Chau Kee (周記) might have dim sum in its Chinese title, but it's really more of a Hong Kong style…read morecafe that also happens to serve some dim sum items. Their popularity was at an all-time high just before the pandemic and has remained one of Sai Wan's most frequent local eateries. To no one's surprise, the seating and layout are not group friendly and it can be very cramped. Sharing tables is a big possibility, and I'd come here with no more than 3-4 folks. Waiting is a common past time here, so try to aim for a pre-noon arrival. Their stuffed toasts are legendary and are indeed the real deal. The salted egg yolk toast is fun to eat and film, but the taro custard (香芋流沙西多士) is next level good. The lava that flows from within makes this the ultimate dessert item, and should be on everyone's table. Their XO stir fried radish cubes (XO醬炒蘿蔔糕), along with the XO fried rice rolls (XO醬炒腸粉) are two of my favorite items. The dim sum items are fairly standard (especially the shrimp dumplings), but the shrimp stuffed rice rolls are very good. The shrimp toast is not my usual kind of order, but this place definitely specializes in it. The service is warm and very quick with everything: taking orders, bringing food, and getting the check. Prices are not back breaking but it's a little more expensive than other comparable places. Cash is king.

Chau Kee sits on a side street from Des Voeux Road and has all the indications of being a veritable…read moreHong Kong institution. The owners aren't outright friendly, but are certainly warmer than your average cha chaan teng waiter in Hong Kong. The sesame shrimp toast is more delicious than it has any right to be - crisp exterior studded with toasted white sesame, these triangles give way to plump shrimp meat in the middle, and a cute little dish of Kewpie mayonnaise on the side. The signature egg yolk is fun to cut into - giving you some real insta-worthy yolk porn, but is definitely heavy, so consider sharing. But for me, what won my heart was a delicious take on a childhood favorite - radish cakes: Chau Kee's versions are cut up and fried, so that the crisp fry-exterior gives way to a tacky and soft interior. Flavors of shrimp and seafood are present from the XO sauce. The menu is in both Chinese and English and full of pictures, so it's also gweilo-friendly!

It's a small location. When you walk in and they'll tell you where to sit. We got moved around to…read morethe different tables before we settled on a seat. It's sort of like musical chairs because they try to seat all customers. Just note this is one of those places where you may be seated with strangers! Food-wise the congee was delicious. They serve it REALLY hot so many sure you let it cool. It's perfect for a cold and rainy day. They don't make it too salty and there's a good balance between congee and meat. It's also pretty filling. One bowl per person is more than enough.

By far one of my favorite little hole in the wall places to eat in HK/central district so glad we…read morefound it. If you are looking for quick but delicious CONGEE and wonton mein this is the spot! The congee was different than in NY so silky and flavorful and the fish filet was thin so you tasted it in every bite, there was sooo much fish in there i was surprised. I didn't like the wonton mein as much because i don't like egg noodles but my bf liked it and it came with a good amount of beef which was tender. We also tried the oyster ball as an appetizer since they ran out of you tiao both times we went which i was definitely disappointed about. May need to check what is available when, i think when we first went the wonton mein wasn't available until 11am and the congee was no longer available at that time but i cannot remember just keep it in mind. Absolute gem of central only had a week here and went 2x! Super nice staff even though i can't speak chinese so my bf did or we had to point lol too but bring your own napkins.

Located at Time Square; Hong Kong's busy retail and foodie mecca, Lei Garden has been a offering…read moreCantonese Cuisine for over a decade. Food here can be described as traditional Cantonese with an added flare of updated interpretations, there are a few dishes the restaurant are famous for e.g. Crispy Skinned Chicken marinated in Supreme Soy Sauce, Seasonal Double Boiled Soup, Roast Pork Belly with Cracklings etc. On this latest occasion, I tried a few more common dishes, and what stands out the most are: Beef Brisket, Tendon & Potatoes in Curry Sauce, Braised Goose Web with Shiitake Mushrooms & Tofu Skin. Love the curry sauce as it goes perfectly with plain steamed rice, even the potatoes were done well in absorbing the curry. If you like Morning Glory, they do a very good job with the seasoning and I usually request the Chef to add extra Thai Chilli to kick it up a few notches! Service has always been attentive, but I also noticed the high turn over rate as the familiar faces from the last few years are not to be found, parking can be redeemed, just notify the server at end of your meal!

