If there’s one place in Hong Kong I’ve frequented the most, it’s Victoria Peak. While it’s the top tourist destination as the highest point on Hong Kong Island, the Peak is also basically my backyard. Throughout my 9 years living in the Mid-Levels area just below the Peak, I’ve regularly hiked up the various trails to enjoy the sky high views within just 30 minutes to an hour of walking uphill. I’ve also hosted countless visitors, taking the iconic Peak Tram up the mountain. Hell, I even gave birth to my baby girl at the Peak.
Since the 2 malls at Victoria Peak have undergone renovations to add new dining outlets, I’ve treated myself to MANY meals both on my own as a post-hike reward and with family and friends. So here are all of my favorite places to dine at the Peak, from sit-down restaurants with epic views to casual bites and desserts.
Where to Find Restaurants at Victoria Peak
Before we get into the list, it’s important to note that most of the restaurants at Victoria Peak are in one of the two malls, and they have very similar names so don’t get confused! Peak Tower (pictured above) holds the Peak Tram and paid Sky Terrace observatory. Restaurants here have more direct views of the city given its location.
Peak Galleria is just behind Peak Tower, but the main difference is that the entire mall is dog-friendly. Its patio restaurants offer open-air views of the city that are slightly obstructed since there is a walking path in between. Some of the indoor restaurants have views of the Southside of Hong Kong from the balcony. Peak Galleria also has a free rooftop deck with unobstructed views of the city, which I recommend over paying for the Peak Tower observatory. I’ve noted which mall each of the restaurants below is located in.
Price key (including 1 drink, excluding service charge, per person):
- $$$$ – 800 HKD (~100 USD) and up
- $$$ – 400-800 HKD (~50-100 USD)
- $$ – 100-400 HKD (~12.50-50 USD)
- $ – Less than 100 HKD (~12.50 USD)
Best Restaurants, Cafes & Dessert Shops at Victoria Peak
Nook @ The Peak
$$-$$$. If you want a unique Cantonese meal with a view, check out Nook @ The Peak inside Peak Tower. They combine local flavors with modern and French cooking techniques in a casual, nostalgic setting with mid-range prices. The salted egg lobster e-fu noodles in a rich lobster bisque sauce are seriously delicious and worth the splurge. Or go for the mapo tofu beef croquettes, duck confit bao buns, and sirloin steak with wok fried cheong fun rice rolls that’s like an upgraded version of beef ho fun.
They also have unique desserts including sugar puff donuts with a milk tea custard. The “Imperial Seal” is a peanut mousse mochi topped with black sesame paste shaped like the stone lions at the nearby Lions Pavillion view point.
Men Wah Bing Teng
$-$$. I have eaten at this cha chaan teng or HK-style diner inside Peak Galleria at least 20 times since I regularly treat myself to a meal here after hiking up to the Peak. It’s generally reliable for satisfying Hong Kong diner classics, roasted meats or siu mei, and even western meals. The dining room was recently renovated with a more sophisticated 1970s theme. They also have an outdoor patio with a view overlooking the southside of Hong Kong and Peak Tower, which gives you a tranquil dining experience away from the bustling indoor atmosphere.
It’s important to warn you that while prices are still lower than other restaurants on this list (avg. HK$70-$110), because of the Peak rent, everything is 25-35% more expensive than your average cha chaan teng and even other Men Wah locations (it’s a chain with locations across the city including in the airport). So if you’re only visiting Hong Kong, I’d recommend trying one of the other restaurants on this list with a view and visiting a different cha chaan teng that’s in the city or even a different Men Wah location. That is, unless you really want your cha chaan teng experience with a view or on their outdoor terrace.
The tender char siu with two eggs over rice with a cold milk tea is my favorite thing to get after a solo hike. The pineapple bun with a big pat of cold butter is also solid here with a crispy top. They also serve a nice version of classic satay beef noodles (called sa cha beef on the menu). The breakfast sets also come with a side of creamy scrambled eggs and toast.
Besides traditional breakfast dishes, they also serve a range of Cantonese lunch options like curry beef e-fu noodles and steamed pork patty with salted egg. If you want something with more protein, you can opt for one of their western set meals. I like the massive pan fried chicken chop, which you can get with either spaghetti or salad, plus a side of soup.
