Hong Kong’s Best Boozy Brunches

Delicious brunches offering free flowing alcohol are a favourite weekend indulgence in Hong Kong. Here's our pick of the best bottomless brunches to suit all budgets (including fantastic family friendly options).

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Weekend dining in Hong Kong typically means one thing – brunch! Here’s a selection of our favourite places offering free flowing drinks alongside fantastic food.

Our boozy brunch picks are listed in price order – with the most expensive at the top. If you’re craving a luxury brunch experience click here to skip to our luxe brunch recommendations. For something a little easier on the pocket, check out our pick of under $600 per head options here.

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You told us these are the things you want to know about brunch options. We’ve picked our favourite luxury brunches, great value brunches, family brunches, al fresco brunches and brunches with a view – just click on each restaurant name to see the full details.

Our Picks for Luxury Brunch: Ozone at The Ritz, Oyster and Wine Bar at the Sheraton, The Clipper Lounge at the Mandarin Oriental, Harbourside at InterContinental, Tosca at The Ritz, Kitchen at the W Hotel, CÉ LA VI, The Lobby at the Peninsula, The Grill at the Grand Hyatt, WHISK & Vibes at the Mira, Gough’s on Gough, ToTT’s and Roof Terrace at the Excelsior, Zuma, Buenos Aires Polo Club, Tri, Duddell’s, Red Sugar at Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, Blue – Butcher & Meat Specialist, Tycoon Tann, Theo Mistral by Theo Randall, Brasserie on the Eighth at the Conrad, Nicholini’s at the Conrad, Hutong, Seasons, Braza and Gaucho

Our Picks for Free Flow Brunch Under $600: The Pawn, Aqua, Wooloomooloo Prime (TST), Kaum at Potato Head, Uma Nota, Mercedes Me, TokyoLima, Fang Fang, Dragon-i, SKYE at Park Lane, Spasso, Olé, Rhoda, The Optimist, Komune, Porterhouse , Al Molo, Casa Lisboa, Picada, Lily & Bloom, Rummin’ Tings, Pirata, Alto, La Paloma, 12,000 Francs, Quayside, Gia Trattoria, Ciao Chow, MEATS, Mak Mak, 208 Duecento Otto, Mrs. Pound, Ham & Sherry, Linguini Fini, and Beef & Liberty

Our Picks for Brunch With a View: Ozone or Tosca at the Ritz, Harbourside at InterContinental, Kitchen at the W Hotel, ToTT’s and Roof Terrace at the Excelsior, CÉ LA VI, Hutong, Brasserie on the Eighth at the Conrad, Aqua, Wooloomooloo Prime (TST), Nicholini’s at the Conrad, Spasso, Watermark, Al Molo, Alto, Oyster and Wine Bar at the Sheraton, Red Sugar at Kerry Hotel Hong Kong, SKYE at Park Lane and Gia Trattoria

Find our picks of Hong Kong’s best bars and restaurants with amazing views here!

Our Picks for Brunch with Little Kids: Harbourside at InterContinental, Kitchen at the W Hotel, The Pawn, Armani/Aqua, Lily & Bloom, Pirata, Linguini Fini, Theo Mistral by Theo Randall and 208 Duecento Otto

We have a bigger selection of family-friendly lunches and brunches in this post.

Our Picks for Al Fresco Brunch:  WHISK & Vibes at the Mira, The Grill at the Grand Hyatt, ToTT’s and Roof Terrace at the Excelsior, CÉ LA VI, Wooloomooloo Prime (TST), Spasso, Shore, Al Molo, Seasons, Red Sugar at Kerry Hotel Hong Kong and Quayside

Find our picks of Hong Kong’s best al fresco eating and drinking spots here!

 

Luxe Brunches

Ozone at The Ritz Carlton

International buffet, $1488 per adult with free flow, outstanding views, highchairs available, under 3s free

Discerning diners can take in the breathtaking views from the world’s highest bar while enjoying the delectable creations of Chef Roberto Riveros. The brunch includes free flow Dom Pérignon 2009, plus an extensive buffet of appetisers, savouries and a wide selection of desserts. Rotating menus highlight Chef Riveros’ Chilean background with dishes like lobster paella, plus Spanish cold cuts, fresh seafood and more.

When:    Sunday from 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       $1,488 per adult including free flowing Dom Pérignon 2009; $2,368 for free flow Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne; $590 per child from 4 to 17 (with free flowing soft drinks and juices)

Where:  Level 118, International Commerce Ctr., 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon

Book:     2263 2270 or

 

Oyster & Wine Bar at The Sheraton

Seafood buffet, $998 per person with free flow, outstanding harbour views, highchairs available, under 4s free

Head up to the top floor of the Sheraton Hong Kong for some wicked harbour views and the “Vivacious Sunday Champagne Brunch”. Fresh off a menu upgrade, this brunch goes all out for seafood lovers, with four to five kinds of freshly shucked seasonal oysters from around the globe, and an array of sashimi and sushi. But there’s also juicy steak, brunch standards like eggs Benedict with Canadian bacon, and an extended dessert corner with a divine made-to-order mini hot soufflé served with vanilla, Grand Marnier, Kahlua or ginger sauce.

When:    Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       $998 per person Perrier-Jouët Champagne Brunch with free flow Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut, Epernay NV, white and red wine; $1,298 per person for Perrier-Jouët Champagne Rosé Brunch with free flow Perrier-Jouët Blason Rosé, Epernay NV, white and red wine; $1,498 per person Perrier-Jouët Platinum Champagne Brunch with free flow Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs, Epernay NV, white and red wine;  $499 for children aged 4-11,  $798 for children aged 12-17, under 4s free

Where:  18/F, Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel and Towers, 20 Nathan Road, Kowloon

Book:     2369 1111 (ext. 3145)

 

Clipper Lounge at the Mandarin Oriental

International buffet, $988 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 3s free

The famous Mandarin Oriental Hotel has its fair share of dining options, and Clipper Lounge is perhaps best known for its afternoon tea. But their Champagne brunch with free flow Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut is a great option for families because their huge selection of Asian and western food will please even the fussiest little eaters. Sweet tooths will tear up when they see the dessert section of the menu takes up two columns.

When:    Sunday from 11.30am to 3.00 pm

Cost:      $688 per adult; $988 per adult with Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut or Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Rosé Champagne and selected fruit juices; $418 for children aged 3 to 11.

Where:  5 Connaught Road, Central

Book:   2825 4007 or

 

Harbourside at Intercontinental

International buffet, $898 per adult with free flow, outstanding harbour views, highchairs available, under 3s free, one child 3-11 free with every 3 paying adults.

This one checks all the boxes for a decadent Sunday brunch: pretty harbour view, spacious seating, kid-friendly and row upon row of appetising a la carte and buffet options. There’s an elaborate offering of Western and Asian dishes, a roast carving station with prime cuts of beef, sushi and sashimi, fresh seafood, truffle pasta and Peking duck. Mom and dad can relax and sip free-flowing Champagne, wine and liquid nitrogen sorbet cocktails, as the children get glitter tattoos and are entertained with close-up magic and balloon twisting.

When:    Sunday 11.30am to 3.00pm

Cost:       $848 per adult free flow soft drinks and juices; $598 per child 3 to 11 years old; $898 free flow Perrier-Joüet Champagne, wine and beer

Where:  InterContinental Hotel, 18 Salisbury Road, Kowloon

Book:      2313 2323 or

 

Tosca at The Ritz Carlton

Michelin-starred Italian buffet, $898 per adult with free flow, outstanding views, highchairs available, under 3s free

Experience the essence of Italy at the Michelin-starred Italian restaurant located on Level 102 of the Ritz Carlton. The brunch offering includes an array of authentic delicacies from the pasta station, Neapolitan pizza, sea salt sea bass, grilled lobster and a selection of Italian specialities. All washed down with unlimited bubbles of your choice.

When:    Every Sunday from 11:30am to 3.00pm

Cost:      $898 per person with free flow Moet & Chandon Imperial Champagne; $1,008 per adult with free flow Ruinart Rosé or Ruinart Blanc de Blancs; $2488 per adult with free flow Dom Pérignon. Coffee and tea not included.  $398 per child aged from 3 to 12 years

Where:  Level 118, International Commerce Ctr., 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon

Book:    2263 2270 or

 

 

Kitchen at W Hotel

International buffet (especially seafood), from $848 per adult with free flow, stunning harbour views, family friendly, highchairs available, under 4s free

The W is renowned for the quality of its food and the brunches they offer are no exception.  There is everything from leg of lamb to oysters, from sushi and sashimi to a vast selection of meats and cheeses.  The desserts are incredible and although it’s one of the more expensive options, the view, setting and quality of the food make the price tag worthwhile.

