Lai Ching Heen

Hallmark of Cantonese cuisine excellence 

Wok Fried Prawns, Asparagus in Black Bean Sauce

Lai Ching Heen, nestled inside the 5 stars luxury Regent hotel in Hong Kong, champions Cantonese cuisine and is a holder of 2 Michelin stars. This is a place where tradition speaks loudest, yet innovation still finds its voice. The menu is a confident blend of classic Cantonese dishes elevated to something far beyond familiar. The dim sum selection feels like the kitchen’s subtle flex—each piece crafted with care, from the translucent skins to the vibrant, carefully seasoned fillings. There’s an obvious respect for technique here, and that is the reason I came back to Lai Ching Heen for dinner, as I was impressed when I had a dim sum lunch here back in 2019.

Wok Fried Lobster, Crabmeat Roe, Fresh Milk

Wok Seared Garoupa Fillet, Black Truffle, Egg White

Stewed Turnip, Wagyu Cheek in Marsala Sauce

The house special wok-fried lobster with milk and shallots and crab roe is deceptively simple but arrives with such a clean umami depth and perfect texture, proof that when you execute fundamentals flawlessly, the results are unforgettable. It felt light, yet tasted so wonderful at the same time. I was also a big fan of the crab claw and vermicelli cooked in a clay pot, the carb was cooked just right, the sweet and savoury taste was improved by a light use of satey sauce, it was a classic Cantonese dish done in a very refined way, along with a killer inviting smoky aroma. I would say the weak point of this place is the desserts; it doesn't have the same standard as the first part of the meal, as I found my almond cream soup was a touch watery and too thin.

Stewed Crab Claw, Vermicelli, Homemade XO sauce

Fried Rice, Diced Roasted Duck, Chicken, Crabmeat, Conpoy in Lotus Leaf

Almond cream soup

Service at Lai Ching Heen mirrors the kitchen’s quiet excellence (apart from the desserts). Staff are observant but never overbearing, managing that rare balance of making you feel both looked after and left alone to enjoy the experience, with a beautiful view of Hong Kong skylines and the sea, it is hard not to appreciate Lai Ching Heen. Lai Ching Heen doesn’t need to shout for attention. It earns it through quiet confidence, discipline, and a clear understanding of what fine Cantonese dining should be: deeply satisfying, rooted in tradition, and delivered with subtle grace. 

Food 4/5


What I paid: 
£110 per head 

Average cost without drinks and services:
£100 (dinner)

18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

https://hongkong.regenthotels.com/dining-destination/lai-ching-heen/