Skip the tourist restaurants. What do Hong Kong locals eat for breakfast? Who makes the most authentic Dim Sum? This list of 10 eateries covers breakfast to midnight snacks — the real flavors of Hong Kong.
Breakfast: Dim Sum is Hong Kong locals' soul food. Try the old spots near 中环, 15-30 RMB/person. Lunch: Local restaurants — order Dim Sum and seasonal vegetables, 50-80 RMB/person. Dinner: Dim Sum veteran near 尖沙咀, 80-150 RMB/person. Late night: BBQ stalls near 铜锣湾, 30-50 RMB/person.
10 recommended spots: ① 中环 old Dim Sum (20-year veteran); ② 尖沙咀 trendy Dim Sum (good ambiance); ③ 铜锣湾 hole-in-the-wall (most authentic); ④ Farmhouse near 太平山顶; ⑤ Seafood/river fish near 维多利亚港; ⑥ 中西合璧-themed restaurant; ⑦ Local breakfast joint; ⑧ Night market BBQ; ⑨ Dessert old shop; ⑩ Souvenir shop. Budget: a full day of eating ~200-400 RMB/person.