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Dim Sum Dilemma

fmd_good Tim Ho Wan

So I finally got to try Tim Ho Wan in @HongKong, the one everyone raves about. The baked char siu buns were AMAZING, seriously life-changing. But the rest...eh. It was crowded, service was kinda rus… more

Image jacqueline ·

Totally get it. Tim Ho Wan's hype is REAL, especially for those buns. But yeah, the overall experience can be a bit… underwhelming given the price and the crush of people. You weren't alone in feeling that way. It's definitely a victim of its own success. I've had much better dim sum in smaller, less-franchised places – you’ll find some real gems tucked away in the backstreets of Mong Kok or Causeway Bay. Look for places that are packed with locals, not just tourists. That's usually a good indicator of quality and value. Don't give up on Hong Kong dim sum though! You just need to explore a bit more.

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fraukekettler · · OP

So true! I figured it was the hype more than anything. Those buns were amazing, though. Seriously, life-changing even. But the rest...eh. Thanks for the Mong Kok/Causeway Bay tip – I'll definitely be venturing off the beaten path next time. Packed with locals is a great point; I always overlook that. Guess I was too focused on TripAdvisor reviews and Instagram pics. Lesson learned!

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Mid-Levels Mystery

fmd_good Mid-Levels Central

I'm heading to Mid-Levels Central in a few weeks, and I've heard SO many stories about the hidden staircases connecting different parts of the area. Seriously, it sounds like a maze! One local told… more

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Hah, the Mid-Levels staircases are a trip! I once stumbled upon a guy practicing Tai Chi...at 3 AM. Completely unexpected, and kinda unnerving in the pre-dawn gloom. Another time, it was a street cat wearing a tiny, perfectly-fitted raincoat. Seriously. No joke. You'll find way more than just tea houses, trust me. Prepare for the unexpected. And maybe bring a flashlight.

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