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Venture across the harbour and explore the vibrant neighbourhoods of Jordan & Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon-side districts jam-packed with restaurants, cafes, bakeries, shops and more!
Home to the world-famous Temple Street Night Market and kitchenware haven Shanghai Street, Jordan & Yau Ma Tei are neighbourhoods in Hong Kong overflowing with affordable bites, multi-storey shopping malls, adorable cafes, artisanal bakeries and hidden gems. While their sister district, Tsim Sha Tsui, sometimes gets more hype, Jordan & Yau Ma Tei boast must-see spots like the Jade Market and the Tin Hau Temple Complex. Keep reading to discover all of our favourite places!
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Where To Eat In Jordan & Yau Ma Tei: The Best Restaurants & Snack Shops
Australia Dairy Company (澳洲牛奶公司) — Iconic Hong Kong Cha Chaan Teng
You’re not a true Hong Konger until you’ve had a meal at Australia Dairy Company — and once you’ve had its food, you’ll be a fan for life! This cha chaan teng is legendary for its scrambled eggs and steamed egg pudding with milk (and crazy cheap prices), so get ready queue up and eat fast at this local favourite!
Australia Dairy Company, G/F, 47-49 Parkes Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2730 1356
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Wellcome — Hong Kong Supermarket’s Nostalgia Concept Store
Wellcome is turning back the clock with this adorable concept store! This homegrown supermarket chain has transformed its original Yau Ma Tei branch into a retro haven. Beyond offering its usual groceries, this outpost stocks vintage decor and plenty of photo-worthy moments — hunt for classic treats like YuHin Dragon’s Beard Candy and Wah Yuen Ding Ding Candy, sip on Vitasoy and Coca-Cola from special glass bottles, or explore exclusive craft brews from Young Master!
Sassy Tip: Limited-time offers and collaborations like a Lee Kum Kee capsule machine and the retro eco bag redemption are on offer until 31 March 2026!
Wellcome, G/F, Unit 1–11, Block 5, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Yokozuna Ramen — Small Ramen Shop Open Until Late
With its snug, intimate setup, this spot gives off major Tokyo street food vibes. The ramen here is obviously a must-try, as is the eel rice bowl and crispy gyoza. Plus, the shop is open until 2am — perfect for those midnight cravings! G/F, Yun Kai Building, 466-472 Nathan Road, Yau Ma Tei
Yokozuna Ramen, G/F, Yun Kai Building, 466-472 Nathan Road, Yau Ma Tei, 9298 3565
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Mido Cafe (美都餐室) — Standout Cha Chaan Teng On Temple Street
Have you really experienced old-school Hong Kong if you haven’t grabbed a window seat at Mido Cafe? Here, the 1950s decor is just as iconic as the menu! This legendary cha chaan teng is famous for its retro mosaic tiles, baked pork chop rice and thick-cut French toast, offering a cinematic slice of history in every bite.
Mido Cafe, Mido Cafe, G/F, 63 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2384 6402
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Man Man Kee — Michelin-Recommended Cart Noodle Shop
Having been in business for more than 60 years, Man Man Kee knows a thing or two about noodles! A local favourite and a long-time feature on the Michelin Guide, the small shop boasts some of the best Cantonese wonton noodle soups in the city, all for unbeatable prices!
Man Man Kee Noodle Shop, G/F, 51 Parkes Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2736 5561
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Hing Kee Claypot Rice — Temple Street Favourite With Historic Dishes
Hing Kee first opened its doors in the early 1980s with just five variations of its signature dish: claypot rice. Since then, it’s earned a reputation as one of the most dependable claypot restaurants in the city, and its menu has ballooned to include 60+ toppings. Each dish here is made to order, so choose any one (or more) of its myriad variations based on your palate and preference, and trust the process!
Hing Kee Claypot Rice, 15 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2384 3647
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Foodtrip: Bedana’s Filipino Restaurant — Sassy-Favourite Filipino Food
More snack shop than sit-down restaurant, Foodtrip is a hidden gem for authentic Filipino food in Hong Kong. Not only can you secure a hearty meal for under $100, but it also offers tasty regional dishes that are hard to find outside of the Philippines, including ox tail in peanut sauce and sauteed pork offal! But beware if you’re a stickler for hygiene, because the cleanliness at this joint is definitely less than five star.
Footrip: Bedan’s Filipino Restaurant, G/F, 113 Woosung Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2542 3088
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Hama Sushi — Affordable Japanese Conveyer-Belt Sushi Chain
A popular conveyer-belt sushi restaurant with affordable prices (select pieces start at just $12!) and plenty of options, Hama Sushi is a perfect cheap sushi fix — but keep in mind that the quality of the fish matches the price! This is one of the first spots the chain has launched in Hong Kong, so keep an eye out for future branches.
