Where To Go For The Best Claypot Rice In Hong Kong

Dimpot

For claypot rice dishes with both traditional and modern flavors, check out Dimpot with locations in Tai Koo and Tuen Mun. Aside from claypot, they have a great menu filled with Cantonese classics. Their lunch and afternoon tea menus are also very affordable if you're on a budget.

Opening Hours: Daily (Tai Koo) - 11:00AM - 10:00PM; Daily (Tuen Mun) - 11:00AM - 9:30PM

• Dimpot (Tai Koo), Shop G1016, G/F, Chi Sing House, Star Fai Terrace, 16 Taikoo Shing Road, Taikoo Shing, +852 2886 9636,
• Dim Pot (Tuen Mun), Shop 1101-1102, 1/F, Tuen Mun Town Plaza Phase 1, 3 Tuen Lung Street, Tuen Mun, New Territories, +852 2303 0809, https://www.facebook.com/dimpothk

Four Seasons Clay Pot Rice

Be sure to get there early as there may be a queue!

Opening Hours: Daily - 6:00PM - 1:00AM

Four Seasons Pot Rice, 46-58 Arthur Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 5989 0927, https://maps.app.goo.gl/b7HSvLzne6bJJzNs5

Hing Kee Restaurant

Opening Hours: Daily - 1:30PM-3:30PM (Lunch); 5:30PM- 12:00AM (Dinner)

Hing Kee, 15 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 2384 3647, https://www.instagram.com/hingkeehk/

Sheung Hei Claypot Rice

Recommended in the Michelin Guide, this restaurant consistently attracts a crowd, thanks to its renowned claypot rice dishes. If you're craving that perfect charred flavor, Sheung Hei is the place to be. Here, pots of steaming rice are expertly prepared with a secret ingredient: lard.

We recommend trying their spare rib claypot rice, and for a unique twist, don’t miss the dried shrimp and pork patty claypot rice—both are exceptional choices!

Opening Hours: Daily - 24 Hours

Sheung Hei, 25 North Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, +852 2819 6190, https://www.facebook.com/sheungheihk

Kam Tung Kitchen

This family-style traditional Chinese restaurant has been serving delicious Tanka cuisine since 1990. Their clay pot rice dishes are packed with endless flavor. If you are also a fan of seafood, their Triple Shrimp Claypot rice dish is a local favorite.

Opening Hours: Daily - 7:00AM - 11:00PM

Kam Tung Kitchen, Shop 5, 59-99 Shau Kei Wan Main Street East, Shau Kei Wan, +852 2569 4361, https://www.kamtungkitchen.com/

Kwan Kee Claypot Rice

Opening Hours: Daily - 5:30PM - 10:00PM

Kwan Kee, Shop 1, Wo Yick Mansion, 263 Queen’s Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, +852 2803 7209, https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bo1rW2LgCrfix28W9

The Chairman

The Chairman has quickly become a local favorite for its fresh dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients, ensuring each meal is packed with flavor.

A must-try is their Liver Sausage Crispy Aged Eel and Salted Pork Belly Claypot Rice. Keep in mind that the menu is regularly updated, so check online for their latest offerings.

Please note that The Chairman only accepts reservations, and they can get quite busy, so it's advisable to book your table as soon as possible!

Opening Hours: Daily 12:00PM - 3:00PM (Lunch); 6:00PM - 11:00PM

The Chairman, 18 Kau U Fong, Central, +852 2555 2202, https://www.thechairmangroup.com/

Wing Hop Sing

What started as a traditional cha chaan teng is now focused on serving claypot rice to its customers. With over 40 years in the business, they have definitely perfected their claypot rice recipe their own way - by cooking it in a baking oven. What we've been told is that their beef and egg claypot rice is their most famous dish (mixing that egg while its still hot is a suggestion).

Opening Hours: Mondays to Saturdays 7:00AM - 4:00PM; Closed Sundays and public holidays

Wing Hop Sing, 360 Des Voeux Road West, Western District, Hong Kong, +852 2850 5723, https://maps.app.goo.gl/G9qt3yx4hi3niNty5

Wing

At this restaurant, classic recipes and familiar flavors are reimagined with creative twists and playful combinations. The menu changes frequently, influenced by the seasons and tailored to each diner, ensuring that returning customers can always enjoy something new.

You might even be fortunate enough to experience a special claypot rice dish, like their semi-dried squid paired with house-cured pork belly—possibly even served personally by Chef Vicky Cheng!

Opening Hours: Saturdays to Thursdays 6:00PM - 12:00 Midnight; Fridays 1:00PM - 12:00 Midnight; Closed on Sundays

Wing, 29/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central, +852 2711 0063, https://wingrestaurant.hk/

Wing Kee

If you're a fan of cheese and meat, you won't want to miss their two-cheese claypot rice with satay beef. For a unique twist, you can even substitute the rice for noodles, offering a delightful sizzle that’s perfect for a post-hike meal—especially with so many trails nearby!

Opening Hours: Mondays to Saturdays - 6:30AM - 9:30PM; Sundays 6:30AM - 5:00PM

Wing Kee, Shop A & B, G/F, 12 Yuk Wah Crescent, Tsz Wan Shan, Diamond  Hill, Kowloon, +852 2328 9232, https://www.facebook.com/twswingkee/

Yat Tung Heen

At Yat Tung Heen, Eaton's flagship Cantonese restaurant, you can find a selection of seasonal claypot dishes available for takeout, served in a reusable pot. Highly recommended options include the Braised Kanto Sea Cucumber stuffed with Minced Prawn and Goose Web in Abalone Sauce. While it is on the pricier side, if you're craving claypot rice and want to enjoy it in the comfort of your own home, this is a fantastic way to indulge that desire.

Opening Hours: Daily 11:00AM - 4:00PM (Lunch); 6:00PM - 10:30PM (Dinner)

Yat Tung Heen, Level B2, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan, +852 2710 1093, https://www.yattungheen.com/

Yungs Bistro

Yung's Bistro, a concept by Yung Kee, brings traditional Cantonese cuisine to life in a modern, contemporary setting. Here, you can savor a variety of delicious Cantonese dishes that pair perfectly with their claypot rice offerings. We highly recommend trying their Claypot Rice with Whole Cured Duck Leg, complemented by an assortment of cured meats for an unforgettable meal.

Opening Hours: Mondays to Fridays 11:30AM - 10:30PM; Weekends and Public Holidays 11:00AM - 10:30PM

Yung's Bistro, Shop 701, 7/F, K11 Musea, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, +852 3892 3890, https://www.k11musea.com/taste/yungs-bistro/