From pan-fried versions to steamed avatars, dumplings are one of the most iconic and beloved dishes of Chinese cuisine. The Cantonese wonton, though, is a rather more unique offering that can be found throughout the city. Be they stuffed with crunchy shrimps, pork or vegetables, these hearty morsels hold a special place in Hongkongers’ hearts as being the epitome of comfort food. While they can be found on practically every street corner, only a handful merit recognition for their homey flavours and original recipes. Below are a few wonton noodle soup restaurants that top this list. 

Ho Hung Kee
One of the longest-standing wonton noodle soup restaurants in Hong Kong (founded in 1946), it has earned many accolades and even nabbed a coveted Michelin star during its seventy years of operation. Though its portions are on the smaller side,  their flavour-packed wontons filled with fresh crunchy shrimps pack a mighty punch, lovingly topped with al dente noodles in a lightly seasoned broth.
Price: HK$39 per bowl
Location: Causeway Bay

Mak’s Noodle
A household name among local gourmands, this Central-set eatery is known to many as the grandfather of wonton noodle soup restaurants. Although first-timers may be deterred by the shockingly small servings, the establishment’s signature broth and delicious fish-and-shrimp wontons have seen it find favour across the board.
Price: HK$45 per bowl
Location: Central

Lau Sam Kee
Whether it is wonton noodles in soup or wonton lo mein (where the noodles and a dipping soup are served separately), this eatery cooks up both to perfection. Set in the heart of Kowloon’s street food Mecca of Sham Shui Po, its wontons are made with a deliciously savoury pork and shrimp filling. The highlight, however, is the accompanying noodles. Being one of the few remaining places that makes their noodles by hand using the traditional method of Jook-Sing (bamboo hitting), Lam Sau Kee’s signature bouncy egg noodle is definitely a unique cultural treat.
Price: HK$34 per bowl
Location: Sham Shui Po

Mak Man Kee
Across its half-century legacy, this most eminent of wonton noodle soup restaurants has risen from humble beginnings as a street food cart to become one of Kowloon’s crowning culinary gems. Located on Parkes Street, Mak Man Kee is known for flavour-packed broths punctuated with wontons that are filled with shrimp, pork and Jinhua ham (a dry-cured ham). Each petite-sized bowl comes brimming with egg noodles and generously-sized wonton. 
Price: HK$36 per bowl
Location: Jordan

Yuen Hing Long Noodle House
The delicious wontons served at this old-timey shop not only imparts a delightful shot of nostalgia, but also aims to satiate your appetite with nary a dash of MSG to be found. Located on Queen’s Road West, the wonton noodles here are served with an MSG-free pork bone broth that imparts a hint of sweetness to proceedings. Tucked between a pharmacy and a narrow alleyway, it’s easy to miss if you don’t watch your step. 
Price: HK$28 per bowl
Location: Shek Tong Tsui