Hong Kong restaurants & dining guide

Korean

Curated Hong Kong restaurant guides by neighbourhood and cuisine — from Sheung Wan to Causeway Bay.

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O'rm

O'rm is an intimate Korean restaurant in Sheung Wan that offers an elevated take on Korean dining while seamlessly blending tradition with contemporary flair. Created by Chef Junwoo Choi (former executive chef of Central's popular Korean izakaya OBP), Beverage Director Ted Ko, and Curatorial Director Stella Yim, this cosy 20-23 seat dining spot invites guests to share delightful dishes inspired by Jeju Island. Signature dishes include creative Wagyu yukhoe (beef tartare) with crispy seaweed and caviar, mini crab kimbap with Alaska crab meat and pickled radish, soy-marinated fresh shrimp, seafood pancake, and char-grilled LA double cut galbi. The restaurant is known for its unique Makgeolli bingsu (rice wine shaved ice) dessert. Guests can pair their dishes with refreshing Korean spirits like fresh yuzu rice wine or artisanal soju, all while unwinding to ambient Korean city pop tunes. The restaurant operates with a 90-minute dining time limit and requires advance booking (typically one month ahead due to high demand), with credit card guarantee required for Thursday-Saturday reservations. Open Monday to Saturday from 6:00 PM to midnight, closed on Sundays.

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Haeundae Galbi

Haeundae Galbi is an authentic Korean BBQ restaurant from Busan, brought to Hong Kong by Jeonjin F&B. The restaurant specializes in traditional Korean marinated beef short ribs (galbi) and offers a genuine Korean barbecue dining experience. Operating without break time from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM daily, the restaurant provides both regular seating and private rooms for gatherings. The menu features premium Korean BBQ selections with lunch prices ranging from HKD 200-400 and dinner from HKD 500 and up. Located in the heart of Central's dining district, Haeundae Galbi brings the flavors of Busan's renowned barbecue culture to Hong Kong.

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OBP (ㅇㅂㅍ)

OBP (ㅇㅂㅍ) is a Korean drinking establishment, or sooljip (which directly translates as 'alcohol house' in Korean), located in the hidden back alley of Soho, Central. The restaurant has become one of the most talked-about Korean bar/restaurants in Hong Kong since 2021, featuring a cute industrial style bar/pub setup that creates an authentic Korean pocha atmosphere. OBP operates on a walk-ins only basis with no reservations accepted, serving everyday from 12pm to 12am. The menu features typical Korean bar food including signature dishes such as Kimchi Pancake, Boneless Fried Chicken, Seafood Pancake, and Spicy Seafood Noodles. The restaurant has recently introduced 'ChiBap' for lunch - a crispy, dome-shaped rice bowl inspired by traditional Hong Kong claypot rice and Korean-style sotbap. With its hidden location tucked away in an alleyway behind Old Bailey Street, OBP offers an authentic Korean drinking and eating experience that has captured the attention of Hong Kong's food scene, making it a popular destination for those seeking casual Korean cuisine in a lively atmosphere.

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Mosu Hong Kong

Mosu Hong Kong is a prestigious fine dining restaurant located within the M+ museum in the West Kowloon Cultural District, bringing the culinary excellence of its three-Michelin-starred Seoul flagship to Hong Kong. The restaurant is helmed by Chef Sung Anh, offering contemporary Korean cuisine that blends traditional Korean flavors with modern techniques. Nestled in an art museum setting, the spacious dining room features concrete walls with a sprinkling of lights, creating a serene atmosphere complemented by commanding panoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline. The restaurant offers wrap-around views of the city, Kowloon, and the harbour, making it an exceptional dining destination for special occasions. Mosu Hong Kong has earned recognition in the Michelin Guide, with dinner priced at approximately HK$2,000 per person. The restaurant is praised for its perfect execution across environment, service, and food quality, delivering a stellar menu that makes it worth visiting not just for the art museum but as a culinary destination in its own right. Located on Level 3 of M+, adjacent to the M+ Roof Garden, Mosu Hong Kong represents the next wave of Korean fine dining in Hong Kong.

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Hansik Goo

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.