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Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Price | Easy Parking | Wheelchair Friendly🙂 Restroom Cleanliness😠 Pet Friendly | Corkage Fee | Cake Cutting FeeThis popular chain has a new branch in East Point City, which has only been open for a few months. I've already been back three times, largely because of their excellent-value "Duo Set."Although designed for two people, the set is substantial enough to comfortably share among three. It includes:· Soup: A shrimp bisque, which you can upgrade for HK$8 to come with a puff pastry.· Shared Snacks: Two choices from options like vegetables, french fries, or spring rolls. For an extra HK$10-$12, you can select chicken wings or salmon skin.· Mains: Two dishes from a list that includes White Curry Pork Chop Rice/Noodles, White Curry Slow-Cooked Beef Rice, Grilled Chicken Rice, and Tomato Soup Grilled Chicken Noodles.· Beverages: Two standard hot teas or coffees, with the option to pay extra for cold drinks.· Desserts: Two choices, such as a mini chocolate lava cake.The food quality is decent. I found the curry flavor to be just right - not too strong or salty. You can also add items like a white curry burger or extra grilled chicken for an additional cost.A few practical notes: There is no restroom inside the restaurant, but the mall facilities are clean. The mall offers parking, including free hour(s) with a minimum spend. Be aware that the air conditioning is quite strong in some areas, so you may want to choose a table that isn't directly in the airflow.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Price | Restroom Cleanliness | Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage Fee | Easy Parking | Wheelchair Friendly🙂 😠 Pet Friendly This restaurant in Kwun Tong is part of a Hong Kong group that operates several other Chinese and Western restaurants under different names.The building is owned by the restaurant group, which provides a few complimentary parking spaces on the ground floor. Since spots are limited, it's best to call ahead to reserve one. Parking is free for the first two hours. For those not driving, it's a very convenient five-minute walk from Exit A2 of Kwun Tong MTR Station. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible via a lift.Opening hours are from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM daily. They offer a la carte and set meals, with dim sum available at lunch. The value is excellent for the quality and portion sizes.Now, for the food! The signature Char Siu (barbecue pork) is a must-try. The pieces are incredibly thick, almost like a pork chop, and packed with flavor. Another standout was the deep-fried eggplant. The oysters and drunken prawns were decent but didn't quite compare.A nice bonus is that they don't charge corkage or cake-cutting fees, so you're welcome to bring your own wine or cake. The service was also excellent throughout our meal.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Wheelchair Friendly | Price 🙂 Pet Friendly | Restroom Cleanliness😠 Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage Fee | Easy ParkingThis excellent Thai restaurant is conveniently located on the ground floor of Central PMQ, making it easily accessible and wheelchair-friendly. To get there, simply take the MTR to Sheung Wan Station; it's just a nine-minute walk from Exit A2. While parking is limited nearby, metered spots are available a bit farther away.The ambiance is authentic, with classic Thai decor and both indoor and outdoor seating. The pet-friendly outdoor section is a lovely spot to enjoy a meal with some fresh air. Note that the restaurant uses the clean and tidy shared restrooms within the PMQ complex.The menu is a simple one-page affair with reasonable prices. We highly recommend the Fried Red Snapper with Green Mango Salad - the fish was perfectly crispy and paired wonderfully with the sweet and sour sauce. Other standouts include the meaty Shrimp Cake and the flavorful Pad Thai. The Green Curry was a bit watery for our taste, but still enjoyable. Also, please be aware of the corkage and cake-cutting fees, which are waived if you order a bottle of wine or a dessert from them, respectively.Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience with great atmosphere and high-quality food.