Where to find the best cheap brunches in Hong Kong

Ninetys’ brunch board offers a filling morning pick-me-up that won’t break the bank. The board is fully customisable with a choice of carbs and diners can opt for three ($108), four ($148), five ($178), or six sides ($198). For carbs, choose between bread—sourdough and dark rye sourdough—or rice with mentaiko, kimchi cheese, or onsen egg (add $15). For sides, fill up your board with items across five categories: plant-based, salads, yoghurts and cheese, eggs, and Ninetys’ signatures.

For our brunch board, we paired a steaming bowl of kimchi cheese rice with slow-cooked Wagyu beef cheek (add $58), kale salad, grilled miso egg plant, and truffle scrambled eggs—all goes surprisingly well with a soy flat white ($50).

Ninetys, locations across Hong Kong

Offering chill vibes and ample space for diners to unwind and relax, Sp_ce has garnered a steady clientele since its opening. On the brunch menu are a selection of starters, mains, ciabatta sandwiches, and Sp_ce’s insta-famous bagels. Must-tries include the A+BLT ciabatta ($98)—that is avocado, bacon, lettuce, and tomato—and the black truffle scrambled egg bagel ($108). In terms of beverages, patrons are spoiled for choice with a selection of black and milk coffees, specialty drinks such as hazelnut latte and Okinawa black sugar latte, and teas—milk, floral, cold brew, or hand-shaken.

Sp_ce Café and Lounge, G/F, 20 Po Hing Fong, Sheung Wan

Whether you are visiting its Kennedy Town or Sai Kung location, Little Cove Espresso never ceases to impress with its relaxed atmosphere and quality fare. Its all-day menu features a selection of pastries, breakfast bowls, and smoothie bowls alongside a lengthy brunch section. Choices range from light items such as the breakfast panna cotta ($92) with granola, strawberry, banana, and passion fruit and scrambled tofu ($112) on sourdough rye with greens, to hearty plates such as shakshuka ($122) and pulled pork Benedict ($138).

Little Cove Espresso, locations across Hong Kong

While Passepartout does not have a dedicated brunch menu, we enjoyed its all-day offering so much that we thought it deserves a mention on this list. Big plates are named after different places around the world. Try the Yokohama, a sukiyaki Wagyu topside with crispy rice patty ($163); the Calcutta, a crispy butter chicken with cold slaw and masala waffles ($143); or the Yorkshire, a cast-iron Yorkshire pudding with fried egg, baked beans, sausage, and greens ($138). If you prefer to start your morning with lighter fare, Passepartout also offers a selection of small plates. Add on a cup of coffee (starting from $30), artisan tea (starting from $62), or speciality drinks such as the sesame latte (from $50) and tieguanyin chocolate (from $55).

Passepartout Brunch and Coffee, G/F, Ka Sing Building, 1A Min Street, Jordan

Milligram Coffee, a secluded Japanese-style café located along Wellington Street, is the perfect place to start your mornings slowly. The café offers a compact menu, with four choices of mains and four choices of sweets. Its all-day breakfast is uniquely presented in a bento box ($158), while its miso carbonara ($108) is a unique twist to the familiar pasta dish. Pair your meal with the signature canelé ($48) if you have room for more and wash it all down with the speciality charcoal black latte (from $50).

Milligram Coffee, Shop A, G/F, 174–178 Wellington Street, Central