Ho Hung Kee (Causeway Bay)

No discussion about Hong Kong’s historic noodle shops would be complete without mentioning Ho Hung Kee, which originally opened in Wan Chai in the 1940s and is famed for its springy wonton noodles and fresh, sweet soup. More elements have been added here at its new address – dim sum and some Cantonese dishes are now served too. For the interior, they’ve adopted a more contemporary, Western style aesthetic.

Historic Wan Chai origins (1946)

• Ho Hung Kee began in Wan Chai in 1946, with Ho Chao-Hong personally making fresh noodles and wontons daily, drawing officials and stars; the shop is famed for its springy wonton noodles and a fresh, sweet broth.

The 正斗 lineage and the Congee & Noodle Expert concept

• In 1984, Ho Hung Kee's successor established the new brand 正斗 to preserve the original wonton noodle flavor; the concept broadened the menu to include dim sum, stir-fries and desserts, and in 1996 opened a Congee & Noodle Expert shop in Happy Valley, signaling a family strategy to elevate traditional Cantonese fare and take it international.

Michelin-starred flagship in Causeway Bay with a modern interior

• Ho Hung Kee (Causeway Bay) has earned One MICHELIN Star; it is located at Shop 1204-1205, 12/F, Hysan Place, Causeway Bay. The interior is described as Contemporary and Western-style, reflecting a modern dining environment alongside traditional Cantonese noodles.

Signature Ingredients

• Wonton noodles: The restaurant is famed for its springy, hand-made wonton noodles, a defining element of its signature congee-and-noodle repertoire. These noodles are prepared by hand daily, reflecting the establishment's long-standing craft since 1946.
• Hand-made wontons: Fresh, house-made wontons are a core component of Ho Hung Kee's classic wonton noodle dishes, ensuring a delicate wrapper and chewy texture.
• Beef noodles: The stir-fried beef noodles highlight beef as a key ingredient in the menu, showcasing robust flavor and a modern take on traditional Cantonese wok-cooked noodles.
• Shrimp pomelo skin: A distinctive dish featuring shrimp and pomelo skin, illustrating the restaurant's willingness to incorporate unique, signature ingredients that set it apart.