Famous for it's beautiful cycling route, there's plenty of places to refuel in Tai Po and it's one of the top places to try some of the best food in Hong Kong. From traditional dim sum to classic Hong Kong style desserts and even an English pub, Tai Po is well worth a visit.
The best restaurants in Tai Po
Get your om on while you get your nom on at this Buddhist-inspired vegetarian restaurant. The stewed aubergine sees the underated vegetable reach new heights of deliciousness and the lotus root pancakes are surprisingly moreish.
Part of Green Hub, a former police station on a hilltop overlooking Tolo Harbour, forward thinking vegetarian restaurant Eat Well Canteen sources as much produce as possible from nearby Kadoorie Farm. So expect dishes of fresh local veggies cooked with love that change with the season.
If you find yourself in Tai Po in need of a comforting cup of milk tea, look no further than this friendly cha chaan teng. Expect to find all the Hong Kong CCT classics here and make sure you try the steamed rice with minced pork, as it’s especially good.
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