Brunch: Tott's and Roof Terrace at The Excelsior

Brunching in Hong Kong is a big deal. Pretty much any restaurant or hotel worth their salt in HK will undoubtedly offer some kind of weekend all-you-can-eat-and-drink brunch menu. It's the ultimate Sunday indulgence. Somehow, before now, I'd only been to one weekend brunch before, at Top Deck in Aberdeen. Which I very much enjoyed and would do again, however my brunch experience at Tott's last weekend really blew that one out of the water.

There was literally everything you could possibly desire to eat on a Sunday. Serving delicacies such as foie gras, oysters and Yorkshire pudding (one for the brits). They seemed to have a station for everything, there's a cheese station, an eggs benedict station, a roast dinner station, an oyster station, a Bloody Mary station, ALL the desserts at their dessert station, literally. I'm not the biggest dessert person as a rule, don't get me wrong, I love a cheesecake and an ice cream, but I'm usually by far a more savoury girl. The dessert station at Tott's was incredible though. (As you can see from my plate below). Basically, in terms of food, they have everything.

On top of all the excitement over food, they serve free-flow Veuve Clicquot for the duration, which they were very attentive in keeping topped up the whole time. Oh, and not to mention the expansive view of Kowloon in the background.

Apparently the Excelsior hotel is soon to be turned into a residential building, so I cannot recommend enough to go soon before it closes.

It's worth making a trip to the roof terrace to admire the view over Hong Kong Island while you're there, this view is particularly magical at night. The roof terrace has a fantastic buy-one-get-one-free happy hour from 5-8pm.

Why it's worth checking out the roof terrace, particularly at night (photo taken from HK Magazine)

If the food was too much of a distraction and you feel you didn't get your fill of champagne, why not head to the Armani bar in Central for their post brunch party like we did. $250 for free flow prosecco, belinis, bloody mary's etc from 4-7. It was a birthday celebration after all..


*if you pay with a HSBC card you get 20% off the brunch at Tott's bringing the grand total to $620 per person.

Kowloon: Coffee Joints

Lately, I've found myself really heralding Kowloon. There's a great mixture of things on offer, today I am looking at Kowloon's coffee joints. Who needs to go to Central for good coffee when we've got such great array on offer here?

N1 Coffee and Co.

Due to its proximity to where I live, this is one of the places most frequented by myself on the list. A lovely little coffee joint just adjacent to K11. This place ticks all the boxes, relaxed atmosphere, great coffee and they even have a fantastic selection of bagels on offer. If you're in the TST area regularly don't forget to pick up a loyalty card.

34 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui



Cafe Ceres

I used to love coming here when I worked in Kowloon City, great coffee and they always put a lot of effort into the artwork, I really appreciate details like this.

19 Fuk Lo Tsun Road, Kowloon City



Gladys' Estate Coffee

These guys are really passionate about their coffee. If you're a real coffee connoisseur, i'm sure the attentive staff here will be more than happy to talk beans with you. They offer brunch here as well as some delicious looking cakes which i'm really keen to try.

6-8 Lion Rock Road, Kowloon City



Wolf Den

generous sized portions

I was both surprised and overjoyed to find a place like this right by where I work in Mei Foo, tucked away underneath the Broadway right across from Lai Chi Kok park. They have some outdoor seating which makes for a great place to sit outside and enjoy your coffee. They also serve nice food, generally very big portions of it as well. They have a good selection of things from salads, to jacket potatoes and burgers. If you're not familiar with the Mei Foo area, I recommend going for a walk around Lai Chi Kok park while you're here, it's a really beautiful little park.

G/F No.1A Broadway, Mei Foo Sun Chun, Mei Foo



Kubrick

image taken from Timeout HK

A Kowloon coffee list is not complete without a mention of hipster haven, Kubrick. A great place to spend an afternoon, peruse the shop for books and wonderful nicknacks before getting your caffeine fix in the cafe. Check out an art house movie at the Broadway Cinematheque next door while your there.

3 Public Square Street, Ya Ma Tei



Full Cup Cafe

Hidden away amidst the hustle and bustle of Mong Kok, this little gem is spread across three floors. They offer a huge selection of quirky teas, from herbal tea to fruit tea, and coffees. They often have bands playing on the first floor. Definitely worth checking out if your in the area, the chilled, vintage style of the cafe is always a warmly welcomed escape from the busy streets of Mong Kok.

