8 quirky themed Hong Kong cafes and restaurants perfect for Instagram, from Transformers, Alice in Wonderland and Van Gogh, to space, planes and old world city vibes
- Café Match Box in Causeway Bay offers a vintage cha chaan teng ambience, complete with minibus compartments, Formica surfaces and nostalgic breakfasts
- At Tsim Sha Tsui’s Cabin Crew Coffee, get sky-high with an in-flight dining experience at a ‘window seat’ that offers virtual panoramic views
From retro diners to magical kingdoms, these imaginative dining spots pull out all the stops to fully immerse you. Transformers fans can indulge themselves in themed food at The Ark, where robot statues and spaceship decor create a sci-fi sanctuary. Elsewhere, Wonder Garden plunges guests into Alice’s fantastical wonderland over tea service and whimsical sweets.
Whatever your preferred escape, read on to find out more of Hong Kong’s pantheon of eateries that ensure your meal is as imaginative as it is delicious.
1. Transformers: The Ark
Gather your Autobot friends and head on over to Causeway Bay for a meal that’s out of this world. The Ark is a must-visit destination for fans of the Transformers franchise: its interior is inspired by a spaceship of the same name while the menu features a selection of fast food items. Sink your teeth into a wide array of burgers, from the black truffle Angus or the crabmeat avocado, all adorned with the iconic Optimus Prime logo; fried chicken; or the Adventurist Meal, which offers all your fast food sides presented in a spaceship-shaped box. For avid Transformer-heads, find merchandise, figurines and even a life-size Optimus Prime statue.
Shop A&B, G/F and 1/F, Soundwill Plaza, 38 Russell Street, Causeway Bay
2. Van Gogh Kitchen
An artsy restaurant that offers both beautiful artwork and delicious Italian cuisine, Van Gogh Kitchen immerses diners in a vibrant atmosphere as they admire framed replicas of famous pieces by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. While taking in the restaurant’s chic surroundings, patrons can enjoy high-quality staples from the gourmet menu such as pastas, pizzas, steak and home-made desserts. Guests looking for an elegant celebration of food and art will find it in this sophisticated eatery, while admiring masterworks like Café Terrace at Night and The Starry Night before being served equally stunning culinary creations.
Room B, 2/F, Shing Wah Mansion, 451-457 Hennessy Road, Causeway Bay
3. Monmono
The internationally inspired dining spot Monmono has two venues in Hong Kong, each showcasing a unique monochrome motif. Where the original Tsim Sha Tsui location utilises calming blue hues, the newer Central outpost opts for a lively yellow palette. At both locations, the respective colours saturate every element from forks and chairs to illustrations. Created exclusively for the space by local artist Loszehaha, the pieces bring vibrancy to the setting where diners can enjoy an extensive Mediterranean and Spanish menu at an Instagrammable spot.