Hong Kong Restaurants Take Top 2 Spots in 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants,' Reaffirming Its Presence as a 'Culinary Capital'
Following the success of hosting 'The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025,' Hong Kong hosted the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony for the first time. With local restaurants 'The Chairman' and 'Wing' securing the top two positions, Hong Kong has once again solidified its status as a leading global culinary destination.
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Following the awards ceremony for 'The World’s 50 Best Bars 2025' held in Hong Kong last year, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) hosted the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony in the city for the first time this year. The event, held on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, brought together over 1,000 culinary industry professionals, top chefs, and media representatives from around the world. This year, Hong Kong’s iconic Cantonese restaurant 'The Chairman' and the modern Cantonese restaurant 'Wing' took first and second place respectively in the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list, once again demonstrating that Hong Kong’s dining scene is a leader in Asia.
Comment from Dr. Peter Lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board:
'We are deeply grateful for the selection of Hong Kong as the host city for the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony for the first time. This international award celebrates outstanding achievements in the food and beverage industry. I am extremely proud of the remarkable results Hong Kong achieved in this year's rankings. With over 200 restaurants featured in internationally acclaimed gourmet guides such as the 'MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026' and the 'Black Pearl Restaurant Guide,' Hong Kong has once again solidified its status as Asia’s 'Culinary Capital.' We are delighted to welcome Asia’s leading renowned chefs and food experts to Hong Kong for the ceremony. We invite you to enjoy the diverse and unique culinary charms of Hong Kong through the recommended spots carefully selected by top chefs, as featured in the 'Taste Hong Kong' gourmet guide available throughout the city.'
Comment from Danny Yip, Owner of 'The Chairman':
'Being selected for the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' award for the second time is the greatest honor for our entire team, and achieving this in Hong Kong makes it even more meaningful. The incredible results for Hong Kong in this year's rankings and this award truly demonstrate the depth and diversity of Hong Kong’s food culture. I am very honored to represent Hong Kong in this way, and I hope to continue sharing the traditions and stories behind our cuisine.'
■ Hong Kong Leads the Asian Culinary Scene - 2 of the Top 3 Spots
In the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' ranking, a total of 10 restaurants from Hong Kong were included, including those in the 51-100 list announced recently. Of these, 6 restaurants made it into the top 50. Following 'The Chairman' (1st) and 'Wing' (2nd), 'Neighborhood' (24th), 'Estro' (32nd), 'Caprice' (35th), and 'Mono' (46th) were also ranked in the top tier. In the 51-100 list, four restaurants were selected: 'Ta Vie' (68th), 'Vea' (70th), 'Andō' (88th), and 'Amber' (90th).
These results prove once again that Hong Kong is a driving force in the Asian culinary scene. The ranked restaurants span a wide range of culinary genres, highlighting Hong Kong’s appeal as a 'melting pot of gastronomy' where global flavors gather, and its presence as a city home to numerous Michelin-starred establishments.
Furthermore, in the recently announced Chinese 'Black Pearl Restaurant Guide,' the number of Hong Kong establishments listed increased to 39, surpassing the previous year. Four of these are new entries: 'Mosu Hong Kong' by three-star Korean chef Sung Anh, the Cantonese-French fusion restaurant 'Jee,' the Indian restaurant 'Leela,' and the fine-dining Cantonese restaurant 'Man Ho Chinese Restaurant.' Additionally, the skills of local Hong Kong chefs were highly recognized; Vicky Cheng, a Hong Kong-born chef at the Chinese-French fusion restaurant 'VEA,' won the Best Chef Award, and Richard Ekkebus (Note: The original text refers to Terry Ho, head chef of Amber) won the Young Chef Award, leaving a strong impression of the high caliber of Hong Kong’s chefs.
Moreover, the 'MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026' features a total of 77 starred restaurants in Hong Kong, an increase from the previous year, once again showing that Hong Kong’s food culture is at a world-class level.
■ Asia’s Top Chefs and Global Media Gather in Hong Kong to Experience Its Food Culture
Taking the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony as an opportunity, the Hong Kong Tourism Board created a space for interaction between Asia’s leading renowned chefs and local top chefs. The participating chefs experienced Hong Kong’s diverse food culture and cooperated in the production of 'Taste Hong Kong' promotional videos. The HKTB also utilized its international network to invite media representatives from key markets, including mainland China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, to Hong Kong. In addition to attending the awards ceremony, they prepared numerous immersive culinary experience programs to convey the unique charm of Hong Kong as a 'Culinary Capital.'
This tour provided opportunities to engage with leading Hong Kong chef Vicky Cheng, allowing participants to experience his exceptional culinary techniques and philosophy. Workshops were also held on traditional Cantonese dim sum, such as siu mai and shrimp dumplings, led by Wong Lung-to, Executive Chef of 'Forum Restaurant,' as well as workshops on making egg tarts, a staple of Hong Kong sweets. Media representatives also experienced dining at ranked restaurants and visiting notable bars, gaining a broad experience of Hong Kong’s diverse food and beverage culture.
Through the multifaceted coverage generated by this media tour, it is expected that the unique culinary appeal of Hong Kong will reach readers around the world, further increasing interest in 'Taste Hong Kong.' We believe this will further strengthen Hong Kong’s solid position as a 'Culinary Capital.'
