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 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.
What‘s Included
Professional local guide
Street Food Tasting
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Gratuities
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
207 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Authentic Taste of Hong Kong
bdamom89,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jasmine was a great tour guide. She was fun and informative. Her selection of experiences and varied foods were well thought out and felt very authentic. Venues included and were not limited to; street food, an historic tea shop, herbal tea shop, a cafe where locals eat and a noodle restaurant
Great into to Hong Kong
Alan B,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Summer is a fantastic entertaining guide who gave us a great intro to Hong Kong its food, history and some Cantonese phrases. Thoroughly recommend this tour
Hong Kong Food Tour
jamieredmac,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour with Stephen. A great tour guide, very friendly and he took us to amazing hidden gems in Hong Kong. Great value for money.
Great couple of hours for foodies
jonathp,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was Wing Man. We had a fab time around various streets eating a range of Hong Kong foods, including various dim sum, goose, pork, won ton, Chinese teas & waffles. Met some nice people from around the world and a good couple of hours. Would definitely recommend to friends.
Terrific Hong Kong food experience.
SHARON F,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jasmine was a treat. She was vivacious and very clear to understand. The tour stops were varied in type and I feel like I got a terrific Hong Kong food and cultural experience.
A Must-Do Tour for Food Lovers!
Nishlank J,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was an amazing experience! Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help. They took us to many interesting spots and introduced us to some great local food joints where we got to try a variety of delicious local dishes, snacks, and tea. It was a fantastic way to experience the culture and flavors of the area — highly recommended!
Fabulous HK food walking tour!!
Justin T,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fabulous food tour. Alice was amazing, thanks Alice!!!! I highly recommend this tour, so much local food as well as varieties of traditional local teas. I’m so full!!!!
Andy provides a delightful taste of Hong Kong Dim Sum
James S,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide is well versed in the history and culture of Hong Kong. His keen perspective shines through in the foods we ate, stories he told and knowledge he shared with us. Andy is a great tour guide. I highly recommend him
A wonderful tour through Local Hong Kong food
James S,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Tour Guide was Andy. My wife and I joined him for a food tour of Hong Kong Dim Sum. Andy is very knowledgeable about the food and culture in Hong Kong. We highly recommend him. It was a great experience
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.
From HK$400.00
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