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Aqua’s panoramic vista from the top of a Kowloon skyscraper is integral to its glass interior design, and a carefully calibrated lighting system ensures that attention is directed through the glass panels to the outside. By way of a bonus, it benefits from regular pyrotechnic displays over the harbour. There are two menus: Japanese (Aqua Tokyo) and Italian (Aqua Roma).
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A perennial favourite with a unique ambience that was much loved by ‘Fat Pang’, as former British governor Chris Patten was known locally. The current clientele is a mixture of romantics and businessmen who enjoy its quiet intimacy. Check out the Michelangelo-inspired artwork and cello-backed dining chairs that lend an air of peeling decadence. The satisfying modern Australian menu overflows with French, Asian and Middle Eastern influences. The waiting staff are well disciplined yet relaxed and communicative. Don’t miss the suckling pig.
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Despite its designer-label boutiques and towering structures, this part of Central can seem lacking in the evenings. Mezz (on the mezzanine floor) is packed with office workers and managers at lunchtime, but offers a relaxed environment in the evenings. The fresh, light, modern Australian-inspired food is created for fast-moving executives, delivering generously on flavour but holding back on the calories. Friendly young staff in trendy uniforms deliver anything from lemon risotto with Parmesan to lobster linguine.
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This seafood emporium offers wide-angle views across the harbour and serves an ever-changing collection of jet-fresh oysters. An international menu of fish and seafood favourites makes an attractive alternative. The wine list is well chosen to accompany the marine menu and the welltrained staff know their Kuamamotos from their Sydney Rocks.
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This historic stand-alone building in its own grounds on Victoria Peak is like an alpine hunting lodge transported to the tropics. It can seem incongruous, but the bustling atmosphere and high demand for seats both inside and out sets it apart. The landscaped garden offers great views over the south side of Hong Kong Island and makes for an unusual alfresco dining room. Lively and colourful, with a very international menu featuring a mixture of ingredients and cooking techniques from around the world, it’s a good venue for Sunday brunch. Book ahead.
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