A gastronomic odyssey through the kitchens and dining rooms of Hong Kong and Macau, where each dish tells a story of excellence.
By Aude Camus
In the realm of gastronomy, where each dish is a narrative and every flavour a verse, the unveiling of the Michelin Guide list is akin to the grand premiere of a literary masterpiece. For the 16th edition of the Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau, the stage was once again set in Macau, where the stars of the gastronomic galaxy aligned on 14 March to celebrate excellence in dining.
In an edition that overall lacks any big announcement or surprise, the elevation of Italian restaurant Noi (Hong Kong) and Chinese gem Huaiyang Garden (Macau) to ‘excellent cuisine worth a detour’ means that two new two-Michelin-starred restaurants are now shining brighter on the local – and international – scene. And the culinary constellation continues to shimmer with 7 new additions to the list. These are Racines (Hong Kong), Feuille (Hong Kong), Cristal Room by Anne-Sophie Pic (Hong Kong), Mora (Hong Kong), The Legacy House (Hong Kong), Chef Tam’s Season (Macau), and Sushi Kinetsu (Macau).
Amidst the celebrations, the unveiling of a new Michelin Green Star shines once again the spotlight on Feuille and the restaurant’s dedication to eco-friendly initiatives and to sourcing 80% of its ingredients from local organic farms and small suppliers. As diners indulge in the vegetable-driven menu, accompanied by ethically sourced seafood and meat produce, they embark on a culinary journey that transcends mere sustenance, embracing a philosophy of harmony between flavours and environmental stewardship.
In addition to the culinary accolades bestowed upon restaurants, the Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau 2024 also honours individuals whose contributions to the gastronomic world are exemplary. From the remarkable skills of Shinya Goshima (restaurant Godenya in Hong Kong), recipient of the MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award, to the innovative spirit of Ming Fai Choi (restaurant Mora in Hong Kong), honoured with the MICHELIN Guide Young Chef Award, and the warm hospitality of Lydia Yung (restaurant The Legacy House in Hong Kong), celebrated with the MICHELIN Guide Service Award, these special recognitions serve as a testament to the diverse talents and expertise within the culinary realm.
Full list:
Three Stars
Exceptional cuisine worth a special journey
Hong Kong:
8½ Otto e Mezzo – Bombana
Caprice
Forum
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
Sushi Shikon
T’ang Court
Ta Vie
Macau:
Jade Dragon (Macau)
Robuchon au Dôme (Macau)
Two Star
Excellent cuisine worth a detour
Hong Kong:
Amber
Arbor
Bo Innovation
Lai Ching Heen
L’Envol
Lung King Heen
Noi- newly promoted
Octavium
Rùn
Tate
Tin Lung Heen
Ying Jee Club
Macau:
Alain Ducasse at Morpheus (Macau)
Feng Wei Ju (Macau)
Mizumi (Macau)
Wing Lei (Macau)
The Eight (Macau) – downgraded from three stars
The Huaiyang Garden – newly promoted
One – Star
High quality cooking worth a stop
Hong Kong:
Ando
Arcane
Beef Bar
Belon
CHAAT
Cristal Room by Anne Sophie Pic – new entry
Duddell’s
Épure
Estro
Fook Lam Moon (Wan Chai)
Feuille – new entry
Fu Ho
Gaddi’s
Godenya
Hansik Goo
Ho Hung Kee (Causeway Bay)
IM Teppanyaki & Wine
Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine (Tsim Sha Tsui)
Kam’s Roast Goose
Li Yuan Pavillon
Loaf On
Louise
Man Ho (Admiralty)
Man Wah
Mandarin Grill + Bar
Ming Court (Mongkok)
Mono
Mora – new entry
Nagamoto
Neighborhood
New Punjab Club
Pang’s Kitchen
Petrus
Racines – new entry
Roganic
Ryota Kappou Modern
Seventh Son (Wan Chai)
Shang Palace
Spring Moon
Summer Palace
Sun Tung Lok – downgraded from two stars
Sushi Saito
Sushi Wadatsumi
Takumi by Daisuke Mori
The Chairman
The Demon Celebrity
The Legacy House – new entry
Tosca di Angelo
VEA
Whey
Xin Rong Ji
Yardbird
Yat Lok (Central)
Yat Tung Heen
Yè Shanghai (Tsim Sha Tsui)
Yong Fu
Zest by Konishi
Zhejiang Heen
Zuicho
Macau
8½ Otto e Mezzo – Bombana
Chef Tam’s Season – new entry
Five Foot Road (Macau)
Lai Heen (Macau)
Pearl Dragon (Macau)
Sushi Kinetsu – new entry
Ying (Macau)
Zi Yat Heen (Macau)