Itโs always carb-o-clock somewhere, and when itโs time to indulge, youโve got to do it right. Skip the 7-Eleven sausage roll (no matter how good it tastes at 3 am) and make your way to one of the 852โs many carb-tacular bakeries instead! From freshly baked sourdough and oh-so-soft pineapple buns to unbelievably flaky croissants, these top spots in Hong Kong have you covered โ bread-y or not, here we crumb!
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Pineapple Bakery โ A HK Classic Done Right
We recently swung by this newcomer for a taste test (check out our reel!) and can confirm: every pineapple-bun lover needs to make the pilgrimage to Pineapple Bakery. The headline act is its sourdough brioche pineapple bun, baked with fresh local eggs and French AOP butter, then crowned with a vanillaโlemon crumble. Prefer a lighter bite? Order the nitro HK-style milk tea โ it arrives topped with a bite-sized mini pineapple bun as an irresistible garnish.
Pineapple Bakery, Shop 2, 87 Wing Lok Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, Instagram: @pineapplebakeryhk
Bakehouse โ Bakes That Broke The Internet
Once a cult-favourite neighbourhood bakery that drew long queues in Wan Chai, Grรฉgoire Michaudโs Bakehouse now boasts seven โ and counting โ locations across the city, thanks in no small part to its famously flaky Sourdough Egg Tarts. Whether you lean sweet or savoury, you can hardly go wrong: Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, Ham & Cheese Croissants, Country Sourdough Loaves, Chicken Curry Pies, and plenty more temptations await.
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Bakehouse, various locations across Hong Kong, bakehouse.hk
Levain Bakery โ 100% Levain Loaves
A local fave, Levain Bakery specialises in European-style artisan breads โ and is one of the few spots in Hong Kong that uses 100 % levain for its sourdough. Alongside its crusty-yet-moist loaves (vegan options included!), Levainโs 70% butter croissants fly off the shelves year-round, while its panettone becomes a prized treat come the winter holidays.
Levain Bakery, various locations across Hong Kong, levain-bakery.com
Tai Cheong Bakery โ Local Treats Since 1954
A traditional Cantonese bakery winning over locals and visitors since 1954, Tai Cheong Bakery now boasts branches all across the city โ yet crowds still flock for its classic, buttery shortcrust egg tarts. While youโre there, donโt miss the other nostalgic treats, too โ think sugary Chinese doughnuts, coconut tarts, and more bite-sized delights.
Tai Cheong Bakery, various locations across Hong Kong, taoheung.com.hk
Plumcot โ Michelin-Trained Husband-And-Wife Mastery
Run by a husband-and-wife duo who honed their craft in Michelin-starred kitchens in Paris, Plumcot turns out some of Hong Kongโs finest French baked goods โ from buttery viennoiseries to elegant pรขtisseries and beyond. For an extra dose of decadence, the shop even churns its own artisanal ice creams on site, with flavours spanning Valrhona 80 % dark chocolate to boldly savoury blue cheese.
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Plumcot, 10A Sun Chun Street, Tai Hang, Hong Kong, 2573 6293, plumcot.co
Hashtag B โ Health-Conscious Canto Classics
With every ding of its ovens, Hashtag B reimagines Hong Kong-style baking, turning out classic Canto treats with a twist โ and a healthier edge thanks to less salt and sugar. From pistachio tarts to bushman breads, the menu pulls in flavours and ideas from around the globe. The runaway hit? Bite-size Napoleon tarts in a rainbow of varieties โ so petite youโve got the perfect excuse to take home an entire box.
Hashtag B, various locations across Hong Kong, hashtag-b.com
Proof โ Daily Delicious Surprises
Putting the โhappyโ in Happy Valley, Proof keeps regulars guessing with a daily-changing line-up of treats, chalked up on the board out front. Free from preservatives, artificial ingredients, additives, and stabilisers, each bake lets its flavour do the talking โ drawing carb-lovers to this charming neighbourhood for lingering chats over cinnamon rolls, sourdough loaves, croissants, and more.
Proof, 14 Tsun Yuen Street, Happy Valley, Hong Kong, 6542 9788, proofhk.com
The Baker & The Bottleman โ All-Natural English Breads
From the team behind the Michelin-starred Roganic, The Baker & The Bottleman relies on all-natural ingredients across its lineup of English breads, cakes, pastries, scones, and more โ each bearing the Bakerโs distinct twist. By day, beyond its array of British bakes and snacks, the shop also turns out standout sandwiches โ donโt miss the grilled ham-and-cheese. Come nightfall, the Bottleman steps in as the space shifts into a wine bar, pouring bottles alongside a delicious, ingredient-driven ร la carte menu.
The Baker & The Bottleman, Shop G14-G15, Lee Tung Avenue, 200 Queenโs Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, Whatsapp: 2386 8933, thebakerandthebottleman.hk
Miam Bakery โ Strong Contender In The Bagel Wars
Consistently turning out a hefty spread of sweet treats and rustic loaves, this cosy neighbourhood bakery has won a legion of regulars โ thanks largely to its wonderfully chewy bagels, which rotate weekly in flavours that range from cinnamon crunch to kimchi-cream cheese. And itโs no one-hit wonder: Miam Bakeryโs cinnamon buns and kouign-amann are also highly recommended, as are the doggie cookies for the furrier clientele.
Pssst:ย Release times for all products are posted daily on Miam Bakeryโs Instagramย โ eat fresh!