Hama Sushi, Shop 1, 1/F, 238 Nathan Road, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, hamanavi.hama-sushi.com.hk
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Sfizio — Handmade Pasta Restaurant With Authentic Italian Fare
An Italian restaurant in Hong Kong with authentic, handmade pasta dishes (if you enjoy rich food, make sure to order the orecchiette with sausage and truffle cream sauce!) and super limited seating, Sfizio is one of Hong Kong’s hidden gems. Note that the appetisers can be a little overpriced (the same price — approx $150 — as the mains)!Sfizio, Shop 3b, 4-10 Tak Shing Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 5543 8551
Dim Sum Here — Temple Street Dim Sum With Local Faves
Serving up all the classics along with viral dim sum selects like steamed egg yolk in a black bao, Dim Sum Here has got you covered for all your cravings! It’s also located right on Temple Street, so you can easily grab a snack between your shopping.
Dim Sum Here, Shop 6-8, Wan Chi Mansion, 286-298 Temple Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 5423 7079
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Thai Pai Dong — Original Outpost Of Hong Kong’s Favourite Thai Restaurant
One of the newest spots on our list, Thai Pai Dong is a fast-rising star in the Thai food scene (the head chef used to work at the ever-popular Samsen!). The decor is cute and casual, with LED fixtures and vintage posters lining the walls, while highlight dishes include the Wagyu beef falt noodles (pad kee mao) and oyster omelette.
Thai Pai Dong, G/F, 24 Man Yuen Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6648 0179
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Where To Drink In Jordan & Yau Ma Tei: Cafes & Bars
Kubrick — Cult-Favourite Cafe & Bookstore Next To Broadway Cinematheque
Not only does this Insta-famous bookstore have a range of art and design books, specialty magazines, novels, stationary and a record and DVD store, it also has its own in-house cafe, making it the perfect place to hang out on weekend afternoons. Around the corner you’ll also find a cinema that typically shows independent and arthouse films! Plus, we love the creative, chilled out atmosphere and friendly staff.
Kubrick, Shop H2, Cinema Block, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square Street, Ya Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2384 8929, kubrick.com.hk
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Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop (大安茶冰廳) — A Modern Bing Sutt On Canton Road
Welcome to Tai On, a local icon since 1969 that’s kept its old-school soul while modernising. This revamped Bing Sutt holds onto the classics — worn wooden booths and vintage mosaic floors — but the menu has levelled up. You’ll find gourmet twists like gooey Caramel Lava Egg Tarts and tender, slow-cooked Char Siu.
Tai On Coffee & Tea Shop, G/F, 830 Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2385 2774
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MUM’s NOT HOME — LGBT-Friendly Cafe & Cake Shop On Shanghai Street
Can something still be a hidden gem if it’s well known? Regardless, this queer-friendly teahouse is everything from a cafe and dessert bar (the homemade cakes are seriously divine) to a retro thrift store and green sanctuary. If it wasn’t clear already, the vibes are immaculate.
MUM’s NOT HOME, 1/F, 302 Shanghai Street, Yau Ma Tei, Hong Kong, 9770 5760
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Bad Coffee & Liquor Club — Cosy Speakeasy With Coffee & Cocktails
Bad Coffee & Liquor Club is a refined retreat tucked away in the historic Alhambra Building. It’s a sleek, 80s-inspired space that feels worlds away from the Nathan Road bustle outside. By day, it’s a sanctuary for serious specialty coffee; after dark, it transforms into a moody cocktail den, where drinks like a Pei Pa Koa Highball keep us coming back.
Sassy Tip: There are only eight seats here and the shop only takes walk-ins, so be prepared for a little claustrophobia!
Bad Coffee & Liquor Club, Shop 19, G/F, Alhambra Building, 385 Nathan Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Big Grains — Japanese Bakery With French-Inspired Pastries
As one of our Sassy Team members’s favourite spots in Hong Kong for pain au chocolate and baguette, this artisanal Japanese bakery has our stamp of approval! The innovative pastries are perfectly textured and come in multiple flavours, so you can grab a bunch and share.
Big Grains, 61 Parkes Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 3702 0186, biggrains.com
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Emerald Bakery and Cafe — Shanghai Street Sweet Shop With Hong Kong Desserts
A classic Hong Kong bakery complete with all of your favourite sweet fixings, Emerald Bakery and Cafe is especially known for its cream-filled Swiss rolls. We suggest the mango pandan Swiss roll, which is the perfect mix between fruity and creamy! Note that if you’re not a sweet tooth, this may be one to skip.
