Guidebook for Hong Kong
Food Scene
Chez Patrick Deli
3 Star StCafe/Deli next door
Classified Wan Chai
31 Wing Fung StCute cafe across the street
PLAZAMAYOR
4 Sun StNeighbourhood tapas joint
Western friendly Shanghainese food an easy walk from the apartment (there is one in IFC too). The Dan Dan noodles are not to be missed
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Crystal Jade
Johnston RoadWestern friendly Shanghainese food an easy walk from the apartment (there is one in IFC too). The Dan Dan noodles are not to be missed
Oolaa Petite
9 Star StNearby cafe, great brunch spot
Bar/Restaurant...reservations generally needed for dinner but otherwise stroll in and enjoy the buzz
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Stone Nullah Tavern
69 Stone Nullah LnBar/Restaurant...reservations generally needed for dinner but otherwise stroll in and enjoy the buzz
22 Ships
22 Ship StMichelin star tapas, walk in only
Across the street and up one floor to this friendly coffee only joint where they are famed for the art masterpieces they create in the foam
Amical Cafe
1 Sun StAcross the street and up one floor to this friendly coffee only joint where they are famed for the art masterpieces they create in the foam
Best spot for Peking duck in HK. Reservations essential
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北京樓(中環)Peking Garden Restaurant(Central)
7-15 Des Voeux Rd CentralBest spot for Peking duck in HK. Reservations essential
Drinks & Nightlife
My local bar and a great spot that does killer cocktails and bar snacks. Buzzing any night of the week with the post work crowd
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Ted's Lookout
17A Moon StMy local bar and a great spot that does killer cocktails and bar snacks. Buzzing any night of the week with the post work crowd
The Upper House
88 QueenswayHigh end cocktails with an amazing view
Dusk till Dawn Bar
76 Jaffe RdHK institution where everyone ends up at 3am
S E V V A
10 Chater RdCocktails with a view
Lan Kwai Fong
Lan Kwai FongFamous HK bar district
Dragon-i
60 Wyndham StHK's only proper club by night and dim sum by day
Essentials
A good balance of local & expat produce easy walking distance from the flat
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Taste
183 Queen's Rd EA good balance of local & expat produce easy walking distance from the flat
Supermarket and food hall inside Pacific Place mall. High end but top quality. Great salad bar, take out sushi and a place to find all your favourites from home
Great Food Hall
88 QueenswaySupermarket and food hall inside Pacific Place mall. High end but top quality. Great salad bar, take out sushi and a place to find all your favourites from home
Everything Else
Amc Pacific Place
Local Cinema, book in advance online
Sightseeing
If you're in HK on a Wednesday check the HK jockey club schedule to see if the races are on. Great night out.
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Hong Kong Jockey Club Happy Valley Racecourse
Wong Nai Chung RoadIf you're in HK on a Wednesday check the HK jockey club schedule to see if the races are on. Great night out.
One way to get up to the Peak, otherwise can get bus from outside Caffe Habitu on Queens Road or jump in a cab. A more active option is to hike from Conduit Road
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Isiteshi se-Tram ye-Peak
One way to get up to the Peak, otherwise can get bus from outside Caffe Habitu on Queens Road or jump in a cab. A more active option is to hike from Conduit Road
Best spot to experience the Symphony of Lights at 8pm every night
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Avenue Of Stars
Best spot to experience the Symphony of Lights at 8pm every night
Shopping
Mannings - Wan Chai Johnston Road
18 Johnston RdLocal drug store