Mak's Noodle

Chinese noodle restaurant · Soho

Mak's Noodle

Chinese noodle restaurant · Soho

77 Wellington St, Central, Hong Kong

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Mak's Noodles is a no-frills noodle spot where you’ll find perfectly crafted shrimp wonton noodle soup and swift service, making it a must-visit in Hong Kong.

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@infatuation

"Wonton noodles are a Hong Kong classic: small bowls of broth with a mound of egg noodles and prawn wontons. And the best place to find them is Mak’s Noodle. We’re partial to the Wellington St location in Central (the family business has a few outlets both in Hong Kong and Singapore), where you can happily slurp through a bowl (or two) with both tourists and locals." - jess basser sanders

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@afar

"Mak’s Noodles Noodles are comfort food tomuch of the world, and Mak’s Noodles does its part to deliver comfort to Hong Kong . The Mak family opened itsfirst restaurantin Guangzhou, China, before WWII, and the first in Hong Kong in 1968. Thefamily now has locations in Macao and Singapore . Mak'sbowls ofHong Kong–style wonton noodle soup are praised for their juicy little shrimp- or pork-filled wontons and springy noodles. The smallbowl offers just four (perfect) wontons, each stuffed with a whole shrimp and a bit of minced pork. The restaurant is unpretentious and wildly popular, so make a reservation or be prepared to wait for a seat."

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@goop

"While this noodle shop offers little in the way of atmosphere (expect glass-topped tables, flimsy paper napkins, and soda out of the can), the won ton noodles are served quick and delicious, making this the perfect pit-stop for a fast and cheap lunch."

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@michelinguide

"Specialists in noodles and congee (rice porridge) often serve both under the same roof with the lighter versions of congee enjoyed for breakfast." - Colin Ho

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@bonappetit

"Legend has it that the Mak family invented shrimp wonton noodle soup back in the 1920s as a late-night snack for the social elite (prawns were pricey then!). These days the family is making wontons for the people, packing in locals and tourists in this no-frills spot. Served in an umami-rich pork and dried flounder broth with thin bouncy noodles, these wontons are textbook perfect. Residents judge wontons by the wrapper’s thinness and its goldfish qualities, the loose ends of the wonton that float in the soup like tails. Mak’s hits all the marks." - ByJanice Leung Hayes

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Asher Mendelsohn

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I had a really delicious meal here today! We were lucky to get a table because it was so crowded, probably due to how famous and good this place is. We ordered and the food came really really quick. They also gave us tea to drink which were complimentary. I enjoyed the soup noodles, and the beef was really good. The noodles were cooked to perfection, and the beef tendon was just so fresh and tasty. The Kailan vegetables were also really well cooked and went well with their own Oyster sauce (which they sold and we bought a bottle). The dishes were really good and coming here is always a thing you should do whenever you are in Hong Kong. I also didn’t know it had 1 Michelin star, which was neat too!

Olha Burlai

Google

The food is good, but nothing extraordinary. Portions are small, especially Signature wonton noodles - those were ridiculously small. The place is clearly tourist-oriented, service is fast: just eat, pay and go. No time to enjoy/feel the vibe of the restaurant. If you’re looking for more authentic experience I would recommend you to choose something else.

Nico Samneil Salado

Google

Tried this place since they were in the list of tasteatlas on top 150 legendary resto. It did not disappoint! Tried the best seller noodle. Ample seating arrangement and comfortable seats. You see your noodles cooked. Waiting time is quick. They accept CASH only. No nearby atm, atm for banks does not accept if you dont have an account with them. No parking space. See images and videos below for further reference.

Sh yyy

Google

Recommend for their beef noodles, the meat was so tender and delicious. The noodles are delicious too👍🏻. The foods all are nice, shrimp wonton came with 8 wonton, the portion is quite big. Worth for the price, got min order for each person. They served free hot tea as well, the staff was so kind, we were asking the route to Victoria park, they taught us the cheapest and ways to Victoria park.

