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With almost 20 restaurants and bars in the Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts, it can be daunting to know where to start. But never fear! We’ve rounded up the dining outlets worth trying the next time you’re out in Central with the family.
Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts, situated in the restored Central Police Station compound, is not only Hong Kong’s hub for cultural and historical appreciation but also a great place to take the kids for a day out. Go on a free guided tour of this piece of restored heritage, take part in one of its artistic workshops, and then eat your way through its wide variety of food and beverage outlets. There’s something for everyone, so have a read through our guide to find out all about the restaurants and bars that have our mouths watering.
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Madame Fù – Grand Café Chinois
Christian Rhomberg of Kee Club fame is back with a vengeance. The stunning Madame Fù occupies the top floor of the Barracks Block, using 8,000 square feet of space to house its Grand Café, Whisky Lounge, private dining rooms, verandah and more. Drawing inspiration from Hong Kong’s colonial past and Parisian cafés, the award-winning menu centres on contemporary Cantonese classics while the ambience offers a cultural crossover experience. More than anything, the food is consistently good, and the kids of our Sassy Mamas can’t get enough of the Xiao Long Bao!
Madame Fù – Grand Café Chinois, Shop 03, 3/F, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2114 2118, www.madamefu.com.hk
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001
You’ll need to leave the kids home for this one, but the 001 bar could still be perfect for date night! With cosy interiors, delectable bar bites and a variety of spirits, Tai Kwun’s 001 perfectly embodies the essence of a speakeasy, recapturing everything we loved about its first location on Graham Street. Whether you’re in the mood for top-shelf whisky, spicy cocktails, or want to hold an intimate gathering in one of the bar’s exclusive spaces, 001 is ready to serve.
001, Shop 10 & 13, 101, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2810 6969, www.facebook.com/001
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The Chinese Library, Cantina & The Dispensary
Encompassing the top floor of the old Police Headquarters block, the trifecta of the restaurants, The Chinese Library and Cantina, and the bar, The Dispensary, presents a delicious combo of East-meets-West delights. The idea behind The Dispensary — which stands in the exact spot of the original police force’s own bar — was to pay homage to the constables from different cultures who all lived and worked together at Headquarters in the 1900s. And while Cantina boasts “honest Italian cooking with a modern twist” that is sure to fill the tummies of your kids, we tend to veer to The Chinese Library where we can always count on the dim sum being delicate and delicious.
The Chinese Library, Cantina, and The Dispensary, 1/F, Headquarters Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong
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Café Claudel
Named after French poet Paul Claudel, Café Claudel is a stunning concept from French Creations. You’ll be transported to Paris of the 1930s by the charming retro interior, and if you want to people-watch like a true Parisian, grab a seat on the quintessential terrace while you dine on classic dishes including croque monsieur and French onion soup. The seasonal set lunches act as a huge selling point when you know you’ll be enjoying only the freshest ingredients.
Café Claudel, Shop 01, G08, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 4447 2285, www.instagram.com/cafeclaudel_hk
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LockCha Tea House
Just like its serene Hong Kong Park location, LockCha Tea House’s Tai Kwun branch offers a break from the hustle and bustle with its sustainably sourced teas and vegetarian dim sum. Beat the summer heat with its Tai Kwun-exclusive mocktails; we recommend the RFT, made with Tianshan gongfu red tea, fig and lime. Take home your favourite teas at the LockCha tea shop just next door, as well as the peace and serenity of your time spent here.
LockCha Tea House, Shop 01, G07, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2276 5777, www.lockcha.com
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Sushi Zo & Gishiki Lounge
Perhaps another one best kept for the Mamas and Papas due to the price tag, snagging one of the three daily sittings at the Michelin-awarded Omakase restaurant could be a great idea for your next anniversary or birthday if you’re looking to treat yourselves! With world-famous Sushi Zo founder Keizo Seki and his head chef Fumio Azumi at the ready to present you with 12 (for lunch) or 18 (for dinner) carefully curated dishes flown in daily from Japan, you’re sure to experience an unparalleled meal of surprising delights and comforting classics. Cap off your evening with a cocktail or two at the gorgeously designed Gishiki Lounge just next door.
Sushi Zo, Shop 01, LG103, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2884 0114, www.sushizohongkong.com
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Dragonfly
Magical designer Ashley Sutton has already worked with Dining Concepts a handful of times to bring us fantastical bars like Iron Fairies and Maggie Choos (and we still miss the enchanting Dear Lilly). His Tai Kwun project, Dragonfly, is a boutique Bohemian cocktail lounge that opened in 2018. The lounge features mesmerising artwork and blown glass pieces by Sutton’s favourite artist, Louis Tiffany, as well as drinks straight out of fairytales that we’ve come to expect from Sutton’s projects. If nothing else, this would be a great place to capture a few beautiful photos!
Dragonfly, Shop 10 & 13, G01, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 9359 0999, www.instagram.com/thedragonflyhk
Jack’s Racquet Room
If you have sports lovers at home, consider watching your next family-favourite match at Jack’s Racquet Room! With an interior that pays tribute to sports rooms in prestigious recreational clubs in the Indian subcontinent, and hospitality that creates the feel of a members’ institution, spending a couple of hours at Jack’s Racquet Room is the perfect way to escape the boisterous atmosphere of Central lanes. While the bar is always playing the top matches of the day — mainly cricket, tennis and rugby — if there’s another game you want to see, just let the friendly staff know and they’ll do their best to help you out, and you can enjoy hearty pub snacks while you cheer on your team!
Jack’s Racquet Room, Shop 09, 2/F, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, 2154 6105, www.themagistracyhongkong.com
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Editor’s Note: This article was published in July 2018 by Inés Fung and updated in October 2024 by Veena Raghunath.
