Why you’ll never be short of dining options in Ap Lei Chau

People seldom get bored looking for something to eat in Ap Lei Chau. The abundant seafood supply and the flourishing hip eateries entwine the island’s food map, making a deliciously prepared Snapper in ginger and scallions for lunch, a grilled deer rack with puff pastry spinach roll for dinner, followed by a red bean sweet soup not impossible.  

A combination of relative proximity to the hustle and bustle of the pumping heart of the territory and less demanding rental price means an influx of art galleries, trendy furniture shops, and chic catering institutions in the most unpredictable premises, such as the Harbour Industrial Centre on the island’s south tip.

Don’t be startled by the name: the multi-storey industrial building has been turned into a unique eatery with a diversified selection of food outlets including the healthy restaurant cum art gallery on the third floor.

Airspace is not only the location of party-perfect Artichoke Canteen but is also the site of the Toof Contemporary Art Gallery. The restaurateur involved has lots of entertainment ideas on tap: live concerts, outdoor movies and more. As such, while tasting their signature green pea soup, prepare to be immersed in an intriguingly decorated open planned restaurant with electric music in the background.

Ap Lei Chau is becoming known for having a nose for drink, boasting the first urban winery in the city. Also taking shelter in the same industrial building, The 8th Estate Winery is pouring out the most authentic taste to welcome its visitors.

And if you wish to have fresh seafood, head north; Ap Lei Chau Main Street is the place to be. Simply pick your favourite fresh seafood in the municipal wet market nearby, where live fish, shrimp, prawn and shellfish are on offer. Eateries either on upper floors or at street level are ready to offer an array of cooking ideas to you, and cook your meal in the freshest way.