In case you’re starting to get tired of your usual Starbucks drink!
For coffee lovers or caffeine-dependents, there’s truly nothing like having your first sip of coffee of the day. Some consume it for the needed caffeine buzz, there are also those who enjoy its bittersweet taste and the countless variations of flavors it can offer, while others love the culture of socializing and making memories through the consumption of coffee.
Regardless of where you fall under those reasons, we’ve rounded up 8 must-visit coffee shops around Hong Kong that you probably might not have heard of yet!
Here’s the list:
- Amber Coffee Brewery
- Cafe 34T
- Hands On Coffee
- Habitu Cafe
- Little Town
- Between Coffee
- Espresso Remedy
- Rest Coffee Gin
1. Amber Coffee Brewery
Photo Source: @amber_coffeebrewery on Instagram
If you’d like to have a taste of coffee by an award-winning and world champion barista, then Amber is the place for you. Offering a variety of original coffee blends and a unique coffee concept with their signature drink, any coffee lover in Hong Kong should definitely put this cafe on their coffee shop bucket list.
Amber Coffee Brewery
- Location: G/F, 142 Des Voeux Road Central, Central
- Must-try drink: Amber Coffee Signature Drink
2. Cafe 34T
Photo Source: @cafe34t on Instagram
This local coffee shop is perfect for those who are looking for a cozy spot to sip on their afternoon coffee. Thanks to its homey interiors, the cafe’s atmosphere is relaxing and is one of the best places where you can hide away from the busy streets of Hong kong.
Cafe 34T
- Location: G/F, 34 Tung Street, Sheung Wan
- Must-try drinks: Flat White, Cucumber Coffee
3. Hands On Coffee
Photo Source: @handsoncoffee on Instagram
With its unique interior design, it’s hard not to whip out your phone and take pictures while you enjoy a cup of coffee at Hands On Coffee. While coffee is their specialty, they also serve hot meals making it a perfect lunch or dinner spot with your friends.
Hands On Coffee
- Location: 3/F, China Mobile Flagship Store, 1L-1M Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Mong Kok
- Must-try drink: Hand Drip Coffee
4. HABITŪ Cafe
Photo Source: @habituhongkong on Instagram
HABITŪ Cafe is one of Hong Kong’s homegrown coffee brands whose goal is to serve the finest handcrafted coffee and wholesome food for their neighborhoods. So if you’re looking for a place where you can enjoy artisan coffee and great food, you already know where you should go!
- Location: L608, 6/F, The ONE, Tsim Sha Tsui
- Must-try drinks: Cafe Acai-Rosa, Cafe Creme Brulee (available for dine-in only)
5. Little Town
Have you ever had cravings for breakfast food for dinner? This cafe not only serves great coffee but all-day English breakfast as well! So whether you’re just looking for a place to grab a quick sip of coffee or satisfy your untimely cravings, all you have to do is make a visit to Little Town in North Point.
Little Town
- Location: G/F, Ming Yuen Centre 2-6 Ming Yuen Western Street, North Point
- Must-try drink: Cafe Mocha
6. Between Coffee
Photo Source: @_betweencoffee_ on Instagram
If you’re feeling a little adventurous with your coffee drink, then be sure to head to Between Coffee in Tai Kwun where seasoned baristas roast signature coffee blends and craft unique coffee cocktails. With plenty of outdoor seating on the terrace, this is a great place to enjoy your coffee al fresco and take in the views over Central!
Between Coffee
- Locations: 2/F, JC Contemporary, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong | Shop G03-04, G/F, 248 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
- Must-try drinks: Pour over coffee, Affogato
7. Espresso Remedy
Photo Source: @espressoremedy on Instagram
Perfect for those who are in a rush and want their coffee on-the-go, Espresso Remedy serves artisan coffee without the long wait. Their Fizzy Espresso is also a must-try in case you’re looking for a refreshing iced coffee drink to cool down from the summer heat.
Espresso Remedy
- Location: 22-24A Tai Ping Shan Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
- Must-try drinks: Fizzy Espresso
8. Rest Coffee Gin
Photo Source: @rest.coffee.gin on Instagram
For some, ‘resting’ means enjoying a cup of coffee on a slow Sunday morning and for others, it means capping off the night with a glass of cocktail. Rest Coffee Gin caters to both of these groups by serving single-origin brewed coffee during the day and transforms into a gin bar at night!
Rest Coffee Gin
- Location: Art Park West Kowloon Cultural District, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong
- Must-try drinks: Iced Latte (pick your seasonal roast)
