Hung Hom and its neighboring Whampoa district have long been a battleground for restaurateurs, thanks to the area’s strategic position as a transport hub. From the Hong Kong Coliseum to Hung Hom Plaza and the bustling food streets, this neighborhood offers everything from Michelin-recognized street snacks to late-night skewers and Japanese home-style meals. UFood editors have curated a guide to more than a dozen standout spots, ensuring that locals and visitors alike never have to wonder where to eat again.
Street Food Staples
Hung Hom Egg Waffle – A local institution for over 40 years, this humble shop earned its first Michelin Bib Gourmand mention last year. The signature item is the protein floss savory pancake: a soft, buttery crêpe slathered with peanut sauce and piled high with salty pork floss. Other hits include matcha egg waffles, sesame waffles, and mango-filled pancakes.
Address: G/F, 53 Baker Street, Hung Hom. Open Mon–Wed, Fri–Sun 12–8pm (Thu closed).
Sweet Craft – This Whampoa dessert shop draws crowds with its photogenic milk snow ice. The caramel sea salt version layers salted cheese foam, caramel crunch, and popcorn over silky milk ice, with a hidden egg pudding at the bottom. Other flavors include matcha red bean, honey peach, and coconut pineapple.
Address: G33, G/F, Park East (Phase 3), Whampoa. Open daily 1–10pm.
Noodle and Rice Specialties
Meng Noodles – A favorite among Hong Kong food groups on Facebook, this cart noodle joint is famous for its tomato and potato soup base, which tastes like a home-cooked broth. The signature “Meng” noodles are thick and slurp-worthy, while toppings like honey-glazed pork skewers, fresh clams, and spicy squid keep regulars coming back.
Address: G/F, 1–9 Chatham Lane, Hung Hom. Open daily 1–9:30pm.
Original Nourishing Soup Rice Noodles – This Whampoa spot serves clay-pot rice noodles with a dozen soup options. The cordyceps flower and chicken soup is simmered for eight hours using 30 fresh San Wong chickens, Jinhua ham, and pork bones—packed with collagen.
Address: G/F, 34, Block 3, Whampoa Garden, Hung Hom. Open daily 11am–10pm.
Bakeries and Late-Night Bites
Leisure Bakery – Since 2021, this small bakery has been churning out innovative buns, from corn chowder bao to tiramisu soft rolls. Their French caramel pudding bun and taro mochi bagels are made with soybean oil and French/Japanese flours by three pastry chefs with over a decade of experience.
Address: G/F, 155 Wuhu Street, Hung Hom. Open daily 7:30am–9:30pm.
Delicious BBQ – A late-night haunt for PolyU students, this skewer shop offers Hong Kong-style grilled meats at bargain prices—three chicken skewers for just HK$30. Whole chicken wings, pork neck, and Swiss sausages are brushed with honey and charcoal-grilled to caramelized perfection. Don’t miss the egg-ricotta rice rolls, fried until crispy and served with sweet sauce.
Address: G/F, 42 Wuhu Street, Hung Hom. Open Mon–Sat 11am–3:30am (Sun closed).
Japanese and Korean Dining
Komeki – This Whampoa eatery specializes in ichiju-sansai (one soup, three dishes) sets. Guests choose from over 20 items, including soy sauce-marinated eggs (marinated for eight hours), nanban fried chicken with tartar sauce, and mentaiko thick omelette.
Address: G32, G/F, Park East (Phase 3), Whampoa. Open daily 12–10pm.
Nichishoku – A Showa-era wooden cabin that focuses on slow-cooked Western-Japanese fusion. Meats are vacuum-sealed and sous-vide for hours, resulting in tender pork, duck, and Wagyu beef. The nine-grid set for two includes everything from seared abalone to sashimi.
Address: G/F, F, 10 Ming On Street, Hung Hom. Open daily 12–9:30pm.
Han Palace – Run by a Korean owner, this Whampoa restaurant serves thin-cut pork belly barbecue sizzled on a hot plate, plus soy sauce marinated crab, Korean braised trotters, and fried chicken. Pair with soju or house-made cocktails.
Address: G/F, 16 Man Chiu Street, Hung Hom. Open daily 5:30–11pm.
Chinese and Cha Chaan Teng
Canglangting – A Shanghai-style noodle house renowned for its chicken broth noodles (nèn jī wēi miàn). The milky broth is light yet rich, packed with shredded chicken and vegetables. The sweet-and-sour pork ribs, fried to order, are another must-try.
Address: G/F, C1, 111 Wuhu Street, Hung Hom. Open Mon–Fri 12–10pm, Sat–Sun 12–3pm & 6–10pm.
Tong Yan Fong Coffee Restaurant – A Cup Noodles-themed cha chaan teng decorated with over 10,000 collectibles. The owner’s passion caught the attention of Nissin Foods. Signature dishes include thick-cut pork chop lo mein, satay beef noodles, and boneless Hainanese chicken rice.
Address: G/F, 32 Sung Kit Street, Hung Hom. Open Mon–Sat 8am–6pm, Sun/public holidays 10am–6pm.
Cafés and Vegetarian Options
Ikkon Coffee – Located in the Kyoto-style lane of Kai Tak, this café is a sister branch of Good Day Coffee in Jordan. The pistachio terrine is the star—two layers of nutty, creamy goodness topped with crushed pistachios. Also try the black sesame Basque cheesecake and dirty coffee.
Address: G/F, 15, 63 Ma Tau Wai Road, Hung Hom. Open Mon–Fri 11am–6:30pm, Sat–Sun 10:30am–6:30pm.
Be with Years – Sister brand of the popular vegetarian chain Sui Nin, this Whampoa café serves creative keto-friendly vegan dishes. Lookalike classics include “impossible” Bolognese pasta, cheese burgers, Japanese curry pork cutlet set, and a ten-vegetable all-day breakfast.
Address: G/F, G27, Park East (Phase 3), Whampoa. Open daily 12–10pm.
Beyond the Plate
Hung Hom’s food scene continues to evolve, blending traditional street eats with global influences. Whether you’re a student on a budget, a late-night reveler, or a health-conscious diner, the district offers a culinary journey that mirrors Hong Kong’s own diversity. For more curated guides, check out UFood’s recommendations for To Kwa Wan, Yuen Long, Tuen Mun, and Tsuen Wan.