The wait is finally over for fans of classic French dining: the elegant brasserie “懷歐敘” at the Conrad Hong Kong has reopened its doors in Admiralty after a three-year break. Known for its refined yet relaxed atmosphere, the restaurant pairs contemporary Gallic cooking with sweeping city views, making it a prime spot for romantic dates, birthday celebrations, or corporate dinners. With a menu that runs from buttery escargots to a lavish seafood tower, this reopening signals a confident return to the capital’s fine-dining scene.
A Stylish Comeback
Set within the Conrad Hong Kong, the brasserie has been reimagined with a light wood interior and soft, ambient lighting that strikes a balance between sophistication and comfort. The design highlight is undoubtedly the floor-to-ceiling glass windows, which flood the room with natural light during the day and frame the glittering skyline after dark. For those seeking privacy, dedicated private dining rooms accommodate small banquets and business gatherings.
The reopening has generated buzz among local food enthusiasts, especially those who fondly remember the restaurant’s earlier run. Its return also adds a notable French option to Admiralty’s dining portfolio, competing with other upscale European venues in the area.
What to Order
The kitchen presents a concise but tempting selection of French classics, many with a modern flourish. Highlights from the à la carte menu include:
- Traditional French Escargots (HK$230) – baked with garlic, parsley, and butter, delivering a rich, aromatic start.
- Luxury Seafood Platter (HK$1,080) – a grand tier of Boston lobster, Japanese king crab legs, French seasonal oysters, Spanish red shrimp, American scallops, and Dutch mussels.
- Signature Lobster Soup (HK$180) – simmered for six hours with Boston lobster, coral, and shrimp oil for a deeply concentrated flavor.
- Pan-Seared Sea Bass (HK$380) – topped with caviar and served with broad bean mousse; elegant and delicate.
- T-Bone Steak (HK$1,450 for two) – from southern Australia, charred on the outside and tender within.
- French Soufflé (HK$160) – served fresh from the oven with a crisp exterior and airy center.
- Vanilla Crème Brûlée (HK$160) – featuring a crackly caramel top, almond praline, and sea-salt caramel ice cream.
For meat lovers, the kitchen also offers a Charolais beef tenderloin (8 oz, HK$820) and a robust American tomahawk steak (HK$1,950, serves 3–4).
Four-Course Tasting Menu
For a more structured experience, the restaurant offers a four-course tasting menu priced at HK$688 per person. Guests can choose from starters like cured scallops with chicory, wild salmon roe, and blood orange dressing, or pan-seared duck liver with cherry compote and toasted brioche. Soup options include black truffle mushroom cream or the signature lobster soup. Mains feature choices such as US sirloin with red wine mustard sauce, pan-seared prawns, or roasted sea bass with yellow wine sauce and organic vegetables. Desserts include a mille-feuille with macerated strawberries and vanilla custard, or the crème brûlée with almond and sea-salt caramel ice cream. Coffee or tea and French petits fours round out the meal.
Practical Information and Availability
The brasserie is open daily from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, making it an ideal after-work dinner destination or a late-evening treat. Given its popularity and limited seating, reservations are highly recommended.
For those planning a special occasion, the combination of refined French cuisine, impeccable service, and stunning views makes this a standout choice. With its official reopening now underway, the brasserie looks set to reclaim its place as one of Hong Kong’s most beloved French hideaways—so whether you are a long-time fan or a first-time visitor, this is the moment to rediscover an old classic.