Experience the Authentic Flair of Hong Kong: Mainland Chinese Tourists' Dining Picks
Savoring a Variety of Delicacies in Hong Kong: Indulging in Egg Waffles and Fish Balls for Mainland Tourists
Mainland Chinese tourists flocking to Hong Kong during the Labour Day "golden week" holiday are captivated by local street food and iconic dining experiences. Here are some popular choices:
- Egg Waffles and Fish Balls: These signature treats draw crowds, especially cherished charcoal-grilled egg waffles that are highly sought after at locations like West Kowloon [1]. Mobile Softee ice-cream trucks are another must-try, luring long queues [1].
- Cantopop-Associated Restaurants: Eateries favored by Hong Kong musicians, such as those in the city, highlight the cultural appeal to mainland visitors [1].
- Cha Chaan Tengs (Hong Kong-style Cafés): Spots like Shine Island Café in Yau Ma Tei serve the classics, such as pineapple buns and French toast with peanut butter [4]. Modern Cantonese cuisine, exemplified by Ho Lee Fook in SoHo with refined dishes like honey-glazed pork char siu and milk tea gelato [4], also capture tourist attention.
- Leisure Dining Events: Some tourists join outdoor picnics at West Kowloon Cultural District’s jazz concerts, embracing Hong Kong’s unique "lifestyle" appeal [1].
West Kowloon was particularly bustling, hosting over 200 people on the holiday’s opening day, who enjoyed food, drinks, and music [1]. Tourists like Yuki Yang Ruoqi, a 28-year-old online store owner from Guangzhou, were charmed by this leisurely experience, planning to stick around until Sunday and spending less than HK$4,000 (US$515) [1]. Zheng Lichang, a 26-year-old skincare product salesperson from Shenzhen, was one of many who traveled to West Kowloon specifically to sample the city’s famous charcoal-grilled egg waffles [1].
[1] SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST: Mainland Chinese rush to Hong Kong for Labour Day break – South China Morning Post[2] BLOOMBERG: Hong Kong’s Tourist Numbers Surge After China Ends Quarantine – Bloomberg[3] OPENTABLE: Top Restaurants in Hong Kong[4] LONELY PLANET: Food & Drink in Hong Kong
- Mainland Chinese tourists, during the Labour Day holidays, are captivated by the local street food and iconic dining experiences, such as the egg waffles and fish balls in West Kowloon, which are highlighted by the cultural appeal of Cantopop-associated restaurants.
- Lifestyle experiences like outdoor picnics at West Kowloon Cultural District's jazz concerts are embraced by tourists, reflecting the unique appeal of Hong Kong's lifestyle.
- For a leisurely experience, West Kowloon offers food, drinks, and music, attracting tourists like Yuki Yang Ruoqi, who enjoyed spending less than HK$4,000 (US$515) during the holiday.
- Zheng Lichang, a tourist from Shenzhen, specifically traveled to West Kowloon to sample the city’s famous charcoal-grilled egg waffles, a beloved food-and-drink choice among mainland visitors.
