Everyone loves a delicious, comforting egg tart—whether you prefer to enjoy this classic Chinese pastry with buttery cookie or flaky crusts, these are the best places to get your egg tart fix in Hong Kong
While we love cookies, croissants and other Instagrammable cakes as much as the next person, there’s something about classic Chinese baked goods that can’t be beaten. Pineapple buns topped with golden crunchy crusts, fresh-from-the-oven sausage rolls and red bean puff pastry... our city has no shortage of local bakeries churning out a wide selection of delicacies to delight Hongkongers and expats alike—but egg tart is by far the most iconic treat of all.
Originated in the 1950s, the humble egg tart is valued as an essential part of Hong Kong’s cultural identity and has always been popular with food lovers for generations. The perfect creation—no matter it’s with flaky or cookie crusts, should always be prepared with the right filling-to-crust ratio, as well as smooth, fragrant egg custard.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of places where you can enjoy the best egg tarts in Hong Kong—including cult-favourite Bakehouse to traditional Chinese bakery Tai Cheong, cha chaan teng Kam Fung Restaurant, and more.
See also: Where To Find The Best Bakeries In Hong Kong For Your Bread And Pastry Fix
Bakehouse
This famous bakery needs no introduction. Helmed by acclaimed pastry chef Grégoire Michaud, Bakehouse has garnered a devoted following since it entered the local dining scene in 2018, thanks to its extensive selection of high-quality baked treats. Their most popular offering is undoubtedly the sourdough egg tart, which features a buttery, flaky crust with a slight tang, complementing the silky smooth, delicious custard filling. Never too sweet, every bite into this tart will make you long for more. This is also our go-to place for croissants that are perfectly light and fluffy.
Bakehouse, G/F, 14 Tai Wong Street East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong; bakehouse.hk
Bakehouse, G/F, Asiarich Court, 5 Staunton Street, Central, Hong Kong; bakehouse.hk