Guide To The Best Lunch Spots Around Central And Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

CASUAL LUNCHES IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG:

If you are looking for something more casual during your lunch break, whether for one or two, there is a slew of options in Central and Sheung Wan.

BÊP: In the mood for a Vietnamese fix, head to Bêp where you can get a fantastic bowl of pho or a mouthwatering Bahn mi. Whether you want to eat in or take away, the choice is yours. They have locations across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.

• Bêp, Various locations across Hong Kong, https://www.bep.hk/

CUPPING ROOM: Known for its great coffee, but this coffee shop also serves fantastic all-day breakfasts and hearty lunches in a casual and comfortable setting.

• Cupping Room, Various locations across Hong Kong, https://cuppingroom.hk/

ELEPHANT GROUNDS: This all-day dining spot on Caine Road serves everything from coffee and pastries to hearty bowls and mains.

• Elephant Grounds, 73 Caine Road, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, http://www.elephantgrounds.com/

MORE CASUAL LUNCH RESTAURANTS:

• Maison Libanaise - Lebanese *Central
• Fiata Pizza - Pizza *Central
• Orka - Healthy *Central
• The Monogamous Chinese *Central (+great lunch deals)
• The Pizza Project - Pizza *Central
• Chachawan - Thai *Sheung Wan
• Veda - Indian *Central
• Gustaci Pizza *PMQ, Central
• Amalfitana - Pizza *Central
• Honjo - Japanese *Sheung Wan
• Ciao Chow - Italian *Central (LKF)
• Tango - Argentinian *Central
• Graham Street Food Hall *Central
• BaseHall - Variety *Central
• New Central Market - Variety *Central
• Cookie DPT - Brunch & Sandwiches *Central

GRAB & GO TAKEAWAY LUNCHES IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG:

Don't have time for a sit-down lunch or are you running late for the next meeting? Fear not, plenty of grab-to-go lunch spots in Hong Kong - check out our top ones:

R&R BAGELS: The founders of R&R Bagels are two bagel enthusiasts who were not happy with the bagel situation in this city and decided to start their own grab-to-go bagel spot. They have perfected their recipe over many years and studied the recipes of the great bagel masters of the world, and you can definitely taste it! We love their classic smoked salmon bagel, but the R&R Reuben is also to die for.

• R&R Bagels, 28 Li Yuen Street West, Central, Hong Kong; +852 2178 5168, https://www.randrbagels.com/

MORE GRAB-AND-GO RESTAURANTS IN CENTRAL, HONG KONG:

• Nood - Healthy *Central
• Chickpea - Healthy/Veggie *Central
• Fresca - Salad Bar *Central
• Knead - Salads+Sandwiches *Sheung Wan
• Pololi - Poke Bowls *Central
• Home Dumplings - Cantonese *Central
• Maison Libanaise - Lebanese *Central
• Cheung Hing Kee Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns - Dumplings *Central
• Chapter - Salad Bar *Central
• Salad Stop - Salad Bar *Central

BEST SMART LUNCHES IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG:

If you are looking for a lunch spot for an important business meeting, you're in luck! Plenty of great places in Hong Kong to impress your clients with a fantastic power lunch; here are some of our favorites:

ZUMA: $$ The popular free-flow champagne brunch and Japanese feast at Zuma have been going strong for many years now. But this is also a perfect spot to talk shop, and this elegant restaurant is an ideal place to discuss business over a variety of sharing plates and sushi rolls.

• Zuma, Level 5 & 6, 15 Queen's Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3657 6388, www.zumarestaurant.com/locations/hong-kong/

AMBER: $$$ If you are looking for a lunch spot to celebrate with clients or simply wish to impress. Take them to Amber in the Mandarin Oriental, where Food director R. Ekkebus and his team are committed to redefining food for modern diners.

• Amber, The Landmark, 15 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2132 0066, www.mandarinoriental.com

BUENOS AIRES POLO CLUB: $$ This restaurant offers its guests an ambiance of exclusivity and class. An ideal location for a fancy business lunch, where you can spend the afternoon going over the business while enjoying premium cut steaks and great wine.

• Buenos Aires Polo Club, 7/F, LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2321 8681, bapoloclub.com

MORE SMART RESTAURANTS IN HONG KONG: $

• Bedu ($)- Modern Middle Eastern *Central
• Spiga ($)- Italian Restaurant *Central
• Uoharu ($)- Japanese *Central
• Cornerstone ($)- International *Central
• Foxglove ($)- Dim Sum *Central
• Duddell's ($)- Dim Sum *Central
• LPM ($$) - French Restaurant *Central
• REX Wine And Grill ($$) - Steakhouse *Central
• The Aubrey ($$)-  MO International *Central
• Moxie ($$)- International *Central
• Margo ($$) - European *Central
• Arcane ($$) - European *Central
• MONO ($$$) - Latin American *Central
• Caprice ($$$) - French *Central
• Grand Majestic Sichuan ($$$) - Chinese *Central
• Otto e Mezzo ($$$) - Italian *Central
• CIAK ($$) - Italian *Central
• Chinesology ($$$) - Modern Chinese *Central
• Sabatini ($$$) - Italian *Central
• The Merchants ($$$) - Chinese *Central

LUNCH WITH GIRLFRIENDS IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG:

Looking for a good lunch spot to catch up with the girls? Whether you prefer having a few cocktails over tapas, enjoy a fine dining experience, or have modern Indian food - there is plenty of choice in Hong Kong! Check our top lunch spots with the girls:

CHAIWALA: This modern Indian restaurant is hidden behind red doors on Wyndham street, giving it speakeasy vibes. This large restaurant consists of 3 very different spaces, the Chai Bar, Kitchen, and Dining Hall, all equally beautifully designed. This is a fantastic place to catch up with the girls over lunch and enjoy good Indian food!