■ 11 Special Collaborations Held During the Awards Ceremony to Experience the Charm of Hong Kong’s Food Culture
To enliven the awards ceremony and allow locals and tourists to fully enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, the Hong Kong Tourism Board collaborated with the organizers of 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' for the first time this year. A total of 40 internationally renowned and local award-winning restaurants were invited to host 11 limited-time collaboration projects called 'Signature Sessions,' themed around global cuisines. Many local residents and tourists visited these events, providing an opportunity to experience the charm of Hong Kong as a place where global cuisines gather.
The full results of 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026' can be viewed at the link below:
https://www.theworlds50best.com/asia/en/list/1-50
Comment from Dr. Peter Lam, Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board:
'We are deeply grateful for the selection of Hong Kong as the host city for the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony for the first time. This international award celebrates outstanding achievements in the food and beverage industry. I am extremely proud of the remarkable results Hong Kong achieved in this year's rankings. With over 200 restaurants featured in internationally acclaimed gourmet guides such as the 'MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026' and the 'Black Pearl Restaurant Guide,' Hong Kong has once again solidified its status as Asia’s 'Culinary Capital.' We are delighted to welcome Asia’s leading renowned chefs and food experts to Hong Kong for the ceremony. We invite you to enjoy the diverse and unique culinary charms of Hong Kong through the recommended spots carefully selected by top chefs, as featured in the 'Taste Hong Kong' gourmet guide available throughout the city.'
Comment from Danny Yip, Owner of 'The Chairman':
'Being selected for the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' award for the second time is the greatest honor for our entire team, and achieving this in Hong Kong makes it even more meaningful. The incredible results for Hong Kong in this year's rankings and this award truly demonstrate the depth and diversity of Hong Kong’s food culture. I am very honored to represent Hong Kong in this way, and I hope to continue sharing the traditions and stories behind our cuisine.'
■ Hong Kong Leads the Asian Culinary Scene - 2 of the Top 3 Spots
In the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' ranking, a total of 10 restaurants from Hong Kong were included, including those in the 51-100 list announced recently. Of these, 6 restaurants made it into the top 50. Following 'The Chairman' (1st) and 'Wing' (2nd), 'Neighborhood' (24th), 'Estro' (32nd), 'Caprice' (35th), and 'Mono' (46th) were also ranked in the top tier. In the 51-100 list, four restaurants were selected: 'Ta Vie' (68th), 'Vea' (70th), 'Andō' (88th), and 'Amber' (90th).
These results prove once again that Hong Kong is a driving force in the Asian culinary scene. The ranked restaurants span a wide range of culinary genres, highlighting Hong Kong’s appeal as a 'melting pot of gastronomy' where global flavors gather, and its presence as a city home to numerous Michelin-starred establishments.
Furthermore, in the recently announced Chinese 'Black Pearl Restaurant Guide,' the number of Hong Kong establishments listed increased to 39, surpassing the previous year. Four of these are new entries: 'Mosu Hong Kong' by three-star Korean chef Sung Anh, the Cantonese-French fusion restaurant 'Jee,' the Indian restaurant 'Leela,' and the fine-dining Cantonese restaurant 'Man Ho Chinese Restaurant.' Additionally, the skills of local Hong Kong chefs were highly recognized; Vicky Cheng, a Hong Kong-born chef at the Chinese-French fusion restaurant 'VEA,' won the Best Chef Award, and Richard Ekkebus (Note: The original text refers to Terry Ho, head chef of Amber) won the Young Chef Award, leaving a strong impression of the high caliber of Hong Kong’s chefs.
Moreover, the 'MICHELIN Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026' features a total of 77 starred restaurants in Hong Kong, an increase from the previous year, once again showing that Hong Kong’s food culture is at a world-class level.
■ Asia’s Top Chefs and Global Media Gather in Hong Kong to Experience Its Food Culture
Taking the 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' awards ceremony as an opportunity, the Hong Kong Tourism Board created a space for interaction between Asia’s leading renowned chefs and local top chefs. The participating chefs experienced Hong Kong’s diverse food culture and cooperated in the production of 'Taste Hong Kong' promotional videos. The HKTB also utilized its international network to invite media representatives from key markets, including mainland China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia, to Hong Kong. In addition to attending the awards ceremony, they prepared numerous immersive culinary experience programs to convey the unique charm of Hong Kong as a 'Culinary Capital.'
This tour provided opportunities to engage with leading Hong Kong chef Vicky Cheng, allowing participants to experience his exceptional culinary techniques and philosophy. Workshops were also held on traditional Cantonese dim sum, such as siu mai and shrimp dumplings, led by Wong Lung-to, Executive Chef of 'Forum Restaurant,' as well as workshops on making egg tarts, a staple of Hong Kong sweets. Media representatives also experienced dining at ranked restaurants and visiting notable bars, gaining a broad experience of Hong Kong’s diverse food and beverage culture.
Through the multifaceted coverage generated by this media tour, it is expected that the unique culinary appeal of Hong Kong will reach readers around the world, further increasing interest in 'Taste Hong Kong.' We believe this will further strengthen Hong Kong’s solid position as a 'Culinary Capital.'
■ 11 Special Collaborations Held During the Awards Ceremony to Experience the Charm of Hong Kong’s Food Culture
To enliven the awards ceremony and allow locals and tourists to fully enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, the Hong Kong Tourism Board collaborated with the organizers of 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants' for the first time this year. A total of 40 internationally renowned and local award-winning restaurants were invited to host 11 limited-time collaboration projects called 'Signature Sessions,' themed around global cuisines. Many local residents and tourists visited these events, providing an opportunity to experience the charm of Hong Kong as a place where global cuisines gather.
The full results of 'Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026' can be viewed at the link below:
https://www.theworlds50best.com/asia/en/list/1-50