The hottest new openings in Hong Kong, January 5-11
From roast goose at Yung’s Bistro and Southeast Asian cuisine at Hoi Polloi, to pastry treats at Oh! My Bread and a taste of Vietnam at Hanoi 21, these are the buzziest places for your hit list
Yung’s Bistro
The sister restaurant of roast-goose institution Yung Kee has opened its second location in Taikoo Place, building upon a legacy of 82 years in Hong Kong. Expect a marriage of traditional Cantonese and contemporary touches in dishes such as whole roasted goose leg over charcoal, broth of nine-year-old lily bulb, and creatively executed dim sum. Sustainability is woven into the process, earning Yung’s the highest Three Leaf ranking in Taikoo Place’s Green Kitchen programme.
Shop 1-2, G/F, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay
Hoi Polloi
Found in the public-facing side of newly opened members’ club 1880 Hong Kong, Hoi Polloi is an all-day, East-meets-West eatery serving up a titillating blend of Southeast Asian cuisines in a relaxed, family-style setting. The spacious venue features interiors designed by award-winning studio AvroKO and a menu of moreish curries, pho noodle bowls, salads and Thai-inspired cocktails.
1880 Social, 2/F, Two Taikoo Place, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay
Oh! My Bread
Cyrus Yan, former pastry chef at two-Michelin-starred restaurant Écriture, has opened new Wan Chai bakery cafe Oh! My Bread. On offer is a daily selection of baked goods ranging from classic croissants to delicate danishes and tasty tarte tropéziennes, alongside more indulgent pastries such as Yan’s signature yuzu tart and dark chocolate tart with caramelised nuts, based on recipes he developed at Écriture. Artisanal coffee made using beans from local roastery Creo by Brentwood complete the package.
