Central and Western District
Argentinian Chef Agustin Ferrando Balbi – you know him from HAKU – has opened Andō, his first solo restaurant launched in partnership with JIA Group. The name Andō comes from Balbi’s Latin surname, Ferrando; Andō in Japanese also means a sense of contentment, while in Spanish, it is the equivalent of ‘-ing,’ to describe the
Although we were sad to see the Central and Poho MANA! locations close down, we’re all for its newest location on Staunton Street, just beside the escalators. This new location serves up all your MANA! favourites, including their signature flats, pre-made salads, burgers, and vegan cookies, alongside a range of new additions to the menu.
ZS Hospitality (the guys behind Miss Lee, Lee Lo Mei, Moi Moi, and more) has recently launched a new Korean restaurant. In collaboration with Mingoo Kang of Seoul’s Mingles, ranked 13 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, Hansik Goo takes inspiration from family-style dining; infusing creativity with traditional Korean flavours. For the time being, Hansik Goo
The Wagyumafia family is expanding and has just opened Yakinifumafia in Sheung Wan. Redefining the age-old Japanese technique of grilling meat over fire, Yakinifumafia Hong Kong is a celebration of sustainably raised single breed wagyu and cutting-edge butchery techniques. Unlike members-only Wagyumafia, Yakinifumafia will be open to the public, with reservations opening on the 15th
Having recently moved locations to K11 Musea, yè shanghai still offers diners a taste of Shanghai, blended with Western elements and tastes of Hong Kong. This new location boasts stunning views of Victoria Harbour set across two floors, and will also be adding a new dim sum menu along with other new a la carte
Set to open on July 7th, one of our favourite pizza joints in Hong Kong is opening another shop in Wan Chai. Pizza Project, another one of Pirata Group’s success stories, opened earlier this year in Central to much hype. Unlike many other restaurants in Hong Kong, this hype has lasted, with crowds and queues
Well-known tapas bar, 22 Ships, has reopened on Ship Street with a fresh new look and culinary direction under the helm of Chef Antonio Oviedo. Presented in a simple yet bold manner, the new 22 Ships menu includes a range of multi-regional tapas, together with quality Chacinas (cold cuts) and Quesos (cheeses), alongside 20+ varieties
Authentic Italian Sai Ying Pun hotspot, LucAle, has enriched its menu with seven new seasonal dishes featuring the finest imported ingredients. LucAle’s coveted pasta menu welcomes a new seafood addition in the form of Black & White Tagliolini with clam jus, scallops, brandy and a quenelle of red Mediterranean prawns – this was our favourite!
Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong will embark on a six-month renovation program beginning in August to upgrade and refresh the dining facilities located on the top floor. The renovation will see Pierre Gagnaire’s Michelin starred restaurant close after 14 years, while Man Wah will be expanded into the space currently occupied by M Bar. Prior to
LANDMARK EATO, the newest food and beverage initiative from Landmark, is set to encourage diners to eat and drink at their 70+ outlets. For its first launch, Landmark is telling diners to forget Fridays: LANDMARK EATO rolls out ‘Thank God It’s Tuesday’ for special deals on food, snacks, and drinks. For the first wave, throughout
Opening right in the heart of Central is Hong Kong’s newest rum bar: The Daily Tot. Taking its name from the Navy tradition of handing out a rum ration to sailors, this new opening is sure to be a summer hit. The man behind the concept is Gerry Olino (from Foxglove and Dr. Fern’s) who
Black Sheep Restaurants have just launched a new teppanyaki restaurant in the heart of Central: Crown Super Deluxe. To really understand the vibe this concept is going for, here’s a quick history lesson: teppanyaki has a history of being both a refined dining experience from Japan as well as an entertaining dining experience in the
Gone are the days when a food court was associated with average cheap eats; BaseHall, Hong Kong’s newest dining destination, brings together a variety of both original and new food and drink vendors. Anticipated openings include Cookie DPT, Co Thanh, Treehouse, and Honbo, alongside a few newcomers like Return of Lamak, Roti Tori from the
Taking over the space of Jalan on Peel Street is a new concept by the same restaurant group: Mamma Always Said. This casual all-day dining (and drinking!) concept includes a broad menu encompassing everything from baked goods and cold drip coffee in the afternoon to salads, sandwiches, pasta, and more into the evening. Mamma Always
Frank’s Italian American is a casual red sauce bar and restaurant offering two unique experiences spread over two floors at the lively junction of Wyndham Street, Arbuthnot Road and Hollywood Road. A new expanded, rotating Bar Menu offers up delicious snacks best enjoyed alongside a Frank’s craft cocktail. The upstairs dining room serves up Frank’s
Draft Land is the first ‘cocktails on tap’ bar concept in Hong Kong. First opened by Taiwanese drink maestro, Angus Zou, in Taipei to high acclaim, they have brought their second outlet to Wyndham Street in Central, Hong Kong. The bar is meant to appeal to those people who wish for a simple, no-frills experience
The ThirtySix Bar & Co is a cocktail bar that marries the glamour of the Art Deco era with the simplicity of a drink that defined the early cocktail era. Arriving guests are welcomed by a spectacular, glass-encased display that tells the journey of whisky as it matures in the cask. With a collection of
Dolma Waxing Boutique offers Brazilian bikini waxing, body waxing, eyebrow threading and eyelash tinting. Dolma has over 20 years of experience in the waxing business and takes great pride in offering hygienic and high standard waxing services. Their products are premium quality and affordable. they also take pride in the fact that they never do