30+ Breakfast Spots To Try All Across Hong Kong

Rise and shine, it’s breakfast time! Whether you’re in the mood for an all-day breakfast on Hong Kong Island or a croissant in Kowloon, or perhaps a filling full English breakfast, we’ve found the very best breakfasts in Hong Kong.

We all know that Hong Kong does brunch big, so sometimes breakfast in our city can get a little overshadowed by its boozy older sister. But beyond the indulgent free-flow offerings, there are many great casual breakfast options across town. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick coffee and a croissant, a greasy full English breakfast or a virtuous açai bowl, keep reading for your guide to the best breakfast spots all across Hong Kong…

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The Best Breakfast Spots On Hong Kong Island

AMO.AGO

Sample the tastes of Italia at AMO.AGO with tartines inspired by different destinations from Amalfi Coast to Cinque Terra and Capri. The pastries are simply divine but before you dive in, fill in with some protein, we recommend the Eggcocotte (which is also a veggie-friendly option!) or a hearty granola bowl with Greek yoghurt. AMO.AGO also serves excellent cocktails for after-work tipples (unless you want it for breakfast!).

Open from: 8am to 12am, daily

AMO.AGO, G/F, 11 Shelley Street, Central, Hong Kong, www.instagram.com/amoago.hk

Bing Kee Cha Dong

Make like the locals and start your day with a comforting bowl of noodle soup for breakfast. This neighbourhood dai pai dong is famous for its flavoursome pork noodle soup, with juicy, peppery pork, greens, noodles and a warming broth.

Open from: 7am, Tuesday to Sunday

Bing Kee Cha Dong, 5 Shepherd Street, Tai Hang, Hong Kong, www.instagram.com/bing_kee

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Green Waffle Diner

Looking for somewhere with gluten-free options? Green Waffle Diner is a tried and true classic. Its menu encompasses both sweet and savoury waffle and pancake dishes, loaded with toppings – simply ask the kitchen to switch your regular flour for buckwheat if you’re gluten-intolerant. This is an American-style diner, so expect large portions and a healthy level of carbs!

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; call directly for more info

Green Waffle Diner (Causeway Bay), 1303, Hysan Place, 500 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 2880 5123
Green Waffle Diner (Central), G/F, The Workst@tion, 43 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 2880 5166, www.greenwafflediner.com

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CATCH.

CATCH is a go-to for delicious breakfast bites and good coffee. You’ll find plenty of people who shout about its smashed avocado on sourdough (tip: add smoked salmon) and breakfast fry-ups. Pair with a cheeky Bloody Mary and you’ll be as golden as your hash browns!

Open from: 8am, Monday to Friday (breakfast is served until 11:45am)

CATCH. (Quarry Bay), 21 Hoi Wan Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, 2568 3299
CATCH. (Sai Ying Pun), Shop 9, G/F, Island Crest Podium, 10 Second Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 2818 2355, www.catch.hk

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Blend & Grind

With three locations to its name (the Sun Street outpost is our fave!), this speciality coffee spot is known for its affordable and healthy breakfast bites. Head here for everything from Avo-Open Faced Sandwiches, Bagels, Toasties and Acai Bowls.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

Blend & Grind, various locations across Hong Kong Island, www.blendandgrind.com

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Pane e Latte

Pastries, gelato and a trip to the beach? What a way to start your day! Pane e Latte, imbues the quaint seaside town of Stanley with a touch of “la dolce vita” in the form of a traditional Italian panificio. The all-day cafe stocks freshly baked goodies to take away, and also operates a dine-in experience where guests can indulge in a range of sweet and savoury plates from breakfast to aperitivo and dinner.

Open from: 8am, daily

Pane e Latte, 25 Stanley Market Road, Stanley, Hong Kong, 2337 7221, www.paneelatte.hk

Winstons Coffee

When our team was working out of Kennedy Town, best believe Winstons Coffee was the breakfast spot for a few of us! Aside from quality coffee, grab a blueberry muffin, cheese toastie or chicken wrap to chow down at your desk in the office!

Open from: 7am to 7pm (Tai Hang), 7am to 7pm on Sundays and Mondays, 7am to 10pm Tuesdays to Saturdays (Kennedy Town and Sai Ying Pun)

Winstons Coffee, various locations across Hong Kong Island, www.winstonscoffee.com

Cookie DPT

No, we’re not signalling you to grab a giant cookie for breakfast, Cookie DPT serves everything from mashed avocado on sourdough to cheesy bagels, tuna sandwiches and wait for it, a very indulgent salted caramel apple french toast! And simply add $25 for coffee with any breakfast order.

