Trip to Hong Kong

[MTR]

Go to lan kwai Fong and take your pick of the upmarket restaurants there.

OK, I will look into this today as well see what's going here.

 

[MTR]

Also, another question, I know shopping in great in HK, however can get expensive.

I was thinking of going to the markets wanting cheapie shoes, sandals, tee shirts this sort of thing, are the markets any good for this and anyone know whether reasonable quality?? If its like Bali everything falls apart or shrinks, pretty much rubbish, no point to it.

 

[Deltaberry]

You get ripped off because seafood is at market prices. So unless you can be bothered going around comparing the seafood prices across different stores, it's hard. They charge whatever they want without you calling the cops. And having grown up in Australia, I'm less pushy and barter less than I should when I'm in Asia, and these store vendors are super pushy and I just couldn't be bothered haggling.

Another one crossed my mind. Very local, few tourists you'd find, but very convenient also. Under the Bridge Crab in Wan Chai (very close to Causeway Bay Soho/Times Square, maybe 10 minutes walk). Get them to do a spicy crab and some spicy scampies. Get some snails too. Should come out at around $100-120 for 2 people. Sang Kee congee is cool too. Around $10? Maybe less. A little hyped up also, because this silly foodie celebrity hypes about it.

 

[Deltaberry]

ive always considered HK,

I dont care for michelan man food

can it be like thailand vietnam or bali where you can pick up good local food for $2 per dish? or is everything cheap still at aussie prices?

Vietnam pho doesn't quite compare to Australia I must say, because we have so many Vietnam refugees from the war so we get much more authentic Viet food. Thai food is good in HK, far superior compared to Australia. Recommend Simply Thai in Causeway Bay opposite Presidential Cinemas (or whatever the English is called). On Jaffe Rd. Around level 3 I think, open rooftop. Around $40/head.

 

[Deltaberry]

Also, another question, I know shopping in great in HK, however can get expensive.

I was thinking of going to the markets wanting cheapie shoes, sandals, tee shirts this sort of thing, are the markets any good for this and anyone know whether reasonable quality?? If its like Bali everything falls apart or shrinks, pretty much rubbish, no point to it.

Market's cheap anywhere. If you want to shop in Singapore-style upstairs grid shopping, go to Mong Kok. Go upstairs to those shopping malls, lots of weird stuff. Also a sneakers street there too with lots of cheap stuff.

If you're on HK island, most touristy street shopping is in Causeway Bay opposite Apple store.

If you're after pricey stuff, just go to any major shopping center anywhere.

 

[LoneWolf]

If you want this sort of stuff, go here:

http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attra..._Lo_Wu_Shopping_Plaza-Shenzhen_Guangdong.html

Take train from HK

Also, another question, I know shopping in great in HK, however can get expensive.

I was thinking of going to the markets wanting cheapie shoes, sandals, tee shirts this sort of thing, are the markets any good for this and anyone know whether reasonable quality?? If its like Bali everything falls apart or shrinks, pretty much rubbish, no point to it.

 

[nww]

Also, another question, I know shopping in great in HK, however can get expensive.

I was thinking of going to the markets wanting cheapie shoes, sandals, tee shirts this sort of thing, are the markets any good for this and anyone know whether reasonable quality?? If its like Bali everything falls apart or shrinks, pretty much rubbish, no point to it.

I really don't think your going to pickup cheapness with clothing or gadgets ,
You will find food and travel very cheap.
Lower deck white star ferry 35 cents
You will eventually find the local places to eat , ask your motel for advice

Can recommend if you have the time to also take the high speed ferry to Macau
Checkout the magnificent casinos even just for the Architecture (Venice), all have free
coaches to take you there from the ferry wharf.
Also some wonderful Portuguese building still remain.

Get an octopus card on arrival , like our new opal cards but theres work and
can purchase a lot of things using one.
Not sure you will see the sun , did not not see the sun the whole week last time
from smog blowing in from China from our coal exports.

Just jump on a bus and see where it takes you , found some wonderful little
fishing villages by doing this.

Don't forget to ride the ding dings.

 

[sanj]

We are off to Hong Kong next week and I have spent that best part of last time trying to find a good restaurant in HK for a special occasion.

The problem is there are just so many resturants and they all seem to have a Micheleon star rating, I equate this to getting nothing on your plate and super super expensive. I did finally find something suitable however need to book 2 months in advance, I am too late for this one

I know a long shot, but anyone here who visits HK frequently, or TW, any suggestions?

