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The wine industry is a flourishing one in Hong Kong, and oenology has now become a central part of the dining-out experience. Hong Kong is internationally recognised and loved for its culinary prowess, with the gastronomy scene attracting foodies from all over. But among the restaurants in the city, many stand out thanks to an exceptional selection of wine; these establishments allow diners to sample some of the finest labels, all the while enjoying refined food.
From impressively large wine cellars and experienced sommeliers to expert and precise wine pairings, these wine havens truly make Hong Kong shine as a must-visit destination for the food and drink lovers of the world. Pour yourself a glass and peruse our round-up of the restaurants in Hong Kong with the most amazing wine lists for your next meal out.
Located on Aberdeen Street, right at the intersection of the Central and Sheung Wan neighbourhoods, Silène is a recent hit in the busy Hong Kong wine-and-dine scene. Founded by Aurélien Guédès and Peony Chan, the concept is lively, tasteful, and approachable (read: not as pricey as in other restaurants). With its blue and earthy tones, oriental rugs, exotic wallpaper, and sleek bar, Silène brings people together through good food and wine.
Named after Silenus, the Greek god of joyful drunkenness and winemaking and a mentor to Dionysus, it enjoys an expert wine list. After all, Guédès has been in the Hong Kong wine industry for more than a decade and is the founder of wine-supplying company The Missing Bottle. The selection at Silène honours the best of each French region (and some wines from Italy, South Africa, and Spain, too) and you’ll find a fair range of orange, sweet, fortified, and magnum options among the broad offerings of sparkling, white, red, and rosé wines.
Good hospitality dictates that food and wine should go together, and the food at Silène is not to be overlooked. Carefully sourced, curated, and plated dishes are the inspiration behind successful pairings. A portion of tomato and burrata can be enjoyed with a glass of wine from Sartène in Corsica, followed by IBP beef and a glass of the full-bodied Languedoc Clas Mani, which will immediately transport you to the south of France where Guédès grew up. Indulge in a Bourgogne and a spoonful of layered chocolate mousse to continue the journey. Accommodating both nighttime and daytime drinkers, Silène even has a Sunday brunch menu topped with delicious wine.
Silène, G/F, 33 Aberdeen Street, Central | (+852) 2885 9599
Brut, translated from French, means “raw,” and the food and drinks curated by Camille Glass and George Kwok do exactly that: showcase the beauty of the establishment’s raw ingredients, culinary skills, and personality.
Familiar global dishes are reworked with love and creativity by executive chef CJ Jalandoni, incorporating influences from as far as Europe and East Asia and as close as local Hong Kong flavours. Perfect for smaller parties, this 20-seater restaurant has its concise and on-rotation wine-by-the-glass list written in marker on mirrors above the bar. Constantly updated by curious, playful wine lovers, the drinks list is full of surprises, with most wines sourced from organic winemakers. Here’s an insider tip: Cross the street to Glass’s second venture, Crushed, for some French-American fare, with the same attention and care put into the wine list.
Brut, Shop C, 1–11 Second Street, Sai Ying Pun | (+852) 3460 5863
Crushed, Shop A, G/F, 6–8 Second Street, Sai Yin Pun | (+852) 5597 8774
Bâtard combines elevated comfort food with some of the finest wines in the world in one beautiful space for unreserved enjoyment. Relocating in August 2024 to Club Bâtard in the historical Pedder Building—housing thousands of bottles requires quite a bit of real estate—the sophisticated restaurant is the love child between The Fine Wine Experience and Piccolo Concepts, and the wine list emphasises Burgundy, though you will also find Champagne, Riesling, and Bordeaux labels here.
As for the food, Bâtard’s philosophy is to create a menu that is inviting and familiar, presenting dishes that are complementary to the experience of dining and drinking. Utilising fresh, seasonal ingredients and well-informed sommeliers, Bâtard offers an elevated gastronomical experience like no other.
Bâtard, Club Bâtard, Pedder Building, 12 Pedder Street | (+852) 2318 1802
Ho Lee Fook is one of Black Sheep Restaurants’ many concepts, and this underground stunner knows how to put on a show. Apart from representing distinctive Cantonese cuisine, its wine list embraces China’s winemaking journey.
Ho Lee Fook took its regular crowd by surprise when it launched its 100-percent Chinese wine list. From having a choice of Old and New World wines to discovering lesser-known labels from China’s 12 wine regions, the culinary experience at this Cantonese restaurant has entered a different realm. Chinese wines are on the rise, and more and more pairings with food are possible without having to compromise on quality.
Take your time browsing the beverage menu, and look for the introductions to the Yunnan, Ningxia, and Xinjiang regions—drinking wine is often educational, too! Because the wines on offer might not be familiar names yet, Ho Lee Fook’s sommeliers offer solid recommendations based on experience and knowledge. Set in a sumptuous environment of deep reds and gold, familiar favourites like Kurobuta pork char siu and steamed live razor clams are sure to go well with your wine of choice.
