A landmark culinary ranking places Hong Kong third in Asia, with four restaurants earning the elite “Black Diamond” distinction amid a surge in food-focused travel.
Trip.Gourmet, the dining arm of travel platform Trip.com, unveiled its 2027 Global Fine Dining Selection yesterday in partnership with Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore. Covering 105 cities across 40 countries, the list features 744 top-tier restaurants, with Hong Kong securing 37 slots—tying with Beijing for third place in Asia. Among them, four establishments achieved the highest Black Diamond rating: Caprice at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, Ta Vie in Central’s Pottinger Street, Da Dong (大班樓), and Wing (永). The announcement also introduced a new global booking system and a VIP membership program called WOW Privilege, designed to make securing reservations at the world’s most coveted tables smoother than ever.
How the Ranking Works
The 2027 selection is divided into three tiers: Black Diamond (60 restaurants globally), Diamond (160), and Platinum (524). This structure gives diners a clear lens through which to explore fine dining, from the pinnacle of culinary artistry to excellent but more accessible options.
Hong Kong’s Strong Performance
Beyond the four Black Diamond winners, Hong Kong has nine Diamond-level restaurants, including L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Hong Kong, Lung King Heen, and Lai Ching Heen (麗晶軒). Another 24 restaurants received Platinum status, reflecting the city’s depth and diversity—from Cantonese classics to French haute cuisine.
| Tier | Hong Kong Count | Examples |
|——|—————-|———-|
| Black Diamond | 4 | Caprice, Ta Vie, Da Dong, Wing |
| Diamond | 9 | L’Atelier, Lung King Heen, Lai Ching Heen |
| Platinum | 24 | Multiple local and international concepts |
Singapore: Host City with 27 Entries
As the host of the announcement event, Singapore placed 27 restaurants on the list, including three Black Diamond honorees: Odette, Les Amis, and Restaurant Labyrinth. Eight Diamond-level names such as Zén, JAAN by Kirk Westaway, and Summer Pavilion further bolster the city-state’s reputation. Resorts World Sentosa, home to over 60 dining outlets, continues to invest in new brands like Si Ji Min Fu and Chagee.
New Services That Change the Booking Game
Trip.Gourmet launched two major initiatives alongside the ranking:
- Global Table Reservation Service – Now covers more than 43,600 restaurants worldwide, nearly 40,000 of which are outside mainland China. Users can book directly through the Trip.com app.
- WOW Privilege – Exclusively for Trip.com’s Black Diamond members. On the 1st of each month, members can grab limited seats at top restaurants for the following month. Over 320 slots are available annually, with perks like priority seating, chef meet-and-greets, and exclusive tasting menus.
Additionally, the platform introduced a “China Food Travel List” for international visitors. This first-phase project offers menu translations, ordering guides, and reservation functions across 30 popular Chinese cities—helping non-Chinese speakers navigate local dining scenes.
Why Food Travel Is Booming
Trip.Gourmet’s data reveals a 45% increase in global food-related searches during the first eight months of 2026 compared to the same period last year. Seafood queries surged 218%, while searches for regional specialties skyrocketed over 700%. In the Asia-Pacific region, three destinations stood out for search growth: Japan (+130%), Indonesia (+347%), and Hong Kong (+71%).
“These numbers tell us that culinary exploration is no longer a side activity—it’s the main reason many people travel,” said a Trip.Gourmet spokesperson. “The 2027 ranking and our new services are designed to meet that demand head-on.”
What This Means for Diners and Travelers
For food lovers, the 2027 ranking is more than a glossy list—it’s a practical tool. Whether you’re planning a trip to Hong Kong to experience Da Dong’s acclaimed Cantonese fare or hoping to score a table at Odette in Singapore, the expanded booking network and WOW Privilege reduce the guesswork.
Actionable takeaways:
- Download the Trip.com app to browse the full ranking and book directly.
- If you’re a frequent fine-dining traveler, consider upgrading to Trip.com Black Diamond membership for access to WOW Privilege.
- For trips to China’s major cities, use the new “China Food Travel List” feature to overcome language barriers.
The ranking also signals a broader shift: as global tourism rebounds, destinations that invest in culinary excellence—like Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan—are gaining measurable attention. The next step for Trip.Gourmet will likely be expanding its coverage to more cities and offering deeper personalization through AI-driven recommendations.
For now, the full 2027 list is available on the Trip.com app. As the saying goes, the proof is in the pudding—or, in this case, the reservation.