Ignite’s Hong Kong hit-list

We’ve rounded up 23 of our favourite local haunts to help you make the most of your time in Hong Kong – from the Rugby Sevens, the galleries at M+, our go-to trails, favourite dining spots, and where to find the best dim sum.

Where to eat

Drinks

What to do

Gifts

Where to eat

Wan Chai / Central / Soho

A dining photo of Qi - House of Sichaun restaurant in Hong Kong

Wan Chai

Qi – House of Sichuan

1 Michelin star that doesn’t break the bank. Spicy.

A dining photo of Ho Lee Fook restaurant in Hong Kong

Soho

Ho Lee Fook

Delicious Cantonese cuisine, funky decor.

A dining photo of Zuma restaurant in Hong Kong

Central

Zuma

Japanese izakaya-style dining. Top notch food.

A dining photo of Duddell's restaurant in Hong Kong

Central

Duddell’s

An institution. 1 Michelin star. High-end dim sum with classy interiors and art.

A photo of the bright gold sign at Maxim's Palace restaurant in Hong Kong

Central

Maxim’s Palace

Authentic trolley dim sum. Go before 10am or wait 1 hour+. Classic siu mai, char siu bau, cheung fan.

An outside photo of Tsim Chai Kee Noodle in Hong Kong

Central

Tsim Chai Kee Noodle

Michelin Guide 2025. Wonton noodles. Cheap. Bring cash.

An outside night photo of Tai Cheong Bakery in Hong Kong

Central

Tai Cheong Bakery

Traditional bakery for egg tarts and Chinese donuts.

Sheung Wan

A dining photo of Yardbird restaurant in Hong Kong

Sheung Wan

Yardbird

Yakitori. Great date night. Order the Korean fried cauliflower, Yardbird caesar, sweet corn tempura, katsu sando, yakitori – thigh, oyster, meatball, bicep.

An outside photo of Man Mo Dim Sum in Hong Kong

Sheung Wan

Man Mo Dim Sum

HK dim sum meets French cuisine. Order the sea bass, duck, tom yum, and truffle brie dumplings plus burger bun, 5 spices lamb bun and duck fried rice.

A dining photo of Luk On Kui restaurant in Hong Kong

Sheung Wan

Luk On Kui

Traditional no-frills dim sum. Old school and bustling. Order the steamed chicken bun, taro puffs, pan-fried turnip cake, steamed rice rolls and char siu.

Tsim Sha Tsui

A dining photo of Hutong restaurant in Hong Kong

Tsim Sha Tsui

Hutong

Fancy. Panoramic harbour views. Incredible dim sum and duck (but must order the duck a day in advance).

An outside photo of Peking Garden restaurant in Hong Kong

Tsim Sha Tsui

Peking Garden

via Star Ferry – take the Star Ferry from Central to TST, then head here for their duck and deep-fried prawns in chilli sauce. Book a window seat to watch the harbour light show at 8pm.

Drinks

An interior photo of Cardinal Point bar in Hong Kong

Cardinal Point

Rooftop bar at the top of the Landmark. Massive terrace with panoramic habour views.

A dining photo of Popinjays in Hong Kong

Popinjays

Atop of the Murray with great views. Great for a sundowner.

An outside photo of Honky Tonks Tavern in Hong Kong.

Honky Tonks

Unpretentious. Great cocktails, fried chicken, pizzas and good music.

Peel Street at night in Hong Kong.

Peel Street

A street of bars right in the action. Packed on a Friday night.

What to do

A packed crowd in the stands of Kai Tak Stadium at night, looking out over the pitch as colorful fireworks explode above the stadium roof during the HK Sevens.

Rugby 7s

See you there!

An outside photo of M+ Museum in Hong Kong during the day.

West Kowloon

M+ Museum

Iconic art, design, and harbour views in West Kowloon.

The view from the summit of one of Hong Kong's hikes.

Hikes

Morning Trail and head to Rajastani Rifles at the top for brunch or lunch and then grab the tram back down.

1000+ stairs but view over Stanley at the end is worth it.

See monkeys and the Hong Kong skyline. Perfect as the sun sets.

Looking for a gift? Find these in Sheung Wan

An outside photo of GOD (Gifts of Desire) store in Hong Kong.

G.O.D.

Locally inspired gifts.

An outside photo of Cat Sreet in Hong Kong.

Cat Street

For trinkets, antiques and vintage finds.

Grand So, Hong Kong artist, holding up one of his art pieces.

The “Circle Man”

Find him on the pavement on Hollywood Road (near the temple). Been there for 20 years, hand-drawing his iconic geometric circles.

An outside photo of Shiu Shing Hong store in Hong Kong.

Shiu Shing Hong

Hole in the wall selling essential oils and smells that are identical to the Mandarin Oriental, Four Seasons or The Peninsula. Very affordable.