Let's get this bread (or should we say nian gao?) this Year of the Wood Snake! If you're trying to flex on the 'gram while getting that CNY feast, we've got the ultimate plug for Hong Kong's most iconic spots. Trust, these places are giving main character energy fr fr.
🏆 Lung King Heen @ Four Seasons
*The OG Three Michelin Star Icon*
- The Vibe: Bougie AF with god-tier views
- Location: IFC Mall, Central (IYKYK)
- Damage: HKD 2,800+ per person (your wallet will cry but worth it)
- Aesthetic Level: 100/10
Why it slaps:
- Their pen cai is literally everywhere on TikTok
- The dried seafood hits different here
- Nian gao sells out faster than concert tickets no fr
Photograph: Hoi Keen Heen | Intercontinental Grand Standford Hong Kong
Photograph: Lai Ching Heen | Regent Hong Kong
Photograph: Grace Brewer | "Top Tables Edit: Regent Hong Kong’s Michelin-starred Lai Ching Heen offers a Puer tea tasting menu for summer" - South China Morning Post
✨ Yan Toh Heen @ InterContinental
*It's Giving Luxury*
Editors Note : In December 2022, the Michelin-starred restaurant Yan Toh Heen was renamed back to its original name, Lai Ching Heen, while continuing to offer its Cantonese cuisine.
- The Setup: Jade everything + harbor views = elite content
- Where At: InterContinental, TST
- Damage: HKD 2,500+ per person
- Instagrammability: Certified viral material
The Tea:
- Abalone that's worth the splurge
- Dim sum that looks too good to eat (but you will)
- Views that'll make your followers jealous
Photograph: Spring Moon | The Penisula, Hong Kong
Photograph: SQUAREMEAL, HK
🎭 Spring Moon @ The Peninsula
*Old Money Vibes*
- The Scene: Art Deco everything, purely iconic
- Spot: Peninsula Hotel, TST
- Damage: HKD 2,000+ per person
- Aesthetic: Rich aunty approved
What's The Hype:
- Traditional puddings that hit different
- Pen cai that's actually worth posting
- Dim sum game strong
Photograph: Spring Moon | JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok
🌟 Man Ho @ JW Marriott
*The Cool Flex*
- Location: Pacific Place, Admiralty (IYKYK)
- Wallet Check: HKD 1,800+
- - Vibe Check: Passed with flying colors
The Real Talk:
- Wine selection goes crazy
- Seafood hits every single time
- Perfect for that CNY family flex
Photograph: LEI GARDEN (Central) | , IFC Mall, 1 Harbour View St, Central, Hong Kong
Photograph: TripAdvisor
🌟 💫 Lei Garden
*The Reliable Bestie*
- Multiple spots but IFC one is the move
- HKD 1,500+ (still a flex but won't need to sell a kidney)
- Vibe: Consistently slaying
Facts Only:
- Quality never misses
- Pen cai that's actually affordable
- Perfect for group shots
👑 Pro Tips That Actually Slap
- Book like yesterday fr fr (1 month minimum)
- They'll want deposits, come prepared
- Private rooms = bigger flex but minimum spend required
- Dietary stuff? Tell them early
- Pen cai to-go is a move, just pre-order
📱 Stay Connected & Never Miss a StoryDon't be that person with no data during CNY! Cop TravelGator eSIM Hong Kong:
- Instant activation (we love efficiency)
- Speed: Faster than your TikTok refresh
- No SIM card drama
- Use code SNAKECNY25 for that sneaky discount at https://travelgatorsim.com/products/hong-kong-esim-roaming-data
*Btw bestie, prices might change and they'll drop their special CNY menus closer to Feb 10. Book ASAP because these spots fill up quicker than a viral TikTok sound.*
Caught feelings for any of these spots? Drop a comment if you need more tea about the menus or booking tricks! ✌️