• Chaiwala, Basement, No. 43-55, Wyndham Street, Central, +852 2362 8988, info@chaiwala.hk, https://www.chaiwala.hk/

CORNERSTONE: Head to the all-day dining bistro, Cornerstone, for a fantastic dining experience with the girls. This restaurant was founded by none other than Shane Osborn, a finalist on Netflix’s The Final Table. This cozy restaurant only holds 24 seats, and they fill up quickly, so make sure to book a table or arrive before peak time.

• Cornerstone, 49 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 6809 9771 (Whatsapp), https://cornerstonehk.net/

MORE LUNCH RESTAURANTS FOR GROUPS AND GIRLFRIENDS:

• Bedu - Modern Mediterranean *POHO
• Babacio - Italian *Central (Tai Kwun) *Outdoor options
• Uma Nota - Brazilian *Central
• Kyoto Joe's - Japanese *Central
• Madame Fu's - Dim Sum *Central
• Café Causette - International *Central
• Café Landmark - International *Central

BEST LUNCHES WITH KIDS IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG:

We wouldn't be Little Steps if we didn't add kid-friendly lunch spots to this list. Kiddos residing in this city have a tonne of options for their picky palate, from pasta to dim sum and more - check out our favorite spots:

PICI: Looking for casual Italian with the kids? Head to Pici for its handmade pasta and other Italian favorites. They also offer awesome combo sets for groups of four or more. It is an efficient way to try and taste almost all on their menu. They currently have 6 locations in Hong Kong, from Hong Kong Island to Kowloon and New Territories!

• Pici, +852 2557 7227, info.lck@pici.hk, https://pici.hk/

FRITES: This Belgium beer spot has been an all-time favorite among Hong Kong families for family-friendly lunches. Kids can enjoy their dedicated kid's menu while the parents dig in the Belgian classics, such as mussels, steak frites, pork knuckle, and more! They have 8 locations across Hong Kong, and their staff is super friendly and efficient.

• FRITES, Locations across Hong Kong, www.frites.hk

YUM CHA: If you're looking for a delicious dim sum with entertainment for the kids throughout the meal, head to Yum Cha! Make sure to pick their famous Hot Custard Buns with googly eyes. Kids can poke the "mouth" with chopsticks, and lava proceeds to flow out of the little bun character. These unique dim sums will surely put a huge smile on your kid's face.

• Yum Cha, Locations across Hong Kong, http://yumchahk.com

MORE LUNCH RESTAURANTS FOR KIDS IN HONG KONG:

• Mr. Wolf - International *Central
• Fini's - Italian *Central
• Amalfitana - Pizza *Central
• Shake Shack IFC - Burgers *Central
• Dragon-i - Dim Sum *Central
• Ciao Chow - Italian *Central (LKF)
• BaseHall - Variety *Central
• Burger Circus - Burgers *Central
• Falcone - Pizza *Central

BABY-FRIENDLY LUNCHES IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN, HONG KONG: *Highchairs

For moms with a baby in tow, there are some fantastic stroller-friendly places in the 852. Whether you're in the mood for a stack of delicious pancakes, some Caribbean food, or Indian food - check out our top spots:

OOLAA: Make your way to Oolaa for a great lunch experience with the little one. They have 4 locations across Hong Kong, their first was opened in 2009 in Soho and their latest in Tseung Kwan O. We love all 4 locations, all are stroller friendly and have baby changing facilities. Make sure to dig in their amazing pancakes as shown in the photo.

• Oolaa, Locations across Hong Kong, https://www.oolaagroup.com/

MR WOLF: A long-time favorite among HK moms. This charming restaurant is located on Queen’s Road Central and boasts a pleasant terrace for al fresco dining. Mr. Wolf serves up an extensive menu of starters, salads, pasta, main dishes, and steaks, with a focused range of sweet treats that will keep everyone happy.

• Mr. Wolf, 5/F, 70 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2526 0838, www.mrwolf.hk

WANT MORE RESTAURANTS IN CENTRAL AND SHEUNG WAN FOR LUNCH?

MORE LUNCH SPOTS IN HONG KONG:

Healthy And Vegetarian Lunch Restaurants In Hong Kong

• Treehouse *Central
• Pop Vegan *SOHO
• Chickpea *Central

Unique Cuisine Lunch Restaurants In Hong Kong

• Chotto Maki - Japanese *Central

Outdoor Lunch Restaurants In Hong Kong

• Babacio - Italian *Central (Tai Kwun)
• Mr. Wolf - International *Central
• Arcane  - European *Central
• Duddell's - Dim Sum *Central
• Gustaci Pizza *PMQ, Central
• Shake Shack IFC - Burgers *Central

Best Burgers For Lunch In Hong Kong

• Beef And Liberty - Burgers! *Central
• Shake Shack IFC - Burgers *Central

Indian Food For Lunch In Hong Kong

• Veda - Indian *Central

Best Sandwich Shops In Hong Kong

• KNEAD - Sandwiches *SOHO
• Morty's Deli - Sandwiches *Central