Lily Gill

Google

Quick no frills restaurant but with amazing noodles. We came at 2pm on a Sunday to no line but a busy restaurant. We were sat with another person on our table and asked to order straight away. I had the wonton noodles and my husband the beef noodles. The wontons are just shrimp and are plump and fresh. The soup is super tasty. I tried all the sauces but really the soup and noodles were great without them. The bowls are pretty small but plenty enough for lunch. Especially as it's only 50 HKD for a bowl it was amazing value.

Stefano Gentile

Google

Very popular and busy place. They will accommodate you sharing the table with other guests, like many spots in HK. I had (soup) noodles with beef brisket, HKG54. Fast service. Complimentary tea. Recommended if you’re in the area.

Ahmad MR

Google

The Good: - Decent basic noodles with a strong shrimpy broth - The shrimp won ton was delicious with perfectly poached shrimp The Not So Good: - A bit overpriced for noodles - The beef brisket had a lot of fat

David Ash

Google

Lunchtime visit so very busy. Typically HK style service, straight to the point, if you get my drift but helpful as well. Singapore noodles ( it's a must in HK), choi sum with oyster sauce, Lobster Chee Chong Fan and of course the wonton noodles. Loved it all!

Asher Mendelsohn

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Rona C.

Yelp

Service: came here around 8pm and they close at 9pm. Told us to place our orders quickly, so we did. My tea was always refilled when employees noticed it was empty and when my uncle dropped his chopstick, a new pair was handed to him quickly (without asking) Food: Quite yummy! The beef assortment dish was delicious and perfect if you love cartilage! Wouldn't take my word for it though since I didn't get a chance to try the side streets for this dish, but definitely better than the ones in America! For the wonton noodle soup, I didn't think this was worth it (50HKD for a small bowl). It was good, but I've had better. The wontons were small, but still fresh and had a good chewing feel to it. Idk how to say (tsong hou) in english Ambiance: good amount of tables, everyone is seated fairly closely. There are booths and 3 individual restrooms

Nelson H.

Yelp

As usual wontons n soup n shrimp dumplings were best!!! This time I tried the freshly shrimp with shrimp paste added to noodles!! Delicious and tasty!! Pig hands with Nan Yu sauces were so tenderness and soft textures on meats n tendons!! Services were so fast n efficient even it's a small shop!! The wontons soup are having those dried shrimp n fish paste inside the soup, if you drink all the soup, you would see the dark small pastes underneath the bowl!!

David L.

Yelp

Great food, service, and friendliness. The portions are not bad. Don't expect big pho bowls but not tiny portions where you finish in three bites.

Nicole N.

Yelp

Finally back in Hong Kong after three years so it's time to update my review! This place always has a special place in my heart. Not only because it's famous and popular amongst the tourists, but also because they serve hearty wonton soup and noodles that really makes me feel at home! I recently went on a wonton shop hopping mission and compared to other places I've been to, Mak's wonton shines in its soup and noodles. The soup has the most classic Cantonese white pepper flavor profile along with the strongest fish aroma, which comes from the 大地鱼. It also exclusively uses the white ends of chives which give the soup another layer. The noodles too are delicious! It is the most al dente egg noodles I've ever had and it *stays* al dente throughout the meal. Their wontons are good but unfortunately not as jam packed with meat compared to other places. Its much more shrimp heavy (less pork flavors). The wonton wrapper is super smooth though!! I'm not the biggest fan of their chili paste because it has more of a fermented bean background but its still pairs well with their wonton/noodles! Amongst all the famous wonton places, their dishes are the most expensive and not that big in portion unfortunately. Nevertheless, its worth the hype to me!! I think locals and tourists alike should definitely check out Mak's at least once!!

Alvin Z.

Yelp

The food is delicious and the prices are even better! Love it when aware winning food is unpretentious and affordable for all. The noodles were cooked perfectly wherein it's not too soft not too hard. The soup itself is super delicate with nice umami taste. Only downside was the wait but then again, that's how you know it's great!

Theresa H.