Thanks
MTR

what sort of food and budget?

btw michelin star doesnt mean bad value although it big asian cities like tokyo and hong kong it will almost always be pretty expensive.

does it have to be dinner? lunch is often much better value than dinner

an immediate thought would be l'atelier de joel robuchon http://www.robuchon.hk/ . not fine dining but excellent food and with a sense of occasion. most of the seating (but i believe not all) is arond a central kitchen so if there are a few of you you might want to request a table

personally though id go the local food option instead

 

[sanj]

oops its already been covered. DB has some good reccs but i suspect under bridge crab may not be fancy enough for what youre looking for.

 

[TMNT]

Vietnam pho doesn't quite compare to Australia I must say, because we have so many Vietnam refugees from the war so we get much more authentic Viet food. Thai food is good in HK, far superior compared to Australia. Recommend Simply Thai in Causeway Bay opposite Presidential Cinemas (or whatever the English is called). On Jaffe Rd. Around level 3 I think, open rooftop. Around $40/head.

as in, what sort of prices is good street stall food as a rough idea,

when I travel, I try my best to try only local food, im not interested in fine dining unless thats what the country is renowned for, but for teh most part I love to go aroudn the markets and try a few stall meals, which I hope is what teh locals eat

as a result, I put on a lot of weight having 3 x dishes per dinner!! but its well worht it

 

[MTR]

oops its already been covered. DB has some good reccs but i suspect under bridge crab may not be fancy enough for what youre looking for.

OK, I save that one for the not so fancy day, keep trying different restaurants, that will be fun

 

[MTR]

I really don't think your going to pickup cheapness with clothing or gadgets ,
You will find food and travel very cheap.
Lower deck white star ferry 35 cents
You will eventually find the local places to eat , ask your motel for advice

Can recommend if you have the time to also take the high speed ferry to Macau
Checkout the magnificent casinos even just for the Architecture (Venice), all have free
coaches to take you there from the ferry wharf.
Also some wonderful Portuguese building still remain.

Get an octopus card on arrival , like our new opal cards but theres work and
can purchase a lot of things using one.
Not sure you will see the sun , did not not see the sun the whole week last time
from smog blowing in from China from our coal exports.

Just jump on a bus and see where it takes you , found some wonderful little
fishing villages by doing this.

Don't forget to ride the ding dings.

Yes, been to Macau, last time for a few days, very nice.

 

[MTR]

You get ripped off because seafood is at market prices. So unless you can be bothered going around comparing the seafood prices across different stores, it's hard. They charge whatever they want without you calling the cops. And having grown up in Australia, I'm less pushy and barter less than I should when I'm in Asia, and these store vendors are super pushy and I just couldn't be bothered haggling.

Another one crossed my mind. Very local, few tourists you'd find, but very convenient also. Under the Bridge Crab in Wan Chai (very close to Causeway Bay Soho/Times Square, maybe 10 minutes walk). Get them to do a spicy crab and some spicy scampies. Get some snails too. Should come out at around $100-120 for 2 people. Sang Kee congee is cool too. Around $10? Maybe less. A little hyped up also, because this silly foodie celebrity hypes about it.

My mouth is watering already, sounds great.
Starting to collate a list

 

[MTR]

If you want this sort of stuff, go here:

http://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Attra..._Lo_Wu_Shopping_Plaza-Shenzhen_Guangdong.html

Take train from HK

LW
Do you happen to know how long the trip is via train?? If you think its worth travelling further out will do it, however would prefer shopping around HK area if possible.

I know the huge department stores can be very expensive so I am staying away from these. However, will be hoping to pick up some silver/gold jewellery so wont be buying these at any street markets

 

[Aaron_C]

We've been to a few of the Michelin-starred restaurants (2 star Spoon and 3 star one can't remember the name) in HK and I must say that Australia, Japan and USA are probably better. I would suggest you do the local food instead if you can.

 

[LoneWolf]

LW
Do you happen to know how long the trip is via train?? If you think its worth travelling further out will do it, however would prefer shopping around HK area if possible.

I know the huge department stores can be very expensive so I am staying away from these. However, will be hoping to pick up some silver/gold jewellery so wont be buying these at any street markets

30mins train ride, it's worth it for this kind of stuff

But if you want <real> branded stuff, then of course stay in HK

 

[Deltaberry]

We've been to a few of the Michelin-starred restaurants (2 star Spoon and 3 star one can't remember the name) in HK and I must say that Australia, Japan and USA are probably better. I would suggest you do the local food instead if you can.

The only good thing for some of these restaurants is their toilet.

 

[MTR]

Views from our hotel window, we are staying at the Marco Polo, they even provide nespresso coffee, very nice.

The city views are quite spectacular at night - Kowloon, with Ocean liners berthing outside the hotel.

Going to the Peak today

Its been currently a food, shopping, binge. Will provide some more info on various shopping/food tips when I get back to Oz.

MTR