The best business lunches in Hong Kong

Located on the fifth floor of Rosewood Hong Kong, the tapas-inspired gastro market Bayfare Social is the perfect spot for groups looking for a leisurely meal with an aesthetic view to accompany it. Boasting an extensive array of food and drink for value prices, the vibrant, lively eatery is the perfect place for learning tapas, a bustling social setting inspired by Europe’s vibrant, bustling plazas.

Tucked away on trendy Ship Street and conveniently sidestepping Wan Chai's hustle and bustle, Gunpowder breaks tradition by serving up creative new takes on Indian delicacies alongside signature cocktails in a sleek, modern resto-bar space punctuated by flashes of bright crimson and twinkling tiles. This one's perfect for business meetings and casual gatherings alike.

Chef Adam Cliff’s take on Thai street food is a step above most other such restaurants but it’s quality without hurting the bank balance, so it’s a good bet if you’re footing the bill. On the whole, the food remains true to its origins but with a few tweaks. The stylish interior and modern open kitchen ought to impress your clients. If that fails, a generous bowl of wagyu beef boat noodles with crunchy toppings should leave them satisfied and ready to sign anything.

Hong Kong's hottest new al fresco dining space offers stunning views from its location by the Tsim Sha Tsui Harbourfront – perfect for doing some schmoozing. The menu is inspired by casual Australian cuisine, and in line with its waterfront location, all things seafood dominate. The seafood platters are a particularly mouth-watering option to share if you're with a small group.

Dim sum spots are a staple choice for team lunches in Hong Kong. Featuring supremely scrummy baos and dumplings with quality ingredients and cutesy presentation, Yum Cha is the place to hit up for Chinese classics alongside a casual vibe. All the usual suspects are on the menu and they all come with reasonable price tags considering the excellent quality of the dishes. Yum Cha also has a branch in Tsim Sha Tsui if you're in the Kowloon side of the city.

Whipping up homely family-style Italian dishes that go way beyond the stereotypical fare, this cosy, rustic meets industrial venue accepts reservations for groups of all sizes. Start off with light snacks like the pecorino cheese frittata and the arancini bucket before moving on to the true heroes of Pirata: mains such as the anchovies crostini, the butcher’s cut steak, and the aubergine parmigiana.

A Kennedy Town favourite, Mama Malouf is great for small teams to bond and drool over Lebanese food. The 30-seat dining room is elegantly but minimally decorated, with a new school-meets-old school vibe that's also reflected in the tight, clever menu – think silky hummus, lightly smoked and well-seasoned babaganouj, falafels with yoghurt tahini sauce and pickled turnip salad that feature generously-sized balls cooked to crispy perfection, and so, so much more.