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Western district
THE WESTERN DISTRICT
Eat your way around Kennedy Town and Sai Ying Pun
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LucAle
A laid back Italian bistro tucked away in the heart of Sai Ying Pun. With an open plan kitchen, diners can watch the chefs prepare classic Italian dishes including a show stopping 300g burrata. lucalehk.com
Kuam
Hidden within Potato Head, Kuam is an Indonesian eatery which pays homage to Indonesia’s tribal communities through its traditional menu including grilled satay, crispy duck and roasted baby pig.
kaum.com
Brut!
Brut! has a seasonally changing chef menu featuring six courses. With only 20 seats the restaurant offers an intimate dining experience. brut.com.hk
Trattoria caffe Monteverdi
An Italian trattoria specialising in handmade
pastas including spaghetti olle vongole and penne amatriciana. The restaurant also has its own range of Italian wines for a truly authentic experience. facebook.com/
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Fat Chad’s
Bringing American flavours and laid back dining to Sai Ying Pun, Fat Chad’s serves up iconic sandwiches inspired by the different states. Some of its most popular menu items include corned beef brisket and slow cooked pork shoulder. fatchads.com
14 South Lane
Serving up a wide variety of vegan drinks and dishes, 14 South Lane promotes green eating and uses local and organic ingredients.
14southlane.com
Winstons
An independent neighbourhood coffee shop that has mastered the perfect brew and a range of coffee infused cocktails. This petfriendly shop is the perfect stop on your afternoon stroll.
winstonscoffee.com/
Alvy’s
11 Westside
Home from Chef’s table on Netflix, chef Esdraw Ochoa, 11 Westside is a classic Mexican restaurant complete with tableside guacamole, tacos and fun cocktails.
11westside.com
Chino
A family style restaurant that serves a unique combination of Japanese and Mexican cuisine. Tuck into tostadas topped with tuna poke, scallops and kanpachis or enjoy classic tacos with marinated pork and avocado.
chinorestaurant.com
Catch
Specialising in seafood and Australian dishes, Catch is the perfect restaurant for a classic brunch. Fill up on its smashed avocado, french toast or a breakfast bap while enjoying its free-flow options.
catch.hk
Alvy’s
A New York inspired pizzeria with a passion for craft beer. Alvy’s menu features locally inspired pizza toppings including Char Siu and sichuan pepper. alvys.hk
STARSTREET PRECINCT
Wan Chai’s up and coming restaurant district
Le Garcon Saigon
Bringing the fresh and flavourful cuisine of Saigon to Wan Chai, Le Garcon Saigon is a welcoming spot for lunch or a casual dinner. Its menu features fresh salads, DIY rice paper rolls and wok fried mains. legarconsaigon.com
Francis
A middle-eastern restaurant with an appreciation for fine wine. The menu showcases various mezze and grilled plates with favourites such as falafel, hummus and baked halloumi. Stop by for an afternoon snack or its weekday lunch set.
francis.com.hk
Artemis & Apollo
A Greek taverna in the alleys of the Starstreet. This Black Sheep Restaurant offers a range of Mezze dishes including tzatziki,
roasted eggplant and taramasalata along with an extensive Grecian wine list.
artemisandapollo.com
BASAO
Cultivating a community that appreciates the art of tea, BASAO is a shop that showcases ethical farming practices. Run by only certified sommeliers, it offers an experience which is more than just a tea break.
basaotea.com
TMK Rap & Rolls
The second of the TMK venues, Rap & Rolls serves fresh nori bowls and temaki rolls in a 1980s hip hop inspired restaurant. Hummus gets Japanese flair with edamame beans and ice cream is topped with popcorn, nori and olive oil for a spin on sweet and savoury desserts.
rap.tmk.hk
XUÂN
A modern Vietnamese bistro puts a creative twist on local dishes. Designed by Chef John Nguyen, the menu includes sharing style plates such as chicken cabbage salad, grilled fish rice paper rolls and chicken wings. Its cocktails pay respect to Vietnamese flavours and ingredients.
xuan.com.hk
Giando
Sourcing its ingredients and wine from Italian family farms and boutique wineries, Giando puts authenticity as its top prority. A gourmet selection of cheeses, cold cuts and fresh seafood accompany its beloved Giando dessert trolley for an impressive array of dishes. giandorestaurant.com