New Restaurants In Hong Kong To Try In October

Here are the hottest new restaurants making their debut in Hong Kong that we can’t wait to try in October…

If you’re tired of eating at the same places, these are the newest restaurants worth checking out. Consider us your insider guide to the city’s best happenings — including new bars and this month’s hottest deals and menus. Ranging from a new Korean bunsik spot to an Italian gelato shop opening its first flagship in Wan Chai, a lot is happening in Hong Kong’s dining scene in October 2026. Here is everything worth bookmarking.

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Nice Nori – Three-month Japanese handroll bar pop-up on Elgin Street

Black Sheep has opened NICE NORI, a temaki handroll bar pop-up which runs through the end of the year, with guest chef Daniel Garner (ex-Nobu Malibu, Zuma New York and Miami) running the kitchen. You can pick from three temaki sets — The Classics ($328), The Signatures ($348) or The Royale ($608) — each three made-to-order handrolls using Niigata rice and Ariake nori, plus an à la carte menu of cold and warm appetisers like Hay Smoked Hamachi ($198) and Broiled Oysters ($348).

Sassy Tip: We were pleasantly surprised by the appetisers (Editor Anna dubbed the $78 Spicy Edamame “crack”), so don’t skimp out! The handrolls are the obvious star of the show, but many err on the simpler side in terms of flavour. If you like a little more kick, we’d recommend looking at the full ingredients of each roll and selecting ones that explicitly include a sauce.

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Maison Libanaise – A stunning new look for this SoHo favourite

Just WOW. Maison Libanaise has had a complete makeover, and we’re a little bit obsessed. Taking inspiration from the elegant homes of Beirut, this three-storey SoHo favourite has been transformed into a gorgeous Lebanese restaurant and wine bar. Think beautiful interiors, a buzzing ground-floor mezze bar and a rooftop terrace made for long lunches and sunset drinks. And the food? Every bit as impressive as the interiors. Head Chef Teya Mikhael brings the flavours of her Lebanese upbringing to the table, with charcoal-grilled meats, fresh saj bread, generous mezze and plenty of Lebanese wine. Multiple members of the Sassy team have already checked it out, and let’s just say we’re all making plans to head back with friends ASAP!

Ankôma – A new home and a bold new menu in Causeway Bay

New neighbourhood, new menu, same culinary creativity! After three years in Tsim Sha Tsui, Ankôma has made the move to Causeway Bay, and Chef Frankie Wong (winner of the 2025 MICHELIN Young Chef Award) is taking things up a notch. The intimate 28-seat restaurant brings together French and Japanese techniques with a distinctly Hong Kong twist, and the new 10-course tasting menu is full of clever surprises. Think a fine-dining take on Hong Kong curry fish balls, slow-cooked chicken three ways and inventive desserts from newly appointed pastry chef Tina Lam. With warm walnut interiors, a private dining room and plenty of opportunities to interact with the chefs, this one’s going straight onto our special-occasion dining list.

THE CHATER – All aboard Central’s new dining destination

All aboard! The former Catchic Restaurant & Bar at LANDMARK has had a makeover and we’re loving its new look. THE CHATER takes its inspiration from the golden age of train travel, complete with Platform 1889, a railway carriage-inspired rooftop terrace overlooking Central. We popped by for a sneak peek and loved the vibe — we can already see this becoming a regular after-work drinks spot! There’s plenty to tempt us back, from all-day dining with menus curated by Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, to bubble tea, cocktails and bar snacks. Our next stop? Happy hour on the rooftop, naturally.

TIENMO – New Korean bunsik spot on Staunton Street, Central

TIENMO takes the Korean street food such as tteokbokki, gimbap, fried chicken and elevates it with premium ingredients, from Hanwoo beef to Oscietra caviar, without losing the original feel of street food. Champagne is the house pairing of choice here, backed by an ongoing collaboration with Veuve Clicquot. The restaurant shifts into “TIENMO AFTER 10″ mode from 10pm to 2am, offering a late-night menu of sharing plates such as Tofu Kimchi and Crispy Potato Pancakes, inspired by Korea’s late-night drinking culture.

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Sugar Daddy – Fabio Bardi’s Italian pastry café in Wan Chai

Pastry chef Fabio Bardi, who’s cooked his way through Michelin-starred establishments across three continents, has struck out on his own with Sugar Daddy. The café is built around Roman-style maritozzi (Italian sweet brioche bun stuffed with cream), laminated cornetti (breakfast pastry) and small-batch gelato, all made with a lighter touch — reduced sugar and fat, no artificial flavours and a solid vegan and dairy-free range. 