Ho Lee Fook, 3–5 Elgin Street, Central | (+852) 2810 0860
Michelin-recommended Castellana offers an authentic take on Piedmontese cuisine. All without travelling to the foothills of the Alps, you will be transported to the familiar and fuller flavours of northern Italy. Complementing the various menus are the carefully paired wines. If you fancy yourself a bit of a connoisseur, you can opt to make your own selections from its wine list, which bears a heavy focus on regional Italian labels.
Castellana, UG/F & 1/F, Club Lusitano Building, 16 Ice House Street, Central
Amber at the Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong needs no introduction. Helmed by chef Richard Ekkebus, this upscale hotel restaurant is definitely worth a detour for its excellent cooking and expansive selection of wines.
Boasting two Michelin stars and a Michelin Green Star, Amber presents fine French cuisine in a contemporary and stylish dining room. Sommeliers on duty attend to guests promptly and make excellent wine recommendations. Plus, the atmosphere is perfect for couples and celebrations, making Amber the perfect choice for that special meal with your special person.
Amber, 7/F, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central | (+852) 2132 0066
Located in a quiet backstreet in Happy Valley, Aedes Wine Pasta Bar is not as famous among the expat crowd as some of the restaurants on this list, but it is, in fact, the sister joint of Locanda Dell’Angelo, an Italian restaurant steered by chef Steve Chiu (8 1/2 Otto E Mezzo Bombana and Octavium). In fact, the food served at Aedes is prepared in Locanda Dell’Angelo’s kitchen before being brought out to your table.
Following a 2023 menu revamp, Aedes, which used to be a wine and tapas bar, now serves hearty, homemade pasta dishes accompanied by a substantial wine list. The selection focuses on Old World wines, with each dish meticulously paired with a bottle. Sip on a glass of Tuscany Chianti in-between bites of your fresh scialatielli, or a Weingut Kellar Riesling to compliment your linguine alle vongole. Just ask around—Aedes’s collection is recommended by Hong Kong sommeliers as one of the best in town!
Aedes Wine Pasta Bar, G/F, 14 Yuen Yuen Street, Happy Valley | (+852) 2833 1948
One of several well-respected culinary establishments at The Peninsula Hong Kong, Gaddi’s is the Michelin-starred gourmet institution that everyone wants a table at. Serving up exquisite French cuisine, expect to see rare ingredients executed with finesse by a world-class team, headed by up-and-coming chef Anne Sophie Nicolas.
Its collection of wines is one of the finest in the city, with a streamlined selection ranging from Champagne, whites, reds, rosés, and sweet wines from France, Italy, California, Hungary, and more. Pair these with a degustation menu of four to six courses for the ultimate experience. Reservations are a must for this world-renowned destination.
Gaddi’s, 1/F, The Peninsula Hong Kong, 28 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2696 6763
Three-Michelin-starred establishments are a rare breed, but lucky for us, there are seven such restaurants right on our shores! L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon is continuously singled out for distinction and remains a perennial favourite. Astounding rooftop garden and gorgeously designed interiors aside, this acclaimed restaurant offers a fine-dining experience that elevates gourmet French cuisine to the highest level.
Its award-winning wine list offers diners a plethora of choices, in addition to recommendations made by wine critics and their personal ratings—these ratings are from Wine Advocate, Robert Parker, Wine Spectator, Allen Meadows’s Burghound, and Michael Broadbent. Expert sommeliers are on hand to make thoughtful suggestions on what to choose from the exhaustive menu of 3,400 labels from major wine regions around the globe, though the restaurant just as readily recommends for you to “trust your own experience” and embrace the individual choices.
L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, Shop 401, 4/F, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central | (+852) 2166 9000
Louise is known as one of the best French restaurants in Hong Kong. For the past few years, its wine list has been growing and maturing to become one of the leading wine lists in town. From one sommelier to another, life has been infused into the curation; now, approximately 800 labels are kept in its cellars, with a large range of celebrated artisanal producers among them.
As you might expect, there are mainly French wines on the list, but the sommeliers can also offer you a small selection of wines from other parts of the world. From enjoying a glass on the ground-floor terrace to indulging in the evening signature menu’s six-glass wine pairing, Louise is a wine lover’s paradise.
Louise’s tribute to the traditions of epicurean hosting goes far beyond its name—the experience is just as much about the sumptuous and otherworldly décor than it is about the food. Recreating a colonial home, the restaurant’s layout resembles that of a house, with its own garden, parlour, drawing room, living room, and balcony, making Louise a wonderful place to enjoy a refined meal with fine wine.
Louise, G/F & 1/F, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central | (+852) 5722 3269
First published on 12 June 2021. Written by Gabrielle Caselis. Last updated by Lily Valette.
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