Start your Causeway Bay restaurants crawl now.
Causeway Bay is an absolute playground for your taste buds, and I’m constantly discovering new gems and old favourites that keep me coming back for more. Whether you’re craving authentic Sichuan hotpot, Michelin-starred fine dining, a cozy coffee spot, or a unique Japanese experience, Causeway Bay truly has it all. I’ve rounded up my top picks for Causeway Bay restaurants – get ready to plan your next delicious adventure!
Causeway Bay restaurants: Where to eat
1. Shari Shari Kakigori House
In a city that’s no stranger to a few scorching months out of the year, indulging in some shaved ice is more than a few Hong Kongers’ cool-down method of choice. A crowd favourite (evidenced by the queue often found outside), Shari Shari Kakigori House specialises in Japanese shaved ice (kakigori) that’s as photogenic as it is delicious. These sweet behemoths of fluffy ice come in a wide range of flavours, including a few seasonal hits. The Strawberries Special is a particularly delicious pick with its delightful candy-pink colour.
Shari Shari Kakigori House (Causeway Bay), G/F, 13 Caroline Hill Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2529 1223
2. Yorucho
When I’m craving for izakaya vibes Causeway Bay with an innovative twist, I go to the recently opened Yorucho. With a minimalist and fairly traditional interior, this establishment offers a menu with quite the opposite personality to its appearances. Think nori tacos with red prawn oil and kiwi glaze for robata-grilled options. Classics like sushi and sashimi dishes are also top-notch. The restaurant hides within a speakeasy named Madara, where you can enjoy nostalgic tipples with Japanese twists.
Must-try items: Ox Tongue, Sweetcorn Tempura, 72-hour Beef Bone Soup Noodle
How much: From $401 per person
Opening hours: Tue – Sun, 6pm – 11pm
Phone number: 8401 3785
Address: Yorucho, 16/F, Circle Tower, 28 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
3. Little Bao Diner
A little bao here and a little bao there – it’s tough to pick a favourite from top Hong Kong chef May Chow’s Little Bao Diner. The Pork Belly Bao is always a fave of ours, but if you’re feeling adventurous, you should try the Sloppy Chan Bao or the Poached Beef Tongue Pickled Ginger Salad from the June 2024 seasonal menu. In addition to scrumptious sides like the Drunken Clams and Shrimp Tacos, the Menu for Two option is a great deal for maximum eats with minimal spending. Make sure you top off your meal with a dessert bao, though be warned: if you take too long to Instagram your ice-cream bao, it’ll melt before you can get a bite in!
Little Bao Diner, Shop H1, G/F, Fashion Walk, 9 Kingston Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2555 0600
4. Roganic
With such a wide range of wallet-friendly options, Causeway Bay is less known for its fine dine offerings, but I continuously visit the neighbourhood just to enjoy an always mindblowing experience at Roganicdelivers. With a focus on seasonality and sustainability, this Michelin-starred kitchen (that also has a Michelin Green Star in its pocket) consistently presents modern British creations that arouse all your senses, marrying premium produce with innovative techniques that prove, time and time again, why, under the leadership of Simon Rogan, Chef Oli Marlow and his team remain the trailblazers in the culinary realm of our city. This is honestly the best restaurant to visit if you’re looking for non-alcoholic beverage pairing for food – even wine enthusiasts are known to opt for the unique mocktail-style concoctions when they visit this establishment.
Must-try items: Oolong-cured Trout with Hawthorn, Seaweed Custard with Eel, Three Yellow Chicken
How much: From $1380 per person
Opening hours: Wed – Sun, 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9pm
Phone number: 2817 8383
Address: Roganic, Shop 402 – 403, 4/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
5. Aire
Summer always makes me crave an icy tipple of sangria, and recently I’ve been running to Aire to get my fix! With an expansive terrace, you can enjoy comfortable alfresco dining at this Spanish establishment in a city where open space is limited. I love the lively Mediterranean ambiance and warm Iberian hospitality that mirror the fiery flavours of Basque grill specialties found on the menu – a meal here feels like you’ve been transported to Basque Country for a mini vacay. Plus, their newly launched business lunch offers exceptional value, so keep them in mind if you work in the area!
