Hong Kong’s summer has finally ended, and with the ushering of cooler nights and dissipating humidity in our atmosphere, al fresco dining and more comfortable all-day eating is on the cards for this November. We can almost taste Christmas and the cosy festive season, in our careful anticipation for this beautiful time, however, here are our favourite new restaurants, eateries, diners, and bars hitting Hong Kong in November 2022.

Tori-Za Ten

Debuting on Electric Road in Tin Hau, there is much to say about the strong voltage that Tori-Za Ten carries in its doors. The glitzy American diner-inspired interior makes for a perfect Instagram background, and its modern Asian fusion menu harps back to the real comfort foods found afar. Noodle bowls are what makes Tori-Za Ten great, with the Boston Lobster Tom Yum Noodle Soup, Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Laksa, and Beef Ribs Boat Noodle Soup all must tries.

Location: Tori-Za Ten, G/F, 66 Electric Road, Tin Hau, Hong Kong, +852 2336 1768

Bayfare Social’s new Spanish weekend lunch menu

Rosewood Hong Kong’s tapas-inspired seaside diner will launch a new weekend lunch menu headed by Chef de Cuisine Jorge Vera Gutierrez, designed for sharing Spanish-focused bites, available every Saturday, Sunday, and public holiday from 12PM to 3PM. Priced at HK$598, guests can savour Boston Lobster, Hokkaido Scallop, Iberico Ham Croquetas, Padron Peppers, Cochinillo Asado, Seafood Paella, and Churros for a sweet ending.

Location: Bayfare Social, Level Five, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, +852-3981-8732

White Truffle special menu at Carbone and Associazione Chianti

With white truffle season upon us, the aroma and nuttiness of this delicacy has followed into the dining houses of Black Sheep’s top Italian diners, namely Carbone and Associazione Chianti. For a limited time only, from mid-October through early December, imported truffle fungi is set to be diced and shaved onto three signature dishes at Carbone, Truffle Eggs Crostini with lightly whipped eggs, house-made Truffle Fettuccini slicked with Sardinian butter, and Ricotta Tortellini.

Meat eaters dining at Associazione can select to have white truffle shavings and truffle butter dusted and drizzled on the house Italian-style steak tartare, any house special steaks, or Chef Stumbaugh’s creamy Tagliatelle.

Location: Carbone, 9/F, 33 Wyndham Street, Hong Kong, +852 2593 2593

Associazione Chianti,15 Ship Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 3619 3360

BÀRBAR

Joining two much-loved facets of Spanish dining together, BÀRBAR is, as its name suggests, a marriage between a tapas bar and wine bar offering an extensive selection of Spain’s very best. Helmed by culinary director and chef Edgard Sanuy Barahona, who has modern tapas bar Pica Pica under his belt, the menu is inspired by the lively culture of light bites and boozing native to Barcelona and Madrid.

From familiar tapas staples like Ibérico ham croquettes, to Spanish Josper grill specialities like the Spanish turbot in Donostiarra sauce, and paellas starring ingredients like sumptuous pigeon or contrasting pairings like grilled Iberico pork and cuttlefish. There is an extensive drinks menu that highlights beautiful artisan Spanish wines and sherries, and even craft gins for mixers and cocktails, so never fret about finding the perfect drink to complement.

Location: BÀRBAR, Shop A, G/F, 9 Ship Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 2810 0008

Autumn Menu at Aria

Culling from seasonal produce evocative of his childhood memories in Italy, Chef Angelo of Aria has crafted a menu full of autumnal delights, each starring an ingredient to match the cooling airs outside. Some must-tries include the chestnut topped Carpaccio di Cervo of spiced venison, the Risotto Milanese threaded with Iranian saffron and served beside a mouth-watering bone marrow, as well as the flavourful Lamb course reminiscent of a festive meal made special with culinary influences from Japan and the Middle East as well.

Those seeking to enjoy an extra personable experience can opt for the La Carta Bianca tasting menu of between five or seven courses with a wine pairing, whereby Chef Angelo will craft a unique omakase selection. For a nightcap, try one of the new vintage cocktail selections that draw on the hybrid Mi-To techniques of mixology, which represent the intermingling of drinks from both Milan and Vermouth capital Tornio.

Location: Aria, 24/F, California Tower, 30-36 D'Aguilar St, Central, Hong Kong +852 2804 1116

Latin American Classics at MONO

Encompassing the culinary trail between Venezuela, France, and Hong Kong, Chef Ricardo Chaneton has refreshed Latin-American restaurant MONO with a new seasonal menu. The lunch section spotlights the Venezuelan national dish of taco that has been elevated with the use of blue corn with spiny lobster, as well as a robust Quail a la Brasa drizzled in vibrant Latin-style adobo.

Enjoy an evening of dinner service with captivating dishes like the Shellfish Cocktail with Peruvian style leche de tigre to tease your tastebuds, as well as the tantalising Spiny Lobster reworked into a Cachapa with Lobster Broth. Experience the beauty of signature MONO chocolate with the Chocolate tamal with Hokkaido Milk and Pineapple as a strong finish.

Location: MONO, 5/F, 18 On Lan Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 9726 9301

Arcane

To mark Arcane’s eight-year anniversary in Hong Kong, the Michelin-starred modern European restaurant slips back in time to bring guests on a luxurious culinary journey from its early days till now. Sharply decorated with simple white table clothes and an open kitchen, the delicious aroma swivels around the room before arriving at your table. As the name suggests, Arcane may be private and discreet – but once you’re let in on its secret, it’s all yours to enjoy.

Now helmed by Chef de Cuisine Sebastian Lorenzi, the exclusive limited-offer menu brings back some of the restaurant's most remembered dishes, including the Slow Braised Wagyu Short Rid, Jerusalem Artichokes, Sauteed Potato Gnocchi with Morel and Shiitake Ragout, and Fresh White Truffle. Pastry Chef Lyca Ramos has also prepared refreshing desserts to round up the experience with the Yuzu and Lemon Posset with White Chocolate Tuile, Blood Orange, and Yoghurt Ice Cream.

Location: Arcane, 3F, 18 On Lan Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2728 0178

Love Rice Noodle

Love Rice Noodle answers the call of every Hong Kongers’ unmatched love for bouncy mixian noodles and local flavours. This brand-new offering injects familiar ‘wok-hay’ flavours into the otherwise southwestern Chinese noodle bases that have dominated the rice noodle game for a long, long time. Reflected in the monochromatic 80s inspired cha chaan teng interior design, this restaurant is all the best things we love about traditional Hong Kong cuisine made modern.

Signature dishes include the Wok-Fried Dry Stirred Rice Noodle with Sishuan Peppers, Mushrooms, and Diced Chicken, and the Noodles with Homemade Fish Tofu in Sichuan Mala Soup. Order some side snacks while slurping, such as the Tai-O Style Crispy Chicken Wings Marinated in Shrimp Paste and ‘XL Dino Eff’ with Wasabi Mayonnaise Filling, to complete your meal.

Location: Love Rice Noodle, Shop 4B, G/F, Site 5, Aberdeen Centre, 14 Nam Ning Street, Aberdeen, Hong Kong, +852 3105 8188