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Where to Eat in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon: Siumai
This guide turns Hong Kong 4D3N Itinerary | 22 Best Things to Do in 4 Days from Puri and Sue into a practical food map with 23 saved spots around Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, and Sham Shui Po. The mapped places include a tourist attraction, a restaurant stop, and a bakery stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Puri and Sue were particularly impressed by the efficiency of Hong Kong's public transport and the high quality of the local dim sum, which they described as some of the best they had ever eaten. They felt star-struck by the iconic city skyline and enjoyed the nostalgic experience of finding celebrity handprints along the Avenue of Stars. While they found the Symphony of Lights visually pretty, they noted it felt slightly anticlimactic compared to their high expectations.
What this map is good for
- Planning a tourist attraction stop or short itinerary in Tsim Sha Tsui.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 23 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Victoria Harbour
Tourist Attraction in Admiralty, Hong Kong, Admiralty, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong - Kau Kee
Chinese Noodle Restaurant in Ground Floor, 21 Gough St, Central, Hong Kong, Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - ibis Hong Kong Central & Sheung Wan
Hotel in 28 Des Voeux Rd W, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong - Bakehouse
Bakery in 44 Hankow Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Avenue of Stars
Place marker in Ave of Stars, Hong Kong, Hong Kong - Kam's Roast Goose
Cantonese Restaurant in 226號 Hennessy Rd, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Kennedy Town
Neighborhood in Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong - Apliu Street Flea Market
Tourist Attraction in 121 Kweilin St, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong - HK CAFE (Hong Kong CAFE )
Chinese Restaurant in 1113 Maunakea St #101, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA, Downtown, Hawaii, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Central-Mid-Levels Escalators
Tourist Attraction in Jubilee St, Central, Hong Kong, Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Hours: Hours available - A Symphony of Lights
Tourist Attraction in Kowloon Public Pier, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong - Kung Wo Beancurd Factory
Deli in Hong Kong, Sham Shui Po, Pei Ho St, 118號號地下, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - 11 more spots
Open the map in Varedelo to see the full saved list.
Food notes from the video
- wonton noodles with beef slices
- siumai
- hargow
Experiences captured
- took the Airport Express train
- stayed at Ibis Hong Kong Central
- rode the Star Ferry to Kowloon
- visited the Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower
- explored 1881 Heritage luxury mall
- walked the Avenue of Stars
- visited K11 Musea mall
- watched the Symphony of Lights show
Planning notes for Kowloon
Tsim Sha Tsui, located at the southern tip of the Kowloon Peninsula, functions as a central hub for commerce and transport in Hong Kong. Its historical development is documented through several preserved structures. The Former Kowloon-Canton Railway Clock Tower, completed in 1915 using red brick and granite, stands as a remnant of the original terminus. Nearby, the 1881 Heritage complex occupies the former Marine Police Headquarters.
Must-try foods nearby
- Sourdough Egg Tart
The viral sensation from Bakehouse by Grégoire Michaud. Unlike traditional shortcrust or puff pastry versions, these feature a flaky sourdough croissant-like crust and a rich. - Salted Egg Yolk Egg Waffle (Gai Daan Jai)
From Mammy Pancake, a Michelin-recommended street food staple. These bubble waffles are crispy on the outside and chewy inside. - Napoleon Egg Tart
A trending rival to the sourdough tart, found at Hashtag B. This version is known for its exceptionally tall. - Steamed Milk Pudding
A classic Cantonese dessert from Yee Shun Milk Company. This silky-smooth pudding is famous for its 'double skin' (a thin layer of milk fat on top). - Scrambled Egg Toast
The quintessential Hong Kong breakfast item from Australian Dairy Company. Known for their legendary efficiency and 'no-nonsense' service.
When to go: The best time to visit Tsim Sha Tsui is from October to early December, when the weather is pleasantly cool, dry, and sunny, avoiding the humid typhoon season (May–September) and the heavy tourist crowds of Chinese New Year. For coffee enthusiasts.
Local tips
- Use the extensive underground walkway system connected to Tsim Sha Tsui and East Tsim Sha Tsui MTR stations to navigate the district while avoiding humidity and traffic.
- Expect to share large circular tables with strangers during peak hours at local eateries, a common practice known as 'daap toi'.
- Rinse your bowls and utensils with the hot tea or water provided at the start of a traditional Cantonese meal to follow local hygiene customs.
- Signal for a teapot refill by resting the lid halfway open or upside down on top of the pot instead of waving for a server.
Extra place context
- Bakehouse
Known for: Sourdough Egg Tart. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Sourdough Egg Tart
Official tourism resource
The official website of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, providing comprehensive travel guides, attraction details, and event information for Tsim Sha Tsui.
Planning questions
Where did Puri and Sue eat in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
This guide maps all 23 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
What are the must-try foods in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon?
Creator picks from the video include wonton noodles with beef slices, siumai, hargow. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.