The Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner, and families across Hong Kong are already searching for the perfect venue to gather, feast, and admire the moon. For those still undecided on where to dine this year, UFood has curated a selection of seven exceptional Chinese restaurants offering everything from Michelin-starred Cantonese cuisine and authentic Shanghai fare to bold Hunan and Sichuan dishes. Whether you crave a harbour-view setting or traditional elegance, this guide helps you book the ideal spot for a memorable reunion dinner.
Michelin-Starred Cantonese Elegance at Yat Tung Heen
Located in the Eaton Hotel in Jordan, Yat Tung Heen remains a perennial favourite for multi-generational gatherings. The restaurant’s classic ambiance and consistently high culinary standards appeal especially to older family members. Signature dishes include the honey-glazed barbecued pork—perfectly balanced between lean and fatty, with a caramelised exterior—and the aged tangerine peel pan-fried chicken rice. The venue has earned Michelin recognition, offering refined Cantonese cuisine in a setting that exudes timeless sophistication.
Address: B2/F, Eaton Hotel Hong Kong, 380 Nathan Road, Jordan
Phone: 2710 1093
Hours: Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00, 18:00–22:30; Sat–Sun & public holidays 10:00–16:00, 18:00–22:30
Artisanal Chaozhou Flavours at Zheng Chao Lou
For families craving something beyond Cantonese, Zheng Chao Lou in Causeway Bay delivers authentic Teochew cuisine under the guidance of an experienced chef. The restaurant’s antique-inspired décor matches the festival’s traditional spirit. Must-try items include clams poached in fish sauce, braised goose slice, and the signature taro fried rice. The taro is deep-fried until fluffy, then wok-fried with mushrooms and served in a clay pot, creating a lightly burnt, crispy bottom layer. Note that some special dishes require advance ordering—call ahead to secure them.
Branches: G/F, 2B, Fortune Building, 117-119 Jaffe Road, Wan Chai (Phone: 2185 6718)
Causeway Bay: Shop B, G/F, China Taiping Tower Phase 1, 8 Hing Ning Road (Phone: 2116 5519)
Hours: 11:30–15:00, 17:30–22:00
Harbour Views and Modern Cantonese at HEXA
Perched at Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui, HEXA combines traditional Cantonese cooking with contemporary flair and offers unobstructed 180-degree views of Victoria Harbour. The setting is perfect for moonlit dinners. Signature items include a risotto-style rice with matsutake mushroom, morel, and sea urchin, cooked in rich chicken broth and finished with white truffle oil. The black Iberian pork char siu and bamboo charcoal custard buns are also popular. The luxurious interior and window-side tables make this a top choice for festive atmosphere.
Address: Shop OTE101, G/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Phone: 2577 1668
Hours: 11:30–23:45
Award-Winning Hunan Heat at Xiang Shang Xiang
Families who love spice will appreciate Xiang Shang Xiang, also at Harbour City, which has repeatedly earned a Michelin recommendation for its modern interpretation of traditional Hunan cuisine. The brand’s motto “born for banquets” is reflected in its opulent decoration and a unique “chilli museum” displaying rare pepper varieties. The flagship dish—Xiang Shang Xiang Hong Yun Dang Tou—features a giant fish head steamed with five types of Hunan chillies, presented with a ceremonial flourish that symbolises good fortune.
Address: Shop 401, 4/F, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, 5 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Phone: 2688 2408 / 9293 2331
Hours: Daily 11:00–22:00
Sky-High Cantonese Luxury at Tin Lung Heen
For an unforgettable elevated experience, Tin Lung Heen on the 102nd floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, offers panoramic harbour views alongside Michelin-starred Cantonese cuisine. The honey-glazed Iberian pork char siu is widely regarded as a benchmark dish, with a crisp, caramelised edge and tender, juicy meat. Other highlights include the prawn toast and abalone puff. This venue defines premium family dining with a view.
Address: 102/F, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui
Phone: 2263 2270
Hours: Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30, 18:00–21:00; Sat–Sun & public holidays 11:30–13:00, 13:30–15:00, 18:00–21:00
Northern Chinese Flair with a View at HuTong
Also overlooking the harbour, HuTong specialises in Northern Chinese and Sichuan cuisine within a setting inspired by old Beijing alleyways. Red lanterns add a festive Mid-Autumn touch. The theatrical flaming pepper Peking duck, prepared using a Qing dynasty imperial recipe, is a showstopper. Other stars include the crispy soft-shell crab with Sichuan peppercorn (“Big Red Lantern Hanging High”) and Sichuan-style spicy stir-fried lobster.
Address: 18/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Phone: 3428 8342
Hours: Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00, 17:30–00:00; Sat–Sun & public holidays 11:30–16:00, 17:30–00:00
Refined Shanghai Cuisine at Ge Yuan Zhu Yu
Named after one of China’s four famous gardens, Ge Yuan Zhu Yu at Harbour City incorporates bamboo motifs throughout its elegant interior. The restaurant specialises in Huaiyang and Shanghai cuisine. A standout is the “overnight wild sea fish”, which is salted immediately after catch and then pan-fried, delivering a perfect blend of freshness, tenderness, and saltiness. Unique offerings like iron-plate xiao long bao, pan-fried pork dumplings, and five-year-aged tangerine peel beef patties make this a fun option for families who love Shanghainese noodles and dim sum.
Address: Shop 3202, 3/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 3-27 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Phone: 2116 8328
Hours: Daily 11:30–16:00, 18:00–22:30
Plan Ahead for a Seamless Reunion
As Mid-Autumn approaches, these restaurants are expected to fill quickly. Early reservations are strongly recommended, especially for harbour-view tables and signature dishes that require advance preparation. Many venues also offer festive set menus—check directly or through booking platforms for the latest terms and pricing. Whether you prefer classic dim sum, fiery Hunan fare, or a sky-high splurge, Hong Kong’s dining scene has something to satisfy every generation around the reunion table.