Bakehouse
$-$$. If you’re going to visit Hong Kong’s most famous bakery, make it the one at Victoria Peak. Grab a sourdough egg tart, char siu turnover and cloud matcha or coffee to enjoy from their floor to ceiling windows. They also have an outdoor terrace that sits directly above the Peak Tram for a cool view.
Tai Cheong Bakery
$. There are locations of this famous local bakery inside both Peak Galleria and Peak Tower. Besides their traditional cookie crust egg tarts as pictured at the top of this post, be sure to grab a sugar puff for HK$15. Tai Cheong Bakery’s eggy, sugar-dusted Chinese doughnut is one of my favorite local treats, with a similar texture to a French cruller.
Rajasthan Rifles
$$-$$$. With a spacious patio across from the Peak Tram, Rajasthan Rifles is our favorite sit-down restaurant for a relaxed meal after hiking with our dogs. It’s part of Hong Kong’s acclaimed Black Sheep Restaurant Group (along with the next 5 spots on this list). They serve satisfying British-Indian fare like curries with fluffy naan, a pricey but delish chicken tikka club sandwich, flavorful tandoori roasted meats, and a must-order lamb keema pau.
If you make it before 10:45AM, you can also enjoy one of Hong Kong’s best breakfasts. We love the massive platter with masala-spiced omelette and meats to sandwich between fluffy milk buns. They also serve naan rolls with bacon and eggs.
La Vache
$$$-$$$$. If you want to dine with the absolute best views, La Vache is the place to go. It’s the only sit-down restaurant at Victoria Peak that has tables pressed against floor-to-ceiling windows directly facing the city. They serve only one main: steak frites with unlimited beef tallow fries plus a salad. Plus, you get a choice of a classic French dessert served from a trolley. I have yet to dine at the Peak location, but I’ve been to their SoHo shop a few times and it’s always great. They also have a dog-friendly terrace with a prime view of the Peak Tram. Note that they require prepaying a minimum spend to guarantee the window tables.
Falcone
$$-$$$. If you want pizza and pastas while enjoying the view, Falcone is the perfect choice. Their crispy neo-Neapolitan pizza comes with chewy crusts and a variety of toppings. The Neapolitan fried pizza pictured on the right with a crust that is deep fried before baking is my favorite pie here. If you want pasta I highly recommend getting the pasta genovese with a luscious slow cooked ragu with melted onions. The restaurant is also incredibly kid-friendly with a range of games and kids activities at the front of the restaurant.
Peak Pizza
$-$$. Peak Pizza serves proper New York style pizza that’s the closest to Joe’s Pizza in Hong Kong. All of their pizzas are HK$38 or HK$48 per slice, so it’s one of the best deals that you can get at the Peak. I recommend the cheese or pepperoni for the freshest, crispiest slices, though the specials are yummy too.
Messina
$. Connected to Peak Pizza is Messina, an import from Australia with decadent and creamy gelato in 40 flavors. All the gelato here is really good though it does lean on the sweeter side, so be sure to sample to find your favorite. It’s quite expensive at HK$70 for a single scoop, so get 2 flavors for HK$85 and share for the best deal.
Snack Baby Gelato
$. Snack Baby is another popular gelato shop with a simple takeaway counter right outside Peak Tower. They specialize in lactose-free and vegan gelatos and sorbets in fun flavors. While I prefer their original shop on Hollywood Road for the cute vintage ambience and street-facing tables, their Peak location is a more affordable option than Messina for your gelato cravings.
The Peak Lookout
$$-$$$. For a calmer dining experience outside of the malls, this historical landmark restaurant is a great choice. Besides its main dining room set inside a cottage, The Peak Lookout has a sprawling terrace overlooking the southside of Hong Kong. They serve a mix of Western and Asian food, though I’ve only dined here for breakfast. The prices are a little higher for what you get, but it’s generally worth it for the fantastic ambience.
Besides all of these restaurants, there are also locations of popular chains in Hong Kong like Silk for my favorite boba drinks and Hong Kong style milk tea and Shake Shack inside Peak Tower, and PHI Coffee & Pancake for souffle pancakes inside Peak Galleria.
