Looking for a frosty pick-me-up or some creamy sweet indulgence? These milkshakes in Hong Kong come best shaken, not stirred.
Everyone knows that in Hong Kong, bubble tea is king. But what about that other sweet, icy, and indulgent drink? Yep, we’re talking about the milkshake! The perfect companion for a juicy burger or a sugary sweet pick-me-up to order in on a gloomy day, a creamy milkshake is hard to beat. Capturing more fans everyday across the 852, milkshakes can be found in increasingly creative iterations at eateries around town. Although we wouldn’t recommend hitting all these spots in one day, guzzling down at least one of the best milkshakes in Hong Kong will be enough to put you in a gratifying sugar coma by nightfall. Grab a straw, Honeys!
Shake it up with the best milkshakes in Hong Kong
1. Fatties Diner
If you’re in search of the most Instagram-worthy milkshakes in Hong Kong, look no further than Fatties Diner. With added confectionaries and decorations, these heaping shakes are truly a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach. While the pasta and croffle selections on the menu are worth a try, the Fatties Pancakes made with Hokkaido milk are the way to go when you want to jump headfirst into sugary heaven. Having trouble choosing from the Lotus Biscoff Caramel Milkshake, Hong Kong Coconut Milk Red Bean Milkshake, or Purple Glutinous Rice and Tao Milkshake? Bring a group (including your furry friends) and order a bit of everything!
Fatties Diner, 22 King Street, Tai Hang, Hong Kong, p. 6114 7689
2. No Milkshake No Life
As the name suggests, No Milkshake No Life does not mess around when it comes to a tall glass of sugary delight. Prepare for an unforgettable food coma after a comforting feast at this casual diner. NMNL’s Wagyu Cheese and Egg Burger with Cajun Fries, Spicy Sichuan Shredded Chicken Grilled Cheese with Cajun Fries, and the Signature Pancake Burger are tailormade to be chowed down alongside the best milkshakes in Hong Kong. Talented “milkshakers” will crank out glasses of the Caramel Peanut Butter Real Bacon, Coffee Oreo, and Key Lime Pie to satisfy your sweet tooth!
No Milkshake No Life has locations in Sai Ying Pun and Sham Shui Po.
3. Shake Shack
While you may have been too distracted by Shake Shack’s juicy, delicious burgers (we don’t blame you!), milkshakes are literally in the name of this beloved New York City-based chain. Hand-spun shakes come in traditional flavours like vanilla and chocolate, as well as occasional inventive seasonal specials. You’ll find milkshakes in the purest form here at Shake Shack, with no-frills cups of frosty delights that are reliably toothsome no matter the location or occasion.
Shake Shack has locations across Hong Kong.
4. Burger Circus
If you’ve taken a stroll through the streets of Central before, the classic neon sign of Burger Circus may have likely caught your eye. Modelled after the classic, mid-century Americana diner, Burger Circus features some of the best smashed USDA Prime burgers in town. Meanwhile, the house-made milkshakes look and taste like they’ve come straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting with their all-American charm. In addition to vanilla, chocolate, and daily flavours, these are some of the few milkshakes in Hong Kong that can come boozy or candied. Next time you’re on your way to LKF, be sure to duck into Burger Circus for an Americana milkshake with a special kick!
Burger Circus, 22 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, p. 2878 7787
5. Beef & Liberty
Beef & Liberty will be the first to tell you that its Liberty Milkshakes have no milk in them. Instead, these chilly treats are full of three luxurious scoops of XTC Gelato with a shot of thick cream. The ideal spot for a casual family meal, the little ones can sip on the Classic or Oreo 89 while the adults secretly imbibe in a spiked shake like the Midnight Wake Up or Southern Slur. One of the best things about Beef & Liberty is that options from its plant-based sister brand, Leaves & Liberty, are also readily available at the restaurant – so you can file this indulgence as a “healthy” one!
Beef & Liberty has locations across Hong Kong.
6. The Diner
Providing a traditional American diner experience right in the heart of Central, The Diner is full of classic red booths and diner grub. Along with signature burgers like the Dime Burger, small plates like Korean Fried Chicken, Skillet Nachos, and Cauli Bombs are available alongside Blue Plate Specials. Additionally, in true American diner fashion, the milkshakes here are no joke. Whether you go for the Strawberry Milkshake or the Peanut Nutter Butter Milkshake, you can expect a creamy jewel that always hits the spot.
The Diner, 46 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong, p. 3585 7455
7. Five Guys
Stare down the barrel of your next favourite milkshake when you visit Five Guys. By selecting your own mix-ins like bacon, Oreo pieces, peanut butter, and bananas, you can create your very own perfect shake. With a highly customisable menu, including burgers where you can choose as many toppings as you want, Five Guys makes fast food just that much more special. A convenient to-go option, Five Guys’ milkshakes give any day a dose of sweetness.
Five Guys has locations across Hong Kong.
