29 December 2025
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Although dining in prime Hong Kong Island areas such as Central, Admiralty and Wan Chai is often associated with high prices, several MICHELIN-Starred establishments offer lunch sets under Hong Kong Dollar $ 500 (USD$ 65). From elegant French cuisine to authentic Cantonese and Zhejiang flavors — and even classic Hong Kong-style roast goose — these spots let diners enjoy the finesse of Star-rated dining at approachable prices.
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Nestled in Central, Beefbar specializes in premium beef dishes served in a chic, contemporary space — perfect for business diners seeking both comfort and sophistication.
The three-course lunch set starts at HKD$ 400 (USD$ 51). Starters include the daily soup or the signature beef tartare, celebrated for its hand-chopped freshness and tangy dressing. For the main course, guests may choose between smoked beef amatriciana made with top-quality cuts or the Angus beef burger — ideal for lean meat lovers. Round off the meal with tiramisu or dessert of the day.
Reopened in August 2025, Duddell’s is a refined Cantonese restaurant that blends art, culture and gastronomy. Located in Central’s business district, it’s ideal for elegant business lunches or stylish social gatherings.
The six-course executive set lunch, priced at HKD$ 468 (USD$ 61), begins with delicate dim sum, followed by a nourishing double-boiled soup. For mains, diners can enjoy sautéed sliced chicken and cuttlefish with XO sauce, or add crispy local beef brisket for a HKD$ 138 (USD$ 18) supplement. The meal continues with braised Tientsin pakchoi with sakura shrimp and dried flounder fish powder, fried rice with scallop, conpoy (dried scallop) and egg white, finishing with a sweet dessert — a well-balanced and satisfying feast.
Known for its refined Jiangsu and Zhejiang cuisine, Liu Yuan Pavilion offers a quiet and comfortable setting, perfect for business lunches or family meals.
The lunch set for two is priced at HKD$ 358 (USD$ 47), including cold appetizers, hot dishes, soup, dessert and rice. Cold plates feature smoked fish, shredded chicken with mung bean noodles and marinated jellyfish, alongside classics like drunken chicken and pork terrine. Hot dishes include options such as mushy cabbage with shredded pork, spicy diced chicken or Shanghai stir-fried egg whites — generous portions that maintain high quality for a weekday lunch.
Located in Central, Louise serves refined French cuisine in an elegant setting — ideal for a leisurely lunch or special occasion.
At La Terrace on the ground floor, the three-course lunch menu is HKD$ 428 (USD$ 56). The 2025 Autumn menu includes starters such as escargots with beurre persillé (parsley butter), melba toast and garlic, with optional upgrades such as foie gras ravioli (+HKD$ 68 / USD$ 9) or white asparagus from the Loire Valley (+HKD$ 48/USD$ 6). Main highlights include the signature half roasted yellow chicken with creamy rice (for two) or Australian black Angus ribeye (+HKD$ 108/USD$ 14). Desserts include classic crêpe Suzette or Paris-Brest (+HKD$ 48/USD$ 6).
Set in Admiralty with sweeping Victoria Harbour views, Petrus pairs classic French gastronomy with an opulent dining ambience — ideal for business luncheons or special occasions.
The two-course autumn 2025 lunch set is priced at HKD$ 488 (USD$ 63). Starters include pâté en croûte with sika deer, foie gras and pear, or charred carabinero with crumpet (+HKD$ 388/USD$ 50). Mains feature roast yellow chicken with matsutake wild mushrooms or A5 Wagyu with wild mushroom and yuzu kosho (+HKD$ 288/USD$ 37). For an elevated experience, select the non-alcoholic beverage pairing (+HKD$ 380/USD$ 49) or wine pairing (+HKD$ 620/USD$ 80).
Established in 1957, Yat Lok (Central) on Stanley Street has long been celebrated with a MICHELIN Star for its mastery of roast goose.
Prepared with a secret family marinade and roasted through over 20 meticulous steps, Yat Lok’s signature crispy roast goose is golden and fragrant, with limited quantities daily. The roast goose drumstick rice, priced at HKD$ 179 (USD$ 23), is a must-try. Pair with thick rice noodles in clear goose broth to enjoy the full flavor of the drippings. Other specialties include crispy pork belly and honey-glazed char siu.
A MICHELIN-Starred gem in Wan Chai, Yong Fu showcases the elegance of Ningbo cuisine. Its 10-course lunch set is priced at HKD$ 498 (USD$ 65) per person (minimum two).
The 2025 autumn menu begins with four appetizers, such as handmade sausage with preserved mustard greens or fresh Ningbo-style fermented cabbage. Soups include yellow croaker fish with Chinese water plantain thick soup or double-boiled wild orchid and Muscovy duck with puffed fish maw. Dishes continue with crispy chicken wings stuffed with taro paste, stir-fried river shrimp with dried greens and double-braised pork ribs with chestnut and dried cuttlefish. Mains include wok-fried rice cake with pork and seasonal greens, chef’s handmade pork buns or fermented sour chili soup with noodles. The meal concludes with signature Ningbo sesame glutinous rice dumplings.
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Tucked away in Wan Chai, Zhejiang Heen provides a tranquil setting for business or casual lunches.
The five-course lunch set, priced at HKD$ 188 (USD$ 24) per person (minimum two), includes an appetizer, main, rice or noodles, soup and dessert. Starters feature classics like sponge bean curd with vegetables, pickled radish or smoked egg. Mains include sautéed river shrimp, diced chicken in chili sauce or braised meatballs — showcasing authentic Zhejiang flavors. Complement with vegetable rice or scallion noodles, sweet-and-sour soup or fish and tofu with coriander, and finish with treats like red bean crepe, red date cake or xiaolongbao — a complete, satisfying meal for a busy weekday.
Last update in Nov 2025.
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