When:    Bubbly Seafood Sunday Brunch – 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      Sunday – $848 per adult including free flow Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label Champagne; $424 per child aged 4-11 years old

Where:   No. 1, Austin Road West, Kowloon Station. Tsim Sha Tsui

Book:      3717 2299

 

WHISK & Vibes at the Mira

Western semi-buffet with amazing seafood, $828 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating available, highchairs available, under 3s free

For a super stylish affair, head to WHISK at The Mira for an al fresco brunch and enjoy an assortment of fresh seafood including sashimi on ice and freshly shucked oysters, gourmet mains served to order, live BBQ, cheeses and desserts. The revamped menu also offers delicious dry-aged beef dishes made with organic Irish beef and a decadent macaroni with truffle veal jus and Greyère. Oh, and there’s a “secret room” of cheese and desserts hiding a selection of European cheese with condiments and more than a dozen desserts, rotating regularly. 

When:    Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm, with Sunday Brunch in Pink once a month

Cost:      Regular brunch: $548 with free flowing soft drinks and juices; add $280 for Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne, wines and cocktails; $268 children (3-11 years inclusive). Sunday Brunch in Pink:  $638 with free flowing soft drinks and juices; add $280 for free flow G.H. Mumm Rosé; $398 children 3 to 11 years.

Where:   The Mira, 118 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Book:      WhatsApp 6273 3588, [email protected] or 2315 5999

 

CÉ LA VI

Modern Asian, a la carte, from $786 per adult with free flow, fantastic views, outdoor seating available, limited number of highchairs

The Lan Kwai Fong-located CÉ LA VI boasts having ‘the most coveted spot in town’ – perched at the top of the newly rebuilt California Tower. We’ve listed a few places here with equally prized views so we’ll let you be the judge, but you certainly won’t be disappointed with the scenery or the food. Executive chef Jason Au brings a fashionable flair to CÉ LA VI and a freshness to his plating style teamed with meticulous Asian flavors. Inspired by his time in New York, at one of the world’s most acclaimed Japanese restaurants he presents hot and cold starters with notes of Japanese flavors which can be paired with mains like smoked salmon eggs Benedict, seared snapper or grilled New Zealand lamb chops. Free flow Champagne, wine and cocktails are on hand to cleanse your happy palate between dishes. Or go for a “Tizzy Shot” (extra $50), an organic, pocket-sized elixir that is a sort of natural espresso. Locally made, the zingy shots come in classic ginger, charcoal and turmeric.

When:    Saturday & Sunday  12.00pm to 3.30pm

Cost:      $488 per person; $288 per child aged 5-10, under 5s free;add $298 for free flow Veuve Cliquot (with a choice of purée for Bellinis) , white or red wine, cocktails (Bloody Mary, Market Collins), beer, juice and soft drinks; add $398 for free flow Veuve Clicquot Rosé; add $1988 for free flow Dom Pérignon.

Where:  25/F California Tower, 32 D’Aguilar Street, Central

Book:    3700 2300 or

 

Buenos Aires Polo Club

International brunch buffet, from $786 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, over 4s pay full price, under 4s free

Competing in the Hong Kong steak scene is Buenos Aires Polo Club, with a strong following when it comes to Argentinian beef. They’ve branched out and joined the brunch crowd, with the popular brunch favourite, the egg station, manned by chefs ready to whip up omelettes with various savoury fillings. The cold bar houses prawns, house-made gravlax, oysters, cured meats and assorted cheeses. Sweet tooths will get their fill with a choice of freshly baked pastries and cakes.

When:    Sunday 11:00am to 2:00pm

Cost:       $398 per person; free for children 4 and under; $188 for free flow fresh juices, tea and coffee; add $388 for free flow house wines and beers; add $588 for free flow Bollinger Champagne, house wines, beer and club cocktails

Where:  7/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central

Book:     2321 8681 or [email protected]

 

The Lobby at The Peninsula

International breakfast buffet, $785 per adult including free flow, kids and adults priced the same, highchairs available

One for the early birds and those wanting a lavish setting, the iconic Peninsula Hotel offers a sumptuous three-course Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne Brunch at The Lobby. Work your way through an assortment of baked goods, starters like Birchermüesli with organic oats and berries and mains including free-range eggs Benedict with honey-glazed bone ham.  Seafood lovers can add on a sumptuous seafood platter for two, including Alaskan king crab legs, Boston lobster, black mussels, market-fresh oysters and sea whelk. Enjoy the free flow champagne as you take in a different kind of view – the ornate high ceilings and columns of this elegant colonial gem. And afternoon tea at The Peninsula is a must too.

When:    Saturday and Sunday from 9.00am to 1.00pm

Cost:      $485 per person including a glass of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne Champagne, selection of juices and coffee or Peninsula tea; $785 per person for free flow Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne; a seafood platter for two is $200 including a glass of champagne

Where:  Lobby, The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Book:    2696 6772 or [email protected]

 

Duddell’s

Michelin-starred Chinese, unlimited orders from menu, $770 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating available, highchairs available

This is a great one to take out of towners to for a varied and delectable Chinese feast featuring dim sum and mains in a beautiful setting. The one Michelin-star restaurant has a sleek salon and green garden terrace, with interior walls draped in eye-catching artwork.  Of course the food is the main draw at their Weekend Salon Brunch: dim sum including crab meat dumplings, steamed Iberico pork buns and mains from Peking duck to sauteed prawns in black bean sauce are just some of the offerings, along with rice and noodle dishes, a choice of dessert and a range of free flowing fresh juices and cocktails.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 12.00 to 3.00pm

Cost:      $550 per person with free flow fresh juices, soft drinks and water; $250 per child 4 to 10 years old (under 3s free); $770 with free flow Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, selected cocktails, red and white wine, beer, softs drinks, juices and water.

Where:  Level 3, Shanghai Tang Mansion, 1 Duddell Street, Central

Book:    2525 9191 or [email protected]

Craving dim sum? Check out our Top 5 Dim Sum places here. 

 

The Grill at The Grand Hyatt

Barbecue buffet, $756 per adult with free flow, all outdoor poolside seating (with fans), pool day passes available – must book in advance, highchairs available, under 6s free

A favourite al fresco brunch spot, brunch at The Grill is fully buffet style, including a chilled seafood bar, salads, a grill station and desserts. All seating is outdoors overlooking the pool, but umbrellas and fans are provided for hot, sunny days.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 11.30am to 3.00pm

Cost:      $538 for food only and $218 extra for unlimited sparkling wine, mimosa, Kir Royal, Bellini, rosé, white or red wine and beer.  Children between 6-12 years old eat for $269; Children 5 and under eat for free

Where:  The Grill, 11th Floor, Grandy Hyatt, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai

Book:     2584 7722

 

Gough’s on Gough

Modern British, $746 per adult with free flow

Giving a fresh perspective on British cuisine (no fish and chips at this brunch) Chef Arron Rhodes delivers a tempting Sunday brunch spread with nods to the UK, such as the English risotto with fresh peas and Lancashire cheese, baked Scottish salmon with dill sauce, roast potatoes and vegetables, or roast sirloin of Devonshire beef with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and vegetables (choose one). The upside down pineapple cake with clotted cream and rum caramel just became our new favourite pud to try, which should go down a treat with some sparkling English wine.

When:    Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      $498 per person; add $248 for two hours of free flow house beer and wine, Bloody Mary and Pimm’s; add $288 for free flow Chapel Down Reserve and English sparkling wine;  add $398 for free flow Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV Champagne; $198 for under 12s

Book:   2473 9066 or [email protected] 9066

Where:  15 Gough Street, Central

 

Tycoon Tann

Modern Chinese, a la carte, $728 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 5s free

Definitely one of the swankier places on the list, the brunch at Tycoon Tann is a good opportunity to experience their food without the stiff price tags (dinner for two here can easily set you back $2,000). But the $708 free flow Champagne brunch gives you modern Chinese fare including dim sum and Peking duck, innovative signature dishes, savoury soups, rice and noodles, and luxury desserts.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 3.30pm

Cost:      $528 per person with free flow juices and soft drinks; $728 per person for free flow G.H. Mumm Champagne, Tycoon Tann signature cocktails, red or white wine, soft drinks and juices. $298 for under 10s, under 3s free.

