Hong Kong is a haven for gourmands and there's rarely a shortage of hot new restaurants to try. Month after month, the city ushers in more international cuisine, design-forward interiors, and quirky new concepts. The Soho area is still a hub of foodie finds, but the western districts of Sheung Wan, Sai Ying Pun, and Kennedy Town have turned into hot spots as well. But it's not all happening on Hong Kong Island: Kowloon is upping its gourmet game with a few impressive addresses with sky-high views. Get ready to feast your eyes on this delicious new lineup of restaurants in Hong Kong.SEE ALSO:The 100 best US restaurants for eating outdoors, according to OpenTableDON'T FORGET:Follow Business Insider's Lifestyle page on Facebook!Maison LibanaiseConveniently located along the Mid-Levels Escalator in Soho, Maison Libanaise celebrates the authentic culture and cuisine of Lebanon. Helmed by all-star chef James Harrison, who trained with Michelin-starred chef Greg Malouf, the kitchen crew makes almost everything in-house, from the spiced yogurt to the pita bread, baba ganoush, mint tea, and almond falafel.The spacious three-story restaurant is unique in Central, showcasing eclectic geometric patterns and splashes of color at every turn, not to mention ample room to stretch out. The ground floor acts as a casual takeout spot, the first floor is home to an open kitchen and casual dining room, and the rooftop offers an open-air space for evening rendezvous.No matter where you sit, the generous sharing portions pair perfectly with Lebanese wine, Middle Eastern-inspired cocktails, and perhaps a desserttry the the olive oil rose cake if youre looking for something thats as photogenic as it is delicious.Insider Tip: The restaurant is one of the only places in Hong Kong where you can sample Lebanese wines.Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodors Hong Kong GuideThe Drunken PotNow openin 8 Observatory Road tower, The Drunken Pot is changing hot pot as we know it. You no longer have to go to a grungy all-you-can-eat restaurant to enjoy the regional specialtyinstead, you can enjoy the contemporary interiors and awesome views at this hot spot.Hot pot here takes it to the next level with innovative ingredients, such as sake-infused broths, homemade deep-fried bean curd rolls, rainbow-colored xiaolongbao soup dumplings, and even penguin-shaped fish balls. If the sun peeks out during your visit, snag a seat on the outdoor terrace and enjoy one of the bar's hand-crafted cocktails while you dig in.Insider Tip: To try a bit of everything with the signature five-in-one "Drunken Pot," which comes with fiery Sichuan, seafood, satay, squid ink, and sake-papaya broths.Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodors Hong Kong GuideFoxgloveWhen Mrs. Pound opened up its stamp shop faade in Sheung Wan, everyone went wild over the secret entrance, colorful interiors, and southeast Asian fare. Now sister restaurant Foxglove, under the guise of a fancy umbrella shop, brings the same excitement to Centrals quiet Duddell Street.Unlike Mrs. Pound, Foxglove creates an elegant English atmosphere in what feels like an airplane hangar, featuring a retro bar and several secret dining areas. During the day, expect fresh modern European-Japanese fare, but come nightfall, Foxglove turns into a sexy jazz bar pumping out live music and immaculate cocktails alongside for its fashionable clientele.Insider Tip: On Mondays and Fridays, Foxglove offers an executive lunch set with a glass of complimentary Mot Imprial Champagne.Plan Your Trip: Visit Fodors Hong Kong GuideSee the rest of the story at Business Insider
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