As Hai Shin Lou introduces a new take-out and delivery service, we delve into the pillars that make it a staple favourite
Tucked away on the bustling street of Arnaiz Avenue in Makati, a long-beloved abode to peerless Cantonese feasts is manifested in the stalwart Hai Shin Lou. Bolstered by its timeless, authentic flair, this gastronomic landmark helmed by chef Tommy Yao is an essential pitstop for anyone with a penchant for Hong Kong classics—but more so, it is a venue where memorable dining experiences with loved ones are guaranteed.
While the refined two-storey establishment can periodically seat 300 people at a time, what Hai Shin Lou ultimately offers is an atmosphere that is warm, comforting and familiar. It’s as inimitable as the feeling of coming home, only with scrumptious platters of Cantonese food awaiting your arrival.
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The restaurant’s splendid takes on seafood are not to be missed—naturally a homage to Hong Kong’s renown for having one of the world’s biggest harbours. Hai Shin Lou takes pride in its wide assortment of live seafood, ranging from fresh garoupa and scallops to rock lobster and sea clams, each perfectly cooked to your preference. The hot prawn salad also remains one of our longest-standing favourites; the way its wealth of flavours bursts through every bite is simply phenomenal.
Of course, Hai Shin Lou doesn’t scrimp on serving other Cantonese staples. The roast duck, hot pot, dim sum and noodle dishes are all equally must-try picks on the menu, where each creation is exquisitely made with the finest ingredients. With some even directly imported from Hong Kong, the famed Makati outlet evokes the most vivid spell of traditional tastes, whisking diners away to the cosmopolitan port city in just a few, short morsels.
