Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
No dietary accommodations. Focus: authentic local experiences.
1. Historic Chinese Quarter
Sheung Wan: Historic heart where Hong Kong began. Walk dried seafood hubs like Wing Lok Street (shark fin, bird’s nest trade). Learn how these alleys shipped laborers globally, fueling the city’s rise from 19th-century opium hub to financial center.
2. Authentic Local Eats
Where locals truly eat:
• Cha Chaan Tengs: "Silk-stocking" milk tea & French toast
• Noodle masters: Shrimp wontons in flounder broth
• Dim Sum spots: Bamboo-steamed har gow’s evolution
• Herbal tea stalls: "24 Flavors" at 1950s social hubs
3. Taste History Directly
At 7-8 stops:
✓ Eat 10+ dishes: BBQ pork, egg tarts, egg waffles
✓ See imperial ingredients: HKD$200K/catty cordyceps
✓ Debunk myths: "Silk-stocking tea" secrets
✓ Connect food-history: How scarcity birthed Cha Chaan Teng
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not suitable for vegetarian
Halal food will not be provided
A moderate amount of walking is involved
This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
Street Food Tasting
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
What To Expect
Savor har gow dumplings steamed in bamboo baskets—discover how imperial-era dim sum evolved from Silk Road fuel to today's bustling MTR snack culture.
Explore Hong Kong’s dried seafood market and discover prized delicacies like shark fin, bird’s nest and cordyceps. Learn why these treasures became symbols of prosperity and Cantonese culinary tradition.
Options
Full Day Hong Kong Island
Peak Tram Included
Duration: 5 hours
Food Tour Lunch included
Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more
Reviews
198 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing amount of food on this tour.
Natalie K,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed the variety and amount of food we tried on this tour. Hour guide Wind was lovely and she made sure everyone had plenty and any special dietary needs were met. We learnt about history and culture of the food and restaurants/markets/tea shops and more. Highly recommend.
Really excellent tour.
Voyage68569136555,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fab tour, great food and a really knowledgeable guide. Well worth booking to have lots of great food and see the sights and see the real HK.
We realy recomend this tour.
DayTrip22799297820,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a wonderful start to our holidays in Hong Kong. Stephen was a good guide and the food was delicious. Thank you for this experience!
Great experience
76beaus,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour topped all of my expectations! Great group with an amazing tourguide and a LOT of food to try. Thanks for this experience!
Fabulous introduction to Hong Kong food
traceymohair,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such a great way to see places you would never find yourself. We are lots of delicious food and we’re very full by the end so I recommend making sure you are hungry before you start the tour. Wind was a really informative guide and always made sure everyone in the group was happy.
So much food! Amazing value.
Natalie K,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic food tour snd amazing value for money. So many different food and drinks to try as well as history and culture. Wind our guide was excellent and made sure everyone was happy and had plenty to eat. Highly recommended.
Stephen is a great guide!
957daniellel,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 3 Hour food tour showed us so much of the food Hong Kong has to offer! Stephen was knowledgeable and great at engaging the group. Thank you Stephen!
Great experience
634fredericaj,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really great experience with Stephen. We tried so many different food and styles, also drinks and sweets. Great tour guide, very knowledgeable about the culture and city, and very friendly.
Great food tour in Hong Kong
K2488ZSrichardw,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with super range of local foods. Stephen was a great host, very knowledgable and fun. Definitely recommend!
Amazing foodies tour
Simone S,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was fabulous. She spoke very good enough and was very accommodating for all who attended. I enjoyed all of the food.
From HK$400.00
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