Where:  1/F-2/F, 74 Wellington Street, Central

Book:     3125 3228 or [email protected]

 

Theo Mistral by Theo Randall

Italian, $726 per adult with free flow, supervised children’s play area

Renowned British Chef Theo Randall has brought Hong Kongers a brunch celebrating la dolce vita. The monthly-changing seasonal menu pairs Italian flavours with fresh produce and features a sumptuous antipasti table with freshly-baked focaccia, a seafood bar housing a selection of Boston lobster, poached prawns, crab legs, tuna carpaccio and more. Don’t load up too much on the starters or you’ll miss out on Chef Randall’s award-winning daily homemade pasta dishes like Cappelletti di Vitello with slow-cooked veal and pancetta or Ravioli D’Erbette, a mixed green ravioli with Swiss chard and rocket. And then there’s dessert, including the amazing signature Amalfi lemon tart with fresh and succulent Amalfi lemons. Parents will happily lick their spoons as their children play in a specially designed kids’ play area under supervision by trained staff.

When:    Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm

Cost:      $588 per adult; $338 per child aged 4-11 (under 4s eat free); add $138 for free  flow Bottega prosecco, house white and red wine; add $68 for free flow soft drinks and chilled orange juice

Book:   2731 2870 or [email protected]

Where:  70 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon

 

ToTT’s and Roof Terrace at the Excelsior

International buffet, $698 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating available, amazing harbour views, highchairs available, under 3s free

Brunch from the 34th floor of The Excelsior for a thrilling al fresco experience among the skyscrapers of Hong Kong. The food choices are plentiful: cold and hot sections overflowing with salad, sushi, cold cuts, fresh seafood, soup, roasted prime rib of beef, Yorkshire pudding and desserts, including a chocolate fountain for good measure.

When:    Sunday from 10.30am to 5.00pm (2.5 hours seating)

Cost:      $698 per person includes free flow Möet and Chandon, tea, coffee and herbal infusions. Vodka available on request for Bloody Mary. $398 with unlimited soft drinks and juice. Children 3-12 years old $398 per head.

Where:  The Excelsior, 281 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay

Book:    2837 6786 or via website

 

Red Sugar at Kerry Hotel Hong Kong

Semi-buffet, $698 per adult for free flow, outdoor terrace with views

Hung Hom isn’t normally on locals’ places-to-go list, but you may reconsider once you’ve checked out the awesome brunch at Red Sugar. Housed in the new Kerry Hotel, their brunch is semi-buffet, hosting really good appetizers like crab tartlets, Boston lobster bites and scallop ceviche, perfectly proportioned fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian mains, sweets including cute lemon meringue lollipops and other goodies at the dessert bar, DIY Bellinis and Bloody Marys, and the $698 price tag includes free flow Veuve Clicquot. Not too shabby, with a pleasing outdoor terrace for you to gaze at the 270-degree harbour view. We think you’ll be spending time in Hung Hom real soon…

When:    Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      $698 per person including free flow Veuve Clicquot, $458 for ages 11-17, buffet not available for kids under 11

Book:   2252 5888 or [email protected]

Where:  7/F, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom, Kowloon

 

Zuma

Japanese buffet, $688 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 4s free

Perhaps one of the most talked-about brunches in Hong Kong, and for a reason – the food is fantastic. Browse the buffet of beautifully presented Japanese delicacies (including a good selection of maki, nigiri and sashimi) that runs the length of the restaurant, ensuring the line is never long. Diners may choose to order a main course (some have supplementary charges) such as their signature spicy beef tenderloin marinated in sesame, red chili and sweet soy or miso marinated black cod wrapped in hoba leaf. Alongside the Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV, the free flow package also includes a selection of wines, cold sake, Kirin beer and bloody Mary. They’ve also partnered with Ruinart, the world’s oldest and most premium champagne, to bring an extra level of luxury to their weekend brunch offering.

Read our review of Zuma here.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm (2 hour sittings)

Cost:      $688 with free flow Louis Roederer Brut NV Champagne champagne, cocktails, sake and wine; $548 without alcohol; $1,888 with free flow Louis Roederer Rosé 2011; $200 for children 4-10 years old; free for children 3 and under

Where:  Levels 5 & 6, Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road, Central

Book:    3657 6388 or online here

 

TRi

Balinese, sharing dishes with choice of main, $680 per adult including free flow, beach views, no highchairs available

Here’s something we don’t do very often for brunch – sample Balinese cuisine against a gorgeous backdrop. Located in the The Pulse, Repulse Bay, the jaw-dropping interior is worth the visit alone: eco-inspired furniture and décor made with sustainable materials surrounds you as you nestle into private bamboo cocoons to sample wonderful Indonesian flavours. The Balinese Champagne brunch (there’s also a strictly vegetarian brunch) includes various sharing dishes like fragrant Kerang, wok-fried mussels made with lemongrass sambal, basil oil and lime, and mains like the Gulai Kambing, a braised lamb shank cooked with coconut sauce, watermelon and onion puree. No cheesecake or chocolate fountain for dessert here, but exotic sweets such as the Biji Salak, glutinous sweet potato in a coconut palm sugar broth. Try it, you’ll like it.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 11.30am to 4.00pm

Cost:      $580 per person vegetarian brunch with two hours of free flow G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut NV; $680 per person with two hours of free flow G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut NV; $480 for children under 12 years old.

Where:  Shop 302, 3/F, Lobby C, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay

Book:    2515 0577 or via website

 

Blue – Butcher and Meat Specialist

International / meat specialist semi-buffet, from $680 per adult with free flow, booster seats available, under 11s eat free from starter buffet

The focus on quality meat is consistent at Blue, along with the preparation. Juicy burgers (they do some of the best in the city), hefty cuts of sirloin, t-bone or beef tenderloin, plus salad, seafood and cheese buffet stations are perfect for soaking up the previous night’s shenanigans. For the hair of the dog crowd, there’s endless Champagne and fruity cocktails. Read our review of Blue’s brunch here.

When:     Saturday 12.00pm to 3.00pm; Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm (2 x 2 hour sittings)

Cost:      $390 per adult; add $290 for 2 hour free flow Perrier Jouet NV Champagne, cocktails, wine or beer. The starter buffet is free for under 11s, main courses are $195.

Where:  G/F, 108 Hollywood Road, Central

Book:    2613 9286, or

 

Gaucho

Argentinian steakhouse, shared appetizers, a la carte mains and dessert buffet, $650 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 4s free

A taste of Argentina in Hong Kong grilling up famous Argentinian steaks and award-winning ceviche. Start with a selection of starters to share, including slow-baked back ribs and ceviche. Choose from a selection of four main courses, you can take your steak basted with chimichurri or served with crispy chorizo, or opt for a fish or chicken dish. If you’ve any room left you can hit-up the small but perfectly formed dessert bar. Selected wine, beer, cocktails, spirits and Veuve Clicquot Champagne will be free flowing.

Read our review of brunch at Gaucho here.

And check out our 5 Best Steak Restaurants here.

When:    Saturday and Sunday from 12.00am to 3.30pm

Cost:       Brunch only $400; $500 with soft drinks and selected mocktails; $650 per adult for free flow selected wine, beer, cocktails, spirits and Veuve Clicquot; children 4-12 years old $100 for brunch only; under 4s free

Where:  5th Floor, LHT Tower, 31 Queen’s Road, Central

Book:     2386 8090 or

 

Brasserie on the Eighth at the Conrad

International semi-buffet, $638 per adult with free flow on Saturdays and $838 per adult with free flow on Sundays, highchairs available, harbour views, under 3s free

You won’t know where to start with weekend brunch at Conrad’s Brasserie on the Eighth. There’s a dedicated egg station, sushi and sashimi counter, fresh seafood, endless salads, not to mention assorted entrees and dessert including a live cooking station whipping up a strawberry flambé with bourbon-vanilla ice cream. Kids will be on cloud nine too with their own children’s corner offering the usual children’s favorites. Everyone leaves happy.

