Tucked in the bustling streets of Mong Kok, Kam Wah Café is a Hong Kong institution that has been serving up classic cha chaan teng delights for decades. Known for its iconic Pineapple Buns (Bo Lo Bao) and aromatic milk tea, Kam Wah is a must-visit for food lovers seeking a taste of authentic Hong Kong culture.
Kam Wah Café’s menu is a celebration of comforting, no-frills dishes that hit all the right spots. The undisputed star of the show is the Pineapple Bun with Butter. Despite its name, there’s no pineapple involved; instead, the bun’s golden crust is sweet and crumbly, resembling a pineapple’s texture. When served warm and filled with a slab of cold butter, the combination of textures and flavors is simply divine—soft, crispy, sweet, and salty all in one bite.
For those looking for heartier fare, the Egg Tarts are another standout. Flaky, buttery pastry cradles a silky, eggy custard that melts in your mouth, making it the perfect pairing with Kam Wah’s signature Hong Kong Milk Tea. Speaking of the tea, it’s brewed strong and smooth, with just the right balance of tea flavor and creamy evaporated milk, a hallmark of any great cha chaan teng. Other must-tries include the Macaroni Soup with Ham and the Instant Noodles with Luncheon Meat and Fried Egg, both quintessential cha chaan teng comfort dishes that evoke a sense of nostalgia for locals and curious delight for tourists.