Open from: 8am to 7pm on weekdays and 9am to 8pm on weekends

Cookie DPT, LG/F, 48 Cochrane Street, Central, Hong Kong, cookiedpt.com

R&R Bagels

A breakfast favourite of ours will always be the Maple Bacon & Egg at R&R Bagels – a mouth-watering mix of sweet smoky bacon (glazed with Noble Tonic No. 01 maple syrup), a runny egg and cream cheese.

Open from: 7:30am, daily

R&R Bagels, various locations across Hong Kong Island, 2178 5168, www.randrbagels.com

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Oldish

This quaint Poho gem ticks all the boxes in the aesthetics department, and it rustles up an excellent All Day Breakfast (complete with hash browns, score!). Other highlights include the decadent Four Cheese Beef Burger and Black Truffle Eggs Benedict.

Open from: 12pm, Monday to Saturday; 10am, Sunday

Oldish, G/F, 53 Tung Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 2697 3313, www.instagram.com/oldishhk

Mansons Lot

Looking for a quiet spot to get your head down and power through some emails (with a side of eggs)? Mansons’ weekday Brekky Sets range from loaded Artisan Toasts and filled Croissants, to full fry-ups (with a vegetarian option too!), and come with your choice of fresh coffee or tea.

Open from: 8am, daily

Mansons Lot, 15 Swatow Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2362 1899, www.instagram.com/mansonslot

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More Breakfast Spots On Hong Kong Island

• Brunch Club – Brunch Club’s menu is packed full of breakfast comfort food faves. The homemade bread from Marie’s Bakery is a must-try. www.brunch-club.org
• Hjem – Cinnamon buns and smørrebrød await at Nordic cafe Hjem. The coffee and Nordic-inspired health tonics go down a treat too. www.hjemhk.com
• Mr. Wolf – Sure, there’s a good chance Mr. Wolf contributed to your raging hangover, but it also has the cure in the form of bacon sarnies and full English breakfast fry-ups. www.mrwolf.hk
• Ollie’s Bar & Grill – Offering a little bit of everything, the breakfast menu at this two-story eatery includes scrambled eggs, croissants, fruit bowls and pancakes. www.instagram.com/olliesbargrill
• Rajasthan Rifles – Work up an appetite with a bright and early walk around The Peak, before tucking into hearty Indian-inspired breakfast dishes. www.rajasthanrifles.com
• Schragels – We’re big fans of the Schragels SchReuben and the Loxy Lady. www.schragels.com
• VEDA – This plant-based restaurant serves breakfast till 11am, with a line-up of avo toast, granola, pastries and more. www.veda.hk

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The Best Breakfast In Kowloon

Australia Dairy Company

Australia Dairy Company’s breakfast set is hard to beat for an authentic local breakfast in Hong Kong. Think fluffy, creamy eggs served on thick, generously buttered slices of toast and a bowl of classic macaroni and ham soup to boot.

Open from: 7:30am to 10pm, Friday to Wednesday

Australia Dairy Company, 47 Parkes Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2730 1356. www.instagram.com/australia_dairy_co

One Dim Sum

Our guide to breakfast in Hong Kong wouldn’t be complete without a mention of dim sum! One of our favourite local spots is One Dim Sum in Prince Edward, and it’s perfect for a lazy Sunday morning feasting on “char siu bao”, “siu mai” and egg custard buns.

Open from: 9:30am, Monday to Friday; 8:30am, Weekends

One Dim Sum, G/F, 209A-209B Tung Choi Street, Prince Edward, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2677 7888, www.instagram.com/onedimsumhk

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Hooman By The Sea

Enjoy a breezy morning on the West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade with your furry friend and take in the serene sea view as you chow down on hot dogs (with fun names inspired by different pup breeds).

Open from: 11am, Monday to Friday; 10am, Weekends

Hooman By The Sea, GF-07, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, West Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6749 0777, https://www.thehoomangroup.com

Holt’s Cafe

If you’re feeling fancy, this upscale teahouse at the Rosewood serves an extensive breakfast menu. If you can’t pick between the Hong Kong-style wonton noodles, fluffy pancakes and eggs Benedict, we say go for the full breakfast buffet which is totally worth the buck!

Open from: 7am to 10.30pm, daily

Holt’s Cafe, 2/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3891 8732, www.rosewoodhotels.com/holts-cafe

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The Best Breakfast Spots In The New Territories

Beans The Greenhouse

Next to Sha Tin’s massive IKEA, Beans makes an excellent breakfast option, serving up a wide selection of Western fare. From a full English brekkie and unconventional desserts to 3D latte art, Beans is one of the coolest spots in the area.

Beans The Greenhouse, Shop 503, 5/F, Grand Central Plaza (Home Square), 138 Sha Tin Rural Committee Road, Sha Tin, Hong Kong, www.beansgroup.hk

Pause Café

A stone’s throw away from Silvermine Beach, consider Pause Café which occupies a revitalised colonial building with plenty of natural light — perfect for tucking into a good book while sipping on a hot cuppa. Pause also has a great selection of healthy brekkie options like a beetroot eggs benny, smashed avo toast, masala veggie bowls and more.

