you about the cut of beef your eating and how long you should cook each piece. The meat is so marbled and succulent. The perfect meal! if you haven't been yet, make sure to make a trip here! Remember to book in advance as it's usually pretty busy too! Taste: ***** Service: **** Ambiance: **** ------------------------------ Yakiniku Great 255 Queen's Road Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong ------------------------------