Hong Kong is the best place in the World to splurge on dim sum, as the top prices that you are…read morepaying will usually reward you with unparalleled quality and sophistication that cannot be found outside of Asia (well, maybe except in Toronto or Vancouver.) Depending on what you order, be prepared to spend the equivalent of about USD30 or more per person. What sets Lei Garden apart from the rest of all the dim sum restaurants is not just the deliciousness of their food, but their refinedness and creativity. Shredded Yam Egg Rolls: That's exactly where their creativity and sophistication come in. The filling tasted like a puree of yam mixed with minced pork and was almost heavenly. These are hands down the best egg rolls that I've ever had! Honey BBQ Spare Ribs: This is one of their specialties and I highly recommend that you order this dish. The meat was so tender that they fell off the bones. The honey BBQ flavor was so delicious that I needed to borrow a phrase from KFC that "it's finger licking good!" (Yes, forget about the chopsticks and eat with your fingers!) Fried Chicken Wings: The skin was perfectly crispy and the inside was moist and juicy. This is another dish that requires you to eat with your fingers and lick them to completely enjoy the experience. Har Gow: Thin, translucent, and slightly chewy skins were graced with a shrimp filling that was bouncy in texture and rich in natural flavor. Bean Curb Rolls in Broth: The fish broth was richly flavored, and not only did it make the bean curb rolls more enjoyable, it was so tasty that we finished every drop of the broth, treating it just like a soup dish. Rice Wrapped in Lotus Leaf: Tasty and not overly oily (Yes!) fried rice was generously mixed with Chinese sausage, minced pork, salty egg yolk, among many other goodies. It was wrapped in a lotus leaf and steamed to perfection that the aroma of lotus filled the air and stimulated the palate. This is another one of their specialties that I highly recommend. Siu Mai: They were tiny but were packed with a concentrated richness that was enhanced by the flavors of black mushrooms. Small, bite size, refined, and delicate - They were exactly what dim sum should be like! Beef Balls: Quality speaks here. There was not even a hint of soda powder or tenderizer. Again, the serving size was tiny but the flavor was supreme. And that perfectly matches the city where the value of food is generally not measured by its size, but by its quality.

As much as things have changed at HKG, the one constant from a food standpoint has been the airport…read moreversion of 正斗, or Zeng Dau, a popular eatery in Central specializing in all sorts of Cantonese fare. Most everyone knows them as their far less interesting and awkward (#1) name, "Tasty Congee and Noodle Wantan Shop." For a good decade and then some, this place was complete chaos: long lines, service mishaps, and inconsistent food. SInce the self order kiosks were introduced years and the recent expansion of the East Hall seating, thus resulting in a much more organized experience. Wonton noodles have always been one of their best options. It's been a morning / lunch staple and a sure thing for first timers. Their congee has been excellent a majority of the time, along with somes solid stir fried options from noodles to shrimp and egg. They also have beef brisket, Where they suffer a bit is with the Chinese BBQ (siu mei), in which it's lacking severely, which doesn't fare well given its the priciest item. If one is desperate for goose and bbq pork, this may work in a pinch. Don't bother with the Hainanese chicken. Trust me. Like all things at the airport, it's a bit overpriced. The kiosks accept all major forms of payment and is far more English friendly than ever. While coming to the airport really hungry should always be avoided (#2), there are more convenient options than ever. ___________ (#1) Grammatically anyway. (#2) Even lounge food is rarely excellent. Eat before arriving.

If you have time before your flight at HKIA, you have to stop at Tasty Congee & Noodle Wantun Shop…read more(正斗记). It is a Michelin Bib Gourmand spot, and honestly, you can taste why immediately. We grabbed a quick meal before boarding and ordered the essentials: the BBQ Pork (Char Siu) and the Wonton Noodles. * The Food: Absolutely heavenly. The BBQ pork was so incredibly tender and flavorful--probably some of the best I've had. The wontons were perfect comfort food. * The Process: Super efficient ordering system, which is great when you're watching the clock for a flight. You just order on the kiosk, wait for your number to pop up on the screen, grab your tray and condiments, and you're good to go. * The Vibe: The service was very friendly even though it's quick-service style. It's located in a huge airport eating area, so we had zero issues finding a table to sit down and relax. Definitely the best way to say goodbye to Hong Kong. Highly recommend!

Came here for lunch on a Sat. Food is mediocre for the price. $110 plus for a dim sum dish. Our…read morewaitress was not friendly. You expect better service when you go to a nicer dim sum restaurant. We had a large group and while some of us were using the restroom they collected all our uneaten food and tossed everything except two dishes. When I asked to bag it, they charged me $1 for the container. Very very petty. There weren't many people in the restaurant at noon on a Saturday and even less when we left at 1:00. If I was management, I would reflect on the service your waitress provides. Very disappointing. Don't recommend this at all.

