An old favorite with expatriates, especially the British, Jimmy's has been established for more than 70 years. The wider choice of Asian dishes has been attracting a more cosmopolitan crowd over recent years. Comfortable and private, the booths provide seclusion without destroying the slightly old fashioned atmosphere. Just about everything on the menu works, from the heavy European fare, such as borscht, roasts, goulash and bangers and mash, to the more esoteric Asian dishes. Meatless options mean vegetarians will not go hungry and the children's menu is extensive. An additional location is at 29 Ashley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Hong Kong's Alexandra House, 8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana is an elegant Italian restaurant and bar. With accolades such as three Michelin stars and the Art of Hospitality Award under its belt, the restaurant has set a benchmark for exceptional Italian cuisine and artful hospitality. Helmed by celebrity chef Umberto Bombana, the restaurant leaves no stone unturned in making the diner feel at home. Christened after an Italian movie 8½, the restaurant pays a tribute to Italian lifestyle and art. As for the decadent meals here, diners must savor Bombana's signature creations, such as lobster and mozzarella salad in caviar dressing, pumpkin ravioli, crispy pear tart and many white truffle-anointed dishes.
Ebeneezer's is a Hong Kong based chain of kebab restaurants that operates eight outlets around Hong Kong. The menu at Ebneezer's displays Indian and Middle Eastern influences and features a variety of Kebabs like donar kebab, gyro kebab and chicken tikka kebab. Aside from kebabs, the menu at Ebeneezer's also features slow-cooked Indian rice dishes called biryanis, various curry dishes like chicken vindaloo, lamb masala, chicken tikka massala along with pizzas and salads. Ebeneezer's outlets, which are located on Hong Kong Island, are open around the clock or until the wee hours of the morning. Party animals are sure to relish a bite to eat after a night of heavy drinking and partying.
Chiuchow Garden serves Chiu Chow cuisine, which is a variant of Chinese cuisine that originates from the Swatow district of the eastern Guangdong province in China. Chiu Chow dishes typically feature flavorful sauces and preparations that feature duck and goose. Furthermore, this place is a big, noisy, family-style restaurant that is a part of chain which is owned by the famous Hong Kong hospitality group, Maxims. The restaurant is set up as a classic Chinese banquet and features luxe furnishings like velvet trimmings and sparkling chandeliers. Chiuchow Garden also specializes in Chinese dim sum, which is locally called yum cha. Other items they offer are cha siu bun (barbecue pork bun), har gow (shrimp dumplings), mushroom cheung fun (steamed rice parcels), oyster congee and much more. - Anjeeta Nayar
The Maxims Group of restaurants operates numerous restaurants, cafes and bakeries all over Hong Kong. However, its dim sum hall at City Hall ranks among the city's best loved and highly ranked dim sum spots. So, it is no wonder that restaurant is often flooded with eager diners during peak hours. Maxim's Dim Sum at City Hall offers the ambience of an old world Hong Kong dim sum restaurant adorned as it is with large sparkling chandeliers, closely packed tables and dim sum carts that are pushed by the erstwhile 'dim sum ladies'. These carts also offer English labels for the many small eats that they transport, so this feature is much appreciated by English-speaking diners. The menu at the restaurant changes daily, but usually features favored dim sum fare like char siu bao, cheung fun, shu mai amongst others. - Anjeeta Nayar
This Moroccan restaurant's heavy wooden door transports its patrons to North Africa. Kasbah's exotic décor features filigreed window frames, jewel-toned soft furnishings, twinkling Moroccan lamps, jeweled mirrors and hand-painted murals. The menu at Kasbah includes classic Moroccan fare like a variety of hot and cold mezzes, which include dips like hummus and zaalouk (eggplant salad), slow-cooked vegetarian and non-vegetarian tagines, couscous and Moroccan sweets. The restaurant also contains a separate bar area called Medina, which stays open until late and offers shishas (flavored tobacco smoked in water pipes) along with Moroccan music, appetizers and drinks. -Anjeeta Nayar
This is a Japanese restaurant within the Hong Kong International Airport, Terminal 2, and it brings to travelers ‘Kaiten sushi concept’ that merges Kaiten sushi counter and sushi bar services into one. Using top quality and fresh ingredients from around the world, the restaurant serves over 80 varieties of sushi and sashimi, deep fried fish dishes, udon, salads, soups and desserts. The restaurant has a casual and colorful ambiance and one can watch the Japanese chef prepare their meals. It is an ideal place to enjoy a Japanese meal alone or in the company of friends or family before boarding your flight.
Situated at a convenient and easy-to-reach location Black Sugar Coffee & Lifestyle is a great place to stop by for a quick bite or a great cup of coffee. Order their famous pasta or a healthy avocado toast or speak to their hospitable staff for some great recommendations on food and beverage. If you are someone who loves strong coffee try their dark coffee or iced latte and pair it with a crunchy waffle or a sweet and sour lemon pie. The minimalist décor, soothing natural light and warm staff will make you feel at ease in this comfortable café.
Restaurateurs Olivier Caisson and Jerome Spitzer of French Creations have transformed a corner of Hong Kong's premier dining district, Wyndham Street, into a French bistro with their small but chic eatery, Pastis. Stylishly adorned with vintage posters and various other antique bric-à-brac, the restaurant opens onto the busy street and offers a slightly cramped seating arrangement that consists of leather banquets and tall bar stools. The menu at Pastis, keeping in line with its central theme, offers hearty Parisian bistro fare and features dishes like Riletter Maison, Beef Bourguignon, Tiger Prawns Flambee with Pastis and Crème Caramel. Pastis also offers well-priced prix fixe lunch options during the work week, which are especially popular with the folks who work in the vicinity. -Anjeeta Nayar
Rico's is an upbeat and lively Spanish restaurant located right in the middle of Soho. Having opened its doors more than a decade ago, the food here consists of time-tested Spanish classics and tapas with more variety than most restaurants in all of Hong Kong. There is also a varied wine list with authentic Spanish wines to complement the food. Live Spanish music bands come and perform here through the week from Wednesday onwards.
The ever-evolving French cuisine has taken the world by storm. With the exquisite French fine-dining restaurant Caprice, Hong Kong entered the foray of world-class French cuisine. Located in the Four Seasons Hotel, this upscale restaurant dishes out scrumptious French preparations with a global touch. Lead by Chef Guillaume Galliot, the restaurant has earned innumerable accolades; the prestigious Michelin stars being one of them. Savor an array of French classics, all of which feature and make use of luxurious ingredients and masterful cooking techniques. Pâté en Croûte and Venison Fillet with Italian White Pork are only a few of the many decadently flavorful dishes here. Pair them with the fine wines on offer and bring in a memorable meal with your loved ones, only at Caprice.
In a city brimming with Chinese and Western style bakeries, the cake shop at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental Hotel truly stands out. Located on the mezzanine floor, this charming cake shop and tea room is famous for its mouth watering cakes, pastries, breads and delicacies like rose petal jam and XO sauce. Sporting an open, airy feel and a décor that features exhibits of the exquisite creations of its pastry chefs, the cake shop offers classic English high tea sets along with an excellent selection of teas and coffees. However, its star attractions are its many delectable baked goods, like the blood red Apricot and Raspberry pastry, the black passion fruit mousse pastry, the carrot cake, brownies and many more. -Anjeeta Nayar