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After years of anticipation, Hong Kong’s former Central Police Station Compound on Hollywood Road has reopened as Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts. Aside from getting history buffs and culture vultures excited, the complex has also garnered a lot of attention from foodie circles, thanks to its exciting line-up of F&B options. From a down-to-earth tea house to a swanky grand salon, here are the best restaurants and bars to pay attention to when you visit Tai Kwun.
Aaharn
The first project in Hong Kong for David Thompson, the man who founded Nahm, in London and then in Bangkok, the latter of which was awarded the top spot on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2014. At Aaharn
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The Chinese Library
This stunning-looking restaurant serves contemporary regional Chinese fare. The Chinese Library
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Madame Fu
Madame Fu
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Café Claudel
Café Claudel
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LockCha Tea House
LockCha
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Phoenix Sweets
Almost like an art gallery, Phoenix Sweets
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Statement
Just across from its sister restaurant, The Chinese Library, Statement
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