Loong Yat Heen is hidden gem in Kowloon hotel. It's upscale Cantonese restaurant and located on…read more2/F. We came here for dim sims coz we got few vouchers from hotel while we're staying. We went there for 2 lunches and tried some of dim sims: Preserved egg with dry oyster rice porridge - The congee wasn't too thick, just about right. It's simple and tasty. Steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce - It's mediocre and quite fatty Braised baby pork trotter - It's 3 pieces of pork trotter. It's tasty and skin so smooth. Steamed shrimp & scallop dumplings - It's perfect bite size and tasty pretty good Pan-fried Kobe Beef and Preserved Vegetable Buns - Beef so tasty (but suspected Kobe beef quality) and tasted at salty side. Steamed rice rolls in 3 ways - We liked this rice roll with 3 different ingredients (mushrooms, shrimps, and bbq pork) Deep fried shrimp bean curd rolls & Deep fried taro custard - Both dim dims were crispy and good. Steamed pork dumplings - Minced pork quite bouncy and smooth. Overall, the environment pretty quiet as a dim sim restaurant and the service were great!

Dim sum with a view! Great location inside Miramar 1 shopping mall 5th floor. Service was friendly…read moreand attentive. Dim sum dishes were standard (w exception to the black sesame roll which was served warm...so good and pronounced sesame flavor that brought back childhood memories as most tea houses in the U.S. don't serve this anymore) but the à la carte items were the factors that made me give it a 4 star rating. Crispy beef ribs we never had this way before. The crunchy flaky exterior gave it an interesting texture but it had good beefy taste...could have been a tad more tender. The pan fried cod w/ corn sauce was excellent. The soy pan fried cod also delicious. Their roasted suckling pig though was definitely the star!

Totally overpriced dim sum restaurant. Dim Sums were very small in portion. Quality was ok but…read morenot great. Service was very good but didn't justify the high price tags ( dim sum price ranged from HK$48~HK$88 ) at all. Will not recommend this restaurant.

For a cha chaan teng in a tourist area, this place is alright. Won ton mein might be memorable if…read moreit was in Vancouver or San Francisco, but by Hong Kong standards it was merely passable. Don't get me wrong, for the price, the quick service, and the surprisingly nice interior, it's more than enough. If you're staying in Tsim Sha Tsui and can walk here, by all means, you will enjoy it! But for a genuinely memorable meal, go elsewhere.

This restaurant offers traditional Cantonese and dim sum style food. The beef noodles where pretty…read moregood and it was exciting to order other random smaller dim sum plates . The menu has pictures and English descriptions so it is easy enough to get by . Accesible prices for an authentic Hong Kong experience

My wife and I were vacationing in Hong Kong a few weeks ago. On our last day in HK we were craving…read moreclaypot rice. We were in the Mong Kong area, I did a Google search and this place came up as being the closest to us. On Google it rated a solid 4 stars. It was around 2:00 on a Monday afternoon, when we got there we were immediately seated. Staff was welcoming. They had numerous menus showing all kinds of dishes and specials most of which were in Chinese. Using Google Translate helped. They did have a couple of menus with English translation too. We ordered claypot rice dishes since that was what we were craving. They had quite a few choices. I ordered the Grilled Eel claypot rice and my wife ordered the Abalone claypot rice. After a little wait our orders came out. They were served steaming hot. My order came with a bonus "fan jiu" or scorched rice on the side. They were delicious and my wife and I agreed most satisfying. The few aunties that waited on us spoke little to no English, but were friendly enough. They were patient and we were able to convey what we wanted to order. Since it wasn't busy we were able to take our time eating and rest a little after walking around all morning. Of course we also got milk tea to go with our meals. I will comeback the next time I'm back in HK.

Came to Chuen Moon Kee for one thing and one thing only - the scallops! After browsing for a quick…read morebite, we found this little spot that serves up my fiance's favorite seafood dish. It seems to be pretty popular with the locals - there were a few DLLM's floating around, so you already know. The scallops were perfectly cooked, smothered with a good amount of garlic, and the vermicelli soaked up the soy & garlicky oily goodness. We were told that clay pot rice is also a crowd favorite here, but we unfortunately didn't have the stomach space for it. Scallops were $120 HKD for 4, and all were pretty sizeable.