New Restaurants In Hong Kong To Try In May

Here are the hottest restaurants making their debut in Hong Kong that we can’t wait to try in May…

If you’re tired of eating at the same places, these are the newest restaurants worth checking out. Consider us your insider guide to the city’s best happenings — including new bars and this month’s hottest deals and menus. Ranging from beloved favourite Big JJ Seafood Hotpot’s relocation to a new location for a MICHELIN-starred ramen restaurant right in the middle of Central, a lot is happening in Hong Kong’s dining scene in May 2026. Here is everything worth bookmarking.

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Vincenzo Capuano — World’s 13th Best Pizza chain opening its first Hong Kong location

One of the world’s most talked-about pizza names is landing in Hong Kong. Vincenzo Capuano, the Naples-born, third-generation pizzaiolo and 2022 World Modern Pizza champion, is opening his first Hong Kong outpost, and we couldn’t be more excited. Known for his ultra-light, high-hydration dough fermented for 36+ hours, producing the signature Nuvola crust, Capuano’s pizza strikes the perfect balance between classic Neapolitan tradition and modern creativity. Set to bring serious heat (and probably queues!) to Wan Chai, you’ll see us queuing up daily!

Must-Try Dishes: Provola E Pepe, Bellaria
Opening Hours: 12pm to 11pm daily
Address: Vincenzo Capuano, Lee Tung Avenue, GF Unit 01 04 05, Wan Chai, Hong Kong — book here

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Little Bao — May Chow brings Hong Kong favourite back to its roots by the SoHo steps

Whilst not technically a new opening, this full-circle moment definitely feels like a new chapter for Little Bao, one of Hong Kong’s most iconic homegrown brands. After eight years operating across both Central and Causeway Bay, the brand is consolidating into a single location from Sunday, 17 May at Shin Hing Street — a.k.a where it all began. To celebrate, don’t miss its one-night-only “Baodown” on Tuesday, 19 May with Chef Gavin Chin of House of Culture, plus a lineup of collaborations and cultural programmes rolling through the summer.

Must-Try Dishes: Truffle Fries ($98), Fried Chicken Bao ($108); Green Tea Ice Cream Bao ($48)
Opening Hours: 12pm to 4pm (Tuesdays to Saturdays); 6pm to 10pm (Tuesday to Thursday, and Sundays); 6pm to 11pm (Saturdays)
Address: 1-3 Shin Hing Street, Central, Hong Kong — book here

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Konjiki Hototogisu — Michelin-starred ramen opens new location in CityPlaza

Tokyo’s Michelin-starred ramen darling is opening its newest branch in Hong Kong’s Taikoo Shing. A favourite spot of Executive Editor Suchetana, Konjiki Hototogisu is famed for its ultra-refined, almost artistic approach to ramen. We absolutely adore its Original Tonkotsu Ramen — filling, flavourful and fabulous!

Sassy Tip: Don’t skimp out on the gyozas!

Must-Try Dishes: Tonkotsu Smoked Pepper Ramen ($115), Tonkotsu Original Ramen ($115)
Opening Hours: 11:30am to 10:30pm daily
Address: Shop 315, 3/F, Cityplaza, Taikoo Shing, Hong Kong

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SEVENS — Modern two-dish rice fare opens at Basehall

Offering a fresh take on a Hong Kong staple, SEVENS is giving the city’s beloved two-dish rice a modern edge. A go-to choice for locals for its flexibility to pick and mix comforting Hong Kong plates, such as sweet and sour pork and grilled beef and broccoli, two-dish rice (also known as this-this rice) is a staple among all generations. And now, you can enjoy it best during the lunch rush or as a post-workout meal, thanks to its focus on wellness and fresh rotating menu.

Must-Try Dishes: Lite Set ($58)
Opening Hours: 11pm to 10pm daily
Address: BaseHall 02, LG/F, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong — order here

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Big JJ Seafood Hotpot Restaurant — Hotpot institution’s global flagship opens in Prince’s Building in Central

For those who shed a tear when Big JJ Seafood Hotpot Restaurant closed, have no fear, as it’s reopening in a prime location! This Cantonese hotpot spot dials things all the way up, with deeply flavourful broths, premium seafood and top-quality meats that are as scrumptious as its vibe. Offering a perfect spot for group dinners, celebrations or those nights when only something extra will do (especially with its extensive wine list!) — normal hotpot won’t feel the same again!

Must-Try Dishes: Fried Fish Skin ($78); Tender Chuck Flap ($388)
Opening Hours: 12pm to 3pm (lunch hours, Monday to Friday); 6pm to 2am (Monday to Saturday)
Address: 10 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong — book here

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In Case You Missed April’s New Restaurants…

UURO — Italian-Japanese fusion cuisine with a focus on bagels

At Team Sassy, we try our fair share of meals, so seriously impressing the team is a feat reserved for the greatest — and we can confirm that UURO has just made the list. Its highlight undoubtedly is the bagels, creating a comforting and mood-lifting aroma from the minute you enter its nearly 10,000sqft sprawling space. The flavours are carb-lover coded, with cheese & jalapeño and spring onion among our highlights. Its range of cream cheeses (from nduja to yuzu to its house special) is also ideal for building your ideal bite. Cooked plates are equally fantastic, flavourful and fabulous. If our office were closer, we would be here every day! So for the lucky ones who live in the area, go for a gorgeous meal (and soak up the genuinely lovely service) and take home a bagel (or three!). 

