Causeway Bay welcomes the first Hong Kong outpost of Boon Tong Kee, the celebrated Singaporean restaurant known for its Michelin-acclaimed Hainanese chicken rice and over four decades of heritage. The new branch, located in the heart of Hong Kong’s dining district, brings the brand’s signature white chicken and a carefully curated selection of Southeast Asian classics to local food lovers starting April 2025.
A Singapore Icon Arrives in Hong Kong
Founded in 1979 as a humble stall in Chinatown, Boon Tong Kee opened its first permanent restaurant along Balestier Road in 1983. What began as a local favourite quickly evolved into a national institution. Today, the group operates eight outlets across Singapore and holds the rare distinction of being named “Singapore’s First Hainanese Chicken Rice” by many devoted fans. The brand has also earned recognition from the Michelin guide for its consistently high-quality poached chicken.
The newly opened Causeway Bay branch marks the company’s first overseas expansion outside Singapore. It occupies a prime ground-floor space at V Point on 18 Tang Lung Street, a street already lined with popular eateries. The restaurant aims to bring authentic Singaporean flavours while adapting select dishes to suit Hong Kong preferences.
What to Order: Must-Try Dishes and Special Promotions
Boon Tong Kee’s signature white chicken rice is the star attraction. The chicken is gently poached until perfectly tender and silky. Each portion is served with fragrant chicken oil rice made from Thai jasmine rice that absorbs rich chicken essence, with each grain separate, light and aromatic.
Three house-made dipping sauces come alongside three sauces: a spicy chili sauce that delivers kick, a sweet dark soy sauce that deepens chicken’s flavour, and ginger paste that brings out natural sweetness. The chicken pairs beautifully with the rice.
Beyond the signature, other highlights include **crispy tofu featuring a thin, crunchy exterior gives way to silky smooth interior, thanks to ultra-thin batter. Another popular choice is *prawn toast* – a creative take on classic British-style afternoon tea: a triangle toast filled with shrimp paste, deep-fried golden, crunchy and delightfully springy texture.
Sweet and sour pork is well-balanced neither too sour nor too sour. The restaurant also offers barramundi vegetable with sambal (which can be substituted plain stir-fried version also available.
From now until further notice, Boon Tong Kee is offering a limited-time promotion: any time of day customers who order takeout can purchase lunch set for one person plenty at value.
Location and Operating Hours
| Detail | Information |
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| Address | Shop No. 4, G/F, V Point, 18 Tang Lung Street, Causeway Bay |
| Hours | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM daily |
Why This Matters for Hong Kong’s Dining Scene
Boon Tong Kee’s entry adds patriotic cuisine representing Southeast Asian dining in the city. As Hong Kong continues to attract global brands eager to gain its reputation global food destination.
For those looking forward to explore Causeway Bay’s dining scene, Boon Tong Kee is also join the likes of other international. This opening also signals demand for authentic Singaporean Singapore **this branch help strengthen its international restaurant. For those unable to travel to Singapore first time, it’s rare chance to taste firsthand the chicken rice often menu ordered as legendary Hainanese.