Yelp

This marked my 3rd visit to Mak's Noodle. I supposed I would come by once every time I visit Hong Kong. I can't believe I could still remember how to trek from the Central MTR station to the noodle shop since the last time I was here was 3 years ago. Anyhow, upon entering the noodle shop, I realized the shop has been renovated since I was here in 2016. Staffs have uniform now? I had the Signature Wonton noodle (HKD43). The noodle was how I remembered, so tasty!! Staffs were friendly and service was very prompt. No service charge here. I left happy after enjoying a tasty bowl of Mak's Noodle. Will be back when I next visit Hong Kong :)

Dani S.

Yelp

Total disappointment! Overpriced, not very good in taste, and the service was absolutely terrible! Came here one night to try their famous wonton noodle soup, due to a lot of the travel website recommending this place. We got a seat right away, however within two seconds of us sitting down, the shop manager made us move and then proceeded to seat to other people, complete strangers at our table, without even asking us. It was the weirdest thing ever. I can understand communal tables, but common courtesy is to ask first. He was also very impatient had a really bad attitude! He was sitting there typing his feet while waiting for us to order. Due to his bad service, we decided to only order one bowl of the wonton noodle soup. Waited a little bit before the food came out, and it was not very good at all. It was a teeny tiny bowl with a lot of noodles and 4 teeny little wontons. The noodles taste like crap, I could taste the chemicals in there. The broth was overly salty, otherwise had no flavor in it. The shop was not very clean at all, the tables were kind of gross, Service was horrendous! Everyone seem to hate their jobs. No one was smiling at all! The food is terrible and way overpriced. All you have to do is go across the street to the other famous noodle shop and you will get 10 times better the experience! Really awful! Avoid!

Jason G.

Yelp

Went here as part of a HK food tour, and thought the noodles were only OK and the service was kind of rude. Most of the people here were Western tourists, so it's not a "local" place like so many of the other places in this area. The shrimp wonton were basically flavorless and the sauces didn't add much. The short rib was tender but had lots of fat on it. Service was fast, but kind of rude even though they spoke English and are used to dealing with tourists. I wouldn't return.

Jenn R.

Yelp

So simple, but so delicious. Cheap Michelin star eats! The menu is straight forward, but my go to is always the shrimp won ton soup. It's really small if you are an American. The bowl is what a single serving should look like. It's one of my favorite restaurants to eat when in Hong Kong. The service is quick so it helps get people in and out. Their space is fairly small so they need to be efficient. My only gripe is that they didn't give us napkins until we were well into our meal. Luckily, I have lots of experience traveling in Asia. I know well enough to always pack my own tissue paper.

scott t.

Yelp

There are many copycats of 'Mak's Noodles,' but this is the original one. Make sure you go to the one on 77 Wellington Street. Like most Hong Kong restaurants they are small and compact, so don't be surprised if you are sharing a table with 3 other groups of people. The shrimp wonton noodle soup is really tasty! The shrimp is fresh and a good size. Noodles are really good. Broth is super good. I can't imagine eating this during the winter! It would be heaven. The braised beef brisket noodle soup was ok. Like everyone said, the bowl is small, but I didn't have a problem because I was onto the next food stop.

Derek W.

Yelp

After freshening up at the Pier inside HKIA, I noticed a comment from Lisa C. that I had to grab a bowl of Mak's noodles for her. I've been to HK probably close to 30 times within the last 10 years and I can't say that I've eaten here. Since two friends joined me on a trip to Tokyo, I made a point to search for Mak's since HK is known for wonton noodles. What I didn't realize was that Mak's is literally across the street from Tsim Chai Kee which I ate at last year with a buddy. As Michelle M. states, the portions are small and I did order two servings for dinner. Their menu does have English so if you don't speak Chinese, don't worry. The place seemed to have been recently renovated as it was pretty nice for a dai pai dong restaurant. The wontons were tasty and I'll admit I'm not a huge fan. I did also order the stewed beef tendon lo mein and that was amazing. This is probably my favorite noodle shop in HK now and I can say that I've been to quite a few over the years.

Kathy T.