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Moon Lok Chao Shan – Chiu Chow classics land at Hong Kong International Airport

Moon Lok Chao Shan has opened its second location, this time in the HKIA departures hall (near Gate 28), following the success of its BaseHall flagship. The draw is the brand’s 60-year-old master stock, maintained across three generations, which forms the base for a menu of soy-braised delicacies — goose meat, pork knuckle, cuttlefish — served with rice, congee or noodles. New for the airport is the Mala Master Stock and Extra Spicy Mala option, but opt for it only if you want that extra-spicy kick.

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MADÉ — French madeleines boutique at Central

French madeleines boutique MADÉ has officially thrown open its doors on Lyndhurst Terrace with a grand opening in late September, and yes, the brand has engineered custom mold just to make your madeleine plumper. Displayed shell-side up, the bakes get their signature crisp-shell-soft-centre contrast from proprietary tins built specifically for this shape. Add a patient 12-hour dough maturation and you’ve got a madeleine that’s perfect in every first bite.

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The Boar — Soho pub and restaurant paying ode to British staples

The Boar brings an authentic London pub experience to Soho with a restaurant split across two floors and two concepts. Downstairs is a proper pub, with good pints and comfort food (the Scotch Egg alone is worth the trip!). Upstairs is where things get a bit more fancy — an intimate, refined setting ideal for fine-dining. Highlights include the Pork Cheek and Lobster Pie, and the signature Roasted 14-Day Dry-Aged Duck, where whole ducks are blanched three times, dry-aged for two weeks, glazed in honey-vinegar and crown-roasted. Yum!

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In Case You Missed September’s New Restaurants…

Il Presidente – New Italian hotspot in Duddell Street, Central

The team behind Wan Chai’s fan favourite Trattoria Felino has just opened Il Presidente, a 70-seater restaurant and cocktail bar bang in the middle of Central. Executive Chef Marcello Scognamiglio brings what he calls a “new classic approach”, through which he aims to elevate comfort food by using exceptional ingredients. Also, don’t skip the bar. Helmed by Simone Ciambrone (of The Ritz London and Bulgari Ginza Bar fame), the cocktail menu channels Italy’s ’80s and ’90s pop culture heyday.  

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Café Landmark — Popular Central cafe reopens with Tuscan-inspired refresh

Two decades after first winning over Central’s diners, Café Landmark returns with a glow-up inspired by rustic Tuscan vibes. The revamped menu keeps its cherished hits — hello, Boston Lobster Spaghetti! — but introduces a whole range of newcomers, from Dover Sole Meunière to a Dessert Trolley (available daily from 2:30pm) from which you can choose two desserts and one ice-cream alongside coffee or tea.

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GYU+ Bar by Miyoshi – Specialist Wagyu restaurant opens in Lee Garden One

Self-taught chef Tsutomu Ito never trained formally, yet built a Michelin-starred career in Kyoto by obsessing over one ingredient: Wagyu. He brings his philosophy to a brand-new restaurant, GYU+ Bar by Miyoshi, located in Lee Garden One. Chef Ito sources only the best-quality Japanese lean Wagyu meat for each of his creations, from the Wagyu Sashimi made from Kagoshima A5 beef to the Kagoshima Wagyu Tenderloin prepared on wood fire. 

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Canton Library — New Chinese restaurant perfect for celebrations, corporate events and seasonal gatherings

Aqua Restaurant Group’s newest restaurant Canton Library turns the spotlight on Lingnan cuisine — the rich culinary heritage spanning Guangdong, Chaoshan, the Hakka regions, Hainan and beyond — with Executive Chef Junno Li and Dim Sum Chef Leung Kwok-wa reworking coastal seafood classics and dim sum into fine dining. Canton Library’s private dining rooms make it a perfect choice for family celebrations, corporate events and seasonal gatherings. 

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Vesu Pizza Bar — Popular Tsim Sha Tsui pizza establishment makes a comeback

Also at One Peking (just one floor up from Canton Library), Vesu Pizza Bar returns, bolder than before. Expect Neapolitan classics alongside playful hits like The Ducky (a Peking duck-inspired pizza made with sister restaurant Hutong) and a guanciale-loaded Carbonara pizza. The drinks menu is extensive as well, with a good selection of non-alcoholic drinks, which we at Sassy just love! 

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TeemToneFai — Beloved Hong Kong ice cream brand opens first flagship in Sheung Wan

For a decade, TeemToneFai has built a cult following through its pop-ups that have served innovative ice cream flavours. Now the beloved Hong Kong ice cream brand has found its anchor in a brick-and-mortar flagship on Upper Lascar Row. The flavours still follow the same approach, rooted in local Chinese sensibility. Whether you choose the Caramel Apple Da Hong Pao or the Lemon Liquorice Ginger Tea, you can’t really go wrong here.

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