Here are all the hot new restaurants in Hong Kong in 2025 you need to be on the lookout for!
We’re all about food here at Honeycombers, and we bet foodies like you are, too! From the healthiest breakfasts to the best brunches and the fanciest afternoon teas, we know all the latest hubbub in the Hong Kong dining scene. Hungry for more? Let’s tuck into the January 2025 edition of the best new restaurants in Hong Kong.
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New restaurants in Hong Kong 2025 – January edition
Torikizoku
If you ever need an excuse to go to Tuen Mun, this is it! Popular Japanese yakitori and izakaya brand, Torikizoku, is opening its first store in Hong Kong this month. The new restaurant boasts an expansive interior and energetic decor that are ideal for small and large group dining. On the menu is a diverse selection of yakitori items as well as appetisers, rice, noodles, and desserts. In particular, Torikizoku’s chicken skewers make the perfect accompaniment to its extensive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Torikizoku, Shop 1108-1111, 1/F, Tuen Mun Town Plaza Phase 1, 1 Tuen Shun Street, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
Saemaeul Sikdang
Following the popularity of hit Netflix show Culinary Class Wars, judge and restaurant mogul, Baek Jong-won, is bringing his international chain to Hong Kong. Saemaeul Sikdang serves a menu of authentic Korean hot and cold dishes. You’ll find everything from home-style Haemul Buchu Jeon (seafood and chives pancake) to lavish Charcoal Grilled Thinly Sliced Pork. Whether you’re hunkering down for a meal with your family or passing around a few chimaeks between friends, this new restaurant in Hong Kong has you covered.
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Saemaeul Sikdang, Shop 101, 1/F, Multifield Plaza, 3–7 Prat Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Not 2 Sweet
Attention, fellow barflies, a new cocktail bar has opened in Central! Located on Peel Street, Not 2 Sweet is an unpretentious bar boasting an eclectic flair. It serves a menu of experimental concoctions like the bourdon-based Not Too Smoky! and gin-based Gandhi’s Crack Pipe. What’s more, there’s a seasonal menu featuring even more eccentric cocktails. In particular, the Spicy Chick Ramen is a must-try for adventurous eaters. A mysterious assortment of ingredients goes into this unique drink, including tequila, absinthe, and much more. You’ll also find a selection of comfort foods to pair with your drink, with happy hour discounts for you to take advantage of.
Not 2 Sweet, 33 Peel Street, Central, Hong Kong
Aire
Set to open in Lee Gardens in January, Aire is a new addition to Hong Kong’s Spanish dining scene. Serving a diverse, ingredient-driven menu of Mediterranean delights, it offers iconic Spanish dishes alongside Basque grill items at Aire. A must-try is the paella-like Iberico Pork Rice made with jet-fresh ingredients from the Basque country. On the other hand, the Octopus “a la gallega” with Smoked Potatoes offers a burst of flavour with every bite. In addition to food offerings, Aire’s drinks menu features exceptional pairings like homemade sangria and Spanish wines that guarantee to elevate your meal.
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Aire, Shop No. 301B, 302, 3/F, Lee Garden One, 33 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2866 3286
Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant reopens in Causeway Bay
Beloved local icon, Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant, is reopening in its original location in Causeway Bay! Having served the neighbourhood no fuss Chiu Chow cuisine since 1967, the new restaurant returns under new management to pay tribute to classic flavours with innovative twists. Dishes like Soyed Beef Skirt Steak, Dai Siu’s Smoked Eel, and Stir-Fried Chao Shan Clam Meat with Lettuce Wrap showcase distinctive Chiu Chow flavours. On the other hand, dishes like the Braised Giant Grouper with Pepper in Pot and Eight Treasures Stuffed in Pig’s Stomach perfectly encapsulate the innovative spirit of Pak Loh’s new direction.
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Pak Loh Chiu Chow Restaurant, G/F, 23-25 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2576 8886
Hopewell Mall opens with a range of dining options
Following its recent opening in late December 2024, Hopewell Mall is now home to a variety of restaurants and eateries you won’t want to miss. Lounge with a cup of coffee in hand at the Showa-inspired cafe and restaurant, Seiko Kissa and Yoshoku, or treat yourself to elevated Japanese fare at The Yuu. In addition to restaurants, Hopewell Mall also boasts various spots for light meals. These include Otters in a Pot, which is a bubble tea joint serving a diverse selection of small bites and snacks alongside its boba. Another great place for a quick bite is One Small Step, a family-friendly establishment complete with a play area designed for your little one’s enjoyment.
Seiko Kissa and Yoshoku, Shop 409-410, 4/F, Hopewell Mall, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2813 9113
The Yuu, Shop 320-321, 3/F, Hopewell Mall, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2861 2023
Otters in a Pot, Shop 4A, 4/F, Hopewell Mall, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 6752 4550
One Small Step, Shop 612, 6/F, Hopewell Mall, 183 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 6931 1731
Hanoi 21
If you love Vietnamese food, you’ll enjoy what Hanoi 21 has to offer. This new restaurant in Hong Kong serves a menu that pays tribute to the country’s South-East Asian and French colonial history. Stepping into Hanoi 21, you’ll find yourself immersed in a laid-back and cosy interior that sets the stage for a perfect meal. Apart from iconic Vietnamese items like banh mi, pho, and spring rolls, you’ll also find dishes with a blend of Cambodian, Chinese, and French flavours at Hanoi 21.
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Hanoi 21, 15 Tbay, Shop G12, 9 Yi Tung Road, Tung Chung, Hong Kong, p. 2777 8980
Marmo Bistro
Elegant French restaurant Marmo Bistro is opening in Rosewood Hong Kong! This new bistro concept injects freshness into the hotel’s long-standing line-up of dining options. Specialising in elevated French cuisine, Marmo Bistro serves a compact menu of 23 dishes alongside a rotating seasonal menu. Highlighted dishes include the rich Foie Gras Torchon, Gratinee a L’oignon (beef broth onion soup), and Sole Meuniere (sole pan-fried in butter). Finally, don’t forget to leave room for one (or two!) of six desserts on offer. The Tarte Tropezienne is a definite must-try!
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Marmo Bistro, Ground Floor, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 3891 8732