36 Dundas Street, Mong Kok



Green Door Coffee 

A small hole in the wall cafe just behind Granville Road, simply decorated, minimal menu. All round good quality with a nice relaxed atmosphere.

3 Granville Circuit, Tsim Sha Tsui

Hong Kong Street Food: Egg Waffles

Egg waffles or gai daan jai (in cantonese) are probably as iconic in the Hong Kong street food scene as stinky tofu. For those of you who are not familiar, these waffles are super soft on the inside and crispy on the outside. They also look quite like a waffle version of bubble wrap! Egg waffles have always been one of my preferred Hong Kong street food delicacies (surprisingly, as i'm generally more of a savoury kind of girl) but I think I have found the best egg waffle yet!

I have to put this find down to Ben, he kept seeing people around TST with egg waffles in a red and white bag. The teacher's at his old school often used to bring him what he said were 'the best egg waffles ever' into his school in Aberdeen, but he never knew where they were got them from. So when he saw evidence of the same stall possibly lurking somewhere around in TST he insisted that we find it.

I wasn't overly excited at first, as much as I like the occasional egg waffle, I wouldn't go out of my way for one. However this egg waffle was a real game changer, kudos to Lee Kung Kee (aka North Point Egg Waffle) I now go there of my own accord to satisfy my egg waffle cravings! They've really got the whole crispy outside/ soft fluffy centre combination down to a tee. With a little condensed milk and peanut butter, they are just fantastic!

The original stall is in North point (492 Kings Road) however there are a couple of branches around Hong Kong. Look for the red and white packet and this stall.

The one in TST can be found at 178 Nathan Road, cross the road from Kowloon Park and walk up towards Jordan for about two minutes and you'll be there. There is usually at least a small queue of people so it's easy to spot!

Note: Best eaten straight away, as time goes on they loose their wonderful soft/crispy consistency.

New Years Eve in Hong Kong

This year I welcomed in 2015 at Tamarind restaurant in Wan Chai. What a great night it was! They have a fantastic outdoor area with an amazing view of the harbour, a perfect spot to watch the fireworks. They cleared the tables at around 10pm so one of the indoor rooms was just a big dance floor. The package was $999 which included an open bar from 8pm - 2am, an all you can eat buffet where you could sample some of the fantastic South Asian food they offer on their menu. They  also served a 'hangover' breakfast when the free-flow finished at 2am. I will 100% be returning to eat here in the New Year! Doing a package option like this was definitely a great idea for New Years, although a lot of the other packages I saw were horribly expensive, I thought this one was a reasonable price and definitely worth the money.
 I would highly recommend anyone in HK for New Year to go to Tamarind. Fireworks, great food and a healthy dose of debauchery.

Check them out here.

Happy New Year! May 2015 be your best yet.

Great Dining Experiences in Hong Kong

One of my friends from home just recently came to visit me. While I was planning my trip it struck me that a lot of the places I was most excited about showing him were food related. It is unsurprising really, Hong Kong is truly a foodies paradise. Dining is always a big part of the 'Hong Kong' experience I try to deliver to anyone who comes to visit. This list, of course, is minuscule in comparison to all the great eats there are to experience in this city, but here are a couple of go-to restaurant's which I always put on my itinerary for visitors (as well in go to regularly myself). I feel they give a good all round experience of Hong Kong food culture, without breaking the bank (I absolutely love having visitors, but it is expensive!)

Mui Kee

A great local restaurant (now just around the corner from me) which I actually discovered back when I lived in Yuen Long. My uncle was staying in the Stanford around the corner when we completely by chance discovered this gem. One of my favourite Chinese restaurants, a good selection of food, cheap beer (if you choose to drink Harbin, you'll be drinking from a bowl) very tasty and the vibe is very cool - almost like a dai pai dong but you're inside. This one is better, as often is the case, in a group, we usually end up paying about $120 each, for a lot of food and a beer or two!

B/F, Kimberley Plaza, 45 Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Mr Wong's

I've definitely mentioned the infamous Mr Wong on my blog before, I'm sure! Always at the top of my 'places to eat' when I have a visitor. Not only is the food fantastic (Chinese), Mr Treeball Wong is something of a legend around these parts. At $60 for all you can eat and drink, you really can't go wong! (sorry, couldn't resist..) A fun dining experience.

