No Milkshake No Life

For an all-American style brunch, No Milkshake No Life serves up delicious diner-style plates such as stacks of heavy pancakes, cheese toasties, mac & cheese, milkshakes and more. Try their signature pancake burger, which comes with two slices of their fluffy pancakes, paired with bacon, a sunny side up egg, and mushrooms. 

No Milkshake No Life, Shop A, G/F, 31-37 Hill Road, Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong, facebook.com/nomilkshakenolife

See also: 7 Best American Diner-Inspired Restaurants In Hong Kong

Aya

For a heart-warming bowl of noodles, head over to Aya. Specialising in tsukemen, a type of ramen where you dip your noodles in a bowl of hot soup, the shop offers several soup bases including shrimp miso, black garlic, and the original tonkotsu broth. What sets this ramen shop apart is its unique offerings of house-made noodles—each day, they’ll make a special noodle flavour such as yuzu, earl grey and spinach flavoured noodles. 

Aya, G/F, Kam Ling Court, 16 Whitty Street, Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2440 0900, facebook.com

See also: Where to Find The Most Warming Bowls of Ramen in Hong Kong

Aziza

Taking over where Classifed’s old storefront, Aziza is an Egyptian and Middle-Eastern restaurant. Try the Koshary, a veggie main made from mixed pasta and rice with braised lentils and chickpeas, or the shawarma chicken if you’re craving meat.

Shop 1B, G/F, The Upton, 345 Des Voeux Road West, Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong, aziza.com.hk

Yau Veggie Bistro

Yau Veggie Bistro is a vegetarian dining concept that turns traditional English dishes into plant-based versions of the dish. From the classic beef wellington, to beef tartare, and foie gras, meat lovers will surely become veggie converts after the meal is over. 

Yau Veggie Bistro, Shop C, G/F, 14 South Lane, Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong, yauveggie.com

See also: Tatler's Ultimate Guide To Vegetarian And Vegan Dining In Hong Kong

Plantation by Teakha

If you miss Teakha following its closure in October 2021, visit its sister brand, Plantation, at Shek Tong Tsui instead. Specialising in premium teas and teaware, the teahouse is a quiet sanctuary away from the city’s hustle and bustle. Guests can book a tea tasting with the teahouse’s tea masters to sample three teas of your choice. 

Plantation by Teakha, 18 Po Tuck Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, plantation.hk

G’Day

Australian-style cafe, G’Day is a newcomer to the neighbourhood. With an unmissable sign that reads “Good vibes. Good brunch” on the side of the cafe, you’ll find delicious all-day breakfasts, as well as other savoury delights such as the pan-fried duck breast, tiger prawns, pesto pasta and spicy angel pasta. Pair your meal with a refreshing smoothie or get your caffeine fix by ordering a matcha latte. 

G’Day, Shop A, G/F, Nam Cheong Building, 48-52 Hill Road, Hong Kong, instagram.com/gdaycafeandrestaurant

TGIF

Another new cafe in the Western district, TGIF, sits between Kennedy Town and Shek Tong Tsui, facing directly the Kennedy Town swimming pool. Featuring minimalist decor, and wide windows that open up on a good day, the cafe features a large dine-in area and a takeaway window if you’re just looking for a coffee-to-go. You’ll find a variety of goodies on the menu, including fresh cakes and pastries, dishes from pastas, salads and burgers, as well as plenty of beverages to choose from. 

TGIF, Shop 4-6, G/F, Wo Fat Building, 539 Queen‘s Road West, Hong Kong, instagram.com/tgif_hk

Ethos

Ethos is a lifestyle store and cafe that brings together a selection of specially curated items from jewellery, tableware, candles and more. After you’re done digging the store, stop by the cafe just next door. They serve everything from coffee, cocktails, to sourdough sandwiches and brunch plates. 

Ethos, 93 Hill Road, Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong, ethosstores.com

The University of Hong Kong

Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is one of the city’s top colleges. Explore the campus, and find your way to the most historic buildings including the Main Building, which was constructed between 1910 and 1912, as well as the Eliot Hall, where the journalism faculty is based. Eliot Hall was built in 1914, three years after the university was founded, and the building was officially declared a monument by the government in 2018. 

The university is also home to the University Museum and Art Gallery, which house Chinese antiques, paintings, ceramics and more. If you’re into rock and crystals, make a stop at Stephen Hui Geological Museum, which is the first and only geological museum in Hong Kong. 

The University of Hong Kong, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong, hku.hk

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