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Wheelchair Friendly | Pet Friendly🙂 Easy Parking | Price😠 Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage Fee | Restroom CleanlinessThis charming, petite patisserie in Central offers premium French cakes and pastries under the guidance of a renowned executive pastry chef Mr Lionel Bodros- the former Executive Pastry Chef of the Mandarin Oriental hotels in Hong Kong & Tokyo and Joel Robuchon HK.Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:30 am, it's conveniently located a 10-minute walk from Hong Kong MTR Station (Exit C), near Tai Kwun. While there is a nearby car park, it requires a short walk. Please note, the entrance has one step, but wheelchair access should be manageable.The shop is cozy with only 4-5 small tables, so be prepared to queue for dine-in. The pet-friendly policy is a welcome surprise! For those dining in, there is a minimum charge of HK$100 per person and a 10% service charge. Takeaway is also a popular option. Please be aware that no outside food or drinks are permitted, and no public restroom is available.Signature Cakes:· U-shaped Millefeuille (Valrhona Chocolate): HK$128 - Delicious and not overly sweet.· Lemon Meringue Tart: HK$78 - A bold combination of lemon curd, meringue, and hazelnut praline; both very sour and very sweet.· New York Cheesecake: HK$78 - Looks delightful (we didn't try it this time).They also serve a selection of coffee, tea, soda, and seasonal hot or iced drinks.Overall: A cozy spot with lovely, albeit slightly expensive, pastries. Perfect for a high-quality treat.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Price | Restroom Cleanliness | Wheelchair Friendly🙂 Easy Parking😠 Pet Friendly | Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage FeeThis restaurant is an exclusive dining clubhouse for HKU Alumni, open to members only. I've visited a couple of times and have always been impressed with their food, and this visit was no exception. Every dish was delicious!The location is very convenient, right in the heart of Central near Lan Kwai Fong. It‘ just 3 minutes walk from Exit D2 Central MTR Station. The entrance is at street level, and a lift takes you up to the restaurant, making it easily accessible for wheelchair users. The venue itself is bright, clean, tidy, and very cozy.The menu has a great variety and changes from time to time. There are many signature dishes, such as Prawn Toast 蝦多士, Almond Juice and Pig's Lung Soup 杏汁豬白肺湯, Baked Salted Chicken 鹽焗雞, and many more. You can choose from both an à la carte menu and set menus.Some of the most impressive dishes included:· The Stir-Fried Grouper Fillet 油泡龍躉球: The fish was delicious and cut into large, generous pieces.· The Baked Salted Chicken 鹽焗雞: It was incredibly impressive, with crispy, thin skin and tender, perfectly seasoned meat.· The Bean Curd Sheet Rolls 素鵝: This dish was very colorful, and the taste was wonderful, with the different textures and flavors combining perfectly when chewed.· The Candied Crispy Pomelo Peel 糖脆柚皮: This was a surprising and delightful dish. The outside was crispy and coated in a sweet and sour sauce, while the inside was soft.Every single dish we ordered was excellent. The hot dishes were served piping hot, still steaming. Service was also excellent.The restrooms are clean and well-maintained. Note that they charge a corkage fee and a cake-cutting fee of HK$150. Although it's a clubhouse, a 10% service charge is also added to the bill.Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and we enjoyed ourselves immensely.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Price | Easy Access | Restroom Cleanliness | Cake Cutting Fee🙂 Corkage Fee | Easy Parking😠 Pet Friendly | WheelchairThis cozy restaurant has the look of a contemporary Japanese omakase venue but is actually a creative fusion of Japanese, French, and other Asian cuisines. Having returned for a second lunch, I was once again captivated by the experience.The restaurant operates on an omakase ("chef's choice") basis, so there is no detailed menu. This means every visit is full of surprises. For lunch, there are two set options ranging from $680 to $880 per person, which include appetizers, sushi, roll, soup, and dessert. The dinner offering is more extensive at $1680 per person, featuring even more special ingredients like fish maw, abalone, shark‘s fin and varieties.It's essential to inform the chef in advance of any dislikes, dietary restrictions, or allergies so they can tailor the experience to your