Lede: A Michelin-recommended Chinese restaurant in Prince Edward has sparked a dining frenzy by offering a six-piece dim sum platter for just HK$34.80, alongside individual servings of har gow and siu mai at HK$16.80 each—slashing prices by up to 70% compared to typical Hong Kong tea house rates.
Background: A Michelin-Rated Gem Goes Budget-Friendly
Yung Kee King (容記小菜王), a beloved local institution on Prince Edward Road West, has been quietly serving wok-fried classics and handmade dim sum for years. Earning a Michelin recommendation for its fiery stir-fries—signature dishes include honey-glazed char siu, crispy salad pork ribs, and deep-fried squid with salt and pepper—the restaurant recently introduced aggressive promotions that have packed its dining hall from morning tea through afternoon snacks.
The first wave of discounts—HK$18.80 for all dim sum sizes and HK$5 per person for tea—drew overwhelming support from regulars and online foodies. Now, the restaurant is doubling down with two headline offers: a HK$34.80 dim sum platter containing six varieties, including har gow, siu mai, char siu buns, and pastries; and a standalone plate of either har gow or siu mai for HK$16.80—nearly half the price of a typical single order at most Hong Kong tea houses.
What’s on Offer and When to Go
Both promotions are available daily during designated hours:
- Dim Sum Platter (HK$34.80): Served from morning tea through afternoon tea sessions. The basket rotates weekly but consistently includes four steamed dumplings and two baked items—generous portions for one person or a light share for two.
- Single Har Gow or Siu Mai (HK$16.80 per plate): Offered during the same time slots. Each piece is reportedly large and generously filled, with the kitchen maintaining its Michelin-level standards despite the low price.
For early birds, Yung Kee King also runs a “Super Value Duo” set from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM daily: HK$25.80 for a steamed chicken-feet-and-sparerib rice bowl with a choice of one dim sum—options include steamed spring rolls, beef balls with coriander, or crispy milk rolls. A similar HK$23.80 combo pairs pork bone congee with a dim sum selection.
Why This Matters for Hong Kong Diners
Hong Kong’s dining scene has seen prices climb steadily post-pandemic, with a standard dim sum meal often costing HK$100–150 per person. Yung Kee King’s aggressive pricing—HK$34.80 for six pieces works out to less than HK$6 per dumpling—has become a beacon for cost-conscious food lovers. Social media groups have buzzed with posts showing queues forming before the 9:00 AM opening, and the restaurant reports sold-out sessions almost daily.
“We wanted to give back to the community that supported us through the tough years,” a manager explained in a Facebook post. “These offers aren’t loss leaders—they reflect our commitment to affordable, quality dim sum made from scratch.”
Practical Details
- Address: G/F, 123 Prince Edward Road West, Prince Edward, Kowloon
- Phone: 2363 9380
- Hours: Monday–Sunday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM (last orders for dim sum vary; call ahead)
- Payment: Cash and major cards accepted
What’s Next?
Industry watchers anticipate this price war may ripple across other Hong Kong districts. Several chain restaurants have already followed suit with HK$18.80 all-size dim sum deals at select branches. For diners, the window is narrow: Yung Kee King has not announced an end date for the HK$34.80 platter, but given the volume of customers, early arrival is strongly advised.
Actionable Takeaway: Visit before 11:00 AM on weekdays to avoid the longest queues. Pair the dim sum platter with a pot of pu-erh tea (still HK$5 per person) for a complete tea house experience under HK$50.