Pici — Restaurant in Hong Kong Island

Surprisingly, this is my first visit to a Pici and it certainly won’t be the last. Perhaps it was my mistake of choosing a newly opened (ish) store but the service here definitely needs improvement. For example, I got four different servers ask if I wanted my plate cleared and having to say no to everyone. Secondly, the manager does not seem to updated about their app which bothered me as he first gave hope that I can book Pici on the app.

We came at 2 pm on a Sunday and the whole semi-outdoor seats were available so we sat there as there was good weather.

Food-wise, everything was great. The two of us ordered off their a la carte menu as they don’t have a lunch set during weekends, only a Sunday brunch which we felt to be too much (both food and money wise). We got one starter and two pastas to share.

We are given a bag of sliced bread (I wanna say baguette but the crumb reminds me of a dense sourdough haha) with olive oil and balsamic to dip. The bread arrived cold and had to ask for it to be reheated only to have the centre cold on the second time. Fortunately, our second (third) bag of bread arrived hot and crusty. Their oil and vinegar is pretty underwhelming as I only get (tasteless) oil when I try to dip it in the mixture.

The burrata is nice and you can taste the cream and richness which many other restaurants’ lack. They also remembered to season it and oil it which is very important in letting the actual taste come out. Paired with some rocket and (unfortunately mushy) tomatoes for a nice little bite. Elevate the bite with their complimentary bread for the perfect bite.

After a solid 5 minutes, our pastas came one at a time. Starting with the Pici Cacio e Pepe; the sauce is very indulgent and rich but also spicy and sharp from the black peppercorns. If they did it traditionally, it would have only been pecorino and black pepper emulsified into the pasta water. I’m not sure about the one here as it got congealed and gooey very fast but at least it tastes really good and u mopped up the congealed sauce with their bread. Noodle-wise, it’s certainly different than regular pasta and resembles Chinese wheat noodles since it’s made from regular flour and no eggs. Thus, it got doughy rather quick but I liked it.

The second pasta we got was their Chitarra Elle Vongole which was a delight after the rather heavy and rich Pici. The Chitarra is perfectly Al dente; tender and chewy and holds onto the garlic butter sauce extremely well due to its thin diameter. The Manila clams are cooked and seasoned very well with a few smaller clam meats in the center too. Loved eating them with the pasta for the texture contrast, alongside the crisp Panko bread crumbs. Don’t forget to mop up remaining garlic butter sauce with bread!

Portion-wise was great to share for two. I guess one pasta per person is the way to go but I definitely recommend sharing if you can as they can get boring/heavy...

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𝐁𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐮 $𝟐𝟓𝟖

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 ᰍᩚ 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘯 +$10 Being a big fans of Parma ham, it has always been my must have items for brunch✨ With using parma ham 18 months, it had a soft and delicate texture and paired well with cantalupe🍈

ᰍᩚ 𝘍𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘊𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘪 Crispy and fresh fried calamari went well with chilli garlic mayo🦑 The lemon juice just balanced out the fattiness of the dishes🫶🏻

ᰍᩚ 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘴 (2 𝘱𝘤𝘴) How could you resist this beautiful homemade meatballs with filling in a cheesy surprise😍 The rich, meaty and sweet flavour was simply addicting😋

𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚 ᰍᩚ 𝘛𝘢𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘣𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘢 Tagliatelle was paired with the carbonara sauce made with egg yolk and parmesan, the flavour was rich and cheesy🍝 Crispy Guanciale and black pepper just elevated the whole taste😚

ᰍᩚ 𝘗𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘦𝘧 𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘦𝘬 My favourite dish turned out to be the pappardelle beef cheek🤩, really love how chewy the pappardelle was and understanding why majority of people would prefer it💓 Beef cheek ragu slow cooked for 8 hours was super duper soft and tender🥩, with a hint of sweetness from the onion, celery and carrot🤤

𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 ᰍᩚ 𝘛𝘪𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘶 The highlight of the day was the tiramisu here🤎 You got the eggy, rich and appetising taste from the tiramisu, always a best answer for the dessert🥰

ᰍᩚ 𝘗𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘢 𝘊𝘰𝘵𝘵𝘢 Panda Cotta was topped with sour berries jam🫐, such a nice ending to our feast🥳

𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫 ᰍᩚ 𝘐𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 +$65 If you would like to have something fresh and light, Italian Passion made with soda, lemon, basil and passionfruit would be the best choice🍹

ᰍᩚ 𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘭 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘺 𝘈𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘢 $65 The refreshing earl grey aranciata made with sparkling drink is available from now through August🧡 Let’s beat the heat with this newly launched cooler🧊 評分: 8.5/10🌟 ———————————————————————————— Pici (鰂魚涌) 鰂魚涌英皇道979號太古坊林肯大廈地舖

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at Pici Tai Koo Place, and I can confidently say it deserves every one of its five stars. The experience was delightful from start to finish, thanks to the exceptional food, welcoming people, and inviting environment.

Food We began our meal with the Burrata Cheese and Tuna Tartare as appetizers. The burrata was creamy and rich, perfectly paired with fresh ingredients that highlighted its flavor. The tuna tartare was equally impressive—fresh and expertly seasoned, it was a refreshing start to our meal.

For the main course, we opted for the Lasagna Classica and the Chitarra Prawn. Both dishes featured fresh handmade pasta that truly elevated the meal. The lasagna was comforting and packed with flavor, while the chitarra prawn showcased a delightful combination of textures and tastes that left us wanting more.

Desserts To finish off our meal, we indulged in Pina Colada Sorbet and Oreo Ice Cream. The sorbet was refreshing and packed with tropical flavor, providing a perfect palate cleanser. The Oreo ice cream was creamy and delicious, rounding off our dining experience beautifully.

Atmosphere and Service The environment at Pici Tai Koo Place is cozy and inviting, making it an ideal spot for a relaxing meal. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring that our dining experience was seamless.

Overall, Pici Tai Koo Place is a gem that I highly recommend. Whether you’re looking for an impressive dinner or a casual outing, this restaurant will...