Affordable Hong Kong food guide
Ask anyone why they’re visiting Hong Kong, and there’s a high chance they’ll say, “to eat”. Hong Kong has long been celebrated as a food paradise, where award-winning restaurants and bars coexist with hole-in-the-wall eateries that have built their reputation on everyday comfort dishes. The best part: you don’t have to spend big to eat well in the bustling city, as many of Hong Kong’s most affordable food spots also happen to be recognised by the Michelin Guide.
Here are some highlights you can feast your way through for just under S$20.
The current exchange rate is HKD1 = ~S$0.16 as of 27 January 2026.
1. Sister Wah
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When visiting Causeway Bay, make sure to add Sister Wah to your dining list. Tucked away in a quieter residential enclave, the eatery has been Michelin-recommended since 2012, prized for its clear beef broth that’s slow-boiled with Chinese herbs. The end result is light and deeply aromatic, without tasting overly medicinal. Enjoy said broth with noodles and a medley of different braised beef cuts, from brisket to tripe and tendon.
Must-tries: Beef Brisket Noodle (HKD75), Beef Brisket, Tendon and Tripe Noodle (HKD110)
Address: 13 Electric Road, Triumph Court Block A, Causeway Bay
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 10:45pm
Tel: +852 2807 0181
Website
Sister Wah is not a halal-certified eatery.
2. Kai Kai Dessert
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Hong Kong has an endless selection of Cantonese dessert shops, but few do it like Kai Kai Dessert. Based in Jordan, the family-run establishment used to be a hidden gem until their Michelin recognition in 2016. Now a household name, the dessert store draws a constant crowd for its sweet soups, made with generational recipes. The Black Sesame Paste and Sesame Rice Balls are a time-tested bestseller, featuring handmade rice balls that are extra QQ.
Must-tries: Black Sesame Paste (HKD30), Sesame Rice Balls (HKD8)
Jordan outlet
Address: 113-115 Parkes Street, Jordan
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 1am
Tel: +852 2384 3862
Mongkok outlet
Address: 1 Fa Yuen Street, Shop 2, Ground Floor, Mongkok
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 1am
Tel: +852 2601 0661
Website
Kai Kai Dessert is not a halal-certified eatery.
3. Lau Sum Kee
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Wonton noodles are dime a dozen in Hong Kong, but if you want to get your fix from a true master of the craft, head over to Lau Sum Kee. The Sham Shui Po institution has been in operation since 1956, and is currently run by third-generation Chef Lau. Here, noodles and wontons are made by hand throughout the day, with the former kneaded the old-school way using a bamboo pole for an extra springy bite.
Must-tries: Shrimp Roe Dry Noodles (HKD50), Fresh Prawn Wonton Noodles (HKD44)
Fuk Wing Street outlet
Address: 82 Fuk Wing Street, Sham Shui Po
Opening hours: Daily 12pm to 10pm
Tel: +852 2386 3583
Kweilin Street outlet
Address: 48 Kweilin Street, Sham Shui Po
Opening hours: Daily 11:30am to 9.30pm
Tel: +852 2386 3533
Lau Sum Kee is not a halal-certified eatery.
4. Trusty Congee King
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Trusty Congee King is the first congee establishment in Hong Kong to earn a Michelin Bib Gourmand award, making it a cut above the rest. The stick-to-your-ribs thick congee here is slow-cooked for hours with their signature fish broth, made with four different types of fish. Enjoy it with a wide variety of toppings available, including unique options such as pork offal and fresh eel.
Must-tries: Pork Liver and Scallop Congee (HKD82), Fresh Eel Congee (HKD80)
Address: 7 Heard Street, Wan Chai
Opening hours: Daily 11am to 9pm
Tel: +852 2882 3268
Website | Full list of outlets
Trusty Congee King is not a halal-certified eatery.
5. Luk Yu Tea House
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For diners on the hunt for a truly traditional yum cha experience, visit Luk Yu Tea House, which has been around since the 1930s. The Stanley Street institution spans three floors of old-world dining rooms, each decorated with colonial-era furnishings. There, patrons can tuck into baskets of piping hot dim sum in the morning and afternoon, as well as stir-fried Cantonese dishes in the evening. Look out for Luk Yu Tea House’s special signatures, all innovated by a head chef who has been at the restaurant for over five decades. These include Shrimp Toast, Pig’s Liver Siu Mai, and more.