Yelp

I have to say that I wasn't really sure what to expect from this meal. It was also our first stop after arriving in Hong Kong at the crack of dawn. It was pretty delicious though--a little oily, but you can expect that from these egg noodle dishes. I had the Shrimp Wonton Soup--SO GOOD! But wow, it was tiny. I would say that the bowl was only slightly larger than a rice bowl (you know, those small ones that fit in the palm of your hand). It was snacking size, but they do give you a lot of wontons with giant shrimps inside! The dried noodles with pork are actually much more flavorful compared to the shrimp wonton soup. The sauce they use just hits you, while the soup dish was more on the subtle side. You can find these noodle shops all over Hong Kong. This one is a little pricier than other places. They all tasted the same to me, so I'd say pick one depending on what area you're at.

Kevin W.

Yelp

Mak's is known for their Wonton Noodle Soup. Always hits the spot when its pouring outside. Service was really friendly. We ordered to go but they still told us to sit down and rest while they got our noodles. Made to order! They have an English menu. HKD only! Wonton Noodles in Soup - 39 HKD - The wontons were stuffed with shrimp. Really plump. A lot more wontons then I expected. Broth was really good and not to salty. Egg noodles were cooked well.

Kristy C.

Yelp

The noodles don't look like much but they're cooked to the perfect texture that is delicious but not overdone in flavor. My boyfriend had the brisket with wontons noodle soup and I had the shrimp wonton noodle soup. The brisket was done perfectly and the shrimp wontons definitely taste fresh! I wish I had this earlier in my trip as I would have come back for seconds. The portions look small but it is probably the perfect serving for someone who wants to bed fed but not overstuffed. I definitely recommend to come visit as the prices are great as well. If you come here later in the day they do start running out of ingredients so make sure you come earlier. The kitchen had to cancel our much needed vegetables order because of this.

Mike Z.

Yelp

Craving wonton noodles? Just arrived in beautiful city of Hong Kong? Staying in Central? You've come to the right place! Mak's Noodles is probably the most popular wonton noodles in HK, if you search "best wonton noodles in hong kong" this restaurant shows up on every blog for good reason. This is the main branch, as there are a few other locations. We ordered the signature wonton noodles and beef brisket wonton noodles, think it was around 60HKD per bowl. Noodles were very bouncy, smooth, and has the best bite, the shrimp filling tasted very fresh and "crunchy". The soup is very light, just like how I like it. The beef brisket was just OK, nothing special and drier than I would have liked. Service was fast and great. Restaurant was oddly empty on a Friday afternoon, likely the effect of the ongoing protests.

Lydia C.

Yelp

Possibly the most famous won ton noodles in Hong Kong: Mak's Noodle in Central. We got the beef brisket and won ton noodles, which I would recommend--the tender brisket brings a beefy balance to the fish-based broth. The noodles are thin and bouncy, very nice. We also tried the won ton and dumpling noodles. The dumplings are large and in charge, but sadly, you only get 2 per bowl. Won ton were frankly just ok, though they did contain a lot of shrimp. The total came to about 240 HKD/$30 US for 4 people. The bowls are small, and we did get hungry a couple hours later. I think it's worth it for the quality, just plan to have another meal or a snack soon after.

Kristopher L.

Yelp

Exceptional won ton noodle soup! That's what came to mind when I ate here while in Hong Kong. Along with won ton, I had the beef brisket in the soup and that was also really good! Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant and would definitely be back (hopefully) before heading back to USA.

Mo H.

Yelp

So. From my understanding this is a Michelin Star restaurant. Well. I don't know if they deserve that. --- Food --- Alright. Nothing to write home about. Tried the famous noodles with wontons. And rest assured, it came with noodles and wantons. But, there was no excitement. No burst of flavor. It was bland noodles, mediocre dumplings. I'm not sure why this place gets such a good reputation. --- Service --- Mediocre. Friendly but inattentive. --- Overall --- I would most certainly not go back, considering a bowl was 60+ HKD, whilst the 20 HKD restaurants nearby will provide the same thing.

Chris Y.

Yelp

My parents did not let me down in recommending Mak's Noodle as THE BEST wonton noodle soup shop in all of Hong Kong. Not only is it cheap but it's amazingly delicious. When it first came out, I thought there's no way one bowl will satisfy my hunger but I realized I was on a food crawl in that area the rest of the day. The noodles are made to perfection and the wonton had a crisp shrimp and pork taste to it. Now that I've left HK, I have to live with mediocre wonton noodle soup in the SGV/626 area.

