1st July 2026 – (Hong Kong) Hong Kong’s dining scene is in full summer swing, with July ushering in everything from polished trattorias and Texas‑style smokehouses to airport pizza bars and designer coffee kiosks. Whether you are chasing a leisurely long lunch, a quick pre‑flight bite or a late‑night grill, these are the freshest openings to book now.
Tarte by RH
Chef Rania Hatoum brings her couture tart concept to a permanent flagship at THE SOUTHSIDE, showcasing both sweet and savoury creations finished with premium ingredients such as Kaviari caviar. The boutique setting suits its luxed‑up bakes, including a Hong Kong‑style caviar egg tart launching on 1st July, limited to 50 a day.
Address: Shop 307, THE SOUTHSIDE Mall, 11 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang
Flat Iron Steak The Langham, Hong Kong
The cult British steakhouse lands its swishest Hong Kong address yet, taking over the former Main St. Deli space at The Langham. Expect signature value‑driven cuts, triple‑cooked chips and a run of weekday specials, from Wagyu Monday for two to half‑price Tomahawk Thursday.
Address: Lower Lobby, The Langham, Hong Kong, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tel: +852 – 6551 0667
Little Cove Espresso (Central Yards kiosk)
A striking, spaceship‑like kiosk designed with AL_A and artist Hayley Lee turns the harbourfront commute into a caffeine‑powered design moment. The menu spotlights specialty coffee and Central‑only pastries, with all net proceeds supporting Save the Children.
Address: Kiosk on 1/F, Temporary Footbridge, Man Yiu Street, New Central Harbourfront, Central
Yakiniku Yama Oku
Cubus in Causeway Bay gains a dramatic, cave‑like counter for 12, where Fukuoka‑born chefs Koji Takazono and Koichi Kuga grill Omi and Oita Wagyu, beef tongue, offal and seasonal game alongside chicken and pork. Prix‑fixe yakiniku menus pair neatly with seasonal sake and whisky highballs.
Address: 3/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Road, Causeway Bay
Tel: +852 – 5394 3681
Emmer Pizza (Hong Kong International Airport)
The airport’s newest pizza bar, café and gelateria is built for pre‑flight grazing, complete with a live dough room milling emmer grain on site. Airy, crunchy pizzas lead the charge; look for the seasonal Peaches & Scream topped with peaches, bacon, sweetcorn and chilli oil.
Address: Unit 7E124, Level 7, Departures East Hall, Terminal 1, Hong Kong International Airport
Ninetta
JIA Group’s family‑style trattoria channels the warmth of a nonna’s kitchen, steered by Antimo Maria Merone and Graziano De Gregorio (Estro) with chef Marco Xodo. Hand‑rolled pastas headline—think lasagna terrine and tagliatelle with braised duck and Marsala—rounded out by grills, seafood and nostalgic Italian desserts.
Address: 3/F, M88, Wellington Place, 2–8 Wellington Street, Central
Tel: +852 – 9726 4188
Curry Room
Yuen Long’s new casual spot celebrates Asian curries built on vegan bases, mixed and matched with mains from crisp chicken karaage to slow‑cooked beef cheek. MasterChef India judge Ajay Chopra develops the Indian line‑up, joined by Japanese and Thai styles and plenty of sides.
Address: Shop 2002 & 2060, 2/F, YOHO MALL I, 9 Long Yat Road, Yuen Long
Tel: +852 – 2606 3722
Mala Mia
By the harbour in Tsim Sha Tsui East, Mala Mia blends Polynesian, Caribbean, Hawaiian and Latin flavours into a breezy tiki bar‑and‑grill. Crowd‑pleasers include spicy tuna on crispy rice, jerk chicken, pork‑ragu wonton nachos and a grilled pineapple–mango salad, with tropical cocktails and shisha for holiday vibes.
Address: Shop 1–6 & 45–46, G/F, Wing On Plaza, 62 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East
Tel: +852 – 3520 4800
Minyoung Fresh Fish Factory
The Korean brand’s Hong Kong debut in North Point specialises in hwe—chunkier‑cut sashimi served with lively dipping sauces and leaves for wrapping. Late‑night sharing sets priced by weight bundle assorted sashimi with spicy fish roe stew and a spread of banchan.
Address: Shop B, G/F, Block 1, City Garden, 233 Electric Road, North Point
Tel: +852 – 5647 5009
Smoke & Barrel SYP
Texas barbecue comes to Sai Ying Pun, slow‑smoking brisket, ribs and pulled pork for a neighbourhood crowd, with cumin‑spiced lamb ribs exclusive to this branch. Weekend brunch brings shareable platters, while tableside smoked cocktails add theatrical flair.
Address: Shop 1, UG/F, True Light Building, 100–106 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun
The Spoon Focaccia
From the team behind The Spoon pasta bar, this Graham Street “baking bistro” reimagines focaccia with a high‑hydration crumb and crisp crust. Signatures range from honey‑butter focaccia with guanciale and pan‑seared salami to HK‑style French toast focaccia and seafood plates, nodding to Chef Dylan’s Malaysian roots.
Address: Shop 1, G/F, Kar Ho Building, 35–39 Graham Street, Central
Tel: +852 – 5398 1764
Roasters
Dubai‑born Roasters pours serious coffee at Alexandra House, spanning espresso, cold brew and premium manual brews, alongside photogenic signatures like pistachio lattes and coffee jelly affogato. All‑day plates lift the café brief with shakshuka, lobster pasta, truffle rigatoni and polished desserts.
Address: G/F, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road, Central
Santa Nata
This focused Portuguese bakery on Lyndhurst Terrace does one thing—pastel de nata—and does it exceedingly well. Expect crisp laminated pastry and silky custard scented with lemon and cinnamon, baked in batches throughout the day for maximum flake and wobble.
Address: G/F, 25–27 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central
