Cover Dining news: Bakehouse is set to open at the Hong Kong International Airport by the end of 2026
Dining news: Bakehouse is set to open at the Hong Kong International Airport by the end of 2026
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From menu launches and a favourite bakery opening at Hong Kong International Airport to restaurant collaborations, these are the most compelling dining news in Hong Kong this week
This week, Hong Kong’s dining scene is buzzing with activity. Restaurants turn to culinary heritage for inspiration, sharpening their menus with a precision guided by identity and place. Meanwhile, bars prove that connection remains foundational to their beat, where community finds expression through collaborative menus and new pours.
A local char siu eatery finds new ways to innovate within the bounds of traditional technique and two leading chefs share their love for regional coastal cuisines through a one-night-only experience, while a community bar presents drinks that actualise the city we call home with each sip. All this bodes well for those dining out this week. And if you’ve yet to book a table, consider your sign.
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Mood? Lobster.
Above Nick Wu of Bar Mood will host an exclusive guest shift at Lobster Bar
Nick Wu of Bar Mood will host an exclusive guest shift at Lobster Bar
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Lobster Bar at Island Shangri-La is set to host Taipei’s Bar Mood for a one-night-only guest shift that spotlights both venues’ award-winning mixology. On June 25, visitors will have a chance to savour four specially curated cocktails from Bar Mood, each meticulously crafted with Taiwanese mountain teas, tropical fruits, forest forage and coastal flavours in mind.
From HK$168 per cocktail.
Lobster Bar
International
6/F, Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong
New cuts, same good recipe
Above Savour a no-fuss variety of Cantonese classics from Fat J Char Siu
Savour a no-fuss variety of Cantonese classics from Fat J Char Siu
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Popular Cantonese roast meat restaurant and cha chaan teng Fat J has introduced two new char siu cuts to the menu. Offered alongside the original honey-glazed Ibérico pork variety, the pork jowl char siu adds extra texture with leaner, firmer meat, while the pork belly char siu stands out with aromatic layers of fat.
Fat J Char Siu
Address: Shop 2, G/F, 2 Landale Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Little black book
Above 67 on Hollywood’s new menu showcases a previously members-only selection
67 on Hollywood’s new menu showcases a previously members-only selection
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Wine bar 67 on Hollywood has unveiled a new menu that showcases a selection of exclusive by-the-glass wines from 67 Pall Mall, the bar’s sister private members club. Titled Pages from the Black Book, the refreshed selection spotlights some of the world’s finest bottles, including a champagne from Frederic Savart, a 2023 still white by Chateau de Beaucastel and a full-bodied 1995 Château Clinet.
67 on Hollywood
Address: G/F, 41 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
Run ’n’ rave
Above Throw back moonshine mini cocktails on The Rainbow Run
Above Savour perfectly crafted cocktails at The Rainbow Rave
Throw back moonshine mini cocktails on The Rainbow Run
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This Pride Month, local dive bar The Pontiac is hosting two community events across Central and Sai Ying Pun.
On June 19, the bar is partnering with five other drinking venues in Central for a neighbourhood bar sprint. The Rainbow Run starts at 7pm sharp on Aberdeen Street at Dead Poets, where participants will run to complete a moonshine cocktail-powered route that winds through Aer on Wing Wah Lane, Friday After Class and Not2Sweet on Peel and Honky Tonks Tavern on Man Hing Lane, finishing at The Pontiac for the after-party.
Next, The Pontiac will take over Soho House on June 27 from 6pm to 10pm for The Rainbow Rave. The event welcomes a line-up of regional bars, including Bangkok’s Sundry and Hong Kong’s Call Me Al, for a one-night-only guest shift. Live drag performances by Poise’n Grace, live DJ sets and flash tattoos by Stage Tattoo complete the experience.
The Rainbow Run is priced from HK$288 per person and includes six custom cocktails, an exclusive race kit and entry to the after-party. The Rainbow Rave is priced from HK$350 per person and includes one drink.
Made in Kowloon
Above Dennis Mak of Clan & Co Company will lead a one-night-only guest shift at Avoca
Above Mak will be joined by bartender Yiu Hei of Clan & Co behind the bar
Dennis Mak of Clan & Co Company will lead a one-night-only guest shift at Avoca
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Avoca, the bar sitting atop the Mondrian Hong Kong in Tsim Sha Tsui, is launching a series of events inspired by the vibrant history, heritage and contemporary vigour of Kowloon.
