July brings a distinctly European mood to Hong Kong’s dining scene. Parisian bistro classics, Mediterranean seafood, Provençal rosé and a Levantine pop-up all make an appearance. Consider this your guide to the tables worth booking over the weeks ahead.
Black Series is back
Hong Kong’s most anticipated dining event is back. From 10–19 July, Black Sheep’s Black Series brings exclusive menus and one-off experiences to restaurants across the city. This year’s highlights include the Hong Kong debut of Los Angeles favourite Tacos 1986 at Super Macho, a 10-course anniversary chef’s counter menu at Michelin-starred BELON (HK$2,088), and excellent-value burger and cocktail pairings such as Le Bar at Jean-Pierre’s JP Burger with a Cornichon Martini (HK$388), The Polo Club’s Black Angus burger with a glass of Malbec (HK$268) and La Vache! Exchange Square Bar’s Burger Maison with a pint (HK$228). Reservations open on 3 July for dining from 10–19 July.
Reservations open 3 July, book online at blackseries.com.hk.
Don’t miss Tacos 1986’s Hong Kong pop-up
One of the highlights of this month’s Black Series sees Los Angeles cult favourite Tacos 1986 take over Taqueria Super Macho for three days only (15–17 July). Founders Jorge “Joy” Alvarez-Tostado and Victor Delgado will be serving their celebrated Tijuana-style tacos, with handmade corn tortillas topped with adobada pork carved from the trompo, flame-grilled carne asada, pollo asado and mushrooms, alongside house-made salsas and refreshing aguas frescas. Expect queues for this rare Hong Kong appearance, so booking ahead is recommended.
Taqueria Super Macho, 33–35 Bridges Street, SoHo, Central
Jean-Pierre marks its first anniversary
One of Hong Kong’s most atmospheric dining rooms turns one this month. Throughout July, Jean-Pierre will celebrate with Hommage aux Bistrots de Paris, a nine-course menu inspired by some of Chef John Troupis’ favourite Parisian institutions, from Brasserie Lipp to Le Bon Georges. Expect classic bistro dishes including pâté de campagne, oeuf mayonnaise, sea bass with vodka beurre blanc and chicken cordon bleu, alongside summer berry desserts and a celebratory Hemingway Champagne cocktail. There’s also a limited-edition collaboration with Messina, bringing together chocolate mousse, crème fraîche and Cointreau. The Hommage aux Bistrots de Paris menu is priced at HK$988 per person and throughout July.
Jean-Pierre, 23 Bridges Street, Central
Mila from Doha arrives at Rosewood Hong Kong
For just over three weeks this summer, Botanical Kitchen at Rosewood Hong Kong will welcome Mila, the Bib Gourmand-recognised Levantine restaurant from Rosewood Doha. Led by Chef Marc Mahfouz, the residency brings dishes from across the Eastern Mediterranean, including silky hummus, honey-drizzled cheese pastries, freshly baked pide, grilled chicken tawouk and slow-cooked lamb shank kibbeh. Served on the terrace alongside cocktails, it’s an easy way to spend a summer evening without leaving Hong Kong. 15 July–9 August 2026
Botanical Kitchen, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Wednesday–Sunday, 6pm–10.30pm.
Steak, spritzes and skyline views
If you’re looking for a reason to revisit Mondrian Hong Kong this month, Carna by Dario Cecchini has introduced a handful of seasonal dishes that are perfect for summer. Highlights include delicate tuna carpaccio with bergamot, Sicilian red prawn risotto and a refreshing raspberry semifreddo, alongside the restaurant’s acclaimed selection of premium steaks. Afterwards, head upstairs to Avoca, where three new seasonal cocktails – including a citrusy Mandarin Spritz and a nostalgic twist on Hong Kong’s classic Yik Lik Dor – are best enjoyed with panoramic harbour views.
