Hotel COZi Resort Tuen Mun

Traditional shops that make their own noodles from scratch are becoming scarce. Founded in 1946, this household name is among the remaining few. It is famous for its bouncy noodles that impart rich eggy flavour and, although the signature is wonton soup, zhajiang noodles and beef brisket noodle soup are also popular. Try the braised white radish with shrimp roe for the deep umami and briny-sweetness. Expect to share a table when it's busy.

Popular with locals since 2001, this shop sells its signature roast goose in specific cuts, halves or whole. Geese are shipped from Foshan daily, marinated, roasted to perfection, and served piping hot. Other standouts include honey-glazed char siu, roast duck and drunken chicken. Those looking to pair the meats with a local drink should try their herbal tea. Given the reasonable prices and limited seats, it makes sense to arrive early.

Dripping with vintage charm and festive vibes, this long-standing restaurant is decked out in red and gold for a joyful and luxurious feel. On the menu, Cantonese classics and dim sum brush shoulders with walled-village-style dishes, such as five-flavour chicken featuring flavoursome velvety meat. Other specialities include roast duck with bean paste and coriander, steamed mullet with salted lemon and, first and foremost, the steamed sponge cake.

Its à la minute banana roti has been reputed for its crispy skin and tender filling since 2019. The shop reopened in 2024 in this spot, with Nutella, Ovaltine, pork floss with mozzarella and new flavours in the menu. It's always busy, so expect to queue.

From a tiny countryside joint in 1958, this second-generation family business has grown without losing its flair. It owns the farm that breeds Qingyuan black brown geese, ensuring quality and a steady supply. Chargrilled according to the owner’s family recipe and served after 11:45am, their goose is known for its distinctive smoky aroma, crispy skin and juicy meat. The menu also includes goose offal braised in spiced marinade, seafood and stir fries.

It’s not often one can enjoy Cantonese food surrounded by verdant scenery but here on the ground floor of the Gold Coast hotel that’s exactly what you get as this comfortable restaurant looks out onto a delightful garden. The menu includes both traditional and more contemporary dishes and it’s worth seeking out the chef’s specialities such as barbecued pork and double boiled pork lung soup with almond milk and fish maw, and deep-fried chicken with shrimp paste.

There’s just one item on the menu – double-steamed egg white custard with milk, boasting a silky runny centre under a firmer crust. Order the chilled ones if you’re in a rush, or wait patiently as the hot ones are made to order.