If you’re in Hong Kong and you haven’t tried roasted goose yet, are you even living? Our recent gastronomic adventure took us to Fu Wah Café in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, and let me tell you – it was an oily, smoky, crispy carnival for the tastebuds. But that’s not all. We also dabbled in their eel fried rice and got our souls soothed by their homely tomato macaroni. Spoiler alert: This isn’t your average cha chaan teng experience.
Strap in, loosen your belt, and get ready for a cheeky bite-by-bite review of one of Hong Kong’s tastiest café joints.
The Vibes: Cozy, Classic, and a Hint of Uncle Hospitality
You know the typical Hong Kong café vibe — brisk service, no time for small talk, and waitstaff who probably think you should know your order before you even sit down. Fu Wah Café mostly follows this script. But here’s the twist: an older gentleman (possibly the manager or boss) noticed we were tourists and decided to flip on the charm. Uncle Hospitality is a rare gem in Hong Kong, so we savoured that as much as the goose.
The café itself has a cozy, old-school vibe — nothing too flashy, but just right for a spot that focuses on the food, not the frills.
1. The Roasted Goose: Fatty, Smoky, and Oily (In a Good Way, Of Course!)
If you came here just for this, you’d be making the right decision. For HKD280 for half a goose (or HKD520 for the whole beast), you get a plate of golden glory that demands a moment of silence before diving in.
The skin? A little soggy, but don’t cancel your flight just yet. It still had that light crisp, and the smokiness of the meat more than made up for it. Speaking of the meat — tender, juicy, and rich with that unmistakable roasted depth of flavour. Yes, it’s fatty. But if you order roasted goose and expect it to be “lean,” then you need a serious chat with your tastebuds.
The only downside? It’s HKD280, and that’s not exactly “budget eats” compared to similar offerings back in Singapore. But this isn’t a “similar offering.” It’s better.
TL;DR: Skip lunch, maybe skip dinner, but definitely don’t skip this goose.
2. Eel Fried Rice: Wok Hey Wonderland
We didn’t plan to fall in love with the eel fried rice, but life has a way of surprising you. For HKD72, we got a plate of fried rice that could give Gordon Ramsay’s “where’s the flavour?!” meme a reason to retire. Wok hey was in the house, and it made its presence known.
The rice was a bit on the softer side but still managed to avoid that clumpy, sad, broken rice texture. The eel bits, however, were tiny. Like, blink-and-you’ll-miss-them tiny. But somehow, they managed to pack enough flavour to make it count. MSG? Almost certainly, but hey, no judgement here. Sometimes you want the magic powder in your rice.
TL;DR: Would we order this again? 100%. More eel chunks next time, please.
3. Tomato Macaroni: A Hug in a Bowl
Hong Kong cafés are famous for their no-fuss, comfort-food-style macaroni soup. At Fu Wah Café, they’ve gone a step further with a rich, tomato and potato borscht-style broth. HKD55 gets you a warm, thick, creamy (yes, creamy!) bowl of soul-soothing goodness. Add some luncheon meat for the ultimate nostalgia hit.
The tomato flavour here was bold and fresh — like someone actually used real tomatoes (gasp) instead of a tin of generic tomato paste. It had a home-cooked feel, and somehow, it made us feel like we were back at grandma’s house (except grandma doesn’t charge you HKD55).
TL;DR: Rainy day? Hangover? Feeling emotionally fragile? This tomato macaroni will fix you.
The Verdict: Is It Worth the Trip?
If you’re in Hong Kong and wondering where to go for roasted goose, eel fried rice, or a comforting bowl of tomato macaroni, then Fu Wah Café should be on your list. Sure, it’s a bit pricier than what you’d pay back home, but you’re not just paying for food — you’re paying for the experience of authentic Hong Kong flavours.
Our must-try? The roasted goose. Hands down. But if your stomach has room, don’t skip the fried rice or that sweet, tomatoey bowl of macaroni. You’ll thank us later.
Fu Wah Cafe 富華冰室 (港晶中心) Opening Hours and Location
5:30 am – 11 pm Daily
Address: Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Granville Rd, 100號地下59-66號舖, Harbour Crystal Centre