10 Shamchun Street, Mong Kok

This can be somewhat tricky to find.. approaching Langham place from ladies market side, walking in front of H&M and keep walking straight (towards olympic) it will be on the third street to your left. There's a big white sign with red Chinese writing above).

Hot Pot

Hot Pot is more of a seasonal thing, but really you can go anytime of the year.. they put the air conditioning on arctic settings during the summer so you can still enjoy a hotpot without melting into a broth yourself during the sweltering summer months. Anyway, this is another great group dining experience. Choose your broth, pick what you want to cook and cook it all yourself. (personal favourite, potatoes and bean curd stick cooked in the spicy pot.. ho mei). There are many hotpot restaurants all over Hong Kong. I really do need to try out more this winter. We more often than not will go to Little Sheep (the last two places I have lived have been right around the corner from one, conveniently). Around $200 each, all you can eat and all you can drink beer while the hotpot is on.

There numerous Little Sheep restaurants around Hong Kong, find your nearest branch here.


Chungking Mansions

A Hong Kong experience like no other, Chunking Mansions is definitely a must visit. Leave the busy, well ordered streets of Hong Kong and enter another world. Not only is this a fascinating place to walk around, there are some amazing indian eateries. Although we haven't even scratched the surface in this place, Khyber Pass is definitely my favourite (that I've been to). Expect to pay around $100 per person.

Shop E2, Block E, Chungking Mansion, 36-34 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui 

Again, this can be a little difficult to find. They usually have staff around the entrance to Chungking Mansions who will take you directly to the restaurant, so ask around. Even those who don't work there will know where it is and point you the right way!

One Dim Sum

Dim Sum - Hong Kong's most famous dish, so a must to put on the schedule if you are visiting! I love One Dim Sum, a small restaurant very close to Prince Edward MTR station. Authentic, local vibe, great food, very cheap (expect to pay $60-$100 per person) and it has one Michelin star. There is usually a queue but it goes down really quickly.

Shop 1 & 2, Playing Field Road, Prince Edward (just around the corner from MTR exit A)

Good Luck Thai - Central

Thai is definitely one of my favourite cuisines, so I try to fit in at least one good Thai meal into the eating itinerary for guests. This is my most recent restaurant discovery (actually made when my friend was visiting), there aren't many Thai restaurants I've been to in Hong Kong that I really rate, other than old favourite Eggplant in Yuen Long, which is too far for me to go just for dinner now. So I was really happy when we decided to eat here by chance and the food was so good. The atmosphere down Wing Wah Lane (a.k.a. "rat alley".. although probably best not to mention that when praising a restaurant!) is brilliant, lots of alfresco South-East Asian restaurants surround it, great cocktails and if you want to hang around for a bit longer you can smoke some shisha. The owner "Elvis" is quite a character as well.
As the restaurant is nestled between Lan Kwai Fong and Soho, it's a great place to start a night out. In fact, I would highly recommend going up the fairy light lit staircase nearby into the bar covered in leaves (Le Jardin), afterwards. Good Luck have just opened their second branch on Lamma island, right by the ferry pier.
This is probably the most expensive place on my list (Central prices..) expect a bill to be more around the $200 mark including one drink.

G/F Wing Wah Lane, central

I'm also a big fan of Thai Hut, a hole in the wall Thai restaurant in Wan Chai. Genuinely good food, cheap, cheerful and a great location to start a night out.

87 Luard Road, Wan Chai

Paisano's 

Moving even further away from Chinese food.. if you're looking for a quick bite, or craving some western food, head to Paisano's! A New York style Pizzeria which sells head-sized slices of pizza. $40 For a slice of Pepperoni AND a beer during happy hour. The service (in the TST branch anyway) is often terrible, but it's worth it for the novelty of the pizza size and the cheap, cheesiness of it all.. so much cheese..

There are several branches around Hong Kong, check out your closest one here.


Of course, one of the greatest joys of visiting anywhere (and this is particularly effective in Hong Kong) is to just wander the streets and stumble into a potentially fantastic restaurant.

Any other dining experiences I should check out in Hong Kong?

10 Hidden Gems in Hong Kong

(Written for expatsblog.com top lists)

Before I moved to Hong Kong I read that you could eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in a different restaurant everyday for 11 years and still not have eaten in every restaurant in the city, this is just one example of the seemingly endless amount there is to be discovered in the sprawling concrete jungle that is Hong Kong. The urban centre isn't even all there is to this city, the archipelago of Hong Kong is made up of more than 200 islands, less than 25% of Hong Kong is actually built up urban area.

