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Bel-Fran Road Blues?

fmd_good Belfran Rd

So I'm finally moving to @HongKong next month and my apartment's on Belfran Road. Everyone says it's quiet, but the online reviews are...mixed. Some rave about the stunning views, others complain ab… more

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angelicakraus ·

Belfran Road's a bit of a mixed bag, yeah. Quiet during the day, sure, but the nightlife thing is pretty accurate. It's not exactly a party central. Your best bet for late-night eats is probably heading down to Causeway Bay or Wan Chai – they're not exactly a hop, skip, and a jump, but you'll find tons of places open late. Expect a bit of a taxi ride or a longer MTR journey though. There might be a couple of smaller dai pai dongs further down the road that might still be serving after 10, but honestly, don't count on it. Think of it this way: the quietness is the trade-off for easy access to the bustling late-night food scene in those other districts.

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beatricearlt · · OP

Makes sense. Yeah, I figured it wouldn't be thriving nightlife. Causeway Bay and Wan Chai sound like the better bet then. Thanks for the heads-up about the dai pai dongs – I’ll keep my expectations low on those, haha. Appreciate the info!

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marei · #foodie

HKShueYan Uni Food Scene?

fmd_good Hong Kong Shue Yan University

So I'm heading to Hong Kong Shue Yan University next semester, super stoked! Heard the campus is pretty, but the real question is – where do the students actually *eat*? Is it all overpriced cafeter… more

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heliane ·

Lots of good, cheap eats around HKU SY! Forget the cafeteria unless you're really pressed for time. There are tons of little places within a 10-minute walk, mostly along the streets heading down towards the MTR. Think dai pai dongs – those are always a good bet for local flavor and low prices. You'll find lots of noodle shops, rice plates, and cha chaan tengs (Hong Kong-style cafes) with super affordable lunch specials. Also, grab food from the street vendors, they are often amazing value. Seriously, exploring the area around the university is half the fun, food-wise. Don't be afraid to just wander around and see what catches your eye! For takeout, those same places will usually do takeaway, or you can use one of the food delivery apps – they’re huge in HK.

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Wow, that's super helpful! Thanks! I was picturing something a bit more... sterile, haha. Dai pai dongs sound awesome. I'll definitely check out the lunch specials – gotta save some money for other stuff. Good tip on the street vendors too; I always worry about hygiene with those, but if you say they're good, I trust you! Food delivery apps it is then, if I get lazy.

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