For over three decades, Duo Cai Palace Restaurant has served as a culinary anchor in Hong Kong’s Shek Kip Mei neighborhood. This October, the beloved establishment is showing appreciation for its loyal community by launching a full-day price promotion that drops select dishes to just one dollar. The campaign spans every meal period, from early morning dim sum to late-night seafood, making premium Cantonese fare more accessible than ever.
A Community Staple Gives Back
Located along南昌街 (Nam Cheong Street) and a short walk from Shek Kip Mei MTR station, Duo Cai Palace has earned its reputation through consistent quality and local loyalty. The current promotion is designed to reward that support with significant discounts across all dining hours, with specific terms and availability for each time slot.
Morning Tea: Artisan Dumplings at a Steal
From 7 a.m. to 11:29 a.m. on weekdays, the restaurant offers its signature abalone siu mai at just HK$6.80 for two pieces. Chef Fai, the dim sum master, begins his preparation at 3 a.m. daily, hand-mixing fresh pork shoulder and shrimp to achieve the ideal bouncy texture. On weekends and public holidays, the price adjusts to HK$11.80 per order. Each diner is limited to one order, and the offer is for dine-in only.
Lunch: Luxury Soup and Roasted Pig on a Budget
At lunchtime, Duo Cai Palace introduces two remarkable deals. The sea treasure braised bird’s nest soup, normally HK$68, is available for just HK$9.90 until supplies run out. Additionally, the restaurant’s signature roasted “middle pig” is offered at HK$9.90 per plate. This dish involves a two-day preparation process using a 50-jin Vietnamese pig, with manual roasting for crispy skin and tender meat.
Afternoon Tea: Uniform Pricing for All Dim Sum
For late risers, the afternoon tea period from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays features all dim sum items at a flat rate of HK$19.80 each. The selection includes classic choices such as shrimp dumplings, barbecue pork buns, and steamed chicken feet, all made in-house. This offer provides a cost-effective way to sample a variety of dishes.
Dinner: Premium Specials for Just One Dollar
The evening promotion is the most attention-grabbing. With the purchase of one regular dish, diners can add a specialty item for HK$1. The options include:
- Roast Goose: A house signature, served in portions according to group size. For 2–5 people, a small plate is HK$28; for 6–9 people, half a goose is HK$1; for groups of 10 or more, a whole goose is HK$1.
- Steamed Tiger Grouper: Available at HK$28 for a 1-jin fish for 2–5 people, or HK$1 for a 2-jin fish for groups of six or more.
- Mixed Sliced Clam: One plate for HK$28 for 2–5 people, or two plates for HK$1 for six or more.
Each table is limited to one selection from this set, and the offer cannot be combined with other dinner deals. It is available for dine-in only, with a 10% service charge applied.
Making the Most of the Promotion
To maximize value, visiting with a larger group during dinner is recommended to qualify for the full HK$1 portions. For morning and afternoon tea, arriving early ensures availability of limited items like the bird’s nest soup. All promotions are valid throughout October while stocks last, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy high-end Cantonese dining without the usual cost. For both regulars and newcomers, this campaign reinforces Duo Cai Palace’s role as a community hub dedicated to accessible, quality food.