On Sundays you can enjoy their international buffet brunch spread across two restaurants: Nicolini’s and Brasserie on the Eighth where each venue serves the same menu at Pacific Bar for seafood on ice, fresh tuna carvings, Italian and French appetizer, live pasta cooking stations and dessert will be spread between the two venues.

When:     Saturday 12.00pm to 3.00pm; Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm

Cost:       Saturday $638 per person for free flow Perrier-Jouët Champagne and select beverages; $398 per child aged 3-11; Sunday $838 per person for free flow Perrier-Jouët Champagne and select beverages; $398 per child aged 3-11.

Where:  8/F, Conrad Hotel, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty

Book:    2521 3838 or Online

 

Nicholini’s at The Conrad

Italian & international, Saturday $638 per adult with free flow, Sunday $838 per adult with free flow, harbour views, highchairs available, under 3s free

This 8th floor restaurant has striking views and offers a choice of two weekend brunches. On Saturdays you can enjoy a Northern Italian feast with platters of homemade pastas and antipasti, seafood and desserts brought to the table, along with a choice of filling main courses. Pair this with free-flowing Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut Champagne, wine, Negroni, draught beer and chilled juices.

On Sundays you can enjoy their international buffet brunch spread across two restaurants: Nicolini’s and Brasserie on the Eighth where each venue serves the same menu at Pacific Bar for seafood on ice, fresh tuna carvings, Italian and French appetizer, live pasta cooking stations and dessert will be spread between the two venues.

When:    Saturday 12.00pm to 3.00pm; Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm

Cost:       Saturday Italian brunch $638 for adult per adult including free flow champagne and $318 per child; Sunday international buffet brunch $838 for free flow alcohol, $728 for food only and $358 per child aged 3-11.

Where:  8/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty

Book:    2521 3838 or online

 

Hutong

Chinese semi-buffet, $628 per adult with free flow, children under 12 eat from the buffet for free, harbour views, no highchairs available, under 12s free

Enjoy stunning harbour views while devouring Hutong’s Feng Wei Brunch: brunch lovers can indulge in plate after plate of appetisers, dim sum, hot dishes and sweet desserts which all reflect Chinese customs and are perfect for family-style sharing. The menu includes five authentic Northern Chinese hot dishes such as the ever-popular Red Lantern soft-shell crab which is served in an old-style Chinese gift basket. Finish your meal with a selection from their sweet specialties which include Matcha tea glutinous rice balls filled with sweet potato. For an extra special treat, brunch is accompanied by a variety of Hong Kong and Chinese live entertainment.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 12.00 to 3.00 pm

Cost:      $428 for food only; $628 for free-flow Veuve Cliquot, Champagne and cocktails. Complimentary buffet for children under 12 years old.

Where: 28/F, One Peking, Tsim Sha Tsui

Book:   3428 8342 or online

 

Seasons

French semi-buffet, from $626 per adult with free flow, large outdoor terrace, highchairs available, under 3s free

Ooh la la, Seasons is doing brunch and we couldn’t be happier, as we’re already big fans of their splendid Parisian afternoon tea. French cheese is of course on the menu, as is beef tartare, eggs done to your liking, a lush seafood buffet full of all the good stuff – lobster, oysters, prawns and some truly large crab legs – and meaty main courses. They don’t skimp on the sweets either, as what would a French brunch be without buttery tarts and pastries?

When:    Sunday 11.30am to 3.30pm

Cost:       $548 per adult; $348 per child 3 to 12 years old; add $190 for free flow Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin Champagne and self-service wine and beer bar.

Where:  Shop 308, 3/F, Lee Gardens Two, 28 Yun Ping Road, Causeway Bay

Book:     2505 6228 or

 

Free Flow Brunch for Under $600

The Pawn

Modern British a la carte sharing plates, from $598 per adult with free flow, kids menu available, highchairs available, kids playroom, under 12s free (one per paying adult)

They had us at ‘unlimited dessert platter’. As if we needed another reason to visit The Pawn, which consistently serves satisfying dishes that don’t try too hard but are still incredible. Start with healthy sharing bowls of zero fat Greek yogurt with fresh raspberry jam and homemade granola, mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, and continue with a traditional English roast with USDA beef, Yorkshire pudding, roasted potatoes and green beans, pasta, quiche, sandwiches and chicken skewers. Kids have their own brunch menu too! We try not to stuff ourselves too much as we wouldn’t skip the pudding for anything, which rotates regularly, so you’ll never get bored.

When:    Saturday and public holidays 12.00 to 2.00pm (free flow ends at 2.30pm); Sundays all day from 11.30am to 10.00 pm (a a carte available from 6pm onwards)

Cost:      $498 per person with free flow soft drinks, orange juice and smoothies; $598 per person with free flow Moët & Chandon Rosé Imperial, Bloody Mary, cider, soft drinks, red and white wines, beer, smoothies, orange juice, bottled water, coffee and tea; add $50 to add Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial; Children aged 12 and under eat for free (one child per adult); additional children $248 per person.

Where:  62 Johnston Road, Wan Chai

Book:    2866 3444 or

 

Aqua & Armani/Aqua

Japanese and Italian, sharing platters, from $598 per adult with free flow, outstanding harbour views (at Aqua in TST), kids play corner (at Armani/Aqua in Central), highchairs available, under 5s free

Indulge yourself in Aqua’s trademark, delicious, Japanese and Italian cuisine, whilst soaking in the unbeatable Victoria Harbour views. Their latest ‘Because Brunch’ innovation is all about sharing. Get in the mood with a Colossal Share Cocktail of Aqua’s signature fruity mixes, served in golden goblets. The sharing theme continues with the food, and the star of the show is the mouthwatering mix of two Japanese and two Italian main courses brought to the table for the whole crew to tuck into. You can enjoy limitless freshly prepared cocktails, prosecco, wine, beer and sake, or pay a bit more for bottomless champagne. If you want to bring the kids, head for Armani/Aqua in Chater House where you can indulge in the same Japanese/Italian brunch and there is a play area here to keep them entertained while you chill! Sometimes it’s hard to know when to finish brunch, and if it’s one of those days you can continue on at Armani/Privé’s after-brunch party from 4pm-7pm with free flow for $250.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      $598 per adult including limitless cocktails, beer, wine, sake, prosecco and Veuve Cliquot Champagne, there are more expensive food options on the menu; $498 per adult for brunch only; $198 per child aged 5 to 12; under 5s are free

Where:  Aqua – 29/30 F, One Peking, Tsim Sha Tsui

Book:     3427 2288 or online 

Where:  Armani/Aqua, 2/F, Landmark Chater (Chater House), 8 Connaught Road, Central

Book:     3583 2828 or online

 

Wooloomooloo Prime (TST)

Steakhouse, set menu, $598 per adult with free flow, stunning harbour views, outdoor area, highchairs available, under 10s free on Saturdays (one per paying adult)

This is the place for those who love a view. Dig into their BARvellous Brunch where guests can sip on their favourite tipple from a crafted selection paired with classic brunch sweet and savoury delicacies. The four-course menu starts with a choice of appetizers from Crab Cake with quail egg to Duo of Salmon Tartar, freshly Shucked Oysters or the signature Wooloomooloo Salad. Follow it with a luscious soup and then move on to the main course which is a choice from a selected range of ‘Chef’s Specials’ of a rotating menu including fish or al dente pasta dishes or traditional must-have breakfast items. Dessert, with coffee or tea and choices including Creme Brûlée, Chocolate Mille Crepe Cake, and a farmhouse cheese plate.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00 to 3.00pm

Cost:      $398 per person for 4 courses; $498 for 4 courses and 2 hours of free juice and sodas; $598 for 4 courses and free-flow Gin and Tonics, sparkling Prosecco, Twinwoods Margaret River wine and Carlsberg Draught beer, $698 to add free-flow martinis, $ $98 for children up to 10 years old (served with one juice or soft drink); free for children up to 10 years old (per full paying adult) on Saturdays.