1. Private Kitchen - Tokyo Chilli House, Causeway Bay.

Private kitchens - this dining trend started in Hong Kong in the 90's and has been evolving ever since. A somewhat 'underground' experience of dining where you feel like you are (and in some cases actually will be) eating in someone's living room. This private kitchen is located close to Causeway Bay station exit F, and like many of Hong Kong's best hidden gems is located in an unassuming residential building.

Contrary to what the name suggests, the Tokyo Chilli House is actually a Thai restaurant. I can't even remember how many dishes we had when we went, but it was enough food to feed all nine of us for days. We were presented with dish after dish of wonderful Thai food, including Tom Yum soup and a Penang crab curry. We paid a set price of $298/head and there's no corkage fee, so we bought a couple of bottles of wine with us. A perfect intimate setting for a celebration.

Reservations essential: +85229150083


2. Hidden drink offer - Little Sheep Hot Pot.

Winter in Hong Kong means it's Hot Pot season, a wonderful way to dine with friends. A large pot of broth is placed on the table for everyone share in cooking and eating their food.

As a popular chain of hot pot restaurant, this isn't a 'hidden gem' in the same way as most of the places I have featured, the reason I have chosen this one in particular is because there is a relatively unadvertised drink offer - pay $18 (about £1.45) and you can drink as much Tsing Tao beer as you can while your hot pot is still going.

Little Sheep has several branches around Hong Kong, my local one is the Mong Kok branch located on 4F Mong Kok Commercial Centre (opposite Langham Place).


3. Reality Escape Game - Freeing Hong Kong.

“We’ve had 3D movies for a while now. 4D has come out, too, but what about 5D or 6D? What if, instead of only watching a film, we could one day take part in the actual story?” Instant Wan, co-founder.

Freeing HK is a reality escape game where you are trapped in a themed room full of codes and puzzles, you have 45minutes to break the codes and escape back to the real world. Located in an unassuming commercial centre in Tsim Sha Tsui (there are also venues in Mong Kok, Yuen Long, Causeway Bay and Kwung Tong). We opted for the 'gold rush' theme, the setting appeared to be in the basement of a brewery with frantic western music playing in the background. Our reality escape began with us all being handcuffed together and tied up to a wooden post, we were left a clue sheet to help us figure out how to complete the first challenge - to get out of the handcuffs. A challenging game of logic, a different way to spend a night with friends.

Prices vary - our goldrush experience was $168/per person.

Book online at http://freeinghk.com/


4. Hush Up Cinema.

Hush Up (creators of the Secret Island Party) hold a series of alternative film nights, from floating cinema experiences to rooftop screenings.

They have just launched 'Secret Cinema' a cinematic experience aimed to utilise all of your senses, using taste and touch as well as visual and sound. I went to the screening of Amelie at their launch on Sunday, they themed everything to a tee including the setting being in the basement of a french bar to having wine and cheese tasting beforehand.

Check out their website for screenings - http://hushup.hk/


5. Underground club nights

There is more to Hong Kong nightlife than fancy cocktails and champagne. There are a couple of event organisers which offer a different kind of night out in Hong Kong away from the main partying areas LKF, Wan Chai and Soho.

Fresh Off the Boat Asia - they recently hosted a 'secret warehouse party' at Sk85ive2 indoor skatepark in Kwung Tong around month ago. Located on the seventh floor of an industrial building, which we had to access via a rickety lift with old school manual doors.

https://www.facebook.com/FreshOffTheBoatAsia?fref=ts

hkbunkerclub - held a rave in a forest in Sai Kung for halloween, only accessible by the organised bus and then a hike.

https://www.facebook.com/BunkerClubHK

xxx - Art gallery/club. Usually around $100 byob. The music is a mixture of Hip Hop, Drum and Bass and dancehall reggae.

https://www.facebook.com/3xgallery?fref=ts


6. Full Cup Cafe, Mong Kok.

To get to this independent cafe you have to make your way down one of Mong Kok's darkened allies, it may take a bit of wandering around to find (it did for us anyway) but it's vintage and eclectic style of furniture is quite a novelty to see in Mong Kok, it's well worth the effort. A great place to chill out after facing the chaos of the city, and it has one of the most impressive selections of tea and coffee i've seen in Hong Kong - they have everything from herbal tea to white chocolate coffee. The cafe spans over three floors and can be accessed by staircase.

