Admiralty’s Brasserie on the Eighth returns with refined classics, panoramic city views, and an affordable tasting menu
After a three-year closure, the much-anticipated French restaurant Brasserie on the Eighth (懷歐敘) has officially reopened on the 8th floor of the Conrad Hong Kong Hotel in Admiralty. Located at 88 Queensway in Pacific Place, the venue welcomed back diners in November 2024 with an extensive menu of classic French dishes, a redesigned interior, and floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping views of Hong Kong’s skyline. The reopening marks the return of a romantic dining destination that has long been favoured for birthday celebrations, date nights, and intimate gatherings.
A Thoughtful Comeback for Francophiles
The restaurant’s reopening comes after a period of renovation that has refreshed both its culinary offerings and its physical space. The interior now features light wood tones and soft, warm lighting that creates a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. For those seeking privacy, the restaurant also offers private rooms suitable for small dinner parties or business entertaining.
The timing is notable, arriving just ahead of the festive season, positioning Brasserie on the Eighth as a strong contender for holiday dining in Hong Kong’s competitive fine-dining scene.
Signature Dishes That Demand Attention
The menu reads like a love letter to French gastronomy, with several standout items worth planning a visit around.
The Opulent Seafood Platter (HK$1,080) is a centrepiece experience. It includes Boston lobster, Japanese king crab legs, French seasonal oysters, Spanish red prawns—a rarer find—American scallops, and Dutch mussels. The variety and freshness make it a clear choice for seafood enthusiasts.
Starters include the classic Escargots de Bourgogne (HK$230), baked with herbs, garlic, and butter for a rich, savoury finish. The Beef Tartare (HK$280) arrives with house seasoning and is best enjoyed spread on toasted bread.
Soup lovers should not miss the Signature Lobster Bisque (HK$180). The kitchen simmers Boston lobster, coral, and shrimp oil for six hours, resulting in a deeply concentrated flavour with every spoonful.
Main courses range from elegant to indulgent. The Pan-Seared Sea Bass (HK$380) comes with caviar and fava bean mousse—a dish that balances luxury with lightness. For beef devotees, the Australian T-Bone Steak (HK$1,450, serves two) offers a charred exterior and tender centre. Other options include French Charolais Beef Tenderloin (8 oz, HK$820) and American Tomahawk Steak (HK$1,950, serves three to four).
Desserts follow tradition. The Soufflé (HK$160) is made to order, arriving crisp on the outside and airy within. The Vanilla Crème Brûlée (HK$160) features a caramelised sugar top, almond crumble, and sea salt caramel ice cream.
Exceptional Value: The Four-Course Tasting Menu
One of the most compelling offerings is the Four-Course Tasting Dinner, priced at just HK$688 per person. This prix-fixe menu includes:
- Starter choice: Marinated scallops with chicory, wild salmon roe, and blood orange dressing; or pan-seared duck liver with cherry confit, beetroot, and brioche
- Soup choice: Black truffle and mushroom cream soup, or the signature lobster bisque
- Main choice: US sirloin steak with red wine mustard sauce; pan-seared prawns; or roasted sea bass with yellow wine sauce, organic vegetables, and carrot mousse
- Dessert choice: Mille-feuille with sugar-glazed strawberries and vanilla custard; or vanilla crème brûlée with almond crumble and sea salt caramel ice cream
- To finish: Coffee or tea, plus petits fours
Practical Information for Diners
Hours: Daily from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Address: 8/F, Conrad Hong Kong, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty
Reservations: Call (852) 2822 8803 or book online at conraddining.com
What This Means for Hong Kong’s Dining Scene
The return of Brasserie on the Eighth fills a gap in Admiralty’s fine-dining French offerings. For those seeking a romantic evening, a birthday celebration venue, or simply a refined meal with a view, this reopening provides a fresh option with proven credentials. The four-course tasting menu, in particular, offers exceptional value in a city where comparable French dining experiences often command significantly higher prices.
Whether you are a long-time fan returning after the hiatus or a first-time visitor, the restaurant’s combination of classic technique, quality ingredients, and dramatic city views makes it a worthy addition to any Hong Kong food lover’s shortlist.