Where:  Level 21 The ONE, 100 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Book:     2870 0087 or

 

Kaum at Potato Head

Indonesian, unlimited sharing plates, $593 per adult with free flow, kids menu, highchairs available

Located in Potato Head’s multi-purpose Sai Ying Pun space is Kaum, home to Indonesian cuisine and a beautiful weekend brunch. The setting is intricate and authentic – stunning decor, including an exquisite wooden ceiling with panels handmade by artisans of the Toraja tribe in South Sulawesi – and the food is fragrant and colourful. The Balinese-inspired dishes come in small sharing plates, but you’ll have a chance to taste a variety as they’re unlimited. There’s also a main course to choose from, like the sumptuous nasa goreng udang (fried rice with prawns, basil leaves, smoked red chili paste, Bangka shrimp paste) and a choice of dessert. Stick around after brunch for Sunday Circle with music, visiting international DJs, kids’ workshops and bar specials.

When:     Saturday and Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm

Cost:       $398 per person;  free flow Veuve Clicquot Champagne, cocktails, red or white wine and soft drinks add $195 for 2 hours or $295 for 3 hours; kids menu available for under 8s at $60 per head

Where:   G/F, 100 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun

Book:      2858 6066 or [email protected]

 

Uma Nota

Brazilian – Japanese street food, $580 per adult with free flow, no high chairs available

Another fusion restaurant to make the scene, this one introducing Brazilian-Japanese street food to Hong Kong. Uma Nota’s “Brunch da Rua” combines Brazilian starters like octopus salad and yakitori, then serves up the main event of one main course per person like costela de porco (slow cooked ribs in zesty chilli marinade and baby potato salad) or the must-try robalo asado en falho de bananeira (grilled sea bass in banana leaf with fried banana and cassava farofa, a toasted cassava flour mixture). We love that one of the free flow options is caipirinhas and for something different, try a “Shiso Spritz” (shiso umeshu, Prosecco and Aperol), taking it in the relaxed and colourful backdrop of vivid art and cool vibes.

When:    Saturday 12.00pm to 3.30pm

Cost:       $295 per person; add $195 free flow Prosecco, draught beer, homemade sodas, iced tea, soft drinks; add $245 free flow caipirinha, Shiso spritz, red and white wine, draught beer, Prosecco, homemade sodas, iced tea, soft drink (two hours only for either option)

Where:  38 Peel Street, Central

Book:     2889 7576 or [email protected]

 

Mercedes me

International, small plates served at table, $580 per adult with free flow, highchairs available

The stylish lifestyle venue/dining locale is back in its new digs with a fresh focus on brunch. Eschewing the common buffet brunch, small plates are served to you at the table in a bid to reduce food waste (imagine how many scrambled eggs get binned every weekend around the city!). The seasonal tropical fruit bowl makes for a crisp opener, in addition to house-made pastries, cured beef carpaccio with pickled mushrooms, and baby gem leaves paired with pickle relish, fresh dill, herb oil and shallot. Choose from one main course (grilled Australian hanger steak, soft free range scrambled eggs, smashed avocado, soufflé skillet pancakes or BBQ brisket sandwich) then a luscious dessert (compressed golden pineapple with coconut, strawberry ice cream bar or hazelnut praline), plus coffee or tea.

When:    Saturday  12.00pm to 3.00pm and Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm

Cost:      $395 per person; add $185 for two hours of “C-Class” free flow Prosecco Nino Franco Primo Brut NV, Lapostolle Sauvignon Blanc 2017 and Lapostolle Merlot 2017; add $295 for two hours of “S-Class” free flow Champagne Perrier Jouët Grand Brut NV, Karl May Grauburgunder 2017 and Karl May Pinot Noir 2017.

Book:   2598 7080 or [email protected]

Where:  Shop 38 & 40, G/F, 48 Queen’s Road Central

 

TokyoLima

Japanese & Peruvian sharing plates and choice of mains, $578 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, children’s 2 course menu with juice and ice cream $128

You guessed it: expect a mix of Japanese and Peruvian delights from TokyoLima, where brunch is designed for sharing. They’ll serve you small plates to start, including a mix of refreshing Japanese-inspired salads and the Peruvian favourite, lomo saltado, here served taco-style, followed by ceviche and sushi from the ‘Nikkei Raw Bar’, and a choice of hot dish (one per person). Desserts and endless sake, wine, beer, Prosecco and special cocktails cap it all off. And they haven’t forgotten about children – the kids’ menu is one of the most sophisticated we’ve seen – no mini burgers here! How refreshing to mix up your young one’s plate a bit with tuna sushi rolls, soba noodle salad with seaweed tempura, and chicken skewers with garlic confit.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 2.30pm (drinks until 3.00pm)

Cost:       $398 per adult; $128 per child; add $180 for free flow sake, white and red wines, Prosecco, beer and cocktails

Where:  G/F, 18-20 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central

Book:     2811 1152 or

 

Fang Fang

Asian, buffet, $558 per adult with free flow, children’s corner with coloring books, no highchairs available

There was so much we enjoyed about Fang Fang’s pan-Asian Brunch buffet, as we’re suckers for variety. The lavish spread caters to vegetarians and meat eaters alike, and you’ll find your plate overflowing in no time as you sidle along the long buffet table, with stops at “From the Ocean” (juicy oysters), “Green Station” (refreshing salads), “From the Basket” (crispy vegetarian spring rolls), “From the Grill” (sizzling fare on a stick like paneer) and “Tokyo Station” (vegetarian gunkan-maki). Don’t forget to partake in the “Platter to Share” (one portion per person), which includes shredded duck with egg pancake wrap, tenderloin served with truffle mashed sweet potatoes or tender kurobuta belly in an iceberg lettuce wrap.

When:    Saturday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       $398 per person; free for children 10 and under (one child per couple), add $120 for second child; add $50 for non-alcoholic beverage package of flavoured iced teas and soft drinks; add $160 for premium beverage package of free flow alcoholic iced tea station, Bloody Mary station, rhubarb and peach Bellini, selected Champagne, wines and sake

Where:  8/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central

Book:     2983 9083 or or

 

Dragon-I

Unlimited dim sum, from $550 per adult with free flow, children 3-11 years old $128; highchairs available

Forget eggs Benedict when you can have all-you-can-seat dim sum for brunch! Those bamboo baskets of freshly made Cantonese goodness come steaming hot and filled with the usual favourites like pork dumplings, steamed rice flour rolls and crispy spring rolls, some of the best in town. Pair it all with free flowing Moët & Chandon Ice Impérial for a tipsy Saturday afternoon treat.

When:    Saturday 12.00pm to 3.30pm

Cost:       $550 per person including free flow Moët Ice Impérial, house beers, spirits and wines; children 3-11 $128, under 3s free

Where:  60 Wyndham Street, Central

Book:     3110 1222 or [email protected]

 

SKYE at Park Lane

French Contemporary, From $550 per adult with free flow, Four- course set menu, unlimited desserts, Harbour views

Beautiful brunch with an equally gorgeous view awaits you on weekends at SKYE rooftop bar, with Victoria Harbour and Victoria Park in the background as your dining companion. Tuck into a four-course menu and unlimited dessert options, presented to you on an elegant trolley, afternoon-tea style. It’s a nicely-priced $550 a head, which includes free flow Prosecco, but you can opt to splurge on the good stuff –Perrier-Jouët Champagne – for a bit extra.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 11.30am to 2.30pm

Cost:      $550 per person includes free flow La Moscheta Prosecco Extra Dry NV, soft drinks and freshly squeezed juices; add $200 for Perrier-Jouët Grande Brut NV

Book:   2839 3327 or [email protected]

Where:  310 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay

 

Porterhouse

Contemporary steakhouse, semi-buffet, from $548 per adult with free flow

If you wake up on the weekend with a craving for meat, go to Porterhouse for brunch. Tuck into nostalgic Italian bites at the Antipasti Buffet with more than 10 different types of Antipasti to pile your plates with. Carnivores will flock to the generous offerings at the carving station, which presents succulent Roast French Chicken, delightfully crispy-skinned Spanish Iberico Suckling Pig, and the star of the show, a Rangers Valley Wagyu Rib-Eye Roast Beef. At the Seafood Station, guests can slurp their fill of six types of internationally-sourced seafood including juicy, French Oysters.  For fans of more traditional brunch dishes, additional main courses are available at a supplemental price. Really go all out and get one of their family sharing dishes of either a 34oz porterhouse or 34oz tomahawk steak served with fries.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 2.30pm

Cost:       $428 per person for buffet, carving station, seafood bar and dessert bar (main course add $68 or $118, family sharing dishes add $1288 or $1538); add $150 (for two hours) or $250 (until 3:30 pm) for free flow prosecco, red & white wine, beer and 2 types of cocktails; add $280 (for 2 hours) or $480 (until 3:30 pm) for free-flow champagne, red and white wine, beer and four types of cocktails including Porterhouse Mary & barrel-aged Negroni.

