Pregnancy can be filled with anticipation and excitement, but it also comes with its fair share of cravings and dietary restrictions. For all the expectant parents out there, Faye Caddy, the founder of Hong Kong’s social antenatal programme BUMP & CO, has curated a list of top food destinations just for you.
From satisfying your sweet tooth to indulging in savoury delights, these spots offer a variety of options to ensure you continue to stay social and well-nourished during your pregnancy.
The best restaurants and bars in Hong Kong for pregnant mothers
The best mocktails in town at Thirsty Shaker
Fed up of having water or a kid’s drink when you go out? Thirsty Shaker offers some classy alternatives for mums-to-be – be sure to ask for their refreshing Bump Bliss (HKD98) or tropical Preggo Punch (HKD98), both designed especially for BUMP & CO. They have a great terrace where you can soak in the atmosphere and people-watch. Being pregnant has never been so fun!
Thirsty Shaker, 3/F, Hilltop Plaza, 49 Hollywood Road, Central, WhatsApp 9880 5997
The early bird catches the worm at Little Cove Espresso
We know what it’s like to be up at the crack of dawn with that big bump making sleeping really tricky. Have a stroll along the waterfront and meander your way to Little Cove Espresso either in Kennedy Town or Sai Kung, opening at 7:30AM. Try the healthy quinoa porridge (HKD84) to fuel you and the baby. It’s a great place to visit with a friend, and with high chairs aplenty, it’s a perfect spot to go back to once your baby has arrived.
Little Cove Espresso, Shop 3, G/F, New Fortune House, 3–5 New Praya, Kennedy Town, 6737 6242
Little Cove Espresso, Shop 1 & 2, G/F, Hoi Pong Square, Block A, Siu Yat Building, Sai Kung, 6397 0875
The maternity-leave chocolate treat at The Mandarin Cake Shop
Just started your maternity leave? Kick things off with pure indulgence in the form of a luxury hot chocolate (HKD84) at The Mandarin Cake Shop at the Mandarin Oriental hotel. It even comes with a chocolate spoon! Take a book and slide into this chocolatey heaven whilst everyone else is working away.
The Mandarin Cake Shop, M/F, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, 5 Connaught Road Central, Central, 2825 4008
The meat feast at Smoke & Barrel
For pregnant women needing to boost their iron intake, look no further than Smoke & Barrel, an authentic American smokehouse. Try the all-American beef brisket (HKD198/HKD378) for your fill of lean red meat, perfect for boosting those haem stores for baby. And don’t forget to add a portion of mac ‘n’ cheese (HKD88) for you.
Smoke & Barrel, 1/F & 2/F, Wyndham Mansion, 32 Wyndham Street, Central, 2866 2120, book here
The “I miss sushi” at Honjokko
For sushi lovers who are missing their favourite raw fish rolls, fear not! Honjokko sushi joint has lots of delicious cooked options that are safe for expectant mothers. They have several tempura and grilled dishes on their à-la-carte menu, so there’s no need to sacrifice your love for Japanese cuisine during pregnancy.
Honjokko, The Sixteenth, 2/F, Oxford House, Taikoo Place, 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, 2788 1996, book here
The date night before 2 become 3 at Sam Fancy
You’ll be kissing goodbye those date nights for a little while, so you may as well do your last few nights out in style. A great spot for such occasions is Sam Fancy in Lan Kwai Fong. Enjoying a refreshing iced tea and some Chinese-American bites on their terrace, this little spot is the perfect location for the last hoorah before the baby makes an appearance.
Sam Fancy, 3/F & 4/F, The Plaza, 21 D’Aguilar Street, Lan Kwai Fong, Central
The baby shower afternoon tea at Popinjays
Popinjays’ “Raw & Sweet” afternoon indulgence at The Murray hotel is a baby shower must. The city views and vibey atmosphere are ideal for celebrating your baby’s imminent arrival with friends. Their macarons are out of this world and will ensure your babe is as sweet as can be when he or she is here. The “Sobered Up” version of this afternoon tea is priced at HKD388 per person, inclusive of two-hour free-flow Saicho sparkling tea.
Popinjays, 26/F, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, 3141 8888, book here
The “get this baby out” curry at Rajasthan Rifles
Although a walk up to The Peak is probably out of the question at this stage in the game, a curry followed by a waddle around the top has to be a winning combo to get things moving. Spice up your last few days of pregnancy with a visit to Rajasthan Rifles. Pick something packed full of flavour and a hint of heat, such as the chatpate jeera aloo (HKD158), or cumin potatoes tossed with ginger, green chilli, and chaat masala. And if this doesn’t trigger the baby to make an appearance, at least you can enjoy the views and celebrate how far you’ve come.
Rajasthan Rifles, Shop G01, G/F, Peak Galleria, 118 Peak Road, The Peak, 2388 8874, book here
The post-birth brunch at Madame Fù
Celebrate the arrival of your little one with a well-deserved feast. Madame Fù’s sumptuous brunch (from HKD858 pp) offers an assortment of free-flow dim sum to welcome your little dumpling. We can’t think of a better way to congratulate new parents on the arrival of their bundle of joy than with unlimited Peking duck.
Madame Fù Grand Cafe Chinois, 3/F, Barrack Block, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, 2114 2118, book here