Must-try Dishes: Spanish Iberico Ham & Cheese Bagel, Braised Beef Cheek Gnocchi
Opening Hours: 11am to 11pm
Address: UURO, B1/F, Causeway Bay Plaza 2, 463-483 Lockhart Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, 3547 2131

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Happy Samurai — Hokkaido-style ramen in Central

Happy Samurai is easy to walk straight past and that’s part of the appeal of this hole-in-the-wall eatery. Tucked behind an unassuming doorway just off the Wellington Street market stalls, this small ramen shop in Central serves bowls built on a broth that’s been in Chef Kouji’s family for over 80 years. His mother’s family still runs the original ramen shop just outside Sapporo, and that four-generation recipe is exactly what ends up in your bowl. What’s also incredible is that every broth on the menu is plant-based. The tonkotsu ramen is rich and creamy, the tantan ramen packs a satisfying heat and the shoyu ramen is deeply savoury with umami flavours, but also differing from what you expect from a ‘traditional’ version. 

Must-try Dishes: Spicy Tantan Ramen ($138)
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:30am to 11pm; Sunday closed
Address: Happy Samurai, Shop A, G/F, 51 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, 5688 5151

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Chao — Southeast Asian comfort food in Kwun Tong

Kwun Tong just got a whole lot more delicious. Chao, a new Southeast Asian dining destination, lands at The Millennity with 100 seats, a sprawling alfresco terrace and a menu spanning Thai, Vietnamese and Singaporean flavours. Helming the kitchen is Thai Head Chef Aom, whose extensive experience working in Hong Kong kitchens (including a stint leading Nara Thai) come across in every dish. The boat noodles are served in traditional stainless-steel pots that keep the broth piping and fragrant; the heritage curries — particularly the Vietnamese-style yellow coconut beef brisket — are thick, aromatic and deeply satisfying; and the homemade crêpe cakes and pandan ice cream will convince you to save room for dessert. With happy hour running daily from 12pm to 8pm and dogs welcome on the terrace, Chao has engineered a near-perfect excuse to extend any meal into an evening.

Must-try Dishes: Guay Tiew Ruea ($88), Signature Crêpe Cake ($58)
Opening Hours: Daily; 11am to 11pm
Address: Chao, Shop 909 & 911, 9/F, The Millennity, 98 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, 2307 8588

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Punjab Warriors — Indian restaurant with live sports screening in Central

Inspired by the legendary army mess bars of colonial India, where regiments gathered to eat, bond over cricket and have a good time, Punjab Warriors brings the same high-energy spirit to Lyndhurst Terrace, Central. With live screenings of Premier League football, rugby and Twenty20 cricket, plus a bar stocked with 30+ gins and draft IPAs from UK craft brewery Powder Monkey, there’s a reason to come before, during and well after the match. Leading the kitchen is Chef Angshuman Adhikari, formerly of London’s Michelin-starred Gymkhana and the celebrated Brigadiers. Standout dishes include the 1kg t-bone steak ($1,288) and the 1.2kg Tomahawk steak ($1,388), both served with garam masala butter, chips and house salad. Those who would like to try a variety of meat can choose the Tandoori Mixed Grill ($988), featuring lamb chops, chicken tikka, seekh kebab and grilled prawns. 

Sassy Tip: Take advantage of weekly dining offers, the 1kg T-Bone ($644) is available at half price on Tuesdays, the Punjab Warriors Tandoori Mixed Grill ($494) is at half price on Wednesdays and the 1.2kg Tomahawk ($694) is at half price on Thursdays.

Must-try Dishes: Wagyu Beef Shin & Bone Marrow Dum Biryani ($198), Brulée’d Indian Rice Pudding ($58)
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 12pm to 11pm
Address: Punjab Warriors, G/F, Car Po Commercial Building, 18–20 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong, 9525 7003, book here

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ThongSmith — Bangkok’s boat noodle institution debuts in Wan Chai

If you’ve ever found yourself slurping boat noodles in Bangkok and wondering why nothing in Hong Kong quite hits the same way, your wait is over. ThongSmith, the beloved noodle concept from Iberry Group (the Bangkok-based F&B powerhouse behind 22 brands), has opened its first-ever international location in Wan Chai, and it is every bit as good as its reputation suggests. The signature broth, simmered eight hours with galangal, star anise, lemongrass and pickled garlic provides a delicious foundation for the noodles. The ingredients are premium too, think Australian Wagyu ribeye and Kurobuta pork. The Hong Kong menu has some exclusive dishes such as Karn’s Fried Rice, a peppery and well-balanced version, and Chalee’s Chicken Ko Lae, where coconut-marinated chicken thighs are charred, basted in Ko Lae curry and served with cucumber salad.

Must-try dishes: ThongSmith Signature Boat Noodles with Wagyu Round ($148), Chalee’s Chicken Ko Lae ($68)
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:30am to 10pm
Address: ThongSmith, G/F, Spring Garden, 38 Spring Garden Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 2802 0992

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