Where:  7/F California Tower, 30-36 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong

Book:    2522 6366 or

 

Spasso

Italian semi-buffet, from $536 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating with harbour views, highchairs available, under 6s free

Offering Italian antipasti, fresh seafood, free flow champagne and a large open plan restaurant, brunch at Spasso is a special affair. The outdoor dining area provides lovely sea views for you to indulge in lobster, prawns and oysters, and all the antipasti you could imagine just to get you started.  Then choose your main from the selection of pasta, fish and meat options and finish off with a huge dessert platter of fruit and ice cream.

Read a review of Spasso here.

When:    Sunday 11.30am to 3.30pm

Cost:       $368 with a risotto or pasta main course; $398 with meat or fish main course; $438 for chef’s signature main course. Children under 6 years old eat free (with ice cream treats); $228 per child aged 6-12 years old including pasta or risotto main. Two hour free flow wines for an extra $168 and up.

Where:   Spasso, G5-8, 12-17, Empire Centre, 68 Mody Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui East

Book:     2730 8027 or

 

Olé

Spanish, set menu with selection of tapas, free flow mains and a choice of desserts, from $530 per adult with free flow, booster seats available, under 4s free

Tucked away on Ice House Street, Olé has an authentic Spanish ambience and chef Jesus Pascual serves up delicious and genuine Spanish flavours. Linger over a laid-back brunch starting with twelve tapas dishes, including sautéed chorizo with garlic and chives and deep-fried Spanish padron peppers. For mains enjoy a free flow of roasted suckling pig and paella, and save some room for a choice of desserts. A Spanish guitar duo tour the tables to entertain you as the free flow cava and sangria helps you forget all your worries until mañana.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       Set brunch menu $380 per adult; $228 per child aged 4-9; add $88 for 2 hours of free-flow juice and soft drinks; add $150 for 2 hours free flow sangria and cava; add $188 for 2 hours of free-flow sangria, cava, red (Sierramonte, Tempranillo) and white (Palacio, Verdejo)

Where:  1/F, Shun Ho Tower, 24-30 Ice House Street, Central

Book:     2523 8624

 

The Optimist

Spanish semi-buffet, $528 per adult with free flow, highchairs available

Brunch with a Spanish twist in a beautifully decorated venue presented to you by the guys behind Pirata. The Asador-inspired (Spanish grill) restaurant delivers brunch on platters packed with starters like mushroom croquettes and huevos rotos (Iberian ham, potatoes, chorizo and eggs). Main courses are one per person like their generous seafood rice (with mussels, clams, prawns and squid) or chateaubriand (feeds two and costs an extra $68 per person). Wrap it up with something sweet from the chef’s dessert selection and free flow booze (Prosecco, sangria, white and red wine and bottled Estrella beer).

When:     Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 12.00pm to 2.30pm

Cost:       $348 per person; add $180 for free flow Prosecco, sangria, white and red wine and bottled Estrella beer

Where:   G/F, 239 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai

Book:      2433 3324 or

 

Komune

South American inspired semi-buffet, $526 per adult with free flow

The Ovolo Southside hotel in Wong Chuk Hang is the scene for this inexpensive and simple brunch, with free flow to boot. Michelin chef El Palanca, otherwise known as Alvaro Ramos, offers up a tantalizing brunch with South American and local influences: the buffet has assorted fresh bread, cold cuts and cheese, and the starters and mains (choose one per person) run the gamut from octopus in paprika hummus and pomegranate, to French toast with fried chicken. A nice after-brunch treat is in store, as you can extend your two hour free flow fun for a discounted cost and enjoy drinks on the cool rooftop at Above by Komune.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      $268 per person; add $258 for two hours of classic free flow Chandon Brut, house red and white wines, beer and cocktails; add $358 for two hours of premium free flow Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, Longview Shiraz-Cabernet, Pale Cloud Sauvignon Blanc, Lowry Pass Chenin Blanc, beer and cocktails; add $128 for two additional hours of classic free flow at Above; add $178 for two additional hours of premium free flow at Above

Book:   3460 8157 or [email protected]

Where:  Ovolo Southside, 64 Wong Chuk Hang Road

 

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Al Molo

Italian semi-buffet, $506 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating, ground floor harbour views, highchairs available, $180 per child aged 3-11, under 3s free

This Italian restaurant at Harbour City offers the same amazing view of Victoria Harbour and a fabulous brunch menu. You can sit indoors or on the outdoor terrace as you gorge on chef Michael White’s delicacies. You are spoilt for choice with high quality cold cuts, cheeses, salads, mains. Highchairs offered for little ones.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 4.00 pm

Cost:      $348 including tea or coffee, or add $158 per person for free flowing Prosecco, white or red wine and soft drinks. A salad-only brunch is available which excludes the main course and is $270 for adults and $180 for children aged 3-11, excluding drinks.

Where:  Shop G63, G/F, Ocean Terminal, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Book:    2730 7900 or

 

Gia Trattoria

Italian, buffet or a la carte, $506 per adult for buffet with free flow, Victoria Harbour views, kids menu available, highchairs available, under 5s free 

Gia Trattoria is a bit off the beaten path (at Fenwick Pier, like Quayside featured above) but offers a weekend brunch featuring classic Italian comfort food with various starters and a choice of main course and dessert.  The ingredients here are carefully sourced from boutique farms and wineries to be not only delicious but also as eco-friendly as possible. Enjoy friendly service and views over Victoria Harbour while you dine.  The dining room is relatively small compared to other popular brunch spots, alleviating some of the feeling of chaos often associated with brunch.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 12.00pm to 3.00 pm

Cost:      $338 per person for a choice of appetizer, main , dessert, coffee/tea or $278 for buffet only featuring an assortment of charcuterie, salads and cheeses; $168 for a 2 hour free flow of Prosecco or Peroni draft beer; $168 per child for buffet, main from the kids menu and 2 scoops of gelato; $88 per child for buffet only; free per child under 5 years old for buffet and one main from kids menu.

Where:  1/F, Fleet Arcade, Fenwick Pier, 1 Lung King Street, Wan Chai

Book:     2511 8081 or

 

Casa Lisboa

Portuguese, eight-course brunch, $500 per adult with free flow juice, lime soda, soft drinks, sangria and Vinho Verde, kids ages 4-9 $210, under 4s free

A taste of Portugal in Hong Kong, and you don’t have to hop across the water to Macau. Casa Lisboa has a revamped eight-course brunch menu to go with its new locale at Parekh House. At $350 a head, it’s an excellent deal, offering all the classics of Portuguese cuisine like bacalhau à brás (salted cod with thinly-sliced fried potatoes, onions and eggs) and leitão assado à bairrada (suckling pig). New executive chef Fábio Pombo has many other luscious creations up his sleeve, like Casa Lisboa’s version of the famed Porto sandwich francesinha, filled with pork and draped in cheese and thick tomato sauce. All of the above goes nicely with a cool glass of Vinho Verde, a Portuguese white wine with a hint of effervescent.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 3.00pm (last order 2.30pm)

Cost:       $350 per adult; $210 per child aged 4-9; add $88 for 2 hours free flow juice, soft drinks and fresh lime soda; add $150 for 2 hours free flow juice, soft drinks, fresh lime soda, sangria and Vinho Verde; add $188 for 2 hours free flow juice, soft drinks, fresh lime soda, sangria, Vinho Verde, house red, white and sparkling wine

Where:  2/F Parekh House, 63 Wyndham Street, Central

Book:     2905 1168

 

Braza

Brazilian Churrascaria (steakhouse/barbecue) semi-buffet, $498 per adult with free flow, kids under 10 eat free, booster seats available

Imagine sitting for a few hours while people walk around and feed you endless portions of succulent meat. That’s what happens at Braza’s Brazilian churrasco (barbecue) brunch. The tender, grilled meat is brought to you on skewers and the friendly staff will deliver portions right to your table. Servings are not just limited to beef – there’s chicken and pork too which can be paired with salads and Brazilian speciality starters, side dishes and free flow booze.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00 to 3.00pm

