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Michelin Guide Hong Kong 2024: 5 Restaurants Earn First Star

Mar 18, 2024

In Hong Kong, a city where culinary excellence is closely intertwined with its culture, the annual announcement of the MICHELIN guide selection has grown into a highly anticipated event.

On March 14, the MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2024 took place at the Grand Lisboa, Macau, witnessing five Hong Kong restaurants honoured with their first MICHELIN star. Celebrated Argentinian chef Paulo Airaudo’s contemporary Italian restaurant Noi ascended to a two-star status while seven establishments retained their coveted three-star honours that include Caprice, Sushi Shikon and Ta Vie.

“Hong Kong is a melting pot that embraces diverse talent with chefs from around the world returning to their hometowns, and foreign chefs bringing their specialities and know-how to the industry,” said Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide.

Discover the new restaurants added to the 2024 Michelin Guide for Hong Kong, and why not explore these places as part of your next dining adventure?

New One MICHELIN Star Restaurants in Hong Kong 2024:

Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic

Anne-Sophie Pic is one of the world’s best chefs who has amassed many-a-Michelin star titles, and Cristal Room is her latest opulent new space in Hong Kong where one can experience her culinary expertise. As you marvel at the exquisite interiors and unparalleled view, take your pick between the six- or eight-course tasting menu that features the chef’s signature dishes that highlight French joie de vivre.

Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic, Landmark Forty-Five, Gloucester Tower, Central, Hong Kong

Feuille

A brainchild of French chef David Toutain, Feuille highlights nature-inspired French cuisine that celebrates sustainably grown products and seasonal produce. Its lunch and dinner menus are creatively classified under the themes of: Grains & Seeds, Leaves, Stems & Roots, Flowers & Fruits, and Origins.

Feuille, 5/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong

Racines

Experience memorable French dining in Sheung Wan at Racines where chefs Romain Dupeyre and Adrian Castillo whip up dishes that balance tradition and innovation. Here, classic dishes are given a modern, fusion touch using fresh produce from France and Hong Kong.

Racines, 22 Upper Station Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Mora

Mora’s menu spotlights the versatility of soybean, its different forms as bean sauce, tofu skin, and soymilk, and how it can be used to create flavourful dishes using creative Western cuisine techniques. If you’re visiting, it’s a must to try their unforgettable take on Mapo tofu.

Mora, 40 Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

The Legacy House

Nestled within the iconic Rosewood Hotel, The Legacy House is a concept honouring the hotel’s founding patriarch Dr. Cheng Yu-Tung and serves a selection of Shun Tak dishes. The restaurant also sources ingredients and cookware from local farms, fishermen, and artisans directly as a way of supporting the local economy.

The Legacy House, 5/F Rosewood Hong Kong Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong Restaurants in Hong Kong

Promoted to Two MICHELIN Stars:

Noi

Restaurants That Retained Their Three MICHELIN Stars:

8 ½ Otto e Mezzo – Bombana

Caprice

Forum

L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon

Sushi Shikon

Ta Vie

T’ang Court

MICHELIN Green Star 2024

In addition to earning their first star, restaurant Feuille in Hong Kong was also awarded with the MICHELIN Green Star. The MICHELIN Green Star recognises restaurants with outstanding sustainability practices, offering a remarkable dining experience while staying committed to eco-friendly initiatives. Not only does Feuille stand out with its plant-based menu, but it also sources 80 percent of ingredients from local organic farms and small suppliers.

Michelin Guide Special Awards

Hong Kong's restaurants also shone brightly with the prestigious Michelin Guide Special Awards, which pay tribute to exceptional talents and expertise within the industry. Chef-owner Shinya Goshima of the acclaimed one-Michelin-starred restaurant Godenya received the esteemed Sommelier Award, a recognition of his remarkable skills and knowledge as a talented sommelier. Goshima's understanding of sake and his meticulous approach to serving it in optimal condition have earned him this well-deserved accolade.

In addition, Choi Ming Fai, from the newly minted one-Michelin-starred restaurant Mora, was honoured with the Young Chef Award. This distinguished recognition highlights the immense potential of a young chef who has made a lasting impression on the Michelin inspectors.

Rounding up the special honours is Lydia Yung of The Legacy House, who was bestowed with the Service Award. The said recognition celebrates professionals in the industry who have contributed to improving customer experience.

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