Must-tries: Pig’s Liver Siu Mai (HKD72), Double-Boiled Pig’s Lung Soup (HKD72), Shrimp Toast (HKD72)
Address: 24-26 Stanley Street, Central
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 10pm
Tel: +852 2523 5464
Luk Yu Tea House is not a halal-certified eatery.
6. Ho Kee Dessert
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While Ho Kee Dessert no longer occupies the Mongkok address they’ve been at the past 30 years, you can be rest assured that their To Kwa Wan outpost still serves up the same homely desserts. Go straight for the Glutinous Rice Balls In Ginger Soup if you’re looking for something warm and sweet—the broth’s gentle spice, thanks to the use of old ginger, hits the spot after a long day out and about.
Must-tries: Glutinous Rice Balls In Ginger Soup (HKD27), Mango Pudding (HKD25)
To Kwa Wan outlet
Address: 237A To Kwa Wan Road, Shop 111 & 122, Block B, I-Feng Mansions, To Kwa Wan
Opening hours: Daily 9:30am to 12:30am
Tel: +852 9195 1017
Aberdeen outlet
Address: 82 Old Main Street, Aberdeen
Opening hours: Daily 1pm to 12am
Tel: +852 9560 9179
Website
Ho Kee Dessert is not a halal-certified eatery.
7. Kung Wo Beancurd Factory
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Few eateries can claim a spot on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list on beancurd alone, but that’s Kung Wo Beancurd Factory for you. This old-school Sham Shui Po hole-in-the-wall has been making tofu and other soy-based products from scratch, on-site since 1893, cementing its status as one of Hong Kong’s oldest F&B institutions. Their ultra-silky Tofu Pudding, which reportedly sells over 1,000 bowls a day, is proof that simplicity, when done right, is best. If you’re in the mood for something savoury, there’s also a lineup of deep-fried tofu snacks worth ordering as well.
Must-tries: Tofu Pudding (HKD14), Mix Deep Fried (HKD18)
Address: 118 Pei Ho Street, Sham Shui Po
Opening hours: Daily 7am to 9pm
Website
Kung Wo Beancurd Factory is not a halal-certified eatery.
8. Ho To Tai Noodle
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Another Michelin-recognised wonton noodle spot is the family-run Ho To Tai Noodle, currently helmed by a third-gen chef. As proud custodians of their noodlemaking craft, everything at Ho To Tai Noodle is made fresh daily, from the noodle dough to the hand-folded fish skin dumplings. Their mee kia noodles are made with duck eggs and Canadian flour, then sun-dried on the roof of their building, for a uniquely springy texture. Besides their famed Wonton Noodle Soup, diners ought to try their Stirred Noodles With Shrimp Roe, where a dose of ultra-umami shrimp roe tops chewy noodles.
Must-tries: Wonton Noodle Soup (HKD44), Stirred Noodles With Shrimp Roe (HKD75)
Address: 67 Fau Tsoi Street, Yuen Long
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 8pm
Ho To Tai is not a halal-certified eatery.
Introducing the Taste Hong Kong Gourmet Guide
Hong Kong’s dining scene proves that great meals don’t have to come with a hefty price tag. These Michelin-approved eateries are a testament to the city’s deep-rooted food culture, where the humble likes of congee, black sesame paste, and handmade tofu can continue to earn global recognition.
To celebrate this richness, the Hong Kong Tourism Board has launched the Taste Hong Kong Gourmet Guide, a key pillar of their Taste Hong Kong campaign. Handpicked by more than 50 native master chefs, the guide spotlights 250 standout restaurants and eateries across 18 districts, capturing the full spectrum of the city’s culinary landscape, from bustling dai pai dongs to Michelin-recognised establishments, and everything in between.
More than just a directory, the Taste Hong Kong Gourmet Guide is an invitation to experience how the city offers visitors hou mei (好味)—the Cantonese expression for truly delicious flavours—in every neighbourhood.
For foodies keen to go beyond the usual must-tries, the Taste Hong Kong Gourmet Guide is your gateway to discovering why Hong Kong continues to be celebrated as the Gourmet Capital of Asia. Read the guide via the link below.
Check out the Taste Hong Kong Gourmet Guide!
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