Restaurants & Dining in Central, Hong Kong

Gassan is a high-end Japanese kaiseki restaurant located in Central, Hong Kong, continuing the Michelin-starred lineage of Japanese cuisine. The restaurant occupies 3,000 square feet and is led by an experienced culinary team headed by Executive Chef Wong Koon Wah from Hishan, specializing in kaiseki cuisine paired with fine wines, along with chef's choice sushi and various authentic Japanese dishes. The restaurant focuses on omakase and kaiseki dinner experiences, embodying the Japanese food culture of 'seasonal food only'. The seasonally revolving omakase menu is priced at HK$1,580 and takes diners on a culinary journey through multiple courses. Located at H Queen's, the restaurant offers a sophisticated dining experience with reservation-only service.

Foxglove is a sophisticated bar and restaurant located in the heart of Central Hong Kong, situated on the 2nd floor of the historic Printing House building. This establishment has gained recognition in The Bar Awards 2016 and offers an elegant dining and drinking experience in one of Hong Kong's most prestigious districts. The venue features live music performances from Wednesday to Saturday evenings, creating an atmospheric setting for guests. Located near the famous Lan Kwai Fong district, Foxglove provides both lunch and evening services in a refined environment that combines quality cuisine with expertly crafted beverages. The restaurant has been featured in the World's 50 Best Discovery guide, highlighting its reputation as a notable dining destination in Hong Kong's competitive culinary scene.

A Lux is an Italian-French fine dining restaurant located in Central Hong Kong. The restaurant serves a Chef Selection Menu at HK$1,888 and pays homage to the tradition of classic Italian-French cuisine. Located in the prestigious Baskerville House on Duddell Street, A Lux offers luxurious dining experience with European cuisine including Italian, French, and Belgian dishes. The restaurant accepts credit cards, takes reservations, and provides table service for dinner. They also offer delivery services with gourmet options including Tomato, Burrata, Parma Ham dishes and specialty salads.

The Chinese Library is an award-winning Chinese restaurant located on the top floor of the historic former Police Headquarters in Tai Kwun, Central Hong Kong. The restaurant serves Hong Kong's favourite Chinese dishes from Cantonese to Chiu Chow and Sichuan to Shanghainese cuisine in colonial elegance. Known for its contemporary dim sum and traditional Chinese cuisine with a modern twist, the restaurant offers brunch, lunch and dinner in a high-end dining room with terrace seating overlooking the courtyard. Each dim sum and dish is crafted with care, rooted in tradition but reimagined with contemporary flair.

Andō is an innovative restaurant in Central Hong Kong helmed by Argentinian-born chef Agustin Balbi, who combines flavors from his native Argentina with Japanese techniques he learned during his training in Japan. The restaurant represents the realization of Chef Balbi's culinary journey, unifying the flavors he grew up with and the flavors he experienced in Asia. Located in the heart of Central, Andō offers a personal tasting menu that takes diners on a unique culinary journey blending Argentine, Japanese, and some Spanish elements. The restaurant has gained recognition for its innovative approach to fusion cuisine.

Mott 32 is one of the most awarded Chinese restaurant brands in the world, offering world-class Chinese cuisine and cocktails in Hong Kong. Named after 32 Mott Street in New York City – the address of the city's first Chinese convenience store dating back to 1891 – the restaurant represents a modern interpretation of traditional Chinese dining. Since opening its doors in Hong Kong in 2014, this innovative concept has transformed fine dining with its contemporary approach to Chinese cuisine. The restaurant is widely acknowledged as serving the "Best Peking Duck in Hong Kong" and features the finest ingredients from fresh seafood to homemade Dim Sum, plus premium Kobe and Wagyu Beef. Designed by Joyce Wang, Mott 32 Hong Kong has won several prestigious awards including World Interior of the Year in 2014.

Hansik Goo is a Michelin-starred Korean restaurant in Central, Hong Kong, led by Chef Mingoo Kang. The restaurant offers refined Korean cuisine with a 10-course tasting menu featuring specialties such as abalone wrapped dumpling, chicken roulade with ginseng rice, and pyeonyuk with buckwheat. From home-cooked fare and royal-inspired cuisine to innovative creations, the menu offers authentic Korean flavours with a creative twist. The small restaurant features a simple design with modern touches, requiring advance reservations with two seating times at 6pm and 8:30pm.

The Chairman is a renowned 1-Michelin-star Chinese restaurant located in Central, Hong Kong, known for its exceptional Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant is famous for being one of the most difficult reservations to secure in the city, reflecting its prestigious reputation among food enthusiasts. Located on the 3rd floor of The Wellington building on Wellington Street, the establishment offers both lunch and dinner service daily, with an average price per person of $30 and tasting menus starting from $85. The Chairman specializes in traditional Cantonese cooking techniques and is highly regarded for its authentic approach to Chinese culinary arts.

Amber is a prestigious 2-Michelin-starred French fine dining restaurant located on the 7th floor of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Central, Hong Kong. Under the guidance of Chef Richard Ekkebus, the restaurant blends the precision of classical French foundations with the vibrancy of Hong Kong and the region. Amber has earned recognition with both Michelin stars and a Green Michelin Star for sustainability. The restaurant offers various tasting menus, with six courses starting from 2,058 HKD, eight courses for 2,888 HKD, and weekend lunch experiences. Amber is renowned for its innovative approach to French cuisine and is considered one of Hong Kong's premier fine dining destinations.

La Parrilla Steakhouse is an Argentinian wine and steak house that has been serving the best-grilled steaks for over 10 years in Hong Kong. Located in Central, this exotic steakhouse specializes in premium grilled steaks and offers a comprehensive dining experience with Argentinian cuisine. The restaurant is known for its quality steaks and has established itself as a go-to destination for steak lovers, featuring dishes like Hokkaido scallops in oil and vinegar sauce and various grilled specialties. The establishment provides both dine-in services and takes reservations for guests seeking an authentic Argentinian steakhouse experience.

LALA is a French fine dining restaurant located in Central, Hong Kong, representing the first solo restaurant venture for Michelin-starred Chef Franckelie Laloum and hospitality veteran Michael Larkin. The restaurant offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for sophisticated French cuisine with a casual vibe, combining fine dining with an approachable concept. Located in the heart of Central's Soho district, LALA provides an exciting French dining experience that balances sophistication with accessibility. The restaurant is situated in the Lyndhurst Building on Lyndhurst Terrace, one of Central's vibrant dining areas.

Jean-Pierre is a French restaurant and bistro located in Central, Hong Kong, serving as a love letter to the bistros of Paris that revives the romance and revelry of France's golden age. The establishment is operated by Black Sheep Restaurants and features Executive Head Chef Matthew Kirkley and Chef de Cuisine John Troupis. Jean-Pierre offers an authentic French dining experience with a focus on traditional bistro cuisine and hospitality. The restaurant operates as a jubilant homage to the charming and decadent bistros of Paris, open every night from 6pm till late.