Cost:      $278 per person; add $128 for 2 hours of free flow homemade lemonades, fresh juice and soft drinks; $220 for 2 hours of classic lemon-orange and berries Caipirinhas, beer and house wines; $268 for 2 hours of all Caipirinhas, signature Latin cocktails, beers selection, house wines and non-alcoholic beverages. Kids under 10 eat free

Where:  3/F, Grand Progress Building, No.15-16 Lan Kwai Fong

Book:   2890 9268

 

Ciao Chow

Italian, buffet, $496 per adult for buffet with free flow Prosecco, Champagne, wine, cocktails and beer; free for under 10s (one child per adult)

The atmosphere at Ciao Chow is a convivial one, with an open kitchen and communal tables for lively chatter among friends, but more importantly, eating! There’s a delicious antipasti buffet and unlimited pizza – they’re known for their authentic Neapolitan pizza, which happens to be certified, the only pizzeria in Hong Kong to hold the AVPN (Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana) distinction. Turns out you can’t just use any old ingredients to make a true Neapolitan pizza, and Ciao Chow delivers (the flour, San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, extra-virgin olive oil and the oven its made in all adhere to strict standards). For those wanting to branch out from pizza, there’s also plenty of pasta plates and a scrumptious spread of wagyu beef, pork loin and the classic Italian dish pollo alla cacciatora. Beer buffs will delight in the 25 choices on tap, while cocktail aficionados will love the Negroni and Aperol Spritz, among others, on offer.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 3.00 pm

Cost:       $298 per person; add $198 per person for free flow Prosecco, Champagne, wine, cocktails and beer; free for children 10 and under (one child per adult)

Where:  G/F, California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar Street, Central

Book:     2344 0005 or

 

Picada

Latin American, $496 per adult with free flow

Picada’s five-course Latin American-inspired brunch has multiple vegan and gluten-free options, so this is a good one to check out when you’ve got picky eaters in tow. Whether you have food sensitivities or not, the Colombian empanada is a wonderful deep-fried pocket of goodness stuffed with chicken, beef or mushroom that also happens to be 100% gluten free.  There’s bigger plates too, like the signature Chicken a la Brasa (baked chicken rotisserie served with truffle fries and salad) or the green veggie paella (garlic rice, green coriander and spinach sauce with mixed vegetables). Dessert changes daily for the adults, but kids can always look forward to churros with chocolate and Dulce de Leche sauce and fresh berries.

Read our review of Picada’s new menu here.

When:    Saturdays and Sundays 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:      $298 per adult; $98 per child; add $198 for three hours of free flow house mixers, juices, sodas, house red and white wine, Carlsberg and Kronenbourg draft, margaritas, mojitos, mimosas

Book:   3425 4037 or [email protected]

Where:  2/F, LKF29, 29 Wyndham Street, Central

 

Lily & Bloom

American semi-buffet, $495 per adult with free flow, kids play area, kids menu, highchairs available, $155 per child aged 4-11, under 4s free

Lily & Bloom’s ‘All American’ brunch promises American diner classics with a modern twist. First tuck into a tasty appetiser buffet or try the made-to-order omelette station, but be sure to save some room because the table-service brunch dishes (choose one) are hearty and plentiful. It’s a family friendly affair and kids will love their choices like fun mini French toast sticks with whipped cream and maple syrup. There’s also a kids’ corner to  keep the young diners happy whilst mum and dad sip their free flow booze. The last Sunday of every month Lily & Bloom will host its newest series of blackout hip hop party brunches inspired by New York City’s legendary weekend brunch fiestas.

Read a review of Lily & Bloom’s brunch here.

When:    Saturday and Sunday from 11.00am to 4.00pm.

Cost:      $495 for adults with free flow cocktails, beer, tea coffee, juice; add $100 for free-flow Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut, house red and white wine; $120 for add-on of six pieces freshly-shucked oysters; buffet $155 children 4-11. Kids under 4 eat free. A la carte and kids a la carte also available.

Where:  33 Wyndham Street, Central

Book:    2810 6166 or

 

Rummin’ Tings

Jamaican-style all you can eat, $486 per adult for with free flow

You were probably here the night before enjoying the rum and live music, so why not head back for brunch? Because when it’s all you can eat Jamaican-style grub, like jerk grilled pork loin, spicy and sweet Jamaican meatballs and pancakes topped with fresh pineapple and coconut ice cream, how can one resist? Add on some a la carte picks like freshly-baked beef or veggie Jamaican patties, cassava chips or corn crab cakes, plus one of three free flow  options, including a one litre pitcher of Caribbean Pimm’s.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Cost:      $338 per person all you can eat; a la carte from $30; add $148 for two hours of free flow house wine, beer and cocktails; add $218 for two hours of free flow sparkling and house wine, beer and cocktails; add $148 for 1L pitcher of Caribbean Pimm’s.

Where:  28 Hollywood Road, Central

Book:   2523 7070, [email protected] or

 

La Paloma

Casual Spanish brunch, $486 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 8s free

Budget-friendly and the kind of place where you can stumble in for brunch on Sunday morning wearing jeans and a t-shirt, welcome to La Paloma in hip Sai Ying Pun. Bright, cheery and casual, like the ‘chiringuito’ beach bars in Spain it’s modelled after, the weekend brunch is just $288 per head for all-you-can-eat paella and crispy suckling pig, with some light tapas thrown in. Word on the street is the best part comes later, when cinnamon and sugar-dusted churros are served warm with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce for dipping.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       $288 per person; add $208 for free flow Cava, Sangria, wine and beer

Where:  1/F, 189 Queen’s Road West (entrance on Wilmer Street)

Book:     2291 6161 or

 

12,000 Francs

Modern European, $480 per adult with free flow Prosecco and wine, children 5-11 $150, 4s and under free

The handsome Soho restaurant with Executive chef Conor Beach at the helm delivers a brunch of beautifully-presented food with pleasant service that won’t empty your wallet. They start you off small with some freshly-baked doughnuts (warm, sugary joy), and on the savoury end, some Serrano ham or kimchi soft boiled eggs. A main course option of the wagyu beef house cheeseburger with pastrami, BBQ sauce, reblochon, spicy kraut salsa, aioli and sweet potato chips will the hit the spot for very hungry bellies, while the pan fried red snapper with roasted potatoes, almonds and cabbage keeps things a tad lighter. Younger ones get their fair share of good eats from the kids’ menu like pizza and burgers, plus their own choice of novel (non-alcoholic, obviously) drinks, and parents will love the free flowing fizz.

When:    Saturday and Sunday first sitting 11.30am, second sitting 1.30pm

Cost:       $290 per person; $150 per child aged 5 to 11; add $190 for free flow Prosecco and wine or $290 for free flow Champagne, cocktails and wine (1 hour 45 minutes only)

Where:  43A Elgin Street, Elgin Building, Central

Book:     2529 3100 or [email protected]

 

Pirata

Italian semi-buffet, $478 per adult with free flow, $98 kids menu available, booster seats available

Comforting Italian food made from simple recipes with fresh ingredients is Pirata’s philosophy and they stay true to this theme when it comes to their weekend brunch too. Start off at the cold station buffet and delve into salads, cold cuts, roast beef and cheese. The asparagus flan appetizer is heavenly (asparagus, egg, cream, parmesan cheese fondue) as are the famous M.M.M (My Mamma’s Meatballs), but save room for mains like tagliatelle with summer black truffle, or for $48 extra per person, go for the flank steak tagliata or fresh fish of the day. Read our review of Pirata’s brunch here.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00 to 3.00 pm

Cost:      $298 per person; add $180 for free flow Prosecco, red and white wine, Peroni, peach Bellini and bartender’s weekly special; $98 kids menu available

Where:  29/30F, 239 Hennessy road, Wanchai, Hong Kong

Book:    2887 0270 or

 

Alto

International grill semi-buffet, $476 per adult with free flow, under 6s free, ages 6-12 $168, booster chairs available, stunning views

Fabulous views and a brunch menu of casual and comforting food make Alto an easy choice for weekend brunch, especially if you need to have your avocado toast for breakfast, or prefer to start your day with a gooey cinnamon bun. Chow down on these and other menu items like quiche Florentine or steak and eggs from the 31st floor off V Point Tower in Causeway Bay, boasting some terrific views.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00 pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       $328 per person; add $148 for free flow sparkling, white and red wine, cocktails, juice and soft drinks, kids 6-12 $168, under 6s free.

