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www.Hoteloogle.com InterContinental Hong Kong is consistently voted one of the world’s top hotels for business and leisure by prestigious pub;lications including Travel Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler. Other recent honours include being voted “Asia’s Leading Hote;” and “Asia’s Leading Conference Hotel” by the World Travel Awards and “The Best View in the World” by the Virtuoso LuxeReport. New Contemporary Guestrooms and suites feature 37?Aquos Sharp LCD televisions, Bose DVD home entertainment systems with iPod docking stations and high-speed wireless broadband access. All rooms and suites feature around the clock services, with 24-hour butler service, room service, as well as business and concierge services. All rooms have large marble bathrooms with sunken tubs and separate stall showers. At the press of a button your personal butler can draw you a relaxing aromatherapy bath. Superb leisure facilities include a large outdoor heated swimming pool and unique trio of spa pools which overlook the harbour. The feng shui inspired I-Spa is Hong Kong? ultimate spa retreat with luxurious private spa suites, each with its own Jacuzzi, sauna, steam shower and massage facilities. The recently expanded Fitness Centre is open 24-hours. Five internationally acclaimed restaurants, all with magnificent harbour views, include ?POON by Alain Ducasse? voted one of the world? ?ot Tables?by Cond?Nast Traveler, and Yan Toh Heen, renowned as one of Asia? finest Chinese restaurants

Mandy Donovan performing at the Comedy Studio in Cambridge. Why are all of Boston’s comedy venues hidden inside Chinese restaurants?

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Hong Kong is known for its thousands of small authentic restaurants, where you can indulge on delicious Chinese food without having to dig too deep into your pocket… But finding a really good eatery in this jungle of Chinese neon signs can be as difficult as finding a needle in a haystack…

This article will introduce you to seven of the best authentic restaurants and Dim-sum eateries on Hong Kong Island.

Lin Heung Tea House – The best known of them all, has been around for God knows how many years and is still as popular as ever… Conveniently located on Wellington Street, right between Central and SoHo, the ambience at this good old establishment reflects the true spirit of Hong Kong: Noisy and bustling, yet homey and welcoming… Great dim-sums and other “yum cha” delicacies are the main draw, and the place is open from as early as 6am till as late as 11pm.

Mak’s Noodle Limited is another Wellington Street icon… Best known for its Won Ton Noodle, which some say is the best in Hong Kong, this humble eatery doesn’t have much in the way of décor, but the place is tidy enough, the food is great (although the portions are slightly small) and the prices are not too bad…

Tsim Chai (Jim chai) Noodle, also on Wellington Street, is Mak’s mythological competitor… This humble Cantonese food joint draws people from far and wide for its Wonton noodle soup, that comes with large and plumpy wonton dumplings, full with shrimps…

Quite expectedly, there’s nothing much here in the way of glitz and glamour, but the food is great and the prices are very moderate… So who can ask for anything more?

Kau Kee Noodles: Tucked on tiny Gough Street, just a minute stroll from the SoHo, humble Kau Kee Noodles has made a name for itself as a Hong Kong culinary emblem, after serving some of the best Beef Brisket in town for the last who knows how many years…

You can have your Beef Brisket in a plain meaty broth or in a curry broth, and it comes with or without noodles (their noodles are really nice though, so maybe you should give them a try…)

Almost needless to say, it’s just a small corner shop, so do not expect any “romantic ambience”… Lunchtime queue can be a pain, so try to come later if you can.

Prawn noodle shop in Wanchai specializes in Singaporean-Malaysian Prawn noodle soup.

Their menu has 3 different types of soup-base : Spicy prawn, Spicy curry laksa and Pork with chicken… After deciding which soup-base are you going for, you can “beef it up” with extras like: seafood, prawns, chicken, fishball, meatball, squid ball, fish cake, bean curd, and what have you…

The place is very busy, so maybe you should try to avoid lunchtime.

Chee Kee is a Causeway Bay institution, particularly known for its Beef brisket noodle in soup and Wonton with noodle in soup.  The menu doesn’t have a great variety to choose from, but whatever is there, is likely to be good.

Located on Percival Street in Causeway Bay (Can be accessed via exit A of MTR Causeway Bay), Open from before lunch until almost midnight

Ho Hung Kee, also in Causeway Bay, is known to have some of the most authentic wonton noodles in Hong Kong.

In addition to its outstanding Wonton with noodles in soup, the restaurant serves other authentic Cantonese favorites, such as Shredded pork noodle,  Beef chow fun (a Cantonese dish of stir-fry beef with wide rice-noodles and bean sprouts), Ee Fu Noodles and some scrumptious Congees…

Located on 2 Sharp Street East in Causeway Bay, just a heartbeat from Lee Theatre Plaza.  Open daily, from before lunch to almost 11pm

Caprice, Four Seasons Hotel

Caprice is one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious and sought after restaurants.

Located within the sumptuous Four Seasons hotel, the restaurant offers an unbeatable combination of beautiful décor, gorgeous harbor views, lovely atmosphere and, above all, Superb French food with a lighter touch…

This unsurpassed dinning experience is complemented by an impressive wine list (predominantly French wines from Bordeaux and Burgundy)

Level 6, Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, Central (Phone: 3196 8888)

Restaurant Petrus

Restaurant Petrus is one of Hong Kong’s best hotel restaurants and an internationally-known French gourmet institution…

The extremely elegant restaurant is located on Shangri-la’s 56th floor and offers breathtaking harbor views that can be competed only by those of Victoria Peak.

