Bonjour! If I tell you about beef bourguignon, blanquette, escargots, coquilles Saint-Jacques, ratatouille, quiche Lorraine, foie gras, crêpes, cheese, or of course, wine, you would know we’re in France! French cuisine has a lot to offer, from typical conmfort food to fine-dining options. Whether you’re looking for a fancy spot to bring your loved one(s) or a cozy bistro just to spend a chill time with your friends, we’ve got you covered.
Discover where to find the best French restaurants in Hong Kong and indulge in the culinary wonders of French cuisine.
Is French food popular in Hong Kong?
Yes, French food is quite popular in Hong Kong, especially since the city hosts one of the most important French community in Asia with over 25,000 french people in the 852. As such, many French restaurants opened over the years, offering Hongkongers a wide range of options.
Most French restaurants are located on Hong Kong Island, but French-inspired dishes can also be found in various other districts. Price-wise, many French restaurants lean towards the higher end and serve as excellent venues for celebrations. However, our guide includes some more budget-friendly options for those seeking affordable French dining experiences.
Where to eat French food in Hong Kong?
Amber — Central
Amber, the prestigious French fine-dining gem in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. A recipient of two Michelin-stars and the 2022 Michelin Green Star, Amber redefines fine dining. Culinary Director Richard Ekkebus crafts an unforgettable experience for each visitor through innate flavours and french technique. Indulge in one of their special highlights, where hand-selected caviar is elegantly served with homemade buckwheat crackers.
Price Range: $$$$
Signature Dish To Try: Hokkaido Sea Urchin with Mousse Caviar, Suzuki Seabass, Diver Scallop
Location: 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2132 0066
Bistro du Vin — Kennedy Town
Be enticed with home-style French comfort foods such as pates, duck confit, and coq au vin at Bistro du Vin. Classically French, this little K-Town venue that opened in 2013 is decked out in quaint antiques and rustic chic. This self-proclaimed “French haven in Kennedy Town” is definitely worth a try, although the restrictive seating times of either 6:30pm or 9:30pm might limit some diners.
Price Range: $$$
Signature Dish To Try: Loster Linguine, Roasted Chicken, Bouillabaisse, Roasted Bone Marrow
Location: Bistro du Vin, 39 Cadogan Street, Kennedy Town
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2824 3010
Bouchon Bistro Français — Central
Always consistently good for down-to-earth French comfort food, Bouchon is an old favourite French restaurant, located in trendy Soho. High bar stools upfront give the restaurant a casual bistro feel while a more intimate outdoor dining area is tucked away at the back. Try the mussels, you won’t regret it!
Price Range: $$
Signature Dish To Try: Onion Soup, Steak Frites, Tartare De Boeuf, Garlic Butter Snails
Location: 49 Elgin Street, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2525 9300
Bouillon Bistro Parisien — Sheung Wan
This friendly-neighbourhood bistro prides itself on its traditional French dishes made using sustainable and organic ingredients. It was opened in 2020 by chef Johan Ducroquet, who brought his extensive experience from his time working in his hometown Paris.
Price range: $$$
Signature dishes: Escargots à la Bourguignonne, Os à Moelle, Cuisse de Canard
Location: 6 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2886 0056
Caprice — Central
One of Hong Kong’s premier Michelin-3 star restaurants and arguably one of the best French restaurants in Hong Kong, Caprice has been impressing food lovers with its fine menu led by Chef Guillaume Galliot. Ranking No. 32 on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2024, the concept here is haute cuisine. A special place for special occasions.
Price Range: $$$$
Signature Dishes: Alaskan King Crab, Crustacean Jelly and Osciètre Prestige Caviar from La Maison Kaviari
Location: Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance Street, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3196 8882
Comptoir — Kennedy Town
This K-town spot offers affordable french dishes and a casual dining experience with some of the most classical french dishes like beef tartare, pommes sautées (roqsted potates) and duck confit. Also, Comptoir has an upstairs private tasting cellar that houses over 100 bottles of mostly French fine wine.
Price range: $$-$$$
Signature dishes: Duck Confit, Classic Beef Tartare
Location: 42 Forbes Street, Kennedy Town
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2453 9873
Épure — Tsim Sha Tsui
This is an oldie but a goodie. A favourite casual one-Michelin star Hong Kong French restaurant in Hong Kong. The restaurant has indoor as well as a small terrace seating area, and is perfect for a cozy romantic “tête-à-tête”. Murals of Nice and other seascape French paradises adorn the walls, and the charming French staff truly makes a meal here memorable.
Price Range: $$$
Signature Dish To Try: Paris mushroom soup, Cévennes onion, black truffle, Raspberry and chocolate
Location: Shop 403, Level 4, Ocean Centre, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 3185 8338
Fleur de Sel — Causeway Bay
Crêpes and galettes… who can resist? Fleur de Sel has been around since 2010 and brings you to the heart of Brittany with sweet crêpes and delicious galettes that both kids and adults enjoy. The cozy atmosphere and the amazing flavours of crêpes and galettes make it a perfect spot for a family gathering or a casual meal with friends.
Price range: $$
Signature dishes: Galette Rolled with Ham & Cheese,
Location: Flat 2J, Po Foo Building, 1 Foo Ming Street, Causeway Bay
Contact: Instagram | Facebook | +852 2805 6678
Gaddi’s — Tsim Sha Tsui
Opened in 1953, the one-Michelin star Gaddi’s is one of the most venerated Hong Kong French restaurants housed in the city’s oldest existing hotel — The Peninsula. Named after one of The Peninsula’s previous general managers, Leo Gaddi, the central sunken dining area and chandelier reveal the space’s previous use as the hotel’s grand ballroom. If you’re looking for a very special French restaurant, don’t hesitate.
Price Range: $$$$
Signature Dish To Try: A5 Kagoshima Beef Tenderloin, Poached Dover Sole, Roasted Sisteron Lam Rack
Location: 1/F, The Peninsula, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2696 6763
Louise — Central
Louise is a Michelin-starred gem offering heartwarming French cuisine in a charming two-storey heritage building transformed by acclaimed architect André Fu. Louise’s signature dish, the Roasted Hong Kong yellow chicken with Niigata rice is undoubtedly the all-time favorite chicken dish in town. The succulent chicken is cooked in a cast iron pot, seasoned with chicken fat, chicken skin, onions, and chives, infusing the Niigata rice with a warm, comforting, and savory aroma that will leave your taste buds tingling.
Price Range: $$$$
Signature Dish To Try: Roasted Hong Kong Yellow Chicken with Niigata Rice, Angel Hair Pasta with Caviar
Location: PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, Hong Kong
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 5722 3269
LPM Restaurant & Bar — Central
LPM is probably one of the best known French spot in the 852. Featuring French Mediterranean dishes where the focus is on seasonal vegetables, seafood, and perfectly done pastas and meats, the atmosphere and food alike are welcoming, warm, and not overly formal. A recommended go-to for consistently on-point French bistro cuisine.
Price Range: $$$
Signature Dish To Try: Escargots, Carpaccio De Coquilles St Jacques, Chimichurri, Crème Brûlée
Location: Shop 1, 1/F, 23-29 Stanley Street, H Queen’s, Central
Contact: Website | Instagram | Facebook | +852 2887 1113
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Header image credits: LPM Restaurant & Bar
