SILVER ROOM

The Tin Hau and Fortress Hill area has become quite a foodie thoroughfare of late, with creative eateries that cater to the increasingly sophisticated needs of Hong Kong residents who gained first hand food knowledge from their travels. It has also attracted young chefs from overseas whose ambition has nothing to do with 5-star hotels or 3-star Michelin establishments.

Chef Taka-san at the Silver Room of the boutique Tuve Hotel on 天后清風街 is one of them.

The entrance is imposing but discreet, and there is no sign of the hotel either, it reminds me of a secretive Masonic Temple. Seating is about 35 max and the decor minimalist. The menu is classic Italian but 'almost all ingredients are imported from Japan'. Taka-san is a shy young man with nervous energy but his interpretation of rustic Italian cooking is flawless. His pastas are as good if not better than any self proclaimed Italian joints in town. My favorites are their Primi Piatti; Uni, Beef Cheek and Summer Truffles Pastas. One another 'must-try' is the Octopus Salad with Yuzu Dressing, fresh and divine. Sharing and BYO are welcome. On our first visit we ordered every dish on the menu for tasting, Italian family style. For Dolci try the house desserts Semifreddo & Rum Baba. Then comes the real show stopper .. the bill .. it is the walking definition of Best-Value-for-Money in our convoluted food scene today.

Karcia Ng the Manager is very good news, a great front-of-house complement to Taka-san. Try out this place, you hear it from me, and you will thank me for it.              

SILVER ROOM
www.silveroom.hk
GF Tuve - 16 Tsing Fung Street Tin Hau Hong Kong
(852) 3995 8988
Karcia Ng @ 9634 9785