If you have been looking for somewhere new to eat, Hong Kong’s new restaurant openings include a strong wave of overseas restaurant brands. Alongside the highly anticipated Bangkok boat noodle chain ThongSmith, there are also Singapore’s Boon Tong Kee, Phuket favourite Ning Kee, Taipei’s OOOO Waffle and Manila-born Pocofino, all making their debut in the city.
Another major opening is Terrace Boulud, the French brasserie created by French chef Daniel Boulud in partnership with Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, that takes over the rooftop of Prince’s Building.
Boon Tong Kee — New Singaporean Chicken Rice Spot in Causeway Bay
The famed Singaporean restaurant Boon Tong Kee is most famous for its Hainanese chicken rice, and they has opened its first Hong Kong branch in Causeway Bay. Founded in 1979, the long-running brand is loved for its tender poached chicken, fragrant chicken rice, and signature house-made sauces. The menu also features popular Singaporean dishes such as prawn toast and crispy tofu, bringing the traditional taste of Singapore to the city.
Type: Singaporean
Price range: $–$$
Location: Shop 4, G/F, V Point, 18 Tin Lung Street, Causeway Bay
Contact: Instagram
Happy Samurai — New Plant-Based Ramen Spot in Central
Happy Samurai is a compact ramen shop on Wellington Street that specialises in Hokkaido‑style ramen made from a proprietary 80‑year‑old family recipe. The menu focuses on plant‑based broths, with signature bowls including creamy tonkotsu, savoury shoyu and spicy tantan, all served with toppings such as egg and spring onion. Alongside ramen, the restaurant offers donburi, bao and curry rice for a quick Japanese‑style meal.
Type: Japanese ramen / plant‑based ramen
Price range: $$
Location: Shop A, G/F, 51 Wellington Street, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram
Ning Kee — New Southern Thai Restaurant in Jordan
The Michelin‑recommended Phuket favourite opens in Jordan with a focus on authentic southern Thai-style braised pork knuckle rice, where the pork is slow‑simmered until tender and served with fragrant rice, and rich khao soi noodles in a creamy coconut‑infused curry broth. The concise menu highlights classic southern Thai comfort food using time‑tested family recipes and regional Thai ingredients.
Type: Thai
Price range: $$
Location: 13–15 Man Wai Street, Jordan, Hong Kong
Contact: Instagram
OOOO Waffle — New Korean-Style Waffle Shop in Central
OOOO Waffle brings a Korean‑style waffle concept from Taipei to Central, serving crispy‑yet‑chewy waffles filled with whipped cream and creative toppings. Signature items include the Chocolate Overload, Pistachio Courtier and savoury Seoul‑style pork belly waffle, as well as handheld “O waffle” sticks and frozen waffle‑sandwich “icy sando” options. The retro‑inspired interior accommodates a small number of seated guests.
Type: Taiwanese–Korean dessert / waffle shop
Price range: $
Location: G/F, 45 Gough Street, Central
Contact: Instagram
Pocofino — New Neapolitan‑style pizzeria in Wan Chai
Pocofino, a Manila‑born pizzeria, opens its first Hong Kong outpost in Wan Chai, specialising in AVPN‑certified Neapolitan pizza and creative fried pizza (pizza fritta). The dough is fermented for 24 hours and baked in a 485°C wood‑fired oven, yielding a soft, airy base with a lightly charred, blistered crust. Signature pies include Carbonara, Margherita and Diavola, while the pizza fritta line features sweet fillings such as egg tart and durian and savoury options like hot pot beef mala and Margherita. The menu also extends to paninis, desserts and iced drinks.
Type: Neapolitan pizza
Price range: $–$$
Location: G/F, 8 Ship Street, Wan Chai
Contact: Instagram
Punjab Warriors — New Indian Chophouse in Central
Occupying a former TokyoLima site on Lyndhurst Terrace, Punjab Warriors is an Indian “chophouse” brought by the team behind Flat Iron that fuses premium grilled meats with classic tandoori cooking. The signature dishes include 1kg T‑bone and 1.2kg Tomahawk steaks, plus standout items like Wagyu beef shin and bone marrow dum biryani and tandoori‑style mixed grills. With weekly steak‑night promotions and sports screenings, it positions itself as a social dining destination in Central.
Type: Indian
Price range: $$–$$$
Location: G/F, Car Po Commercial Building, 18–20 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram
Terrace Boulud — New Rooftop French Brasserie in Central
Terrace Boulud is a contemporary French brasserie opened by chef Daniel Boulud in partnership with Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, located at the rooftop of Prince’s Building. The restaurant centres on a seasonal brasserie concept inspired by four culinary “musas”: La Tradition, La Saison, Le Potager and Le Voyage, with Hong Kong itself acting as a fifth muse through the DB x MO Dim Sum series that blends French technique and Cantonese traditions. Signature dishes include Pâté En Croûte, Vol‑Au‑Vent, Poulet and seafood from the raw bar and grill, all served in a circular space that flows from arrival area to bar to dining room to open rooftop terrace.
Type: French brasserie
Price range: $$$$
Location: 25/F, Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Road, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram
The Orient — New Asian‑infused steakhouse in Tsim Sha Tsui
The Orient is a contemporary Asian‑inflected steakhouse at Ocean Terminal Extension, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, offering 180‑degree panoramic views of Victoria Harbour. The restaurant centres on a Spanish Josper grill, using high‑heat charcoal cooking to sear premium cuts of dry‑aged beef, jet‑fresh seafood and other produce, locking in juices and amplifying live‑fire flavour. Signature dishes emphasise surf‑and‑turf‑style pairings with Asian‑accented sauces and side preparations, highlighting the kitchen’s produce‑led philosophy and the head chef’s expertise in aged beef.
Type: Modern steakhouse
Price range: $$$
Location: Shop OTE401, 4/F, Ocean Terminal Extension, Harbour City, Harbour Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Contact: Website | Instagram
ThongSmith — New Premium Thai Boat Noodle Spot in Wan Chai
Well‑known for its “fancy” boat noodles, Thai restaurant chain ThongSmith debuts its first‑ever international location in Wan Chai. The signature broth is simmered for eight hours with premium ingredients such as Wagyu and Kurobuta pork, together with galangal, star anise and lemongrass. Don’t miss the ThongSmith Signature Boat Noodles with Wagyu Round, as well as Hong Kong–exclusive dishes such as Karn’s Fried Rice and Chalee’s Chicken Ko Lae.
Type: Thai
Price range: $–$$
Location: Shop 1–6, G/F, Spring Garden Mansion, 38 Spring Garden Lane, Wan Chai
Contact: Instagram
UURO — New Italian-Japanese Eatery in Causeway Bay
Located in Causeway Bay Plaza 2, UURO offers an Italian–Japanese concept with a strong emphasis on bagels, sandwiches and baked dishes. Popular items include the Spanish Iberico Ham & Cheese Bagel and Braised Beef Cheek Gnocchi. The house‑made bagels and varied cream‑cheese options are a highlight during lunch and brunch. The 10,000‑square‑foot open space suits both casual diners and office crowds seeking a relaxed meal.
Type: Japanese–Italian / modern European fusion
Price range: $$ (HK$101–200 for main plates and bagels)
Location: B1/F, Causeway Bay Plaza 2, 463–483 Lockhart Road, Causeway Bay
Contact: Instagram
Header image: ThongSmith