Must-try items: Spanish potato“tortilla”, Chorizo and Mozzarella, South China Sea Turbot In Seafood Stew
How much: From $248 per person (lunch); from $401 per person (a la carte)
Opening hours: Wed – Sun, 12pm – 2pm, 6pm – 9pm
Phone number: 2866 3286
Address: Aire, Shop 301B – 302, 3/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
6. Leela
If you’re craving Indian food and looking for a more refined experience, come to Leela. Located within Lee Garden Three, the restaurant has a minimal but sophisticated aesthetic, making it a versatile venue for everyday and special occasions. Led by Executive Chef Manav Tuli, previously from the acclaimed CHAAT, Leela offers modern reimagination of traditional, sometimes ancient, recipes from different regions of India. This is the spot I take friends or families who aren’t familiar with the cuisine, as it promises a memorable experience every time!
Must-try items: Tasting Menu
How much: From $988 per person
Opening hours: Thu – Sun, 12 – 3:30pm (lunch); Mon – Sun, 5:30 – 10:45pm
Phone number: 2882 5316
Address: Leela, Shop 301 – 303, Lee Garden Three, 1 Sunning Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
7. Aladin Mess
Spent all your dough on a shopping spree? Refuel at Aladin Mess for wallet-friendly eats. The halal-certified eatery serves Indian and Pakistani food, offering delicious items such as chicken tikka, garlic naan, and fresh mango lassi.
Find out where you can find other certified halal restaurants in Hong Kong.
Aladin Mess, 2/F, 60 Russell Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2808 0250
8. shoo loong kan
Hey spice lovers! Guess what? Shoo Loong Kan, the viral Sichuan hot pot joint from Chengdu, has just opened its first location in Hong Kong! Opening their doors just last month at Lee Theatre Plaza in Causeway Bay, they’re serving signature soup bases and fillings that made the brand a household name in mainland China. So, expect long lines when you visit; the authentic Sichuan experience is definitely worth the wait!
Must-try items: Supreme Beef Tallow Spicy Broth, Volcanic Spiced Beef, Shoo Loong Kan Nine Treasures, Panda Noodles
How much: Soup bases range from $98; individual dishes from $19
Opening hours: 12 – 11pm everyday
Phone number: 9071 1207
Address: 17A, Lee Theatre Plaza, 99 Percival Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
9. Via Tokyo
Mad about matcha? Get lost in matcha heaven at Via Tokyo, a Japanese dessert café specialising in green tea everything. Think Matcha Eclair, Matcha Mielle Feuille, Matcha Lava Cake, or – our personal favourite – the Matcha Affogato. A great pit stop before or after searching for where to eat in Causeway Bay, or after a serious shopping session, its Japanese soft serves in royal milk tea or black sesame flavour are perfect for cooling off.
Via Tokyo also makes it to our lists of best matcha desserts and ice creams in the city.
Via Tokyo, Shop 1A-1B, G/F, Leishun Court, 106-126 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2895 1116
10. Grindie
Grindie, one of my favourite local dessert shops, has expanded to Hong Kong Island with a beautiful location in Causeway Bay. An all-day dining destination, Grindie offers endless choices for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts. I always look forward to new innovative pastries that keep popping up on their rotational menu!
Must-try items: Pistachio French Butter Croissant, Pistachio Coffee/Latte, Peach Sorbet
How much: Baked goods and coffee sets from $42, ; individual items from $32
Opening hours: 8 – 12am everyday
Phone number: 3689 5529
Address: Shop 3 – 7, G/F, Empire Court, 2 – 4 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
11. Sichuan Rouge
As a chilli lover, I’m always on the hunt for new spicy spots to try, and the one that came up on my radar that I absolutely love is Sichuan Rouge. Newly opened in Soundwill Plaza II, Midtown, this beautiful restaurant serves refined Sichuan cuisine in a dimly lit – and, dare I say, romantic – setting that offers a pleasantly different dining experience than your average bright and buzzing Chinese establishment. Helmed by acclaimed chef Hu Taiqing and local veteran Kenny Chan Kai Tak, a rich tapestry of flavours, that goes far beyond just ‘mala’, can be sampled in every meticulously crafted plate.
Must-try items: Chilled Razor Clam with Sichuan Peppercorn and Mint, Sliced Beef and Ox Tripe in Chilli Sauce, Stir-Fried Coral Lobster Mapo Tofu, Sichuan Style Boiled Angus Beef, Black Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake.
