Cover Visit La Eat for Southeast Asian-inspired plates while island hopping in Hong Kong (Photo: courtesy of La Eat)
Visit La Eat for Southeast Asian-inspired plates while island hopping in Hong Kong (Photo: courtesy of La Eat)
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From relaxed cafés to Asian eateries, here are the top places to eat and drink on Cheung Chau in Hong Kong
With cooler temperatures on the horizon, now’s a great time to explore Hong Kong’s outlying islands. Away from the urban rush, destinations such as Cheung Chau, Lamma Island and Lantau Island offer an easy escape for city dwellers seeking peace close to home. From tranquil beaches to watersports that range from mild to adrenaline-inducing, there’s plenty to do on these islands.
Their food offerings also deliver, and this week, we highlight five spots to eat and drink on Cheung Chau. From laid-back coffee houses to unfussy neighbourhood eateries, read on and let these picks inspire your next island excursion.
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Island Workbench
Above Tuck into a spread of Asian-inspired plates at Island Workbench
Tuck into a spread of Asian-inspired plates at Island Workbench
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As one of the most popular cafés on Cheung Chau, Island Workbench serves an expansive selection of sweets and savouries. Morning visitors can enjoy omelettes, toasties or croissants with a variety of fillings, while the all-day menu features bentos, udon bowls and customisable pizzas.
Island Workbench
Address: G/F, 16 Chung Hok Road, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
Cheung Chau Corner
Above Pair your yoghurt drinks with a slice of roll cake at Cheung Chau Corner
Pair your yoghurt drinks with a slice of roll cake at Cheung Chau Corner
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Cheung Chau Corner specialises in yoghurt-based drinks and desserts. Signature yoghurt beverages include blueberry, strawberry and a mango pomelo sago-inspired Autumn Yoghurt, which blends pomelo, mango and grapefruit into a tangy yoghurt base. Also available is a duo of roll cakes, in strawberry yoghurt or damascus tea flavours.
Cheung Chau Corner
Address: G/F, 78 San Hing Street, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
La Eat
Above Fuel up on plates inspired by culinary traditions of the Straits at La Eat
Fuel up on plates inspired by culinary traditions of the Straits at La Eat
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Singaporean eatery La Eat offers a menu featuring classics from the Straits region alongside pasta dishes with a Southeast Asian twist. Signatures like the beef rendang with acar (pickled pineapple, cucumber and carrot) and Nyonya turmeric grouper stew are not to be missed, while the laksa leaves pesto fusilli and pasta al sambal are equally compelling. Complete the meal with the desserts, which feature unique creations like the pandan crème brûlée.
La Eat
Address: G/F, 3 Kin San Lane, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
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Locomo
Above Tuck into a hearty bowl of noodles at Locomo
Tuck into a hearty bowl of noodles at Locomo
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Tucked along San Hing Street, Locomo is a local spot serving hearty noodle bowls with customisable broths and toppings. Signature bases range from clam seaweed and coriander with preserved egg to hot-and-sour and tomato, with toppings including char siu, sliced pork belly, fish balls and more. Be sure to check out the snacks selection, particularly the popular Locomo wings with dried shrimp and purple yam nest roll.
Locomo
Address: G/F, 36 San Hing Street, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
Heima Heima
Above Heima Heima’s desserts are crafted with seasonal ingredients and flavours in mind
Heima Heima’s desserts are crafted with seasonal ingredients and flavours in mind
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A relaxed café serving light bites, tea and coffee, Heima Heima makes for a restful pitstop. Menu items change seasonally, featuring highlights such as an all-day breakfast and parma ham and cheese panini, alongside popular dessert options like the Japanese mikan roll cake and maple chestnut hojicha cheesecake.
Heima Heima
Address: G/F, 25 Tsan Tuen Road, Cheung Chau, Hong Kong
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.
