Very cool, very chic, and food is not bad at all. Great for parties, or for a casual dinner for two. Love it!

• How much did you spend?
  $300
• Overall Rating
  OK

A bar with all you can eat dim sum at lunch times… very cool.

• How much did you spend?
  $150
• Overall Rating
  OK

The place is always packed, and rightly so. I think this Is the best Shanghainese food in Hong Kong. We had their smoked chicken, double boiled soup with Chinese ham, and river eel. All excellent. You will need to pre-order these dishes.

• How much did you spend?
  $1500 for 8
• Overall Rating
  Good

Authentic French fare. Good brasserie choice of food and delivered well, but certainly not at brasserie prices.

• How much did you spend?
  $760 / head excl. wine
• Overall Rating
  Good

Best ramen in town. Long wait is a bit off-putting though (sometimes one hour wait) for this tiny shop in the side street of LKF.

• How much did you spend?
  $100 / head
• Overall Rating
  OK

Hip décor with oddly funny paintings and accompany stories of animals like Eliza the Pig and Stanley the Fish. The food is cooked up in an open kitchen, with imaginative flair and good dish presentation by the chefs. Food is good, if a bit salty.

• How much did you spend?
  $500 / head excl. drinks
• Overall Rating
  OK

Your typical American steakhouse. All steaks are served on a REALLY hot plate. So hot, in fact, that the meat sizzles when placed on it. You might think you cannot stomach the molten chocolate cake after a big piece of steak but prove yourself wrong, because you can, and you will.

• How much did you spend?
  900
• Overall Rating
  OK

There is nothing wrong with the food, the service or anything else here, but there is also nothing special. In fact, it is quite expensive for the food we got. Won't be back any time soon.

• How much did you spend?
  650
• Overall Rating
  OK

When my friend took me to Sumi for yakitori, I was skeptical. Let's just say the building looks nothing like a "dining building" in Causeway Bay. Lots of foreign ladies share the lift with you. However, it was the best yakitori dinner I have had in a long time. The seasoning was just right, and the atmosphere was dark and smoky, just like in Japan. Would be even better if there was a larger selection of beer.

• How much did you spend?
  300
• Overall Rating
  Good

Seems like Wooloomooloo is moving up - in terms of altitude, that is. The One is the second steakhouse-with-a-view attempt from the same group and it works. The view is really breathtaking, even though I have been living in this city for a long time. All the steakhouse staples, such as crab cakes, creamed spinach, are well done. I believe there are more choices of steaks here than the other branches, but then I have not been to those for a long time.

A very good option if you happen to be in this part of town.

• How much did you spend?
  800
• Overall Rating
  OK

After a bargain set lunch that exceeded my expectation at Lawry's last month, a pack of us came here for dinner last week, hoping to be surprised again.

I began with the shrimp cocktail. Quite average. I can tell the shrimps are not that fresh. The spinning salad bowl was just for show; the salad itself was ok but I like the fact that it is served ice cold.

The star of the show is the Jim Brady cut prime rib. Who doesn't like a juicy piece of steak? But even for a meatlover like myself, it was difficult to finish the entire piece of meat by myself.

For dessert, we shared the apple pie a la mode - a sweet end to the meal.

The wine list is quite decent!

• How much did you spend?
  500
• Overall Rating
  OK

Not your typical breakfast place. Firstly it's open all day. Sometimes a Full Breakfast in the middle of the day is the best thing. Secondly, the portions are huge. Not big, but huge. A satisfying meal.

• How much did you spend?
  120
• Overall Rating
  OK

Like other venues in Soho, the set lunch here is around $100 for a 3-course meal. Good value considering the portion size. However, the quality has gone down. Gone are the good old Italian fare; it is replaced by half-hearted dishes such as pasta that is too mushy (could be perfect for locals) A pity!

• How much did you spend?
  100
• Overall Rating
  OK

Dim sum remains their signature dishes, as shown by the packed dining room at lunch. I can understand why people like this place - clean, swift service (but no smile) and all dim sum served hot. The signature Mexican pineapple buns with pork are really out of this world. But it is a different story at dinner. Even simple dishes are over $100 and some of the specials are over $300. Be sure to ask the waiter as most of the time he would just take your order and walk away without telling you the price. Quite ordinary given the price.

• How much did you spend?
  100 for lunch, 320 for dinner
• Overall Rating
  OK

Authentic and reliable Italian. Great value brunch, semi-buffet style. Good selection of dishes, top-notch quality. Highly recommended.

• How much did you spend?
  280
• Overall Rating
  Good

The name reminds me of the fancy Chinese restaurants in Shanghai but the exquisite and NOT over the top decor is definitely Hong Kong. Decent food and not expensive considering the location and view from the 30th-floor establishment.

