The Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 awards were announced on 25 March in Hong Kong. The city claimed the top two spots, with The Chairman at No. 1 and Wing at No. 2. The results reflect Hong Kong’s strength in both traditional and modern Chinese cuisine.
Six Hong Kong restaurants entered the top 50, with four more in the extended list. The numbers confirm the city’s strong presence in the regional dining scene.
Located in Central, The Chairman was founded by Danny Yip in 2009. The restaurant focuses on traditional Cantonese cuisine, with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and established cooking methods. Dishes include steamed seafood, slow-cooked broths, and claypot rice. The approach centers on clear flavors and precise execution.
The restaurant has received multiple recognitions, including returning to the No. 1 spot this year.
Also in Central, Wing opened in 2021 under chef Vicky Cheng. The restaurant presents modern Chinese cuisine, drawing from different regional traditions.
Cheng trained in North America and leads both Wing and VEA. His menu uses a tasting format, combining Chinese flavors with contemporary techniques.
Wing ranked No. 2, marking a rapid rise since opening.
Other Hong Kong restaurants in the top 50 include Neighborhood, Estro, Caprice, and Mono. Four more appeared in the extended list.
Hong Kong has 77 Michelin-starred restaurants. Other dining guides also continue to include several Hong Kong establishments.
Events around the awards included chef collaborations, tastings, and workshops such as dim sum and egg tart sessions. These activities highlighted the city’s food culture.