needs.Location & Ambience:Tucked away on the 22nd floor of a Ginza-style building in Soho, Central, the restaurant is very accessible. It's close to Tai Kwun and just an 8-minute walk from Hong Kong Station MTR Exit C. Please note that there are a few steps at the building's entrance, which may be challenging for wheelchair users.Inside, the atmosphere is warm and intimate. The space is clean and simply decorated, centered around a long sushi counter. With big windows offering a city view, it seats no more than 15 guests at a time, ensuring personalized service. The restroom is notably spacious and clean.The Dining Experience:The service is excellent, with a sufficient number of attentive staff. The executive chef is sincere, polite, and deeply passionate. He is present throughout the meal, cooking, serving, and thoughtfully introducing each dish - often sharing the ingredients, techniques, and even the stories behind them.The cuisine showcases modern techniques, such as wet-aged and dry-aged fish. Dry-aging, used for fish like toro, concentrates the flavor and creates a firmer, more umami-rich texture - a delightful departure from traditional sushi.Standout Dishes:· "Suan Cai Yu" (酸菜魚) Innovation: A creative, boneless take on the classic. The chef used pan-fried yellow croaker (黃魚) with super crispy skin and a creamy, flavorful broth made from the traditional sour fish soup, topped with a dusting of Sichuan pepper (花椒).· Shelless Prawn: The star here was the prawn shell itself, which had been grilled and ground into a powder sprinkled over the tender meat.· Dessert: A whimsical white rabbit candy ice cream, complete with a rice paper "ear" on top - a perfect, nostalgic finish.From large, creamy Japanese oysters to sublime uni (sea urchin) sashimi (馬糞海膽), every dish was a delight. A hot, blended vegetable and fish stock soup was particularly comforting.Overall Impression:My overall experience was full of surprise and satisfaction. The flavors across all dishes were perfectly balanced - never too salty or too sweet - allowing the natural taste of the fresh ingredients to shine. It was an impressive, delicious, and excellent meal from start to finish.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Easy Parking | Easy Access | Price 🙂 Service 😠 Pet Friendly | Restroom Cleanliness | Wheelchair Friendly | Corkage Fee | Cake Cutting Fee | AmbienceThis small shop is a famous spot in Sheung Wan, with a few other branches across Hong Kong. The Sheung Wan branch on Wing Lok Street is at street level, but has a few steps at the entrance, so wheelchair access may be difficult.The shop is cozy with only a few tables, the ambience is simple, and there's no restroom. They also only accept cash, so come prepared.It opens from 11:30am to 8pm everyday except for weekends & public holiday, they open at 12pm.The menu is extensive and includes set meals. For sets over HK$60, you get free-flow, cold, fresh soy milk! I had to order their signature pan-fried pork buns (生煎包), so I chose the hot and sour soup with wonton set (大酸辣湯雲吞) for HK$64. It came with one bun and the free-flow soy milk.The soup portion was huge, filled with six small wontons. It was served piping hot and the flavor was excellent - not too sour and not too spicy. The ingredients were generous, especially the large slices of mushroom, and the wontons were very tasty. Despite its appearance, it was more than enough food.The pork bun looked beautiful with sesame seeds on top and a crispy, golden-brown bottom. It didn't look greasy at all. I took a small bite and - wow! It was extremely hot inside, and juicy broth burst out everywhere! I was so embarrassed, but it was a testament to how juicy the bun was. The flavor was perfectly balanced. Absolutely delicious!The food quality is truly great. I saw other customers eating noodles and deep-fried pork chops, which also looked yummy. I'll have to try them next time!Be aware that the entire shop is served by just one lady outside who handles the cashier and waiter duties, so service can be a bit slow. Patience is required.Despite that, the price-to-performance ratio is excellent. It's easily accessible via the MTR - just get off at Sheung Wan Station and take a 3-minute walk from Exit A2. If you drive, there is metered parking on nearby streets.I will definitely be back to try the noodles and pork chop!