• How much did you spend?
  400
• Overall Rating
  Good

Despite the sheer number of Chinese restaurants of similar standard in Hong Kong, the impressive view of our Victoria harbour is reason enough to choose this IFC mall outlet. The food is fairly standard but well executed and beautifully presented.

The attentive waiters and waitresses who are helpful and make great suggestions. Pricing reflects the location in Hong Kong's financial centre.

The bartender is fantastic so do arrive early to enjoy a cocktail before dinner. Expensive but is a happy start to an enjoyable meal.

• How much did you spend?
  600 pp
• Overall Rating
  Good

Probably one of the high end Korean restaurants in Hong Kong. It's promising when a lot of the diners are Korean! Decent Korean BBQ but the braised kalbi with turnip was outstanding! I had to order another bowl of rice so that I could finish the sauce!

The various side dishes are also better than most Korean restaurants in Hong Kong.

Sitting by the window on a rainy day, overlooking the hustling Time Square - a relaxing dinner.

• How much did you spend?
  350 pp
• Overall Rating
  Good

Didn't expect the food to be great and so I wasn't disappointed. The Japanese dishes are better than the Italian ones.

View was stunning but is it worth a month's rent?

• How much did you spend?
  700 pp
• Overall Rating
  OK

Stylish and posh space with high ceiling, which is rare. Very nice setting for a relaxing lunch and even more appropriate for business dinner (because of the price and the fact that you can take the clients to the bar for a drink right after) The dishes are nicely presented, and that's all I'm going to say. Service is slow but acceptable for lunch on Saturday.

• How much did you spend?
  300 pp for lunch
• Overall Rating
  OK

Because of the location of Fish Bar (by the pool), and the fact that there are big fans blowing at you, i.e. no air-con, you might think you're on holiday. The newspaper table mats go very well with the menu that offers a great selection of seafood. Simple and focus - the way it should be at a seafood restaurant. When the ingredients are fresh, you don't need fancy sauces or condiments. Superb fish and chips and chargrilled garoupa.

• How much did you spend?
  400 pp
• Overall Rating
  Good

Am bummed the Star Street location is not there anymore. The Soho branch is less cosy but more elegant. The food is nice - the best starter is the foie gras trio and foie gras terrine. Makes you forget about the clogged arteries and spare tyre around your waist. Good wine selection, if expensive, like the rest of the meal.

• How much did you spend?
  700 pp
• Overall Rating
  Good

Where else would you go for old favourite Hong Kong style western food like Wong Fried Rice? The menu is like a bible and I bet there are a few dishes that nobody ever orders, but they just leave them in there. An institution that everyone should visit at least once. Old school service is charming as ever.

• How much did you spend?
  380 pp
• Overall Rating
  OK

Reminds me of the hot spot in Soho New York. The French bistro fare Press Room offers is a little American, exactly like Balthazar. Unique and of a decent standard consistently. I can see why there is always a line on Friday and Saturday night, as well as on Sunday morning.

• How much did you spend?
  550 pp for dinner
• Overall Rating
  Good

The chef calls himself the demon chef. I don't know how much of a demon he is, judging by the look he's trying to pull off that's clearly for someone 20 years his junior. Having said that, he is a wicked wizard with the food! Very creative dishes take you on an intense taste journey. The presentation is equally fascinating. What is so great is that he doesn't push the molecular gastronomic experience - nothing was too gimmicky or try-hard. You can really taste the actual food underneath all the fancy layers. Superb. Would recommend to those who are looking for something outside the box. Pricey but you pay for the creativity. Lunch is apparently a bargain but have been told the portions are way too small for a grown man.

• How much did you spend?
  1300
• Overall Rating
  Good

Luk Yu is an institution, from the cranky service (how hard is it to bring me an extra bowl?) to the old-school tea house interior, all the way to the average at best dim sum. Dinner is slightly better, or go with a regular and get what my friend calls "so good [food] she is willing to forgo breakfast and lunch the day before". I wasn't that lucky.

Apparently at night there are living creatures other than human that take over the place. They probably offer better service.

• How much did you spend?
  390 pp for dinner
• Overall Rating
  OK

Hands down the best steakhouse in Hong Kong. Couples rave about the nice view and the romantic vibe, but I only come here for the steaks. And the salad bar. And the flavored butter.

When you are stuffing 12 oz or more steak into your system, you need something green to balance things out. Some of my female friends claim that salad is all they need but I beg to differ. The cut of steak I order the most is the New York strip. Perfectly grilled with just the right amount of fat.

The selection of salt is more for show than taste. The mustards, on the other hand, are very interesting, although I stick to English mustard most of the time. The knives are fun and most guys would pick the bigger ones, for obvious reason.

