A new collaboration between a seven-time Michelin-recognised Thai chef and The Salisbury – YMCA of Hong Kong’s Café de los Santos is shaking up the city’s buffet scene, offering diners an extraordinary value proposition that begins with a flash sale starting July 23. The “Thai Chill Dinner Buffet” launch sees Executive Chef Wong Chi-ming teaming up with Chef Khun Kwan—whose credentials include consecutive Michelin Guide nods since 2017—to present an authentic Thai culinary journey priced from as low as HK$311 per person when taking advantage of the limited-time buy-one-get-two promotion.
A Partnership Built on Credibility and Flavour
The collaboration marks a significant moment for Hong Kong’s hotel dining landscape, combining local expertise with genuine Thai culinary tradition. Chef Khun Kwan’s Michelin recognition seven years running speaks to a consistency and quality that elevates this buffet beyond typical hotel fare. Chef Wong’s team at Café de los Santos has transformed the venue’s eighth-floor space into what they describe as a “Thai escape,” featuring both familiar favourites and lesser-known regional specialities.
“We wanted to create an experience that transports guests to the streets of Bangkok and the coasts of Phuket,” a hotel representative noted, emphasising that every dish—from the cold seafood station to the live cooking counter—reflects authentic preparation methods.
The Deal That Demands Attention
The promotion structure is notably generous: purchase one adult dinner buffet, receive one additional adult and one child free. For families of three dining Monday through Thursday, the total comes to HK$934, averaging just HK$311 per person. Weekend and public holiday pricing sits at HK$1,075 for three, or HK$358 per head.
Alternatively, diners without children can opt for a straight buy-one-get-one offer:
- Monday to Thursday: HK$886 for two (HK$443 per person)
- Friday to Sunday and public holidays: HK$1,018 for two (HK$509 per person)
Seniors aged 65 and above can enjoy a separate buy-one-get-one lunch buffet promotion at HK$394 for two on weekdays, working out to an impressive HK$197 per person.
What’s on the Menu: A Culinary Tour of Thailand
The buffet spread spans multiple stations designed to satisfy seafood lovers and Thai food purists alike.
Seafood highlights include Boston lobster, snow crab legs, and bread crab (available Friday through Sunday and public holidays), alongside shrimp, mussels, and lobster claws. From now until August 30, every dinner guest receives a complimentary cold Boston lobster and Thai-style baked oyster upon arrival.
Cold dishes showcase Thailand’s vibrant salad culture:
- Green papaya salad
- Pomelo shrimp salad
- Thai minced pork salad (larb)
- Boneless chicken feet salad
- Pork neck salad
Hot food stations feature both comfort classics and elevated creations:
- Crab meat steamed egg with tom yum essence
- Shrimp in tomato sauce
- Golden-fried seafood
- Grilled cod fillet in banana leaf
- Thai Hainanese chicken rice
- Volcanic pork ribs
- Massaman lamb curry
- Deep-fried soft-shell crab
- Chicken and pork satay
The live cooking station offers tiger prawns cooked to order and Phuket street food skewers featuring beef balls and fish balls.
Dessert presents an indulgent Thai finale with mango sticky rice, durian cheesecake, durian molten lava cake, coconut pudding, layered cakes, Thai ruby chestnuts, and pandan chiffon cake.
Planning Your Visit
Booking details: The flash sale launches July 23 at noon via KKday. Reservations are recommended given the promotional pricing.
Dates: The “Thai Chill Dinner Buffet” runs through August 30, with the free lobster and oyster offer valid for the entire period.
Location: Café de los Santos, 8/F, The Salisbury – YMCA of Hong Kong, 41 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Why This Deal Matters for Hong Kong Diners
In a city where hotel buffets routinely exceed HK$600 per person on weekends, this collaboration represents a significant departure from the norm. The inclusion of a Michelin-recognised chef’s input adds a layer of culinary credibility that sets it apart from standard promotional offers. For families looking to maximise value without sacrificing quality—and for couples seeking a date night with serious gastronomic credentials—this limited-time promotion could be the summer’s most compelling dining opportunity.
Book early, as similar flash sales from this venue have historically sold out within hours. With genuine Thai flavours, premium seafood, and a price point that feels almost too good to be true, the only question is whether the city’s savvy diners will move fast enough to secure their table.