Best Cheap Eats in Hong Kong 2025 — Cha Chaan Teng Guide

Hong Kong is one of Asia's great food cities — and despite its reputation for pricey fine dining, eating cheaply is not only possible but essential to experiencing the real city. Cha chaan tengs (Hong Kong-style diners) serve legendary milk tea and pineapple buns for a few dollars, while dai pai dongs and cooked food centres offer wok-fried classics, congee, and noodle soups for HKD 30–60. This guide covers the best cheap eats in Hong Kong.