Open from: 7am, daily

Pause Café, G/F, 21 Chung Hau Street, Mui Wo, Lantau, Hong Kong, 5267 5549, www.instagram.com/pause.hkcafe

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The Conservatory

There’s something about the tropical decor, friendly staff and delicious menu that makes The Conservatory the perfect spot, especially for breakfast. Order the skillet for $118 and you’ll get everything you need served in one big, hot pan.

Open from: 10am, daily

The Conservatory, G/F, 26 Wan King Path, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, 2792 1105, www.enotecagroup.com/conservatory

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The Best Breakfast Spots With Various Locations Across Hong Kong

APT Coffee

Standing for “A Personal Tailor”, APT Coffee is great for a breakfast catch-up. The menu here allows you to customise your order, with the seemingly simple concept of toast and coffee taken to new heights! Guests can choose their bread type and toppings – with options including all types of eggs, smoked salmon, mushrooms, avocado and more.

Open from: 7:30am, daily (Tsim Sha Tsui); 8am, daily (Wan Chai)

APT Coffee, various locations across Hong Kong, 3619 4393, www.instagram.com/apt.coffee

NINETYs

It’s hard to sleep on NINETY’s once you’ve passed by and caught a whiff of the expertly-brewed coffee. If you’re peckish, treat yourself to luxe twists on classic breakfast dishes like Crab Benedict or ‘Nduja On Toast. This is another pick that commands queues, so best to go early if you can.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

NINETYs, various locations across Hong Kong, www.ninetys.com.hk

Bakehouse

Helmed by Chef Grégoire Michaud, this bakery is far from run-of-the-mill, with all of its baked goods made fresh onsite every day. Whilst its Sourdough loaves are some of the best in the city, we love trying out its creative twists on the classics, including the Sourdough Egg Tarts and Almond Danish. Just be sure to get there early to beat the inevitable queues – yes, even for takeaway!

Open from: 8am, daily (Wan Chai) or 7am, daily (Central)

Bakehouse, various locations across Hong Kong, www.bakehouse.hk

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NOC Coffee Co.

Be it the almond croissant or all day breakfast with all the classics, NOC Coffee Co. is a firm favourite. While we do find paying $138 for a smoked salmon toast on the pricier side, this once-in-a-while breakfast treat never skimps on quality. The minimalist ambiance, pet-friendly outdoor seating and quality coffee all adds to the experience.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

NOC Coffee Co., various locations across Hong Kong, noccoffeeco.com

Cupping Room

We’ve raved about the Avocado On Toast here on many occasions, but you know it’s good if we keep going back! The coffee is also good at Cupping Room – which is the obvious draw so early in the morning, but its selection of egg dishes doesn’t go amiss either.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

Cupping Room, various locations across Hong Kong, www.cuppingroom.hk

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Fineprint

For the self-professed avocado toast and coffee enthusiast, Fineprint is an absolute dream come true with not one, not two, but three kinds of avo toast! This chic little breakfast nook is reminiscent of Sydney coffee shops, but seamlessly fits into Hong Kong’s breakfast scene as well. The dimly lit interiors are fairly cosy, but we love sitting outside and people-watching.

Open from: 6am, daily (all locations)

Fineprint, various locations across Hong Kong, www.fineprint.hk

Elephant Grounds

With its convenient locations, free wifi and plenty of charging outlets, Elephant Grounds stands as a worthy alternative to any co-working space – and it has better coffee. The handmade pastries and Asian-inspired breakfast dishes are a great motivator to get moving through your to-do list.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

Elephant Grounds, various locations across Hong Kong, www.elephantgrounds.com

Rise by Classified

Classified’s artisan bakery concept Rise is a great option for grab and go breakfast viennoiserie classics, including croissants and pain au chocolat. If you have a little more time, sit in and feast on breakfast dishes like Benedict on Sourdough Tartine and a sweet Dutch Baby pancake. Plus, don’t miss the retail section, which features a range of locally-sourced products from Hong Kong brands, including PÜRA VÏDA, Alive Food and Nicole’s Kitchen.

Open from: Opening hours vary between locations; head here for more info.

Rise by Classified (Central), Shop 313, 3/F, Exchange Square Podium, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong, 2147 3454
Rise by Classified (Tsim Sha Tsui), Shop 5, G/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2631 3454, www.risebyclassified.com

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Editor’s Note: “The Best Breakfast Spots In Hong Kong” was most recently updated by Team Sassy in July 2024, with thanks to Jess Ng and Annie Simpson for their contribution.