How much: Appetizers from $98; Soups from $88 per person; Main dishes from $158 Desserts from $48.
Opening hours: Mon – Sat, 12 – 3pm (lunch), 5:30pm – 2am (dinner); Sun, 12 – 3pm (lunch), 5:30pm – 1am (dinner)
Phone number: 9370 6345
Address: 27/F, Soundwill Plaza II, Midtown, 1 – 29 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
12. Le-Ta-Su
This one’s for lobster lovers and my fellow antisocial introverts. Le-Te-Su, Tokyo’s hugely popular solo hotpot restaurant, has landed in Times Square! I’m thoroughly enjoyed their solo shabu shabu concept, and the all-you-can-eat menu is what keeps me coming back for more.
Must-try items: Lobster Bisque Set with Japanese Wagyu Brisket & US Pork Loin, Kiwami Bonito Dashi, Lobster Bisque Soft Serve
How much: Lobster Bisque Set from $128
Opening hours: 11:30am –10:30pm everyday
Phone number: 2813 6728
Address: Shop B213 – B214, Basement 2, Times Square, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
13. Unagi Yondaime Kikukawai
No fuss, no frills, Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa does one thing and does it fantastically – traditional Japanese eel gastronomy. The presentation of every dish is so perfect, you’d think you’re eating straight out of a Ghibli anime food scene. My favourite thing to order here is the “Ichihonju” set features a whole grilled eel. Grilled to absolute perfection, the eel is tender with just the right chew and dressed in a rich umami glaze with crispy charred edges all around the fish. My advice is: run, don’t walk!
Must-try items: Tempura Platter, Unagi Spring Rolls, Ichihonju
How much: From $201 per person
Opening hours: Mon – Sun, 11:30am – 3pm (lunch), 5:30 – 9:30pm (dinner); Sat – Sun, 11:30am – 3:30pm (lunch), 5:30 – 9:30pm (dinner)
Phone number: 3590 8997
Address: Shop 401A, 4/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay,Hong Kong
Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa website
14. Ganto Gelato
Walking around Causeway Bay is quite a challenge in this summer heat, so head to Ganto Gelato if you’re looking to cool off! This quaint little shop masterfully blends the art of Italian gelato with unique local and Cantonese-inspired flavours. Each scoop is rich and creamy in consistency and explodes with flavour in every lick. I keep coming back to see if they have new items on the menu, as options are constantly added to keep things fresh. Keep an eye on their website for updates on their upcoming New Territories location!
Must-try items: Creme brulee, Mango Sticky Rice, Thai Tea
How much: Below $50 per scoop
Opening hours: Mon – Thu and Sun, 12:30 – 9:30pm; Fri – Sat, 12:30 – 10:30pm
Phone number: 6090 5848
Address: Ganto Gelato, Shop G08, G/F, Leighton Centre, 77 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of cuisine can I expect from these new Causeway Bay restaurants?
You're in for a treat with a diverse range! Shoo Loong Kan brings authentic, spicy Sichuan hot pot. Grindie is your go-to for unique dessert creations and pistachio-themed pastries and coffee. Sichuan Rouge offers refined and complex Sichuan cuisine that goes beyond just 'mala' spice. And LE-TA-SU introduces the popular solo Japanese shabu shabu experience. There's truly something for every craving!
Are these new spots suitable for different dining preferences, like solo dining or groups?
Absolutely! LE-TA-SU is specifically designed for solo hotpot enjoyment, perfect if you're looking for some "hotpot freedom." Shoo Loong Kan and Sichuan Rouge are excellent choices for groups, offering a fantastic atmosphere for sharing and experiencing diverse dishes. Grindie, with its extended hours and cozy ambiance, works for both quick solo visits or relaxed meet-ups with friends over coffee and desserts.
Are there any special offers or unique features at these new restaurants right now?
Yes! For a limited time, Grindie is offering a buy-one-get-one deal on their Pistachio Coffee and Latte every Tuesday and Thursday. LE-TA-SU is celebrating its anniversary with a special "Lobster Bisque Set" and a unique Lobster Bisque Soft Serve from July 9th through early September. Shoo Loong Kan offered grand opening discounts on food items (40% off on June 26th, 30% off on June 27th, and 20% off on June 28th), so keep an eye out for future promotions! Don't forget Grindie's new membership program for instant cash vouchers too!