Around the 5th and a half floor... 36 Dundas Street, Mong Kok.


7. Aqua, Mong Kok

Hong's Kong's shopping district Mong Kok is the most densely packed place in the world - between the vast number of locals going about their daily lives and the tourists hoping to haggle a bargain down the famous Ladies Market on Tung Choi Street, it can get pretty overwhelming. Aqua bar is within a two minute walk from ladies market in the rather run down looking Ho King Shopping Centre. escape the crowds here after a hectic day of shopping on their large terrace adorned with fairy lights. Be amazed at the peace and quiet you can find so close to the chaos.

3F Ho King Shopping Centre, Fa Yuen Street.


8. IFC Rooftop, Central.

A lovely little spot above one of Hong Kong's most high end shopping malls, the IFC (the whole place even smells expensive). There's lots of big cushioned sofas and tables which are free for anyone to use - you are allowed to bring your own food and drink, a great spot to bring a picnic and some drinks. Admire the stunning view over the harbour from one of Hong Kong's most famous buildings, without having to fork out a small fortune as most 'bars with a view' will charge.


9. Tai Long Wan Beach and Waterfalls, Sai Kung.

This is the most inaccessible beach in Hong Kong as it can only be reached by foot - and my favourite Hong Kong hike. Get a bus or taxi from Sai Kung to the Sai Wan pavillion and the beach can be reached in less than an hour by foot. The view of the islands on the way is spectacular, on a sunny day the water is a vivid turqoise. The beach at the end is one of the nicest i've seen in Hong Kong - it could be anywhere in South East Asia. There are also some secluded waterfalls at the far end of the beach, just take a left before the stone bridge an walk through the clearing in the trees. Here you will have the opportunity to do some cliff diving (the ledge is around 8ft) and swimming in the fresh water pools.

10. Tai O infinity pool, Lantau.

Swim in this outdoor infinity pool fed by natural waterfalls overlooking Tai O, this spot for me opitimises the title of this article.

Once you have made your way to the sleepy secluded Tai O on Lantau island, cross the stone bridge by the bus terminus and follow the hiking trail for about an hour. You will eventually come to a red fire hydrant marked 470, after this look out for an unmarked concrete staircase on your left. Hike uphill for around 15 minutes and you will come to the infinity pool fed by a natural waterfall (if you pass by some abandoned buildings on the way you're on the right track). This waterfall goes all the way down the mountain and there are around 9 freshwater pools, most of which are good for swimming (the others do require some 'off track' hiking to get to, this can be difficult in summer - when the area is infested with spiders).

The Tai O sunset from the infinity pools on a clear day is truly special to see.

Private Kitchen - Tokyo Chilli House

On Saturday I had my first experience of eating in a private kitchen - this dining trend started in Hong Kong in the 90's and has been evolving ever since. A somewhat 'underground' experience of dining where you feel like you are (and in some cases actually will be) eating in someone's living room. I hadn't heard much about this style of dining before, so was very intrigued when invited for my flatmates birthday meal at the Tokyo Chilli House.
This private kitchen is located close to Causeway Bay station exit F, and like many of Hong Kong's best 'secret' places is located in a residential building. We attempted to use the very dodgy looking lift with a pull across gate as suggested in the text, but failed to get it working so took to the stairs instead. We arrived in what very much felt like a dinner party at someone's flat. There were around four parties on smaller tables in the main room, but as we were a bigger party, and had booked in advance, we had the more intimate private room.
Contrary to what the name suggests, the Tokyo Chilli House is actually a Thai restaurant. I can't even remember how many dishes we had but it was enough food to feed all nine of us for days! We were presented with dish after dish of wonderful Thai food, including Tom Yum soup and a Penang crab curry. We paid a set price of $298/head and there's no corkage fee, so we bought a couple of bottles of wine with us. A perfect setting for a celebration.

Reservations essential: +85229150083


Here are some sources recommending private kitchens around Hong Kong (glad to see Tokyo Chilli House making a good few appearances!)

New York Times
Sassy Hong Kong
The Drinks Business
HK Magazine

Restaurants in Yuen Long

Despite the long commuting times and horrendous night buses back from nights out, I'm glad I had the chance to experience living in Yuen Long. A more chilled out local vibe than places closer to central, less air pollution, and the best food I have had in Hong Kong.