• How much did you spend?
  1100
• Overall Rating
  Good

There should always be a bar at any steakhouse so the minute I walked into Steik, I get a good vibe. The dry age fridge is impressive and promising as well.

Starter was the crab and lobster bisque and it was really good. Lots of flavours and served very hot. Just the way I like it.

Instead of ordering the ordinary rib-eye, I decided to try the Scottish Angus rib eye. It has more flavour than I imagined, and less fatty than US beef. You can actually taste the meat.

The warm chocolate fondant was a nice finish to the meal, although I was actually too full to enjoy it.

Our waiter (very helpful in a non-intrusive way) highly recommended the wagyu burger. I am coming back for that!

• How much did you spend?
  700
• Overall Rating
  Good

See review on Prime.

I have never been to the old Hugo's so I wouldn't compare the two. My colleagues have been saying the lobster bisque and steak tartare are as brilliant as before. Now I don't usually order steak tartare in Hong kong, but it was very good. The lobster bisque is probably one of the best I have had in steakhouses in hong Kong. The roast beef was excellent, better than Lawry's. We ordered a very expensive bottle of wine so the bill was over $1000 per person, but it was worth it.

• How much did you spend?
  1200
• Overall Rating
  Good

I still cannot believe I got forced to go to Nobu, as I don't believe in "fake" Japanese food. Some friends from Taiwan wanted to give it a try, so I gave in. Westernised Japanese food, or Chef Matsuhisa's interpretation of Japanese food, is too sweet for my taste, and with too much sauce and ingredients that don't quite fit in, such as jalapeno. All the sashimi was fresh but there wasn't a lot of variety.

Nevertheless, dinner was great! Expensive, really expensive, but enjoyable and with a nice view.

• How much did you spend?
  900
• Overall Rating
  OK

Came for lunch the other day. Decided to order the set lunch to be safe. The salad was ok, but should have ordered the steak tartare, which looked tasty. The burger was recommended by the waiter. Not bad, but nothing great either. The atmosphere is great, and perfect for Central. Service was a bit slow for Central though.

• How much did you spend?
  250
• Overall Rating
  OK

I like Bistecca, so when the group opened Prime at Element, I had to try it.

The menu is smaller than Bistecca, but the prices are friendlier. I started with the chicken caesar salad. To my surprise, the chicken was not grilled, but fried. Delicious! Really defeats the purpose of ordering a salad, but then I wouldn't be there if I were on a diet! My friend started with the onion soup, which was too watery and tasted like it came out of a can.

Now the beef. Unlike Bistecca, Prime does not have dry-aged beef. The prime rib-eye was juicy and tasty, whereas the t-bone, which was not on the menu, was a bit tasteless. We both thought the tenderloin side of the t-bone tasted "mushy". Not what one would expect. The side dishes were very good. We ordered the garlic mushrooms, grilled asparagus and garlic fries. All delicious.

After so much steak, we had to skip dessert. Before we left, our waiter came over and asked if everything was alright. It's a nice touch and unexpected, since service at Bistecca is not great.

Will definitely come back soon!

• How much did you spend?
  700
• Overall Rating
  Good

I used to be a regular at Wagyu Kitchen EN until recently. The once great value for money lunch sets are not as great, and the sizes have shrunk. But they do have daily specials, which look delicious - I decided to stick to my favourite, which was a mistake.

• How much did you spend?
  100
• Overall Rating
  OK

Haven't been here for years but someone suggested brunch at this place so decided to give it a try. It is a half buffet, half a la carte format: buffet for starters and desserts, but you choose from a set menu for the pasta and meat course. Vast range of choices for starters, which will fill you up so watch out. The pasta dishes were not as good as I remember but the rack of lamb was perfect. Too full for desserts, although the display looks tempting.

• How much did you spend?
  600
• Overall Rating
  OK

Not a traditional tapas joint; the tapas portion is too big, only a handful of customers get to sit at the bar, and the atmosphere is not quite right. It's too fancy and high-end. Nonetheless, we sat down and immediately ordered some sangria. Probably the best I have tasted in Hong Kong. Ordered a few tapas, including the scallop ceviche, grilled prawns and roast pork. Both the scallops and prawns were fresh and succulent. The pork was decent. One of us also ordered the crema cantalana, a Spanish version of creme brulee.

• How much did you spend?
  300
• Overall Rating
  Good

I have eaten here both lunch and dinner. Lunch is ok because it is cheaper. Dinner is a total rip-off. The ingredients are all organic or locally grown or pesticides free, and the cooking methods are supposed to be very avant garde, but the taste is not good. Reluctant to come back.

• How much did you spend?
  250 (lunch) 650 (dinner)
• Overall Rating
  Bad