• Affordable Michelin Eats in Hong Kong

Affordable Michelin Eats in Hong Kong – All Near Dorsett Mongkok Hotel!

Hong Kong’s Michelin dining scene isn’t just for fine dining—it’s packed with hidden wallet-friendly gems, and Dorsett Mongkok puts you right in the heart of the action! From 60-year-old noodle shops to steamy soup dumplings praised by the Bib Gourmand guide, these Michelin-recommended spots prove unforgettable flavours don’t need a hefty price tag. Best part? Our free shuttle service makes it effortless to feast your way through Kowloon’s best bites. Let’s dig in!

Wonton noodle soup served at Mak Man Kee Noodle Shop, a Michelin-recommended eatery in Hong Kong

Mak Man Kee Noodle Shop

With over 60 years of history, Mak Man Kee has grown from a humble alleyway stall to become a beloved institution in Jordan near the Temple Street Night Market. This wonton noodle specialist serves what many consider Hong Kong's finest - delicate, paper-thin wontons bursting with filling, served in a crystal-clear, flavorful broth that keeps patrons coming back. Their signature zhajiang noodles feature perfectly chewy noodles coated in rich, savoury sauce, earning them a well-deserved spot on the Michelin Guide's recommended list of must-try wonton noodles in Hong Kong.

Address: G/F, 51 Parkes Street, Jordan - Get Directions

Opening Hours: 12:00 – 00:30 daily

Traditional tofu pudding served at Kung Wo Beancurd Factory in Hong Kong

Kung Wo Beancurd Factory

Kung Wo Beancurd Factory has been a neighbourhood favourite in Sham Shui Po since 1960, racking up multiple Michelin Bib Gourmand nods for its authentic Hong Kong street food. This old-school shop holds a special place in locals' hearts, serving up handmade soy treats that taste like childhood. Their tofu pudding? So silky it practically melts, with serious soybean flavour. Pro tip: go with friends and share their fresh soy milk, crispy pan-fried tofu stuffed with fish paste, and golden fish tofu - all for less than HK$20 per person!

Address: G/F, 118 Pei Ho Street, Sham Shui Po Get Directions

Opening Hours: 07:00 – 21:00 daily

Golden pan-fried soup dumplings from Cheung Hing Kee, a Shanghai-style Michelin street food stall

Cheung Hing Kee Shanghai Pan-fried Buns

Cheung Hing Kee specialises in authentic shengjian bao (Shanghai pan-fried soup dumplings), offering a variety of flavours including classic pork, shrimp, Sichuan spicy, black truffle, and crab roe. Each order is made fresh—thin, delicate wrappers envelop generous fillings, with the bottoms perfectly crisped to a golden brown. Take that first bite carefully, as these dumplings burst with rich, piping-hot broth!

This takeout-only hotspot is so popular that queues form the moment doors open, drawing both locals and tourists. Priced at HK$40–70 per box (4–6 pieces), their Tsim Sha Tsui flagship store on Lock Road Food Street is the perfect spot to sample multiple iconic street eats in one go.

Address: Shop 6A, G/F, 48 Lock Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Get Directions

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 21:00 daily

Chilled mango sago dessert from Kai Kai Dessert, a Michelin-recommended Cantonese sweet shop

Kai Kai Dessert

Kai Kai Dessert, one of Hong Kong’s eateries celebrated for traditional Cantonese desserts, is the recipient of a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition for nine consecutive years. This unassuming Cantonese dessert shop has been serving its celebrated, traditional Cantonese sweet soups at its Jordan flagship for over 40 years, earning the love of many local and global visitors, including the patronage of celebrity actor Chow Yun-fat.

This iconic dessert shop's must-tries include: stone-ground black sesame paste, walnut cream, papaya with snow fungus, and sweet beancurd skin with ginkgo nuts and barley. With customizable toppings available and prices starting from just HK$29 per bowl, it offers exceptional value without compromising authentic flavours.

Address: G/F, 29 Ning Po Street, Jordan Get Directions

Opening Hours: 12:00 – 01:00 daily

Night view of the exterior of Dorsett Mongkok Hotel in Hong Kong

Where to stay: Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong

Why pay more for convenience? At Dorsett Mongkok Hotel, you’re just minutes away from Hong Kong’s most legendary yet affordable Michelin eats—without breaking the bank. Our complimentary shuttle to Mong Kok, Yau Ma Tei, and Tsim Sha Tsui means more time savoring, less time navigating. Book direct for the best deals, and let your taste buds explore!

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