睿居酒屋 (大坑)

大坑不是我經常到訪的地方，但經營著不少高質素的食店。這間居酒屋剛開張不久，但已聽聞相當多的好評，決定一試。

晚上七時三十分準時到達，店內已幾乎滿座。幸好一早訂了枱，否則必定撲空而回。店子空間不大，但卻沒焗促的感覺。最印象深刻是大門玄關的設計；而店內的裝飾及佈置都讓食客感到如置身日本用餐，看得出店主花了很多心思在其中。

店主推薦的食物在點菜後不久便陸續呈上。前菜枝豆很新鮮。牛油果醬拖羅刺身算是fusion菜式吧，平常只吃慣自己預備的牛油果醬，幸好這道菜沒有令我失望，十分合我口味而且跟拖羅配搭得非常無篷。雞泡魚乾和燒魷魚筒略嫌鹹了一點，可能比較適合佐酒。燒銀鱈魚也美味，但此店最為出色的非串燒莫屬。燒牛肋及雞翼做得十分入味，而此店獨家的菜色-煙肉露荀大蝦串燒-是我最喜歡的一道。壽司拼盤也不錯。據說師傅是曾在某大酒店的主廚，功夫可見一斑；而且山葵是正宗地被師傅事先塗在魚生片下，食材又新鮮，不難做出鮮美的食物。最後送上生果拼盤而完成美妙的一餐。

下次必會再訪！

Bistro Du Vin (西環)

I was surprised to find that the lunch set was still available on saturday after the Kennedy Town MTR station started functioning. And the price was still kept at the same - $128 for 2 course and $138 for 3 course meal. The beef salad was average with no complaints. The miso glazed salmon with caramelized turnip and pickled chayote (on potato mash) was super delicious! The salmon steak was thick and juicy without excessive oil. The miso glaze was the highlight.  It was prepared even better than some Japanese resturants. When it came to dessert, I couldn't believe an extra $10 dessert could be so decent and satisfying. The banana crumble came jn a medium sized bowl with generous amount of crumble, baked banana and a scoop of chocolate ice cream on top.

There are too many over-priced places around Kennedy town and Sai ying pun. For $140 in the weekend, it is almost impossible for you to get such high CP ratio meal sets in other similar shops. I highly appreciate this resturant in maintaining their standard and at the same time keeping the prices reasonable.

Mano Cafe (中環)

This cafe is operated by the group running corner kitchen cafe in Sheung Wan. It is even better because it opens earlier and opens everyday! With value set lunches and excellent breakfast and brunch options. Healthy and delicious like the various creative salads and vegetarian dishes. Of course more meaty options are available too eg the juicy beef burger and sweet potato fries (my favourite)!
The service is good with friendly staff. Water is either refilled quickly by staff or you can get a bottle of water by yourself. It will definitely be my canteen in Central!juicy beef burger with fries: almost the best burger in town! The beef patty is well done being chewy, fresh and very thick! The bun is soft and rich in wheat flavour. Their fries are hand cut and taste good too!Brownie cake included in lunch set: very moist and rich in cocoa flavour! cant imagine this good quality dessert is complimentary in a lunch setChicken meatloaf: the patty was a bit of dry but the taste was alright when topped with tomato salsaSurprisingly good corn soup and smoked bacon. I used to hate bacon but i finished it ! So crispy and tasty!The environment is spacious.Prawn salad with coconut lime dressing: this is Very creative and indeed very tasty and healthy!

Little Burro (上環)

Hot summer calls for refreshing excitements, and Mexican food is always one of those. This branch of Little Burro is located in Sheung Wan with plenty of indoor seats. The inner design is simple and spacious. Just one minor drawback - there were quite a lot of food debris and few small flying insects inside the shop when I arrived close to noon time...maybe related to a late night party? Anyway, I successfully picked a relatively cleaner seat. You first choose the base type: burrito, rice bowl, salada or taco. Then choose the filling: pork, beef, chicken or vegetarian (black beans + guacamole ...yay!). For burrito or rice bowl, choose the rice type: lime rice or brown rice. Finally decide on spicy level. I ordered a burrito for $75. I love the fact that you can request for whole wheat wrap or spinach wrap rather than plain flour type, which is exclusive in Little Burro. I decided for vegetarian as I was craving for guacamole and it costs extra $25 for non-vegetarian fillings. I also decided for medium level of spiciness. Waited for less than 10min, the wrap was served inside foil held by a basket, being huge, hot and colourful. There were loads of fresh greens, corn, black beans with sour cream, guacamole and cheese in it. I on top added some spicy sauce as the taste of the lime rice was a bit bland. Otherwise the wrap itself was excellent. I could finish it and felt very satisfied. Guilt free!

永健坊餐廳 (上環)

This cafe is spacious and home-like. Their food is really fresh and tasty yet priced reasonably and never disappoints me. Came for a late weekend brunch with my friend and we ordered the avocado egg toast ($98) and roasted organic chicken with 2 salads ($138), which I chose broccoli and romaine. The portion was large, presentation was attractive and they tasted really delicious with the fresh ingredients. What brought me extra delight was the pomegranate seeds that came with the romaine salad. Nothing to complain about the food. The service was really good too. We felt laid back here and felt no pressure from the staff. We really like this place, which is not only good for the elderly, but also good for people searching for authentic organic healthy food. Vegetarian options are also  numerous. Highly recommended.