Mak Man Kee Noodle Shop
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This shop has gotten the Michelin Bib Gourmand accolade over several years now, and there has been quite a bit of confusion over noodle shops which are Mak Kee or Mak X Kee all over Hong Kong. Note that there is only 1 shop and this is the only original one with Michelin. Was quite shocked when I was walking towards the shop and I noticed a super long queue. I thought it was the queue for the noodles but fortunately it was for the other famous shop next door. When I was there the shop was full and there were 2 groups queuing in front of me and 3 others behind me during lunchtime. It was my turn and the lady staff asked me if I wanted to enter, I told her that I was waiting for a friend so she asked the group behind me to enter. So they actually wait for everyone in the group to arrive before they get you seated. Quite a friendly restaurant they do have the menu in Chinese, English and Japanese. I wanted to order the Shrimp Egg noodles and I wanted to add the prawn wantons however they were quite inflexible and told me that would probably be quite expensive like just ordering 2 plates of noodles. She ended up suggesting me and my friend to order 1 each and share. The noodles were springy and nice but they dry up very quickly so dont take too much time taking photos and try to add soup to the noodles bit by bit along the way. The shrimp egg noodles were good but I loved the tiger prawns wanton more! I was really surprised there was no other ingredients in the wanton other than 2 fat prawns. Oh mine, it was so juicy and plump and so fresh I loved it so much. Giving the definition of wanton eaten in other countries is usually minced meat and the ones with prawns are usually called dumplings and you don't even get a full prawn most of the time, here the portion is so generous that I can't get enough of it had to order another bowl of tiger prawn wantons in soup. I guess this is the most popular option here following that I do see quite a lot of people ordering the the pig knuckles one. Highly recommended!
Matthew LeeMatthew Lee
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Being on the Michelin Guide in 2017 and with over 60 years of history, 𝗠𝗮𝗸 𝗠𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽 has gotten a name for its juicy and flavourful tiger prawn wontons and its firm and springy noodles. There is nothing fancy to be found here; but a place with homely comfort food with a strong execution, all cooked by the owner-chef Lesley Mak from his little kitchen corner. Going from a street stall to a shop, the establishment still sticks to handmade noodles made with flour and duck egg to give a smoother texture, and cooked al dente with no alkaline taste. On appearance the portion size may not seem much for its price, but the 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗶𝗴’𝘀 𝗞𝗻𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲𝘀 shines with its generous portion of braised meat, tender to the bite and rich with collagen. The egg noodles could do with a little more gravy or condiments as it at times got too dry, but its springy texture hits the nail right on the head. Down to the side of vegetable, offered in several types, in this case the 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗯𝗯𝗮𝗴𝗲, tossed in oyster sauce, tasted fresh and cooked just right to complement the main noodle dish. Highly recommended to order together, as the HK-style noodles might get a little too starchy midway through. Like many restaurants in this tourist-centric region of Hong Kong, the seating area is small and intimate, but what shines is the touch of service by its staff. But it is comforting to see simple, Chinese local dishes with a slice of nostalgia.
caleb laucaleb lau
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60 years and counting. This old-school wonton noodle shop keeps its roots with their pure shrimp wonton that used tiger shrimp. The owner is the only chef and cooks every single dish from his little corner. I got here at 11:55am and was lucky to get a seat as 12 is when the queue start forming. I ordered their wonton noodles with chinese broccoli (gai lan) and flowering chives. Both took longer than expected (10 minutes) but at least freshness is guaranteed. The wonton noodles are springy without much taste themselves so it tastes best after a long soak in the broth. Broth is insanely rich and flavorful whilst still clear and doesn’t make you thirsty afterwards. Wontons themselves were definitely the best. Silky smooth wrappers with generous filling including very plump pieces of tiger prawns in each. This noodle bowl came with 4 pieces and ordering plain wontons comes with 8 pieces for $50. Also got some gai lan and chive flowers. Both very fresh. Gai lan has the thickest stems and softest leaves. Chive flowers are sweet and tender yet crunchy. Both great but quite expensive for the portion. Overall, great local HK food that attracts many tourists and locals alike. But there is fast turnover so queue does move fast. The only downside is the price which is quite high for such simple, local dishes.
YY
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The best wonton noodles ever. I didn’t give point for the atmosphere and the service cannot be the focal point here. The service is like any other place of this type. They are fast and efficient but don’t expect politeness or anything as such. Atmosphere is again, you don’t go there for the atmosphere. It a noodle place, clean but small and because of the long queue, do expect to have table mates if you have less than 4 ppl in your group. So, with all that said, having a kind queues (but fast turn over), shows that the food must be really good. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying the service was rude, but it is normal for these kind of places, especially in Hong Kong. We went there a few times, everytime we would have the wonton soup noodles, which I think is the best. The beef brisket, dry noodle and a plate of vegetable. Always satisfying, and we won’t be able to have any other wonton noodle for awhile because the comparison would put us off.
Monk MonkMonk Monk
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For Thais who reading this บะหมี่ชายสี่หรือร้านไหนก็ได้ตามหน้าปากซอย is so much better. But if you wanna try something different (just different but not delicious😊) then go and try. The noodles are tasteless, oily, and a bit bitter. However the pork is amazingly delicious, pretty sweet but juicy (not like หมูแดง in Thailand that is mostly dry and rough). Soup smells like bitter vegetables and nothing else. The portion of shrimp dumplings look small but it can make you full. The shrimp inside tastes very common when compared to my home country's restaurants but not bad. Still wonder why they keep getting Michelin recommendation badges. PS. The service is good I give 5 stars. Staff smiled all the time and talked nicely. The atmosphere is bad because we have to share tables with strangers. (I know this is common in HK but not in my home country tho🥹) if you are unfortunate, you probably sit with sick old man who coughs and sneezes all the time like I did.
Water MelonWater Melon
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Michelin star won ton noodle shop. Uncompromising good food! Chef is right in the front doling his thing. So while you wait in the inevitable queue outside the place, you can watch the chef at work. Small restaurant, but tables turn fast, so you don't wait too long for your turn. Just make sure you don't take too long to make up your mind on what to order! Won ton super fresh and bouncy. Nice portions of prawn, which is thankfully not over cooked! Beef brisket and tendons also yummy. Noodles stringy and Al dente! Broth also decent. Sui gouw is ok though. This place is pumping at all times of the day. Even at 10pm, place full of patrons, with a queue outside. You won't be disappointed!
Jason JackJason Jack
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G/F, 51號 Parkes St, Jordan, Hong Kong
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+852 2736 5561
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mmk.hk
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attractions: Harbour City, Temple Street Night Market, Elements, K11 ARTMALL, Hong Kong Museum of History, iSQUARE, The ONE, Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, Mira Place, Eaton HK, restaurants: Pakeeza Food Restaurant, Kai Kai Dessert, Australia Dairy Company, Ichiran Tsim Sha Tsui Branch, Hing Kee Restaurant, Dim Dim Sum Jordan, Lan Fong Yuen Tsim Sha Tsui Branch, Din Tai Fung (Tsim Sha Tsui), Yat Tung Heen - Eaton HK, Cheung Hing Kee Shanghai Pan Fried Buns

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