Emerald Bakery and Cafe, G/F, 48 Shanghai Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 2711 1222
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Studio Caffeine — Cafe On Temple Street With Sassy-Approved Brunch
An adorable coffee shop right on Temple Street with an award-winning speciality blend and an impressive all-day breakfast (think sausage, baked beans, eggs and all the extra fixings!), this cafe is the perfect place to relax, study or simply grab your caffeine and go! There’s amazing brunch deals and plenty of comfortable seating if you want to rest your feet.
Studio Caffeine, G/F, 284 Temple Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong 2793 3480, www.facebook.com/StudioCaffeine
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What To Do In Jordan & Yau Ma Tei: Shops, Night Markets & Temples
Temple Street Night Market — Famous Night Market In Hong Kong
A treasure-trove for late-night dining brimming with local delicacies (think snake soup, dim sum and more!) and affordable shopping, Temple Street Night Market rivals the markets found in Taiwan and the Mainland. Most stalls don’t open until 6pm, and it gets especially lively from 8pm onwards!
Temple Street Night Market, Temple Street, Jordan/Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Shanghai Street — Historic Road & Kitchenware Haven
This iconic street was reclaimed from the sea in 1874. Originally named ‘Station Street,’ it was later retitled in 1909 to honour Hong Kong’s flourishing trade with Shanghai. Today, it forms a bustling 2.3 km corridor through the heart of Kowloon, celebrated for its vibrant night markets, vintage shops and a legendary stretch of kitchenware stores offering everything from antique porcelain to everyday essentials.
Shanghai Street, Jordan/Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Tin Hau Temple Complex — Five Conjoining ‘Goddess of the Sea’ Temples
This charming Tin Hau temple, a Grade I historical building, is a quintessential piece of Hong Kong’s history. Once by the sea but now inland due to land reclamation, it offers a quiet glimpse into the city’s past. Plus, it’s undeniably stunning and cinematic.
Tin Hau Temple Complex, 56-58 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Biu Kee Mahjong — Viral Hand-Carved Mahjong Artisan
One of the Hong Kong’s last shops producing and selling artisan, hand-carved mahjong tiles, Big Kee Mahjong was actually forced to shutter in 2022 after facing eviction. Fortunately, updates to the building structure have allowed the shop owner, Cheung Shun King, to reopen his store in the same Jordan location!
Big Kee Mahjong, G/F, 26 Jordan Road, Jordan/Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market — Wholesale Fruit & Vegetables
A bustling hub of fresh produce and old-school charm, the Yau Ma Tei Wholesale Fruit Market is a feast for the senses, offering everything from exotic fruits to local favourites for incredible prices. The market has been around since the early 1900’s, making it a staple of Hong Kong that has resisted gentrification!
Wholesale Fruit Market, 202 Reclamation Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Bowring Commercial Centre — Local-Favourite Mall Filled With Tailors
Right across the street from MTR exit C2, Bowring Commercial Centre is full of little stores for affordable clothes and alterations for a fraction of price of those in Central. You could spend a whole day winding through and exploring these (admittedly claustrophobic!) stores, so make sure to mark down a snack and rest spot from our list!
Bowring Commercial Centre, 154-164 Woosung Street, Jordan, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Jade Market — Trinkets, Charms & Jewellery From Dozens Of Stalls
With hundreds of stalls selling thousands of trinkets, ornaments and jewellery of all shapes and sizes, the Jade Market is a must-see destination in Hong Kong. Just make sure to bargain down your prices, because the first offer will never be the best one!
Jade Market, 251 Shanghai Street, Jordan/Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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E-Nok Accessories — Famous Local Piercer In CTMA Centre
While technically located in Mong Kok, CTMA Centre is closer to Yau Ma Tei Station — so we’re including this piercing shop anyway! Famous in the local scene for its affordable prices (approx $400 per piercing, jewellery included), E-Nok offers both ear and body piercings with fun, alternative jewellery. Social Media Manager Grace has gotten her nose and belly button pierced here, and can vouch that both healed without a hitch!
E-Nok Accessories, Shop 213A, 2/F CTMA Centre, 1N Sai Yeung Choi South Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Main image courtesy of Getty Images, image 1 courtesy of Australia Dairy Company via Tripadvisor, image 2 courtesy Man Man See via Tripadvisor, image 3 courtesy Footrip via RSVIT, image 3 courtesy of Sfizio via OpenRice, image 4 courtesy of Chinese Noodle Shop via Tripadvisor, image 5 courtesy of Hama Sushi via OpenRice, image 6 courtesy Dim Sum Here, image 7 courtesy of Thai Pai Dong via Instagram, image 8 courtesy of Big Grains via OpenRice, image 9 courtesy of Emerald Bakery and Cafe via OpenRice, image 10 courtesy of Studio Caffeine, image 11 courtesy of Getty Images, image 12 courtesy of Anthony Ma via Flickr, image 13 courtesy of Tripadvisor, image 14 courtesy of Getty Images.