…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Parking | Easy Access | Corkage Fee | Price | Restroom Cleanliness | Wheelchair Friendly🙂😠 Pet Friendly | Cake Cutting FeeThis restaurant opens daily from 10 AM to 11 PM and is one of the most well-known eateries on this street 東大街. It serves dim sum in the morning, while lunch and dinner feature a variety of special seafood and other Chinese-style dishes. The owner, a former boat people, ensures a daily supply of fresh seafood. 蜑家 refers to the Tanka people, who are traditionally boat-drwelling communities in southern China. The cooking style is somewhat unique, reflecting the rustic flavors once prepared on fishing boats. It operates like a private kitchen, often offering off-menu dishes based on the day's fresh ingredients - especially wild-caught small fish. Their claypot rice (煲仔飯) is particularly popular in winter.The entrance is at street level, making it wheelchair accessible. For those driving, metered parking is available along the street, and there is also a nearby paid parking lot. If taking the MTR, it's just a 1-minute walk from Exit B2 of Shau Kei Wan Station.Signature dishes include:· Stir-Fried Squid with Spiced Sauce 醬爆吊桶· Clams with Pork Liver 豬膶炒蜆· Steamed Pork Patty with Crab Roe 膏蟹蒸肉餅· Seaweed wrapped with Cuttlefish Paste Roll 紫菜墨魚卷· Mantis Shrimp with Fried Rice Noodle 瀨尿蝦炒腸粉We tried all of them! The dishes were delicious and served piping hot - just how I like it. Although the Stir-Fried Squid was a bit too salty, the rest were absolutely delightful. Overall, most dishes have bold flavors, but the ingredients are undeniably fresh.The service was excellent, and we were offered complimentary desserts at the end of the meal - a very nice touch! The red bean soup (陳皮紅豆沙) stood out as the most memorable.Note: Cake cutting fee is HK$80. For corkage, first bottle corkage fee is waived and will be $100 per bottle thereafter.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Parking | Price | Wheelchair Friendly | Easy Access🙂 Restroom Cleanliness😠 Pet Friendly | Corkage Fee | Cake Cutting FeeThis brand was established in Hangzhou in 2008 and now has approximately 500 branches worldwide. In Hong Kong, it has collaborated with Michelin-starred chef Yu Bin as a consultant, who brings his unique vision for Zhejiang cuisine.There are currently eight branches in Hong Kong, with plans to open more in the future. The one I visited is in the Southside and had only been open for about three months. The restaurant is spacious and features a garden-themed decor. The ambiance is very green and natural, yet overall it feels clean and cozy.The service was excellent and the staff were very attentive. The price-performance ratio is extremely good. Although the portion sizes are not large, they are well-portioned and sufficient for a small group. The food quality is high, and the flavors are well-balanced—not too salty nor too sweet.As this branch is still quite new, it does not yet have an alcohol license, so it's not recommended to bring your own wine. They also charge a cake-cutting fee.The restaurant is located on the third floor of a mall, which offers plenty of parking. Being on the same level as the entrance is very convenient, including for wheelchair users. There are also lifts for access to other floors. If you are taking the MTR, alight at Wong Chuk Hang Station, take Exit B, and it's just a two-minute walk.They offer a free membership program. New members receive an immediate HK$50 coupon, and every purchase accumulates points for future redemption.Overall, it was a great dining experience for a casual dinner. I will definitely visit again and may also try some of their other branches.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Parking | Price | Wheelchair Friendly | Easy Access🙂 Restroom Cleanliness | Cake Cutting Fee😠 Pet Friendly | Corkage FeeThis restaurant is located in a shopping mall in Tseung Kwan O. It's very easy to access via the MTR; simply get off at Hang Hau Station and use Exit A1. For those driving, the mall offers ample parking, which is free after a minimum spending amount.The restaurant is wheelchair accessible via a lift. The service is excellent, but note that there are no restrooms inside the restaurant itself - you must use the mall's facilities, which are well-maintained and regularly cleaned.I've visited this restaurant many times, mostly for lunch. They offer set menus for parties of two or four, which provide a wide variety of dishes and very generous portions. For a