My previous visits to three-starred Michelin (Hong Kong restaurants) were disappointing -- their food was bad.
Thankfully, this being only two-starred somehow exceeded them. At the very least, it meets expectations of a good restaurant.
On the food side, the Blue Lobster dish is top-notch for what it is.
On the other hand, the Sweetened Pistachio Cream initially fell flat -- until I discovered that mixing in the accompanying sugar coated pistachios gives the texture and some sweetness necessary to enhance the otherwise flat flavor.
Unexpectedly, my favorite thing came from the petit fours. An unassuming almond shortbread cookie that proved the perfect complement to the otherwise lackluster Pistachio Cream.
The outstanding thing here is the decor, for those who like luxurious opulence. Settled within the St. Regis Hotel, modern luxurious grandeur exudes throughout. Something that photos can't capture, but can be experienced in person.
Service is on par for restaurants of this caliber, with the staff going above and beyond. I was super impressed when a waiter proficiently pulled out a flashlight to spotlight an abalone so I can take a better photo. Kinda funny. And a first for me.
With Hong Kong being the paradise for food, amazing restaurants can be found for all price ranges. Why spend on a Michelin Star one when you can find way better food elsewhere?
With a restaurant named Run, maybe I should have. But I did enjoy the decor and service. They were impressive. read more