Heading to Shek O Beach, Dragon Back, or Cape D'Aguilar? Ensure you're well-fueled before the adventure! Shau Kei Wan Main Street East is your culinary destination, brimming with affordable and authentic local delights. Dive into our top selections below:
Don't be fooled by its compact size; this eatery punches above its weight with renowned fishball and beef noodles. Savor the perfectly chewy fishballs and the soup's rich fishy flavor. Pair it with iced lemon tea for a refreshing twist!
Read more: Wong Lam Kee Chiu Chow Fish Ball Noodles (王林記)
Specializing in Hong Kong's traditional treats, Master Low-key Food Shop offers the iconic waffles (格仔餅) and egg waffles (雞蛋仔). If you're craving something light yet delectably authentic, this place is a must-visit. Every item is made to order, ensuring you receive warm and fresh delicacies straight from the kitchen. Due to its popularity, be prepared to join a queue – but rest assured, the flavors are worth the wait!
Read more: Master Low Key Food Shop (低調高手 )
You won't want to miss the Chong Hing Spicy Wontons (紅油雲吞) in Dai Goon Yuen(大觀園食坊)! Get ready to savor these juicy meet wontons, nestled in a captivating bowl of spiced broth, adorned with a tantalizing trio of chili oil, sesame, and scallions. These hand-wrapped, bite-sized dumplings are a treasure trove of tender, flavorful minced pork. With a generous 20 dumplings per bowl, your taste buds are in for an adventure!
Read more: Dai Goon Yuen(大觀園食坊)
The “King of Street Food” (小食皇) has had a good reputation for filling foodie stomachs with mouthwatering cheap street food. The sizzling sounds and the lingering aroma of the deep-fried goodness do make people extra hangry though. The fried boneless chicken(無骨炸雞) and “Three Stuffed Treasures” (煎釀三寶), which is a self-picking fried snacks selections, including eggplant, green pepper, sausage, tofu, etc, are the must-try here.
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From the classic “Siu Mai” (燒賣) to “Leung Kau” (兩溝 Imitation Shark Fin Soup), “Lui Zai Kee” (呂仔記) is an all-time favorite eatery for the residents around Shau Kei Wan for almost four decades. They even won the “Must-Eat” Award in 2020!
Read more: Lui Zai Kee 呂仔記
Embark on a culinary journey with the Tanka people, a Southern Chinese indigenous group with a unique connection to the sea. Historically, they thrived on fishing and lived a low-key existence on land due to their marginalized status. Today, however, the stigma has faded, and the Tanka community is renowned for their exceptional seafood expertise.
Read more: Kam Tung Tai Restaurant 金東大蜑家私房菜