party of three, the set for two is usually sufficient, and we often have leftovers to take away.The food is excellent. I highly recommend the drunken chicken and the deep-fried yellow fish. Their dumplings are also great, particularly the "jumbo dumpling," which is a must-try item not included in the set menus. To eat it, you first drink the soup inside through a straw before eating the filling. There is corkage charged for $100 per bottle and $50 per cake. The cake cutting fee can be waived if one order of dessert is placed.Overall, it offers great value for money and has a pleasant ambience. It's one of our go-to choices when we're in the mood for Shanghainese food.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Easy Parking | Restroom Cleanliness | Price | Corkage Fee | Cake Cutting Fee | Wheelchair🙂 😠 Pet Friendly This seafood restaurant is located in Lei Yue Mun, an area famous for its fresh seafood. Like many places here, the common practice is to buy your own seafood from one of the nearby shops and then choose a restaurant to cook it for you. This restaurant also has a full menu of other dishes you can order directly.A key advantage of this particular restaurant is its location on Hoi Pong Road West, right at the entrance of Lei Yue Mun. This means you can avoid walking through the wet market alleys. The venue itself is clean, tidy, and bright, spread across two stories with a street-level entrance that is wheelchair accessible. It is also conveniently close to an indoor parking lot, with both indoor and outdoor public parking available nearby.They are open daily from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM. The service is good, and the prices are reasonable. They are also accommodating about cake cutting and corkage fees, waiving them as long as you don't bring an excessive amount.Now, for the most important part - the food! Every seafood dish we tried was delicious. Standouts include the steamed fish, king crab, and abalone. We also ordered two raw dishes: the spot prawns and geoduck. They were impeccably cleaned, perfectly chilled, and absolutely yummy. The deep-fried mantis shrimp was another winner - rich in flavor, crispy on the outside, and not overcooked, so the meat inside remained incredibly juicy. The fish soup was also excellent: flavorful but not salty. From the restaurant's own kitchen, we tried the roast pig; the skin was wonderfully crispy and the meat was very tender.I've been to this restaurant many times and have never been disappointed. I can't wait to go back!…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Price | Easy Access | Easy Parking | Wheelchair | Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage Fee 🙂 Service | Ambience😠 Pet Friendly | Restroom CleanlinessThis Guangdong-style restaurant in Sheung Wan operates daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It's particularly famous for its traditional dim sum service in the morning and afternoon. The dining experience is classic and lively: steamers are packed with a wide variety of dim sum, which is served from trolleys pushed by staff throughout the venue. There's also a dedicated counter for fresh deep-fried dishes.The billing system uses a card system where servers mark off items in different price categories as you select them. When you're finished, your total is calculated based on these marks manually.The food is consistently tasty and served hot. However, the venue, including the restrooms, isn't the cleanest, and the service is just average. The excellent prices are a major draw. The restaurant is accessible via a lift or staircase, though when busy, using the stairs is faster than waiting for the lift. It's easily reached by tram, bus, or minibus. For MTR users, it's a 5-minute walk from Sai Ying Pun Station (Exit A1). Limited meter parking is available on the back street.In the evening, they switch to a menu of Cantonese dishes. A notable perk is that they do not charge corkage or cake-cutting fees. The dining area spans the second and third floors. There is no service charge, but a tea charge of HK$16 per person applies. Be aware that a 10% service charge is added for private room bookings.