Very classic and luxurious design, with perfect table settings, heavy curtains and glittering chandeliers… Tranquil, elegant and romantic atmosphere and, above all, superb French cuisine, complemented by one of Asia’s most impressive wine collections.

Level 56, The Island Shangri-la hotel  (Phone: 2820 8590)

Felix

Occupying the top floors of luxurious Peninsula hotel, this ultra stylish resto-bar features one of Hong Kong’s most sensational dining experiences, and is an excellent spot to see and to be seen…

The stunning décor was created by internationally known avant-garde designer, Philippe Starck. The floor-to-ceiling glass wall offers unmatched views of Victoria harbor and Hong Kong Island, and the atmosphere is certainly like being at the top of the world…

The menu features a fusion of European classics, contemporary Sushi specialties, seafood and meat dishes… Many people, however, come here only for the bar and the light meals.

28/F, The Peninsula, Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui (Phone: 2315 3188)

Spoon

This very prestigious restaurant is owned and inspired by the world’s most awarded chef, Alain Ducasse, and it specializes in contemporary French and international cuisine, featuring a unique and innovative dinning concept that gives diners the freedom to mix and match different foods and cooking styles.

Tony Chi’s unique interior design, together with the stunning views of Hong Kong Island, make a perfect set up for a great dining experience, complemented by a superb wine selection of almost 5,000 bottles

Lobby level, InterContinental Hong Kong, Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui (Phone: 2313 2323)

One – thirty one

Located in one of Hong Kong’s most picturesque and romantic spots, tiny One-thirty one restaurant occupies the ground floor of a converted village house, facing the stunning views of Three Fathoms Cove.

The dinning room is designed in an elegant, French country style, with wood parquet, perfect table settings and beamed ceiling.  The adorable, panoramic view of the mountains-surrounded bay can be seen through the large French windows, and the food is simply superb.

131 Tseng Tau Village Road, (Phone: 2791 2684)

(You can get there with a taxi from the KCR Station in WU KAI SHA)

Gaddi’s

Located within the classic Peninsula hotel, this superb restaurant is considered as one of Hong Kong’s best.

The interior design is marvelous and opulent, atmosphere is romantic and pleasant, service is impeccable and live band shows, from time to time, complement the splendid dinning experience.

The ever changing menu features a selection of French-International classics, together with the chef’s own innovative touch… and the desserts are simply to die for.

1st Floor, The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim sha Tsui (Phone: 2315 3171)

Sabatini

Located at the Royal Garden, this is the Hong Kong outlet of one of Rome’s best known restaurants…

Picturesque, classic design with perfect table settings, chandeliers, heavy curtains and wood ceiling are matching the elegant and relaxed atmosphere and the first-class dinning.

The cuisine is “traditional Roman” and the extensive menu boasts a good selection of authentic Italian favorites, alongside the chef’s own creations…  Desserts section is extremely good (the Tiramisu in particular) and the wine list is, naturally, impressive.

3/F, The Royal Garden, 69 Mody Rd., Tsim sha Tsui          Ph: 2733 2000

T’ang Court

Named as one of the world’s best hotel-restaurants by several international magazines, this marvelous award-winning establishment serves world-class Cantonese cuisine in a glamorous environment.

Classic, luxurious interior, with heavy burgundy curtains and well groomed bonsai trees, helps to create a tranquil and elegant atmosphere, and the remarkably good service also contributes its share to an unforgettable dinning experience.

The menu features a wide selection of authentic Cantonese dishes, from exquisite specialties like Shark’s fin, Bird’s nest and Abalone, to scrumptious Dim-sum and other Cantonese fare.

Langham Hotel, 8 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui (Phone: 2375 1133)

Shang Palace

Dining at the Shangri-la is always a sensational experience, and Shang Palace is no exception.

The dinning hall is lavishly decorated in an elegant Chinese style, with traditional wood screens, large wall paintings and delicate Chinese pieces of art… Atmosphere is relaxed and elegant, and service is impeccable, as expected from this world-class hotel.

The splendid food consists mainly of traditional Cantonese fare, although the chef combines his own innovations.

Kowloon Shangri-la Hotel, 64 Mody Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui      Ph: 2733 8754

Stanley is a town and a tourist attraction in Hong Kong. It is a peninsula on the southeastern part of Hong Kong Island. It is east of Repulse Bay and west of Shek O, adjacent to Chung Hom Kok. Administratively, it is part of the Southern District. The proper Chek Chue refers to the village town but Stanley generally refers to all the surrounding areas of the peninsula after the beginning of British rule and native Cantonese name Chek Chue became synonym to Stanley. Stanley Market, a large open-air marketplace, has become well known for its bargains in clothing – particularly silk garments and traditional Chinese dress – as well as toys, ornaments, luggage, souvenirs, and Chinese arts and crafts. It is a popular destination for both tourists and locals alike. People are drawn here by the cheap goods that would usually fetch a much higher price elsewhere. In addition to several Chinese restaurants and a Dai pai dong, Stanley Market now also boasts its own small Häagen-Dazs shop and most recently a branch of the Dymocks Booksellers. Stanley is renowned for its many bars and restaurants on its waterfront along Stanley Main Street where visitors can enjoy a variety of different foods (including French, Italian, American, Indian and Thai) or relax with a beer and soak up the friendly atmosphere in one of its bars. To the west of Stanley Main Street, past the amphitheatre in Stanley Plaza is the Tin Hau Temple (Temple of the Queen of Heaven). Built by Cheung Po Tsai in 1767, it …