Discover Aurum Dining | New Hong Kong Cantonese Restaurant
It is not easy to find a Cantonese fine dining restaurant that balances culinary precision with a grand sense of ritual in Hong Kong. Located on the 3rd floor of One-Eight-One Hotel & Serviced Residences in Sai Wan, Aurum Dining adheres to the philosophy of “honouring the past, inspiring the future”, reimagining classic Chinese cuisine through contemporary aesthetics. Within a short time, it has become a much-talked-about new dining landmark among hotel guests and diners in the Western District. If you appreciate handcrafted dishes, nourishing soups, refined roast duck, or creative reinterpretations of traditional flavours, Aurum Dining deserves a dedicated visit.
Why Aurum Dining Is the New Cantonese Dining Landmark in Sai Ying Pun
Restaurant Background and Location
Aurum Dining is the latest Chinese fine dining restaurant unveiled at One-Eight-One Hotel, designed with modern oriental aesthetics to create a bright, refined and elegant dining space. The location is highly accessible, just a 4-minute walk from the HKU MTR Station Exit B1. Led by an experienced head chef, the restaurant specialises in elevating traditional Chinese craftsmanship through innovative techniques, reintroducing familiar flavours in refreshing, contemporary forms.
The Story Behind “Aurum Dining” and Its Culinary Philosophy
Aurum Dining embraces “honouring the past, inspiring the future” as its core philosophy. While maintaining the essence of traditional Chinese cooking, the restaurant reinterprets it through contemporary craftsmanship and refined execution. With a strong emphasis on handmade techniques, precise control of heat and timing and ingredient-led flavour, Aurum Dining integrates the Eastern concept of food as nourishment into every dish. From seasonal herbal soups to contemporary Chinese creations, each dish reflects meticulous artistry and creativity, positioning Aurum Dining as a destination where style and flavour coexist in harmony.
Signature Dishes
Dendrobium and Snow Lotus Seed Pork Shank Soup
This soup is crafted by slow-simmering the carefully selected pork shank for several hours with precious dendrobium orchid and snow lotus seed. The broth boasts a golden-yellow colour with clarity, exuding a subtle, elegant aroma. Upon tasting, one first experiences the gentle, fresh sweetness of the soup base, followed by the savoury depth of the pork shank. The delicate fragrance of the snow lotus seed then slowly blossoms on the palate, resulting in a profoundly satisfying flavour. Nourishing and non-inflammatory, this mildly flavoured soup is suitable for all ages, making it the most comforting and stomach-warming choice for winter days.
Aurum Dining Signature Braised Chicken
As Aurum Dining’s signature dish, our chefs use top-quality tender chicken paired with premium ingredients, such as dried abalone, conpoy and shiitake mushrooms. Slowly braised over gentle heat, the flavours are gradually released into a rich yet clear sauce. The broth is layered but never overpowering, offering a delicate depth of flavour. Its auspicious meaning also makes it an ideal dish for celebratory dining and formal banquets.
Aurum Dining Peking Duck with Hand-Carved Crispy Skin
Aurum Dining’s roast duck is an unmissable highlight. The skin is thin, crisp and aromatic, while the meat remains tender and succulent, with perfectly balanced fat-to-lean distribution and layered texture. Through precise temperature control, the chef achieves a crackling exterior without burning, and a juicy interior without dryness, delivering both classic craftsmanship and modern precision expected in the kitchen of a top Hong Kong Chinese restaurant in one dish.
Stir-fried Five-Coloured Fish Shreds
The head chef meticulously selects a coral trout for this dish, utilizing exquisite knife skills to fillet and shred the whole fish before flash-frying it with a variety of crisp, seasonal vegetables. The coral trout is prized for its tender, sweet flesh and balanced, healthy fats; the high-heat stir-fry locks in its natural umami, resulting in a velvety and succulent texture. With its vibrant colours and light, refreshing palate, this dish perfectly balances precision knife work with masterful heat control, fully showcasing the chef’s profound culinary expertise.
The Aurum Dining Experience
The restaurant adopts a modern Oriental design language, blending subtle luxury with soft ambient lighting to create a spacious, graceful atmosphere, free from the heaviness often associated with traditional Chinese fine dining venues in Hong Kong. Full-height windows allow natural daylight to gently flow in, enhancing the restaurant’s sophisticated yet relaxed ambience.
For family celebrations or group dining, the restaurant offers several private rooms with high privacy and large round tables, which are ideal for the Winter Solstice celebration, business banquets, or important gatherings. Additionally, a super-long table seating 14 guests is available, providing ample space so that even when the room is full, dining remains comfortable and uncrowded. With a comfortable environment, spacious seating, attentive service and an unhurried dining rhythm, every meal at Aurum Dining becomes a refined, slow-paced experience, perfect for lingering conversations and mindful indulgence.
Reserve Your Table and Experience Cantonese Fine Dining at Aurum Dining
If you’re looking for a modern Cantonese fine dining experience with handcrafted Chinese cuisine, seasonal nourishing soups, and a sun-lit dining ambience by expansive windows, we recommend making an advance reservation. Secure your table and enjoy an imperial-inspired dining journey, designed exclusively for those who appreciate thoughtful flavours and elegant surroundings.