Miam Bakery, 73 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, Whatsapp: 5592 5507, miambakeryhk.store
Mayse Artisan Bakery โ Hearty, Healthy, & Latvian
Founded by a native Latvian, Mayse Artisan Bakery champions wholesome, top-quality ingredients in its Latvian and Northern European sourdoughs. While the signature Pure Rye Sourdough is the star, bread-lovers still trek to Tai Mei Tuk for vegan pizzas, Olive Sourdough Ciabatta, sweet breads, and more.
Mayse Artisan Bakery, G/F, 64 Sam Wo Road, Tai Mei Tuk, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong, Whatsapp: 9849 8271, Instagram: @mayseartisanbakery
Pane e Latte โ Artisanal Italian Pastries
An artisanal Italian panetteria and gelateria by the sleepy seaside in Stanley, Pane e Latte boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, blush-pink columns, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Italian pastries. The Croissant Bomboloni โ its own ingenious creation โ is a must-try, along with the signature Focaccia Pugliese and a swirl of creamy soft-serve gelato.
Pane e Latte, 25 Stanley Market Road, Stanley, Hong Kong, 2337 7221, paneelatte.hk
Soft Thunder Bakery โ Next-Level Egg Tarts
A thrillingly innovative bakery that has tapped into Hong Kong pastry-loversโ taste buds, Soft Thunder Bakery keeps things fresh with a mix of beloved classics and buzz-worthy exclusives. Past inventions like Unicorn Puffs and the Kennedy Town-only Flat Croissant are stand-outs, but be sure to snag a few extras โ especially a box of levelled-up egg tarts in flavours such as mocha, coffee-mochi, and beyond.
Soft Thunder Bakery (Wan Chai), G/F, Shop B,ย 31 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
Soft Thunder Bakery (Kennedy Town), G/F, Shop A, 29 North Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, Instagram: @soft.thunder.bakery
Vission Bakery โ Decadence From Global Recipes
Part of a trio of sister shops, each dedicated to its own brand of deliciousness, Vission Bakery pulls Centralโs longest queues with a bounty of croissants, cakes, doughnuts, and more. Drawing on French, Australian, Scandinavian, and other global recipes, Vission serves up treats to satisfy both sweet and savoury cravings alike.
Vission Bakery, LG/F, 7 Staunton Street, Central, Hong Kong, 5545 6787, vissionbakery.com
TruffleBakery โ Japanese Favourite Lands In HK
Landing in the 852 amid much fanfare, TruffleBakery has been delighting customers with its signature White Truffle Salt Bread โ the very treat that first made it a sensation in Japan. Its Hong Kong outpost also offers city-exclusive bakes, including a Chocolate Truffle Salt Bread and an Osmanthus Oolong & Fig Sourdough.
TruffleBakery, G/F, The Hedon, 11 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, Whatsapp: 6922 3058, truffle-bakery.hk
LMO Freshly Baked โ From A Three-Michelin-Starred Mind
Presented by The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, with baked goods crafted by Chef Richard Ekkebus of the three-Michelin-starred Amber, LMO Freshly Baked is full of sweet and savoury delights. Alongside its impressive pastry lineup โ which includes a vegan croissant, mille-feuilles, and madeleines โ LMO also offers a hearty selection of pies and exceptional seasonal cakes.
LMO Freshly Baked (BaseHall), LG/F, Shop 10-11, BaseHall, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
LMO Freshly Baked (LANDMARK Atrium), 2/F, Shop 233-234, LANDMARK Atrium, 15 Queenโs Road East, Central, Hong Kong, landmark.mandarinorientalshop.com
Cuรญt โ Slow-Fermented Sourdough Loaves
Founded by two sisters in search of better sourdough in Hong Kong, itโs no surprise that Cuรญtโs wide selection of slow-fermented, hand-crafted loaves has become a cult favourite. At both its original Sai Kung location and its BaseHall รฉpicerie, Cuรญt also serves up a range of sandwiches and simple plates โ perfect fuel for a long day. Donโt forget to top off your bread run with Cuรญtโs surprise bestseller: a silky slab of Bordier Butter!
Cuรญt, G/F, 3A Po Tung Road, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong Kong
Cuรญt รpicerie, LG/F, Shop 16, BaseHall 2, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong, 9104 8937, cuit-hk.com
Bakeshop Parabolica โ Quality Southside Bakes
Southside dwellers and visitors in search of a quality pain au chocolat need only head to The Repulse Bay Arcade, where Bakeshop Parabolica offers an inviting selection of baked goods. Grab a seasonal sweet, a Cinnamon Knot, and a masterfully brewed latte before finding a sunny spot to dig in.
Bakeshop Parabolica, G/F, Shop 102-103, The Repulse Bay Arcade, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, bakeshop.caffeparabolica.com
Big Grains โ Additive-Free Pastries & Breads
Founded by two Le Cordon Bleu-trained brothers, Big Grains serves up additive-free pastries and breads that donโt sacrifice flavour or creativity. Expect Buttermilk Biscuits, Milk Tea Bread, Matcha Croissants, and more โ all made with natural ingredients and ready for the ‘gram.
Big Grains, various locations across Hong Kong, biggrains.com
Born in Korea and raised in Hong Kong, Min Ji has combined her degree in anthropology and creative writing with her passion for going on unsolicited tangents as an editor at Friday Club. In between watching an endless amount of movies, she enjoys trying new cocktails and pastas while occasionally snapping a few pictures.
