Hong Kong’s best restaurants with harbour views

Located in the Hong Kong Museum of Art, this restaurant rather fittingly describes itself as “where food meets art.” The interior design, while beautiful—think teal banquettes and fishing net-inspired pendant lamps—takes a back seat to the stunning views of Victoria Harbour, framed as if it were a dynamic piece of art by the large floor-to-ceiling windows. Executive chef Wilson Leung prepares food that is similarly pleasing to the eye, with artful drizzles of sauce and organically shaped ceramics acting as the canvas for his refined Australian fare.

Hue, 1/F, Hong Kong Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 3500 5888

Yet another Harbour City establishment whose food matches the complex’s stunning views is Amelia, with plates like the braised oxtail ragu pasta and Ibérico pork pluma winning admirers for their simple yet luxurious flavours. Don’t forget to order the roasted “three yellow” chicken for sharing, or the signature millefeuille.

Amelia, Shop OTG63, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3–27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Unlike its sister restaurant, Aqua, Hutong has one main point of culinary focus: Northern Chinese cuisine (with a sprinkling of fiery southern Chinese spice). Named after the alleys sandwiched between Beijing’s traditional siheyuan (四合院) houses, Hutong’s interiors are designed to evoke the architecture of Beijing, its dark and moody space replete with traditional Chinese motifs, faux brickwork, and dark wood screens.

Perhaps the most impressive feature is the round moon gate, through which you enter the restaurant. Of course, the Beijing-inspired Hutong offers the classic Peking duck—however, the trendy eatery also has a flaming Peking duck which is marinated in Sichuan spices before being roasted and flambéed tableside.

Hutong, 18/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 3428 8342

Of course, you cannot talk about luxurious harbour views without mentioning the Mandarin Oriental. The exclusive five-star hotel has overlooked the glittering waters between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon for more than 60 years, standing proudly amongst towering skyscrapers. Among its nine dining options, resident Cantonese restaurant Man Wah is perhaps the most classic, with families flocking to its twenty-fifth-floor perch every week for its exquisite dim sum. The long-time favourite has recently been refreshed, with chic new interiors in royal blue that seem to blend in with the vibrant sky on clear days.

Man Wah, 25/F, Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Road, Central | (+852) 2825 4003

For a glimpse of Victoria Harbour from the West Kowloon Cultural District angle, head to Pano, an upscale Asian-French establishment offering unobstructed views of the skyscrapers on Hong Kong Island, alfresco seats, and an unforgettable experience. Led by executive chef Ken Lau, a long-time favourite amongst local Hong Kong superstars, the elevated menu marries traditional French culinary arts with premium Asian ingredients.

Pano, 1/F & Rooftop, 24–26 Museum Drive, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District

Perched on a high floor at The Upper House, Salisterra is the fine-dining destination proffered by boutique hotel group The House Collective. Set within an elegant, coastal-inspired environment dreamed up by award-winning interior architect André Fu, this sky-high concept promises a memorable experience centred around Mediterranean influences and looks as awe-striking as the views it serves, towering over its skyscraping neighbours.

Salisterra, Level 49, The Upper House, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty

If one harbour view is not enough, how about two? Perched at the tip of Ocean Terminal, Harbourside Grill is perfectly positioned to deliver stunning vistas of not just the glistening Central skyline, but also the green expanse of the West Kowloon Cultural District. Pick a spot on the restaurant’s wrap-around patio and while away the afternoon watching the ferries drift back and forth across the waters with a cocktail in hand. Good for weekday lunch, dinner, and brunch on the weekends, as well as cheeky after-work tipples, Harbourside Grill is notable for its intercontinental menu.

Harbourside Grill, Shop OTE401, Level 4, Ocean Terminal Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui

Located mere steps away from the Hung Hom promenade, The Bayside is a new dining concept that offers a fresh taste of the Mediterranean basin’s most prized dishes on top of panoramic views. Perfect for seaside dining, it has both indoor and outdoor terrace seats with a menu that brings flavours from coastal cities like Valencia and Venice to Hong Kong.

You will love the bountiful selection of fresh oysters, delectable tapas, homemade pasta, meats, seafood, and more. Bask in the great taste of the Peruvian pickle or the dry-aged Wagyu bavette and don’t forget to treat yourself to the restaurant’s exclusive wines and innovative cocktails! The Bayside offers all-day dining, buffet lunches, afternoon tea, and à la carte menus in the evening, so take your pick.

The Bayside, Shop G1, G/F, 18 Tak Fung Street, Whampoa Garden, Hung Hom

After a two-decade-long hiatus, Yucca de Lac reopens at The Peak Galleria. Its history dates back to 1963 when it doubled as a sought-after movie shooting location at the time. Now, the Cantonese-Western fusion restaurant gets an upgrade, with oriental and French-inspired interiors that echo the picturesque mountains of its former Ma Liu Shui post.

The reinvigorated menu pays homage to age-old Cantonese gastronomy, taking influences from traditional teahouse classics. The restaurant brings back signature dishes, such as the succulent marinated pigeon, smoky sautéed flat rice noodle with beef tenderloin and sweet soy sauce, and the tender stuffed tofu with minced pork jowl. Dine with a magnificent view on a sun-drenched terrace overlooking Victoria Harbour!

Yucca de Lac, Shop 201–202C, 2/F, Peak Galleria, 118 Peak Road, Central

Love capturing the sunset? How about killer views? Kaboom, a new rooftop restaurant and bar in Tsim Sha Tsui, should be on your list. Spanning two floors and resembling a seaside restaurant, parasols and plush rattan chairs are sprawled across Kaboom’s space, giving off the vibes of a serene oasis. Get an unobstructed front-row view of Victoria Harbour while indulging in delectable Southeast Asian-inspired bites and house cocktails.

Items of note include the five spices roasted crispy cauliflower and the corn on the cob seasoned three ways. For a light bite, try the zucchini noodle in chorizo cream sauce and seared scallops while the typhoon shelter-style crab pasta will provide for heartier appetites. The cocktails, aptly named No more OT Please! and I Need to Keep Fit, are perfect weekday tipples to wind down after a busy day.

Kaboom, 20/F, Prince Tower, 12A Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 3708 8114

If you love to let your camera eat first, you will surely have a delightful time at Jaja. Located at the Hong Kong Arts Centre, this vegetarian restaurant positions itself as a fun space complete with delicious and equally Instagrammable food. Enjoy an array of plant-based delights like the Soup-er Wonton, maki platter, smoky corn ribs, and more. While the appetisers and main dishes are great, the highlights here are the tasty desserts. Dig into the Shake It Off series which features milkshakes in vibrant colours or the classic chia pudding in various flavours.

When it comes to the dining area, you won’t know where to start snapping photos. One spot adopts a charming light blue colour while the other boasts an attractive pink. Add in the various trinkets like the doughnut-shaped cushions, the claw machine, the wall of flowers, and the floor-to-window view of Victoria Harbour and your camera roll is all set.

Jaja, 6/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai | (+852) 2877 3999