Best of Hong Kong: where to eat, drink, sleep and relax
Hong Kong presents itself as a vibrant melting pot of high culture, street food, and design. Tucked between hidden cocktail bars, fine dining with a view, and peaceful green retreats lies a city that offers a culinary, stylish, and surprisingly diverse experience.
Restaurant tips:
Lung King Heen
Three-star chef Chan Yan Tak serves excellent dim sum and fantastic seafood. Particularly popular: fried sole with soy and ginger.
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Wing
Patron Vicky Cheng combines techniques from eight different Chinese regions in his menus. His signature dish: crispy dry-aged chicken. Be sure to try it!
wingrestaurant.hk
Forum Restaurant
An institution for the preparation of sea snails for over 40 years: chef Yeung Koon-yat has elevated this specialty to an art form. His dim sum is also highly recommended.
forumrestaurant1977.com
The Chairman
Famous for steam-cooked southern Chinese prawns with 15-year-old rice wine and rice noodles - a tribute to forgotten ingredients from southern China. Second place on the list of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2024.
thechairmangroup.com
Hotel tips:
Mondrian Hong Kong:
Design hotel with breathtaking views over Victoria Harbour. Here, regionality takes center stage - noticeable in the art on display and the individually designed rooms.
mondrianhotels.com
Ovolo Central:
Hotspot for night owls and foodies; right in the center, flooded with light, modern furnishings. The cuisine ranges from Indian to international.
ovolohotels.com
The Peninsula:
Afternoon tea in the historic salon, spa with panoramic views, private Rolls-Royce fleet - Hong Kong's oldest luxury hotel is in a class of its own.
peninsula.com
Four Seasons:
Everything under one roof: award-winning restaurants, breathtaking harbor views, excellent cocktails and a spa with a comprehensive wellness offering - from private yoga classes to mindfulness workshops.
fourseasons.com
Lanson Place Causeway Bay:
This boutique hotel, designed by the renowned designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, combines classic elegance with French chic.
lansonplace.com
Bar tips:
Bar Leone:
Italian classical music in the Central district. Signature negronis, stylish vintage ambience and a lively atmosphere - like an evening in Trastevere.
barleonehk.com
COA:
Number one Asian bar for three years in a row. Specializes in agave spirits such as mezcal and sotol. Unpretentious, passionate - Mexican bar culture at a world-class level.
coa.com.hk
Argo:
Bar at Four Seasons with an innovative single ingredient concept and unique cocktails. The focus is on rare spirits and Asian ingredients.
fourseasons.com
The Aubrey:
Izakaya Bar on the 25th floor of the Mandarin Oriental - exclusive Omakase cocktail experience for a maximum of five guests. The focus: shochu, sake and hand-picked ingredients. Curious interior, elegant dress code.
mandarinoriental.com
DarkSide:
Cozy bar at Rosewood Hotel with an impressive view. Live jazz, rare whiskies, stylish cigar lounge - perfect for old-fashioned fans and quiet evenings.
rosewoodhotels.com
The Savory Project:
New umami bar at COA. Focus on salty, earthy cocktails; winner of the "Best New Opening Award 2024". Star drink: Thai Beef Salad - tastes just as intense as its name suggests.
thesavoryproject.com
Cultural tips:
M+:
65,000 m² home to countless masterpieces of modern and contemporary Asian art from the 20. and 21st century. 33 galleries, roof garden and café. Lastingly impressive!
mplus.org.hk
Hong Kong Museum of History:
Fascinating tour through 400 million years - from the first geological formations to the colonial era and modern pop culture.
hk.history.museum
PMQ:
Former police school, now a lively creative center with studios, pop-up stores and workshops - perfect for browsing and participating. Especially lively at the weekends.
pmq.org.hk
Green oasis of peace tips:
Nan Lian Garden:
Tang aesthetics in the heart of the metropolis: ponds, pavilions, curved bridges - all immaculately maintained. Ideal for a cup of tea or a moment of peace by the water.
Kowloon Park:
13 hectares of greenery in Tsim Sha Tsui: flamingos, ponds, sports fields and a sculpture trail. Popular place for birdwatchers.
Lion Rock Park:
495 meters high, with a panoramic view over the whole of Kowloon. A hike with a view - and occasional encounters with monkeys. A classic among the locals.
Kam Shan Country Park:
Popular as a barbecue area as well as a jogging route and for walks. Quiet and idyllic - unless you rustle with potato chips and attract the curious macaques.
Victoria Park:
The green heart of the Causeway Bay district. Perfect for morning Tai Chi, relaxed walks or a picnic.
Kowloon Peak:
At 602 meters, it's the highest point on the peninsula. The climb is worth it - with panoramic views over the city, mountains and sea. Starting point: Fei Ngo Shan Road.