Refreshment for the Day
There’s nothing more in style than breakfast at a local restaurant, which you can generally refer to as “Hong Kong-style Cafe冰室” or “Cha Chaan Teng茶餐廳”.
What’s a Hong Kong Style Cafe like?
A Hong Kong-style cafe commonly known as a “cha chaan teng” (茶餐廳) is a quintessential part of Hong Kong’s culinary culture These casual eateries blend Chinese and Western influences offering a diverse menu that ranges from Hong Kong-style milk tea and pineapple buns to baked pork chop rice and instant noodles with spam.
Cha chaan tengs emerged in the mid-20th century catering to locals who wanted affordable fast and flavorful meals They reflect Hong Kong’s unique East-meets-West identity combining Cantonese flavors with Western dishes adapted to local tastes.
Add. H8, 8 Hau Fook Street, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong SAR.
地址：香港特別行政區油尖旺區尖沙咀厚福街8號H8
Something Appetizing You Must Try
Sandwich(三文治) here might be a little different from home, they’re made with thin toast, Cantonese ham, fried egg, and, the essence, Anchor butter, which made the sandwich even smoother and creamy.
Alongside the sandwich, macaroni (通粉) with soup is also a signature dish. Different from traditional Italian macaroni, the macaroni here is softer, smaller, and served in soup. Isn’t that an interesting blend of Italian and Cantonese cuisine?
Last but not least, Naai Caa (Milk Tea奶茶) is a beverage you can’t miss in a traditional Hong Kong restaurant. Apart from the smooth taste of the milk, there’s a scent of Cylon tea in it, which is the kind of taste you can’t find in bubble tea! Plus, Naai Caa is generally provided without sugar, you can add if you like, so there is nothing to worry about if you are on a diet.
Pineapple bun (菠蘿包), Baked pork chop rice (焗豬扒飯), Instant noodles with spam and eggs (餐蛋麵), and Hong Kong-style French toast (西多士) also enjoy great popularity among local people and tourists.
How to look for a traditional Hong Kong style cafe?
Well, here are several key features of a Hong Kong-Style Cafe:
Fast and affordable: Meals are served quickly at reasonable prices
Fusion cuisine: Mixes Cantonese and Western dishes (eg macaroni soup with ham French toast with condensed milk)
Iconic drinks: Naai Caa (milk tea strong smooth black tea with evaporated milk) and yuenyeung (coffee-tea mix)
Lively atmosphere: Often bustling with shared tables and efficient service
All-day dining: Serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks
Can’t stop drooling? Come grab some food now!
There are multiple ways you can find the cafe:
MTR (Subway)
Nearest Station: Tsim Sha Tsui Station (Tsuen Wan Line)
Exit: D1
Walking Directions:
Exit the station at Exit D1 onto Nathan Road
Walk north along Nathan Road
Turn right onto Kimberley Road
Continue straight, then turn left onto Hau Fook Street
Dei Dou Cafe is located at number 8, within the H8 building
Estimated Walk Time: Approximately 5 minutes
Bus
Several bus routes have stops within a short walking distance of Hau Fook Street
Granville Road (Outside Taurus Building): Routes 62S, 5C, 5X, 98D, 215X, among others
Kimberley Road: Routes 3X, 7, 13X, 14X, 35A, 35X
Haiphong Road: Routes 62S, 3X, 7, 13X, 14X
These stops are approximately 2–4 minutes walk from Hau Fook Street
Taxi / Uber
From Hong Kong Island: Approximately 15–25 minutes, depending on traffic
From Kowloon: Approximately 10–20 minutes
From Hong Kong International Airport: Approximately 30–45 minutes
Provide the driver with the address: “8 Hau Fook Street, Tsim Sha Tsui”
Walking
If you’re already in the Tsim Sha Tsui area, Hau Fook Street is easily accessible
From Tsim Sha Tsui MTR Station (Exit D1): Approximately 5-minute walk
From East Tsim Sha Tsui Station: Approximately 4-minute walk.
Hau Fook Street is known for its vibrant dining scene, featuring over 70 restaurants and bars, making it a popular destination for food enthusiasts
Address: H8, 8 Hau Fook Street, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong SAR.
地址：香港特別行政區油尖旺區尖沙咀厚福街8號H8
