Hong Kong’s vibrant dining scene welcomes a new all-you-can-eat concept at Jia Sao, a specialist chicken pot and hot pot buffet restaurant. The brand has launched a limited-time dinner promotion priced at HK$448 per person, granting guests unlimited access to over 100 dishes, including fresh sashimi, seafood, award‑winning wagyu, and a self‑serve drinks cart. The deal runs daily from 5 p.m. with no time limit, allowing diners to start without waiting for their full party to arrive. Jia Sao operates three locations in Kowloon – Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, and Mongkok – making it a convenient drop‑in destination for both spontaneous outings and planned group celebrations.
An Epic Start: Sashimi and Appetisers
The meal begins with a show‑stopping 1.5‑metre sashimi boat, available for tables of five or more. It features nine varieties of thick‑cut, fresh fish and a whole tray of sea urchin, described by early reviewers as both generous and impressively fresh. Alongside the sashimi, guests can choose from 18 distinctive small plates that blend modern flair with nostalgic flavours. Highlights include “mouth‑watering watermelon,” a sweet fruit dish with a mild Sichuan‑pepper kick, and wasabi chicken tendon – crunchy like cartilage with a pungent, addictive heat. Older classics such as spicy squid, black truffle prawn toast, and stir‑fried clams with street‑sauce also make an appearance.
Unlimited Drinks for Every Palate
A self‑serve drinks cart is the centrepiece of the beverage line‑up. Wine lovers can pour their own red, white, and sparkling options, as well as sake. Non‑drinkers are just as well catered for: the restaurant offers a rotating selection of house‑made fruit teas, red pitaya juice, honeydew smoothie, and the popular “yacheng” lemon tea. The ability to settle in with a drink and snacks from 5 p.m., even while waiting for late‑arriving friends, adds a relaxed, social atmosphere that suits Hong Kong’s fast‑paced lifestyle.
The Main Event: Huādiào Chicken Pot and Hot Pot
The dining experience transitions to a theatrical huādiào‑infused chicken pot. After the chicken is briefly stir‑fried at the table, a large measure of five‑year‑old huādiào wine is poured in, followed by high‑quality soup stock and fish maw. The resulting broth is rich, aromatic, and fully drinkable – a concentrated essence of both the bird and the wine. When ready for hot pot, guests can choose from several soup bases, with the standout being a fresh ngau yu (bream) broth that simmers for hours to achieve a pure, umami‑packed depth.
The hot pot ingredient list is equally ambitious. Fresh seafood such as abalone, mud crab, and oysters arrives daily. Meat lovers can order award‑winning Miyazaki wagyu, while adventurous eaters will find rare ingredients like morel mushrooms, porcini, foie gras wontons, tree fungus, fruit corn, and greenhouse bamboo fungus – 30 items in total, all included in the flat rate.
Pricing and Practical Information
- Price: HK$448 per person (plus 10% service charge)
- Hours: Lunch 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. | Dinner 5 p.m.–11 p.m. (dinner deal applies from 5 p.m., unlimited time)
- Addresses:
• Tsim Sha Tsui – 8/F, Grand Centre, 8 Humphreys Street
• Jordan – M/F, Prosperous Centre, 223 Nathan Road
• Mongkok – 4/F, City Centre, 74–84 Sai Yeung Choi Street South
Broader Impact
Jia Sao’s $448 unlimited dinner represents a new benchmark for value in Hong Kong’s hyper‑competitive buffet market. By combining high‑end proteins, theatrical table‑side cooking, and a genuinely open bar, the concept appeals to both serious foodies and casual groups looking for a memorable night out. The no‑time‑limit policy encourages relaxed, lingering dining – a rarity in a city where many buffets impose strict 90‑minute slots. For those planning a gathering of five or more, the highlight remains the colossal sashimi boat, but even solo diners will find the range and quality of the hot pot ingredients impressive. Reservations are recommended for peak evening slots, though walk‑ins are welcome from 5 p.m. Whether you come for the giant sashimi boat, the award‑winning wagyu, or the freedom to mix your own drinks, Jia Sao’s new dinner deal is poised to become a favourite among Kowloon’s late‑night crowd.