Where:  31/F, V Point, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay

Book:     2603 7181 or

 

Quayside Harbour Front Restaurant and Bar

International/French semi-buffet, from $446 per adult with free flow, outdoor seating available, kids menu available, highchairs available

Featuring an international menu with distinctive French bistro influences, Quayside has a warm and welcoming interior with high ceilings and is flooded with light. With an outdoor barbecue offering chargrilled mix brochettes as part of their semi-buffet of charcuterie, cheese, salad, soup and dessert, you can add on a choice of mains (eggs benedict, pepperoni pizza, roasted barramundi fillet, herbs marinated half chicken) for $288 or $318 (US beef burger, beef tartare, fresh mussels marinière, Quayside breakfast and charcoal grilled US Rib Eye). Free flow is two hours only for an additional $158. Quayside is family friendly and lends itself very well to relaxed brunches with family and friends, check out the Pétanque ground and while away the afternoon playing this famous French ball game.

Read our review of Quayside brunch here.

When:    Saturday 12.00pm to 3.00 pm and Sunday 11.30 am to 4.00pm; free flow draft Carlsberg beer, Prosecco, red and white wine.

Cost:      $288 or $318 depending on the choice of main course, free flow beer and wine from 12.00pm – 3.00pm $158; kids’ menu available

Where: G/F, Fenwick Pier, Fleet Arcade, 1 Lung King Street, Wan Chai

Book:  2661 6708, or

 

 

MEATS

Western food served sharing style, $428 per adult with free flow, kids menu, high chairs available

This is the place for unfussy folk who want to brunch in shorts and tees, and who love their meat. Food is sharing-style plates of starters like moreish roasted chicken croquettes and sweet corn succotash, and then you and your mates (everyone at the table must participate in the brunch deal) get to choose a main each, which is more appetizing meat plates including the gluttonous “The Works” – smoked pork belly, jalapeno sausage, slow-cooked egg and ugly potatoes. Dessert is coconut cream pie for sharing, but if that doesn’t cut it there’s a la carte options too. Kids are not left out, with a wee menu just for them of chicken schnitzel and fries, mac’n’cheese, or mini burgers and fries with juice and dessert.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 5.30pm

Cost:      $248 per person; $78 per child add $180 for two hours of free flow assorted cocktails

Book:   2711 1812 or [email protected]

Where:  G/F, 28-30 Staunton Street, SoHo, Central

 

Mak Mak

Thai, unlimited dishes from the brunch menu served at your table, from $398 per adult with free flow, highchairs available, under 4s free

Brunch often means knocking elbows with hungry diners at the buffet, patiently waiting as they back away from the charcuterie section. Avoid this by sipping bottomless Thai beers, cocktails or fancy champers as plates of fragrant and delectable Thai food is served straight to your table. Go for the gorgeous (both in flavour and presentation) chicken coconut cream soup or a classic green chicken curry.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 2:30pm

Cost:       $298 per person with free flow Longan Nahm mocktail and soft drinks; $180 per child 4 to 12 years old; add $398 for free-flow Veuve Clicquot, Aperol Spritz and more.

Where:  Shop 217A, 2/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road, Central

Book:     2983 1003 or [email protected]

 

208 Duecento Otto

Italian buffet with additional main course options, from $388 per adult with free flow, kids menu, kids play corner, highchairs available, $208 for children under 12, under 4s free

Set in a former meat storage warehouse on Hollywood Road, 208 Duecento Otto has a casual, trendy feel and pleasant staff helping you indulge in an Italian buffet. Unlimited antipasti, seafood, salad, cheese and dessert will set you back $218 or you can opt for a main to go with the buffet for $348 – choose from many hearty Italian eats like eggplant parmigiana or gnocchi gorgonzola. If you feel like a feast, add a pizza to the mix (additional cost). Slurp it all down with free flow champagne, wine and beer as you loosen your belt.

Read our review of brunch at 208 here. 

When:    Saturday 11.00am to 3.00pm; Sunday 11.00am to 4.00pm

Cost:      $218 per person buffet only; $118 for children under 12 years old; $348 for buffet plus one main course, $218 for children under 12; add $200 for free flow Prosecco, draught Peroni, Aperol Spritz, Bloody Mary, Bellini and wines or upgrade to Veuve Clicquot Champagne for $300.

Where:  208 Hollywood Road, Sai Ying Pun

Book:    2549 0208, [email protected]

 

Ham & Sherry

Spanish Tapas, A la carte $300 for a meat dish and free flow Estrella, Galicia and Cava. 

Hip and vibrant, with a dizzying blue and white tiled decor scheme, Ham & Sherry is a great place for tapas and banter with friends. They boast Asia’s largest sherry collection too, with over 50 varieties this will cost you extra at their weekend brunch, but there’s plenty of free flowing Estrella, Galicia and Cava to warm you. Brunch is a la carte, with eggs, fish and meat dishes to satisfy tapas-loving folk.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Cost:       dishes from $48; add $99 for free flow Cava (two hours only)

Where:  1-7 Ship Street, Wan Chai

Book:     2555 0628 or [email protected]

 

Linguini Fini

Italian, a la carte, $297 for buffet appetizers, a main and free flow

A popular Soho haunt for affordable and tasty Italian fare, Linguini Fini also do a molto bene brunch. It’s boozy and bountiful, with an assortment of antipasti, fresh seafood buffet (featuring cod ceviche and something we don’t often see – whelks), pasta, pizza, and free-pour Peroni. Fans of bubbles can opt for the unlimited Prosecco and spicy palates will adore the build-your-own Bloody Mary station.

When:    Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Cost:       dishes from $99; add $99 for buffet to any order of pasta, two slices of daily pizza special, secondi or grilled pizza wrap; add $199 for antipasti and fresh seafood buffet; add $99 for free flow Prosecco or Peroni; $99 for build-your-own Bloody Mary station

Where:  49 Elgin Street, Central

Book:     2387 6338 or [email protected]

 

Mrs. Pound

Asian, a la carte, from $240 per person for one main and free flow, no high chairs 

No longer a secret, most Hong Kongers now know what lurks behind the old stamp shop on Pound Lane – a really cool restaurant with some of the most eclectic dishes we’ve had in town (rendang poutine anyone?). While the latter doesn’t feature on the brunch menu, no worries, as there’s plenty of other alluring combinations. A la carte options like ricotta pancakes with maple syrup and whipped butter or Chiang Mai spicy sausage and scrambled eggs will satiate hungry eaters, or take the avocado smash with a poached egg on toast for something less filling. It all pairs nicely with the unlimited booze, particularly the build-your-own Bloody Marys.

When:    Saturday and Sunday 12.00pm to 3.00 pm

Cost:     mains start at $90; add $150 for free flow house red, white, Prosecco, Bellini, mimosa; add $110 for Bloody Mary station

Where:  G/F Ming Fat House, 6 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan

Book:    3426 3949 or [email protected]

 

Beef & Liberty

American (especially burgers), from $136 including a main and one hour of free flow, kids set, highchairs available

Finally, a brunch that you don’t have to crawl out of bed for after a heavy outing the night before. Beef & Liberty doles out great grub all day long, and not just the burgers they’re famous for. Light bites like flaky croissants and yoghurt and berries are on offer, plus more filling options like bacon and egg rolls, along with their famous English Breakfast with toasted sourdough, English sausage and the usual fixings.

When:    Saturday and Sunday all day from 11:30am

Cost:       dishes from $28; add $108 for 1 hour free flow or $178 for 2 hours free flow house red and white wine, Prosecco, Bloody Mary, Estrella draught and soft drinks (until 3.00pm only); kid Cheese Burger Set served with a half portion of Liberty Fries and a half portion of House Green Salad for $88.

Where:  3/F California Tower, 30-32 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong; Star Street Precinct, 2/F, 23 Wing Fung Street, Wan Chai; G04, G/F, 23 Carmel Road Stanley Plaza, Stanley

Book:    2450 5778 (LKF); 2811 3009 (Wan Chai); 2563 2798 (Stanley) or [email protected] or

 

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