WONG CHUK HANG, HONG KONG — The long-awaited THE SOUTHSIDE mall has officially opened its doors at Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, bringing nearly 40 restaurants to a district long dubbed a “food desert.” The five-level, pet-friendly development houses approximately 130 retail tenants, with dining options ranging from Michelin-starred ramen to Bib Gourmand-rated Vietnamese pho, marking a dramatic culinary shift for Hong Kong Island’s southern district.
A New Dining Destination Emerges
For years, residents and office workers in Wong Chuk Hang lamented the lack of quality dining options. That narrative has now changed dramatically. THE SOUTHSIDE, located at 11 Heung Yip Road and directly connected to Exit B of Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, offers a 24-hour pedestrian link to nearby housing estates, bus terminals, and public transport interchanges, making it highly accessible.
The mall’s restaurant lineup reads like a curated food festival, featuring a mix of international chains, local favourites, and award-winning concepts. Here’s a closer look at what diners can expect.
Michelin-Starred and Bib Gourmand Highlights
Gold Konjiki Hototogisu
Originating from Tokyo’s Shinjuku district in 2006, Gold Konjiki Hototogisu has earned a Michelin star for five consecutive years. Their signature clam broth shoyu ramen uses 60 kilograms of clams combined with pork bone and fish stock, resulting in a richly umami yet subtly sweet soup. The noodles, made from Hokkaido wheat flour, boast a chewy texture that clings to the broth. It’s located on LG level.
Brass Spoon
A Bib Gourmand recipient for eight straight years, Brass Spoon brings authentic Vietnamese pho to the south side. Their beef noodle soup features a broth simmered for at least 12 hours using 100 catties of beef leg bones, tendon, and brisket. The result is a clear but intensely flavorful soup with a glossy sheen of beef fat. Diners can choose their preferred doneness for premium U.S. Angus short rib and shoulder cuts. Find them on the 3rd floor, Shop 304.
International Flavours for Every Palate
Chef’s Cuts
This popular steakhouse chain operates its fourth branch at THE SOUTHSIDE, specialising in dry-aged beef and global seafood. The seafood platter—featuring Boston lobster, oysters, Hokkaido scallops, blue mussels, clams, prawns, and octopus—comes with six dipping sauces. Meat lovers should try the dry-aged black Angus ribeye, enough for three people, with its juicy, tender near-the-bone meat. Open daily from noon to 10pm on the 2nd floor.
Bamboo Thai
This modern Thai restaurant features a mural by a Japanese artist, creating an exotic resort-like atmosphere with tigers, flowers, and tribal motifs. Signature dishes include volcano pork ribs, Thai egg curry with king tiger prawns, and grilled pork neck. To celebrate the flagship opening, Bamboo Thai offers a complimentary fresh coconut with dinner orders on weeknights. Hours are Monday to Friday noon–10pm, weekends 11:30am–10pm.
Duan Chun Zhen Beef Noodles
This Taiwan import, which arrived in Hong Kong in 2020, serves braised beef noodle soups made with fresh beef fat fried to release oils, then slow-cooked for eight to nine hours with scallions, ginger, garlic, bean paste, and 23 Chinese herbs. The beef uses U.S. beef shank with marbled fat for rich flavour and tender texture. Noodle options include wide or thin varieties, plus specialty items like chicken soup noodles and spicy duck blood vermicelli.
Korean BBQ and Japanese Tea Culture
San Dong Sik Dang
This Korean BBQ restaurant serves beef ribs half an arm’s length long, sukiyaki-style wagyu, Gyeongju black pork, and grilled whole Jeju eel. The cave-inspired interior design—with stone walls, wooden furnishings, and soft lighting—creates an immersive dining experience. Located on the 2nd floor.
nana’s green tea
The Tokyo-based tea house opens its second Hong Kong branch, using Kyoto’s Yamamasa Koyamaen tea leaves for matcha and hojicha beverages and desserts. Their seasonal yuzu warabimochi parfait and yuzu mint soda run until August 31. Also offering savoury options like soy milk dan dan udon and salmon tea rice.
Cafés, Burgers, and More
NOC Coffee Co.
This local specialty coffee roaster, named among the world’s 50 best coffee shops by Big7 Travel in 2019, opens a THE SOUTHSIDE location with an exclusive menu featuring ice cream—a first for the brand.
stain+
This 1,100-square-foot concept café embraces industrial chic with cement, black, and copper accents. Beans are sourced globally, roasted fresh daily in Hong Kong, and rotated quarterly.
N+Burger
Using 100% all-natural Angus beef from the brand’s own Australian牧场, N+Burger serves sourdough buns buttered and lightly toasted for crisp exteriors. Must-tries include the N+ Classics with bacon and the truffle sauce brisket burger.
Ombra
This Italian restaurant serves authentic pasta, pizza, and meat dishes. Their HK$148 lunch set includes appetiser, main course, dessert, and drink—covering veal with tuna sauce, white wine olive oil linguine, black truffle pasta, and tiramisu.
MUSEe
This Southeast Asian fusion spot offers chicken rice, laksa, and pho alongside creative dishes like Malaysian belacan pork neck with spaghetti. Cocktails are buy-one-get-one-free daily from 2pm to 9:30pm.
Chinese Classics and Local Favourites
Prince Restaurant
This well-known Chinese establishment prides itself on using fresh ingredients without chemical seasonings or artificial colours. Their signature roasted goose is limited in supply, prepared in batches to ensure freshness. The Iberico pork char siu and “World’s No. 1 Bun” are also popular.
Another Hound Café
Previously only in Sha Tin, this modern Thai restaurant offers affordable options like squid ink pasta with prawns, jumbo crab meat yellow curry, and crispy pork knuckle with sticky rice.
Getting There
THE SOUTHSIDE is directly connected to Wong Chuk Hang MTR Station Exit B. A 24-hour pedestrian walkway links the mall to nearby residential estates, the public transport interchange, bus stops, and the minibus terminus.
The Bigger Picture
THE SOUTHSIDE’s opening represents more than just new dining options. It signals the maturation of Hong Kong Island South as a vibrant residential and commercial hub. With nearly 40 restaurants now operating and more expected to open, the area is poised to attract food lovers from across the city. For those who have long endured limited choices, the transformation is nothing short of remarkable.
Address: 11 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang (MTR Exit B)
Official opening: Now fully operational