5 Great Restaurants in Sheung Wan
Where to Eat in Sheung Wan and What to Try
Great Sheung Wan restaurants show an incredible range of small, off-the-beaten-track venues that draw people in from all over Hong Kong. Since the extension of the MTR Underground line along the coast all the way to Kennedy Town, more and more new restaurants have relocated to this urban cool district.
Sheung Wan’s best restaurants boast authentic recipes, cheap prices, and a vibe that is in touch with the past. Here we have rounded up where to eat in Sheung Wan, including some genuine Cantonese restaurants that will have you sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with locals, as well as some of the most fashionable joints in the city offering a variety of pan-Asian cuisines.
1. Yardbird
Sophisticated fusion flavors
Good for: Couples, Food
Yardbird is a run by a group of young talented chefs, serving creative yakitori chicken cuts presented in stylish, inventive portions. This western/Japanese crossover is finding favor in Hong Kong right now and Yardbird is ahead of the pack. The full range of chicken cuts are available and all heavily seasoned but expertly done.
Popular dishes include chicken breast yakitori with wasabi and soy, pork belly flavored with ponzu and onion, and chicken ‘oysters’ taken from the backbone. To complement the meat dishes are more Japanese-influenced dishes like asparagus with onsen egg. The cocktails are great too. Located in SoHo, the closest MRT station is Sheung Wan. This venue is open for dinner only.
Location: Winsome House, 154-158 Wing Lok Street G/F, Shops A and B, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Open: Monday–Saturday from 6 pm to midnight (closed on Sundays and Mondays)
Phone: +852 2547 9273
Yardbird
2. Lin Heung Kui
Authentic Cantonese cuisine
Good for: Couples, Families, Food
Lin Heung Kui is certainly one of the best Cantonese restaurants in Sheung Wan. The dim sum and tea lunch options are very popular at lunch (almost as popular as its more famous sister restaurant, Lin Heung Tea House), but unlike its more famous sibling, this restaurant also offers a classic dinner menu.
Recommended dishes include poached chicken, tofu in soy sauce and the traditionally prepared ‘eight treasures duck’, which is the whole bird stuffed with specially chosen ingredients. Located on the busy Des Voeux Road, it’s easy to reach by bus or tram.
Location: 2-3/F 46-50 Des Voeux Rd W, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Open: Monday–Friday from 9.30 am to 6 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 5.30 pm to 10 pm
Phone: +856 2156 9328
Lin Heung Kui
3. Chachawan
For north-eastern Thai food fans
Good for: Budget, Food
Located in SoHo on Hollywood Road, Chachawan Thai restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants in Sheung Wan. Specializing in north-eastern Thai food, it serves many of Thailand’s most beloved dishes and cooks them just about better than anyone else in Hong Kong.
The interior is simple and modern, and prices are more than fair when you consider the quality of the tom yum kung soup, spicy som tam salad and tender grilled chicken. Don’t miss the coconut ice cream for dessert.
Location: 206 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Open: Daily from noon to 3 pm and from 6 pm to 11 pm
Phone: +852 5590 7532
Chachawan
4. Shui Kee
An old-school beef noodle stall
Good for: Budget, Food
Shui Kee is a traditional dai pai dong (open-air food stall) that has been serving fresh beef brisket noodles for over 60 years. Unlike many places that use frozen meat, Shui Kee insists on fresh beef, prepared daily. The ambiance here is humble and authentic, with no frills. It’s located on a slope, so getting there feels like a mini adventure. You’ll be dining among locals, enjoying a genuine Hong Kong vibe.
To add more interest to your culinary escape, menus are in Chinese only, but you can point to the dish names above. Bring cash as Shui Kee doesn’t accept payments by card.
Location: 2 Gutzlaff St, Central, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2541 9769
Shui Kee
5. 208 Duecento Otto
Elegant Italian dining in central SoHo
Good for: Couples, Food, Luxury
With a downstairs bar and a cozy yet cool upstairs bistro, 208 Duecento Otto has been a mainstay on the Sheung Wan dining scene for many years. The Neapolitan pizzas are fantastic here, with a range of classic and signature recipes, as are the intriguing appetizers and light bites.
Cured meats and Italian cheeses are prominent, though they serve a roasted lamb rack or slow-braised osso buco if you want a complete Italian dining experience. Prices are on the high side but are justified. This sophisticated restaurant is located on Hollywood Road in the center of SoHo.
Location: G/F, 208 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2866 0066
208 Duecento Otto
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