4 italian restaurants worth the trip across Hong Kong, editor-ranked. All cuisines in Hong Kong.
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana ★ 4.6 · Hong Kong
central · 18 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong
8 1/2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana at Alexandra House in Hong Kong is the only three Michelin star Italian restaurant outside Italy, with chef Umberto Bombana.
Tip: White truffle season runs October to early January; book at least three weeks ahead during that window.
Estro ★ 4.5 · Hong Kong
central · 1 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong
Estro in Central is chef Antimo Maria Merone's one Michelin star Italian tasting menu room, ranked No. 32 on Asia's 50 Best 2026, with refined Southern.
Tip: Sit at the kitchen counter to watch the pasta course built; book the chef's table for full omakase access.
AMA Ristorante ★ 4.4 · Hong Kong
wan-chai · 208 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
AMA Ristorante on the 25th floor of 208 Johnston Road in Wan Chai is chef Paolo Monti's Roman room, with imported Italian ingredients and skyline views.
Tip: Sit at the counter for the chef's gricia tableside; the happy hour from 16:00-18:30 is the value play.
Octavium ★ 4.3 · Hong Kong
central · 22 Des Voeux Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Octavium on the 8th floor of One Chinachem Central in Hong Kong is Umberto Bombana's two Michelin star private kitchen, a 30 seat room for handmade pasta.
Tip: Cosier sibling to Otto e Mezzo; the chef's table is the seat for the truffle and game showcase.