Best cafes in Hong Kong
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Best cafes in Hong Kong — specialty coffee, Japanese-style cafes and dessert spots curated by NotNock.
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Café Sausalito
Café Sausalito is a long-running independent cafe on Tai Nan Street in Sham Shui Po, with house-roasted coffee, bagels, and sit-down seating. A grounded Sham Shui Po cafe for browsing the neighbourhood then lingering over coffee.
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Brew Dog Coffee Co.
Brew Dog Coffee Co. is an independent cafe inside Maxgrand Plaza in San Po Kong, serving specialty coffee with pasta and desserts. A comfortable sit-down San Po Kong cafe for a low-key East Kowloon date.
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Black Sugar Coffee & Lifestyle
Black Sugar in Whampoa Garden is a woodsy cafe for all-day breakfast, eggs Benedict, and specialty coffee — an easy daytime 紅磡cafe date before a walk around the estate. Call 3165 8825.
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UFUFU COFFEE & SWEETS
UFUFU COFFEE & SWEETS brings Saga café culture to Tsuen Wan Plaza — omurice, pasta, burgers, carefully brewed coffee, and Japanese pastry-chef desserts. Soft seating and a leisurely pace suit a weekend 荃灣cafe date after shopping downstairs.
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Backyard Bistro 山外·同枱
Backyard Bistro (山外·同枱) soft-opened inside the red-brick heritage Jao Tsung-I Academy in Mei Foo — cottage-style warmth with Western technique over seasonal local produce, from fermented-bean-curd fettuccine to Sichuan-herb pesto chicken. Soft-opening hours roughly 11:00–14:30 and 18:00–22:00; book on 6876 5284. A garden-heritage date dinner away from mall dining.
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Café Lemo
Café Lemo is a newly opened two-floor French-inspired cafe on High Street in Sai Ying Pun — art-filled walls downstairs, vintage mood upstairs, and a menu with French omelettes, coffee, and desserts like apple crumble. Cosy enough for a slow afternoon date away from the main Sai Ying Pun strip. Typical hours around 10:00–18:00; follow @cafelemohk for the latest.
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Brown Heart
Brown Heart is a new Korean-style neighbourhood cafe on Queen's Road West in Sai Ying Pun — coffee, light meals, desserts, and a bright shopfront tucked into Kin Hing Building. Soft-opened mid-July 2026 as a community hub with K-style vibes and a Japanese touch. Easy Western District pit stop for a casual date coffee; follow @brownheart.hk for hours.
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Le Goûter
Le Goûter is a charming French-inspired café nestled in Kennedy Town, Hong Kong. This cozy establishment specializes in exquisite French pastries, handmade desserts, and quality coffee. Founded by Escoffier graduates, the café offers a delightful array of treats including their popular Basque cheesecake and seasonal dessert creations. With its welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail, Le Goûter provides a perfect spot for dessert enthusiasts and coffee lovers alike. Operating Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, this hidden gem brings a touch of Parisian café culture to Kennedy Town's vibrant food scene.
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Passepartout Brunch & Coffee
Passepartout is a Western all-day breakfast and coffee shop located in Jordan, Hong Kong. The café offers signature dishes including Yorkshire, Steveston, and Bangkok in a relaxed atmosphere. With a British café influence, Passepartout provides a hidden brunch spot in the bustling Jordan area. The restaurant has received a 3.8/5 rating on Tripadvisor and is known for its relaxing weekday ambiance and coffee offerings.
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The Chas Long Long Ago
The Chas Long Long Ago (老去茶事) is a unique vintage-style tea cafe located in Tai Wai, specializing in tea-infused cuisine and innovative tea cocktails. This charming establishment offers a distinctive dining experience with their tea specialty menus and delicate meal sets that have made it a top choice in the Tai Wai area. The cafe features creative dishes such as tea-smoked chicken, roasted oolong latte, and signature tea cocktail sets that include a special drink, tea, and paired snacks, each thoughtfully crafted and served in special 2-way cups. Operating daily from 11:00-21:00, this cozy spot offers both dine-in and takeaway options, making it perfect for a relaxing afternoon tea experience.
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Polaris
Polaris is a Western all-day breakfast coffee shop and Italian steakhouse located in Tai Po, Hong Kong. The restaurant serves a variety of Western cuisine including pasta, risotto, steak, and homemade desserts and fruit drinks. Designed with a white color scheme and bar stool seating, Polaris offers both casual dining and cafe experiences. The restaurant is known for its Western fusion menu and comfortable atmosphere, making it popular for both breakfast and dinner services.