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Service | Easy Access | Easy Parking | Restroom Cleanliness🙂 Price | Wheelchair😠 Pet Friendly | Corkage Fee | Cake Cutting FeeThis charming French patisserie, which recently added a dine-in area about two months ago, was previously take-away only. Their cakes are truly special and delicious. While larger cakes require advance ordering, individual portions are available for purchase on the spot.The shop is closed every Monday but open all other days. It's located at street level, though the entrance has two steps, making access inconvenient for wheelchairs. You can find metered parking nearby, or take the MTR to Sheung Wan Station; it's just a six-minute walk from Exit A2.Inside, the restroom is very clean, and there's a small area selling souvenirs like coffee cups and plates, though the prices are a bit high. They serve a selection of tea, coffee, and even ginger ale, making it a lovely spot for afternoon tea. It's a cozy venue perfect for a chat with friends.While the prices are relatively high, they are justified by the exquisite flavor and beautiful decoration of the cakes. A notable feature is that they are not too sweet, but just right. We sampled several flavors, including grape, pistachio, chocolate, and fig - all were wonderfully fresh and delicious!…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Price | Service | Easy Access | Easy Parking | Wheelchair | Restroom Cleanliness🙂 Cake Cutting Fee | Corkage Fee 😠 Pet Friendly Tucked away in Kowloon City's vibrant Thai restaurant district, this establishment has been a local fixture for years, though this was my first visit. The ambience was pleasant, and the venue was clean and tidy.Their extensive menu offers a wide variety of dishes, from meat and seafood to salads, noodles, and rice. We managed to order four dishes just before their 10 pm closing time. Surprisingly, every single one was excellent and packed with fantastic flavor. I enjoyed them all, but the lettuce wraps and the pomelo salad were truly outstanding.The minced pork in the lettuce wraps was delicious, with a perfect balance of sour and spicy notes that was beautifully complemented by the cool, crisp lettuce. Even after we'd been eating for a while, the dish remained piping hot. The pomelo salad was also a highlight. Unlike many versions where the pomelo is sparse and shredded into tiny pieces, this one featured generous, large chunks of fruit that were clearly visible and full of flavor.The restaurant is very accessible. It comprises two street-level shops located close to each other, making it wheelchair-friendly. There is plenty of metered parking nearby, or you can take the MTR to Sung Wong Toi Station; it's just a two-minute walk from Exit B2.A couple of practical notes: they are open every day, and they accept credit cards. However, for bills of $500 or less, payment is cash-only. Corkage fee is $50 per bottle and cake cutting is also $50.Additional pluses include clean restroom facilities, good service, and excellent value for money. I will definitely be returning to try more of their dishes.…Read More

Chef Ecy’s Dining Experience:🥰 Food | Ambience | Price | Restroom Cleanliness | Service | Easy Access | Wheelchair Friendly🙂 Corkage Fee | Easy Parking😠 Pet Friendly | Cake Cutting FeeTucked away in Tsim Sha Tsui, this newly opened French private kitchen offers an intimate and cozy dining experience. Helmed by Japanese chef Nihonyanagi San, the restaurant operates exclusively for dinner with a pre-set menu.We opted for the $480 HKD set dinner, which included a choice of Starter, Main, and Dessert. The chef prepares everything masterfully right before your eyes. Dishes were beautifully garnished and delicious. Standouts included a rich, creamy cold pumpkin soup, incredibly crispy deep-fried beef honeycomb tripe, and an exceptional duck pâté with visible meat. The foie gras, seared from raw to plate at the counter, was a highlight.We also enjoyed the wine pairing ($380-$490 HKD), which featured excellent unfiltered sparkling, white, and red wines matched to the courses. Desserts, like the chocolate terrine with Chinese wine ice cream, were uniquely delightful.The service and ambiance were excellent. The venue is easily accessible from Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station (4-minute walk from Exit B2) and is wheelchair-friendly. Note that premium items like Wagyu beef, Lobster, Foie Gras carry an additional charge, and advance booking (often with a deposit) is essential. Corkage is waived with the purchase of a bottle from their list. Cake cutting fees applied at $150 per cake. It's an outstanding meal well worth the price.…Read More