Tin du lịch Explore Hong Kong and taste the most unique dishes.

Next to Victoria Harbour, Hong Kong Disneyland, or Ocean Park. Don't miss out on an exciting experience with the distinctive dishes here. Let's "sweep away" Hong Kong's cuisine with the enticing dishes below.

Experiencing street food is an unmissable opportunity in Hong Kong. Your trip won't be complete without visiting alleys, upscale restaurants, or affordable street food stalls.

Cheung fun​

Cheung fun is a type of soft, chewy rice roll. They are served with various fillings like char siu pork, shrimp, eggs, beef, or scallions. If you like spicy food, you can drizzle it with homemade sweet sauce or dip it in chili oil. Cheung fun is usually enjoyed in the morning.

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However, they are also considered a fantastic snack in the afternoon or evening. To enjoy authentic cheung fun, Hop Yik Tai will be an ideal spot.

Where to eat: Hop Yik Tai in Sham Shui Po
Location: G/F, 121 Kweilin Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon

Egg waffles (gai daan jai)​

Egg waffles are a special type of cake. They were invented from spoiled eggs! This street food with a strong Hong Kong character has been around since the 1950s. Hong Kong waffles have a honeycomb shape. They are made from eggs, egg milk powder, sugar, and milk.

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Egg waffles are sweet and crispy on the outside, slightly hollow and soft on the inside. Now, you can find egg waffles in various shapes and flavors, drizzled with syrup and topped with cream, fruit, nuts, and gummy candies for extra flavor.

Where to eat: Mammy’s Egg Waffles
Location: Multiple branches in Hong Kong

Tofu pudding (tofu fa)​

Tofu fa or tofu pudding is a beloved summer dish in Hong Kong. It’s a simple and light dish. Made from soy milk, gelatin, and sugar, it has a smooth texture and a sweet taste that is not too rich.

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Enjoying a cup of delicious tofu pudding at Grandma’s Tofu Fa is an interesting experience. This humble shop is located in Tai Po. This eatery serves fragrant tofu pudding for takeout.

Where to eat: Grandma’s Tofu Fa
Location: Shop 2A, Tai Kwong Lane, Tai Po, New Territories

Snake soup (se gang)​

If you enjoy trying new things, order snake soup when visiting Hong Kong. It is a popular winter dish that is beneficial for health, skin, and blood circulation.

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Snake soup is made with snake meat and delicious broth. Hong Kong people often add a lot of spices to this stew. Many say that this dish tastes like chicken but is chewier.

Where to eat: Se Wong Hing
Location: Prince Edward, Hong Kong

Siu mai​

Siu mai is a popular dish that always tops the lists of food lovers. It is found everywhere in Hong Kong, from Michelin-starred restaurants to convenience stores and street food stalls. But do you know where to try the best dim sum?

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That would be at a humble stall in Shau Kei Wan called Lui Jai Kee. For about 35 dollars, you'll get a delicious and full dim sum. Savor this delightful dish with soy sauce and chili oil. It may not be the cheapest dim sum, but the flavor is definitely not "cheap"!

Where to eat: Shau Kei Wan

Curry fish balls​

Curry fish balls are an interesting dish you can't miss. You can easily enjoy them while exploring the streets of Hong Kong. So if you want something tasty and easy to eat, try Hong Kong-style curry fish balls.

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They are sold at most street stalls. The fragrant curry sauce wafting throughout the area will make it hard for you to resist. The fried curry fish balls are soft and chewy, served with a fragrant curry sauce. You'll savor the full and enticing flavor of the curry.

Where to eat: Cheung Chau

Beef offal​

Beef offal may not sound appealing, but once you taste it, you’ll understand why it's one of the favorite street foods in Hong Kong. It’s cooked like a flavorful brisket, served in a bowl filled with various internal parts like liver, heart, kidneys, intestines, and lungs.

Some people enjoy beef offal as a soup, while others prefer it grilled on skewers served with homemade sweet sauce. Whichever way you choose, you must try this refined street food in Hong Kong.

Where to eat: Temple Street Night Market
Location: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong

Steamed buns (Sheng jian bao)​

Continuing the search for the best buns in Hong Kong, look for sheng jian bao. This type of bun will remind you of Taiwan's xiao long bao. Sheng jian bao has less soup than xiao long bao.

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It is also filled with pork and spices, giving it a delicious flavor. These buns are steamed and then pan-fried, creating crispiness and fluffiness in every bite. Enjoy this delightful bun while strolling the streets of Hong Kong!

Where to eat: Cheung Hing Kee
Location: Multiple branches in Hong Kong

Doggie’s Noodles​

Doggie’s Noodles is a type of udon-like noodle filled with mushrooms, dried shrimp, imitation shark fin, and various vegetables. It has a delicious taste that is especially perfect for cold winter nights. With its distinct umami flavor, you'll definitely want to order another bowl. Visit Ning Po to enjoy the best Doggie’s Noodles at Block 18.

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Location: Multiple branches in Hong Kong

Hong Kong-style milk tea​

Last but not least, don't forget to savor the flavor of Hong Kong-style milk tea. Compared to other countries that take pride in their milk tea, Hong Kong's style leans towards the sweeter side. They use sweetened condensed milk and various tea leaves to achieve that tea flavor.

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Hong Kong is bustling with milk tea shops everywhere, but if you want something traditional, look for the milk tea at Chung Kee Cafe. They use traditional methods to brew their milk tea, and you'll easily notice the difference compared to other types of milk tea you've tried before when tasting their version.

Where to eat: Chung Kee Cafe
Location: 1/F, Jardine Centre, 50 Jardine’s Bazaar, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

There are still many dishes and attractions to explore in Hong Kong!