I'd recommend anyone visiting Hong Kong to make a trip to Yuen Long, even if just for an evening. Some great spots for eating and drinking, and excellent value for money.

My top 5 Yuen Long restaurants;

Eggplant - Thai Restaurant.

The first of these five that I was introduced to not long after arriving. Hands down the best Thai food i've had, ever. I haven't been to Thailand (yet!) but I've eaten in a lot of Thai restaurants since being in Hong Kong. They offer an extensive menu, outrageously big portions, the food is always very well presented and very colourful. I can't recommend this place enough, the Red Thai Curry is probably my favourite. So much flavour!
Best enjoyed with a big group, all pick one dish, put them all in the middle to mix and match.
My bill has never been much over $130 (£11 approx) and I always have a beer (Chang, of course) and order way too much. Great Spot.

My favourite!

Address: Shop 10, G/F, Ho Shun King Building, Fung Yau Street South, Yuen Long
Telephone: 2442 3399

Shaffi's - Indian Restaurant

Not only do I have my favourite Thai restaurant on my doorstep, only a few street corners away is my all time favourite curry house.
The first time I went I ordered the Chicken Makhani with kashmiri naan, it was both a blessing and a curse because it's so good I've only strayed once or twice from that choice. I've not completely neglected the rest of the menu though, my boyfriend and I usually share, so I can confirm that the other curries are also fantastic. The kashmiri naan is just insane, you have to try it for yourself to understand.
You can also get the classic Indian drink - fruit lassi to accompany your curry, great to help neutralise the spice. Shaffi's is particularly renowned for their mangoes, people come from all over to get the freshly squeezed mango juice (or lassi), you can even buy a box of Pakistani mangoes for yourself - $80 (£6.70) for 7 very large Pakistani mangoes.
The house wine is also the cheapest by glass that I've found in Hong Kong at $25 (£2.10) a glass.
Similar in price to Eggplant, my bill is never much over $130 (£11) usually with a beer, fruit juice or 1-2 glasses of wine.
Great staff too, Shaffi himself (originally a chef in the British Army) is often around checking everyone is happy with their food.

We made a fantastic discovery a few weeks back, they do a lunchtime offer - $60 (£5.10) for a curry (choice of meat) rice, plain naan and a soft drink. Lunchtime Shaffi's trips have since become a regular occurrence at the weekends!

Address: 14 Fau Tsoi Street, Yuen Long 
Telephone: 2476 7885

Tams Yunnan Noodles

This noodle bar is one of my favourites, (along with Ajisen Ramen, and the Taiwanese Noodle place in Yuen Long, see below) however it's not just a Yuen Long specialty, there are several branches around Hong Kong.
Personalise your own noodle dish. Always a very generous portion of Yunnan Noodles served, you choose what you want with the noodles (I normally go for pork, fish ball, and dried bean curd) then what level of spice you want your soup (my choice is spicy, level 2 or 3, depending on how brave I feel) they're some real spicy noodles! Non Spicy options are available.
Bill is usually around $40 (£3.40) with a soft drink, ask for the English Menu.

Address: Sai Ching Street, Yuen long

The Chef

This cosy little spot doesn't have an English menu, however my boyfriend was recommended a dish a while back, and we know which one to point at to get it. It's a stone pot with beef and aubergine, i'm not sure what it is that it's marinated in but it's soooo good. The dish is $65 (£5.40) - it's the most expensive thing on the menu, which is  how we remember what to point at. The bill with rice and drink is around $80 (£6.70). If you can read Cantonese it looks like they've got a great selection of dishes on offer. No English menu.

Address: Shop No.14, G/F, Ho Shun King Building, 3 Fung Yau Street South,Yuen Long 
Telephone: 2466 8860

Taiwanese Noodles  (There isn't an English name as far as i'm aware..)

士林台灣麵

On the same street as Tam's noodles, which compared to the other three restaurants is a much longer walk from where I live, so we're always faced with a big decision when we decide to go for noodles. We normally get the classic Taiwanese beef noodle dish with fried chicken to share. The beef is very tender and the soup is tasty. There's a really good selection of iced teas which I always get excited over. The strawberry is my favourite so far!
Bill is usually around $60 (£5.10) each for a bowl of noodles, drink and fried chicken to share. Ask for English menu.

Address: G/F, 9 Sai Ching Street, Yuen Long
Telephone: 2477 9775