Things kick off with a guest shift on June 12, powered by cocktails inspired by neighbourhood stories from Dennis Mak and Yiu Hei of Clan & Co, Yau Ma Tei’s Hong Kong-inspired bar, while Avoca’s own Rolf Flaminiano presents seasonal cocktails, such as the cold brew-based Espresso Your Cherry, citrus-forward Mandarin Spritz, and Yik Lik Dor, the Cantonese name for “Yakult”, that builds on the probiotic dairy drink that frequents local shelves. Complementing the drinks is a selection of nostalgic bites from Tai On Coffee & Tea and a curated DJ set of classic Canto-pop tracks.
The new seasonal cocktails will be available from July 1 to August 31.
The end of an era
Above Catch the last of Hotal Colombo before it closes its doors permanently
Catch the last of Hotal Colombo before it closes its doors permanently
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Hong Kong’s Sri Lankan eatery Hotal Colombo announced that it will close permanently on June 30. The weeks before that are marked by special menus and collaborations that spotlight the vibrant cuisine and energetic hospitality that have become synonymous with the restaurant, including the Greatest Hits menu featuring past favourites, a four-hands dinner with lively Cantonese eatery Peng Leng Jeng, and a one-night-only takeover by New Punjab Club.
Reminiscing on her eight-year residency on Elgin Street, head chef and Sri Lankan native Gisela Alesbrook said, “Personal touch has always been at the heart of Hotal Colombo. That’s something I hope to carry forward into whatever comes next.”
Though details have yet to be revealed, Alesbrook teased of a new, equally vibrant Sri Lankan venture to come.
A coastal affair
Above Prepare for a menu that celebrates coastal flavours from two of Hong Kong’s leading chefs
Prepare for a menu that celebrates coastal flavours from two of Hong Kong’s leading chefs
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From June 17 to 19, Mitsuru Konishi of Plaisance by Mauro Colagreco is set to welcome Umberto Bombana of 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana for an exploration of coastal flavours. The menu is led by Plaisance’s signature ocean-driven, hyper-seasonal approach to contemporary French cuisine, matched by the soul-warming flavours of Bombana’s Italian fare. The experience will be available for lunch and dinner.
Pre-flight treats
Above Soon, you’ll be able to savour Bakehouse’s signature baked goods before a flight
Soon, you’ll be able to savour Bakehouse’s signature baked goods before a flight
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Bakehouse, beloved creator of egg tarts and other baked goods, has announced the opening of its Hong Kong International Airport outlet later this year, bringing its artisanal, baked-fresh-daily pastries to travellers from around the world. Set to open near the Food Court located past immigration, travellers can look forward to enjoying breakfast through dinner at the 50-seater dining room or fuel up with a coffee and pastry before a flight.
Brunchin’ by the pool
Above Treat yourself and your loved ones to a sun-lit brunch by the pool at Swim Club
Treat yourself and your loved ones to a sun-lit brunch by the pool at Swim Club
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Starting on June 20, Swim Club at Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui will serve up a weekend Baja Brunch. The menu draws from Mexican and Californian cuisines, opening with shared appetisers and unlimited plates such as beetroot carpaccio, French oysters and a yellow tail tuna and hamachi served table-side. Mains range from a signature Po’ Boy with spiced shrimp to a poke bowl with beetroot-cured salmon. An indulgent tres leches cake with strawberry and banana concludes the meal.
Available on weekends, from 12pm to 4pm, the Saturday experience offers a lively, DJ-led atmosphere, while Sundays provide a more relaxed, family-friendly setting.
The brunch is priced from HK$558 per person, and beverage packages available from HK$168.
Swim Club
Address: 50/F, 11 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Eastside bites
Above Dig into gourmet sandwiches and burgers at The Lobby Lounge at Regent Hong Kong
Dig into gourmet sandwiches and burgers at The Lobby Lounge at Regent Hong Kong
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The Lobby Lounge at Regent Hong Kong has unveiled a selection of New York-style sandwiches and burgers that captures the fast-paced and diverse dining scene of the Big Apple. The Mayura Wagyu pastrami nods to New York’s delicatessen culture, with hearty layers of smoked, slow-cured and pepper-crusted Mayura Wagyu, sauerkraut and melted Swiss cheese, while the crab club sandwich delivers ocean umami with each bite, with snow crab, bacon, avocado and lime mayonnaise between artisanal bread slices.
New menu items are available from July 1 to August 31 on a rotating basis, priced from HK$318 each.
The Lounge
Address: Lobby Level, Regent Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
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Formerly a lifestyle editor, Celia is now an Associate Dining Editor at Tatler Hong Kong, where she covers local dining stories with a strong sense of narrative and cultural context. She focuses on the people, places and moments shaping the city’s food scene, bringing a storytelling-led approach to restaurant features, chef profiles and on-the-ground coverage.
