Your ultimate guide to lunch deals in Central
From the cheap and cheerful to impressive business lunchesLunch breaks can be one of many things and unfortunately, we know that they are often spent eating at the desk as you trudge through emails. But for the days you aren’t sitting at your desk and out to enjoy a quick meal to refresh your mind, we’ve summed up some of the best lunch deals in town. The guide starts with Central but check back soon as we will be updating to cover neighbourhoods far and wide.
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Central
Gustaci
Gustaci is a pizzeria that also offers pasta for when you can’t choose between the two Italian classics. Its two-course lunch has starters like meatballs, lentil salad and burrata with tomatoes. The hard decision? Spaghetti carbonara, margherita pizza or its signature calzone stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella and salami. Finish the lunch with its homemade gelato or tiramisu and espresso for an additional cost.
Gustaci, G/F, HG01 to 05, Block B, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, 2981 1418
Uma Nota
This Brazillian and Japanese venue is a fun and lively spot to head for a quick lunch. Its basic offer lets you have unlimited salads. Yes, you read that correctly–unlimited. Filling up on vegetables might sound less than exciting but its miso roasted aubergine and sesame broccoli salad will have you asking for bowls after bowls. If you want a little more substance, then its teriyaki salmon, chili chutney cheeseburger or parmesan cassava nhoque are substantial add ons to keep you going through the day.
Uma Nota, 38 Peel Street, Central, 2889 7576
Zuma
If you’re looking for an impressive lunch without breaking the bank then head to Zuma for premium sashimi, meats and seafood. Its respected name and relaxing ambience will impress as you choose two starters and a main each whilst sipping the included miso soup. Vegetarians are catered to with a seasonal sushi made vegetarian, avocado salad and fried rice.
Zuma, 5 and 6/F, 15 Queen’s Road, Central, 3657 6388
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Smoke & Barrel
Smoke & Barrel is the answer for when you just need to load up on great American grub. With two or three courses, you can nibble on seafood gazpacho or cheesy polenta or finish the meal with its pie of the day. Mains include its signature smoked meats platter, burnt ends bolognaise or salt and pepper chicken. It continues its smoked meat excellence into a range of six burgers that are only available at lunch.
Smoke & Barrel, 1 to 2/F, Wyndham Mansion, 32 Wyndham Street, Central, 2866 2120
Bedu
Bedu has streamlined its menu of Middle Eastern classics to offer a simple but satisfying lunch combo. Simply choose your favourite from falafel with hummus, lamb shoulder, harissa chicken, spiced pumpkin or fried fish. Each main comes served with rice, pita bread, salad, or half and half when you want a bit of both carb and veggies. The deal is finished with a drink and a daily dessert.
Bedu, 40 Gough Street, Central
Casa Lisboa
Hidden on the second floor is Portuguese restaurant Casa Lisboa. It offers traditional Portuguese dishes that are hard to find in the city, like salt-cured cod, piri-piri chicken and duck baked rice. The unique dishes continue into the dessert course with its serradura, tigelada and pasteis de nata. Its natural light and coastal decor add to its welcoming ambience, making it a great business lunch spot.
Casa Lisboa, 2/F, Parekh House, 63 Wyndham Street, Central, 2905 1168
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La Cabane
If you get bored of lunch deals quickly then La Cabane is the answer for you. Its great-value-for-money three-course set changes every two weeks but remains dependable on quality and creativity. Expect dishes like roasted duck risotto, braised lamb leg with jumbo couscous and polenta cake. Make sure to leave room for dessert: Rotating sweet treats or cheeses are available for both kinds of cravings.
La Cabane, 62 Hollywood Road, Central, 2776 6070
Pici
Pici is a classic for lunch with its three-course lunch menu that regularly changes its in-house made pasta. What’s great? It even has gluten-free pasta available on request for when you have a dietary restriction to meet. It has perfected the two desserts available, tiramisu and panna cotta. Alternatively, you could end the meal with a caffeine kick to survive the rest of the afternoon.
Pici, 24 to 26 Aberdeen Street, Central, 2755 5233
Kinship
Kinship offers Western classics but takes inspiration from around the world. Choose between two or three courses depending on your morning stomach pangs. Dishes included salmon ceviche, local seared bass with farro, home-made cavatelli and braised Okinawa pork belly. Its dessert takes the Hong Kong staple, milk tea, and transforms it into a soft serve before finishing it with brown sugar syrup tapioca pearls.
Kinship, 2 Shelley Street, LL Tower, Central, 2520 0899