Mondrian Hong Kong, 8A Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui
Salon Lanson’s golden hour
Happy hour has arrived at Salon Lanson, bringing a little extra polish to after-work drinks in Causeway Bay. Alongside buy-one-get-one-free wines, beers and cocktails priced from HK$90, head mixologist Manuel Saavedra has introduced a colourful new menu inspired by the flavours of Latin America, from a purple corn rum punch to a delicate clarified peach milk punch. Order a few gourmet bar bites, settle into one of the city’s smartest lounges and linger a little longer.
Happy Hour runs from Sunday to Thursday, 4pm–7pm at Salon Lanson, Lanson Place Causeway Bay.
The Mandarin Cake Shop pops up at LANDMARK Prince’s
The Mandarin Cake Shop has temporarily relocated to LANDMARK Prince’s, bringing its much-loved pastries, cakes and chocolates to a new Central address until September. Alongside signature favourites, June sees the arrival of a limited-edition Caramelised Banana Danish, layered with toasted walnuts and rich chocolate. While the hotel undergoes its summer recess, several of Mandarin Oriental’s acclaimed restaurants remain open, including Terrace Boulud, The Aubrey, Man Wah and The Chinnery, offering plenty of reasons to return to this Hong Kong institution throughout the season.
The Mandarin Cake Shop is open daily from 8am to 8pm, located on 2/F LANDMARK Prince’s, Shop 242-243.
A Mediterranean summer at Salon Des Refusés
At Salon Des Refusés, Chef Luca begins many mornings at Ap Lei Chau Fish Market, sourcing the day’s catch before returning to Sheung Wan to shape his seasonal menu. Flower Crab & Uni is served in the shell with sea urchin butter, Sicilian Langoustine Tartare is topped with Greek bottarga, while Big Eye Snapper is paired with Sicilian lemon oil, local kumquat and calamansi. Alongside these new dishes, the restaurant’s Blackboard Specials continue to evolve with the morning’s haul, with limited-availability plates such as wild-caught threadfin served with bouillabaisse, saffron potatoes and rouille. Finish with Mango Pavlova or dark Chocolate Ganache with extra virgin olive oil, Maldon sea salt and Espelette pepper.
Salon Des Refusés, 9 Bridges Street, Sheung Wan
Messina Pops Up at Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour
Hong Kong’s favourite gelato just found a new home for the summer. From 10 July, cult favourite Messina rolls its colourful cart into The Farmhouse Deli at Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, serving eight of its most-loved flavours, including Hong Kong exclusives Black Sesame Tong Yuen and Hong Kong Milk Tea, alongside classics such as Pistachio and Boysenberry. Perfect for cooling off after a stroll along the North Point waterfront. Scoops are priced from HK$70.
Available daily until 11 October, 11am–9pm.
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, 1 North Point Estate Lane, North Point
Rosé season begins
Few wines feel more synonymous with summer than a chilled glass of Provençal rosé. The new 2025 vintage of AIX Rosé has arrived in Hong Kong and is already appearing on wine lists at Regent Hong Kong, The Magistracy Dining Room, Babette, Prince and the Peacock, Optimist and Cococabana. Expect notes of white peach, citrus and wildflowers. Also arriving this season is BEAU VIVA, an alcohol-free sparkling rosé from Provence, while bottles of AIX Rosé are available to take home via Wine Not.
A European summer at Market Place
From air-flown Spanish flat peaches and handcrafted Italian pasta to Iberian pork, Champagne and pantry staples from across the continent, Market Place is bringing a taste of Europe to Hong Kong this summer. Running until 30 July, its Flavours of Europe promotion celebrates seasonal produce and artisan ingredients, alongside in-store tastings and limited-time offers. It’s a good excuse to stock the kitchen for a season of leisurely lunches and simple summer suppers.
Looking ahead: the MICHELIN Guide Singapore
One of the region’s most anticipated culinary dates returns on 4 August, when the MICHELIN Guide Singapore unveils its tenth edition at Raffles Sentosa Singapore. The milestone ceremony celebrates a decade of recognising the city’s remarkable dining scene while bringing together leading chefs from Singapore, Seoul and Bangkok for an evening of exceptional gastronomy. The Bib Gourmand selection, spotlighting outstanding value across hawker stalls and neighbourhood restaurants, will be revealed on 28 July.
