Roganic

Shop 8, UG/F, Sino Plaza, 255 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Roganic might be a newcomer on Hong Kong’s dining scene – but from the easy assurance of their service, you’d assume they’d been here for years. It’s no mean feat making great hospitality seem this effortless, especially with tasting menus this complex, but their team impress at every turn. Individual chefs come out to explain each dish, and their passion for quality ingredients shines through, especially when discussing Roganic’s focus on local seasonal produce – right down to showing you the Evogro cabinets that grow some of their greens in-house. All too often in Hong Kong, dishes get introduced as if they’ve been learnt by rote; at Roganic, it’s a conversation that can be as casual or in-depth as you like and frankly, it’s a breath of fresh air in the sometimes-stuffy world of fine dining. The team here are knowledgeable and attentive without being overbearing, and personable and good humoured without being obsequious – with dashes of dry British wit that are every bit as delicious as their signature soda bread.

RUNNER UP

Previous winners New Punjab Club have proven that they aren’t just a one-hit-wonder. If anything, the team have only gotten stronger over the past two years, ensuring that the dining experience is flawlessly executed for each and every guest. Staff show a deep knowledge of the menu, as well as personality.