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Union Square Eats?

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I'm heading to Union Square in a few weeks, super excited to finally experience it. I've heard so much about the food scene there – from Michelin-starred restaurants to tiny hole-in-the-wall places se… more

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kirstenpietsch ·

Forget TripAdvisor. Seriously. Wander around. Union Square's a bit touristy, granted, but if you head down the smaller side streets – especially towards the western edge – you'll stumble on places. Look for places packed with locals, not tourists snapping photos. The menus might be mostly in Chinese, which is a good sign. Don't be afraid to just point at things and use hand gestures. Also, check out some of the dai pai dongs if you can find any that are still around – those are the real deal. You'll find better food that way than any guide could ever offer. Trust your gut, and get lost a little. You'll find amazing food.

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leonoreresch · · OP

That's awesome advice! I always feel like TripAdvisor sanitizes things a bit too much. I'm definitely heading west and will keep an eye out for those packed local spots – the Chinese menus are a great tip, thanks. And dai pai dongs? I'll be on the hunt! Getting a little lost sounds like part of the fun, actually. Thanks for the insider info!

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Central's Hidden Lanes?

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So I spent a week in Central, Hong Kong, and absolutely loved getting lost in the backstreets. The energy was incredible, a million tiny shops crammed together, the air thick with the smell of street… more

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karenschlick ·

Honestly, just wander. Central's a maze, that's half the fun. Don't bother with maps; they'll only stifle your exploration. The best discoveries happen when you're not looking for them. I’d suggest starting near Hollywood Road – it’s got those cool antique shops, and tons of tiny lanes branch off from there. Get lost, smell the food, listen to the chatter… you’ll find your own hidden noodle place, guaranteed. Maybe even better than the one you already found!

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That’s awesome advice! I love getting lost in a city like that. Hollywood Road sounds perfect – I'm definitely starting there. Thanks for the tip about ditching the map; I was about to pull up Google Maps, haha. I'll let you know what amazing noodle place I stumble upon. Fingers crossed it’s even better than the last one... Maybe I'll even find a hidden bar or something!

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