Speed R.

Yelp

Beef brisket wonton noodle and beef tendon wonton noodle soups were very good. Perfectly cooked. Fast and friendly service. Good place for a wonton noodle soup.

Lisa C.

Yelp

Hands down, without a doubt, THE BEST wonton noodles I have ever eaten! The noodles are cooked to perfection. It's thin, just the way I like it, but still retains its... not firmness, maybe al dente is the word I'm looking for? The noodle itself also has flavor. The wontons is literally fresh shrimp wrapped in wonton skin. Simple, to the point, no fillers here. And the soup is equally delicious. I never drink the soup when I order noodle soup but this bowl was completely dry when I was done with it. Now if you're from the States, the portion may be a bit on the small side for you. So keep that in mind while ordering. Also do not be surprised that you may end up sharing a table with other people during their peak hours. Mak's also has another location in TST, close to iSquare (as well as a handful of other locations). And I can vouch the branch there is just as good as this one. Went and had a bowl of the day we left HK, haha! Seriously. Stop in and have a bowl. Your tastebuds will thank you!

Daniel N.

Yelp

Okay so those Michelin stars are well deserved as the quality of the food and the price point make this place a stellar option for a quick meal. The shop itself is quite small, but turn around is fast as the food comes out quick. Keep in mind that you may need to share tables during peak hours. The menu is simple yet perfect. Once you sit, it doesn't take long to order and get your food as the servers are constantly walking around. I opted for the braised beef wonton noodle soup and the chinese broccoli with oyster sauce. The broth is clear and rich with slivers of scallions and thick chunks of braised beef. The noodles had the perfect chew. And the wontons, well those little pockets of treasure were plump with filling. The spicy chili on the table was quite spicy which I loved! I was about to order a whole nother bowl, but I was eating with a friend and didn't want to seem like a fatty. They have tissue boxes available, but in Asia I tend to bring a stack of napkins everywhere I go.

Julia D.

Yelp

OMG! This is as good as it gets!!! One of my favorite meals while in HK. It's in Soho so it's a super fun area and easy to access. We had the rib noodle soup and the scallion/ ginger noodles. Both were incredible. DO NOT MISS THE CURRY SAUCE that's on the table. It's spicy and excellent. Wow, getting hungry writing this. They have an English menu so ordering is super easy. Expect a line and to end up sitting at a community table. But while waiting be sure to watch the chefs in the window and get your appetite ready.

Damian W.

Yelp

Food: 4.0/5.0 Service: 2.5/5.0 Value: 2.0/5.0 Decor: 3.0/5.0 Overall: 3.5/5.0 The quality here is better than that place right across the street, but the prices are high and the portions small. I was actually surprised by this dynamic given the two shops are so close. The spendthrifty-me says to come here next time, and order two bowls :D

Anthony C.

Yelp

Mak's noodle is one of the famous Wonton noodles in HK. Their bowl is a little small compared to others. The noodles are very well done, with a good amount of bounce and chewy alkalinity to them. The place doesn't have much of a line, or draw many locals. This used to be one of the greats but I feel that it has lost it's place over time. Still a very good noodle, but not necessarily a place I would go back to. Their chili sauce has a hint of curry and is pretty tasty though, but the portion is really small.

Stephanie S.

Yelp

Not bad! I had the noodles with wantons and dumplings. It was tasty! There was hot sauce and soy sauce to add to the soup. The noodles were light and the broth was yummy. There was a line but they serve food quickly and people eat quickly, so it goes fast. Good stop for some noodles.

Kit C.

Yelp

Delicious wonton noodles prepared al dente, wonton with shrimp was in perfect bite size proportions. Very clean place with good services!

Barnaby W.

Yelp

Loved their wonton noodle. The wontons are pork and shrimp, really good here. The egg noodles are perfectly al dente. The portions are really small here. Order 2 bowls.

Patrick W.

Yelp

It is the most famous spot for wonton noodles in Hong Kong. I ordered a wonton and beef brisket noodle soup. Mak's lives up to its reputation. The crispy noodles and flavorful broth really make the dish. The wontons contain shrimp. I actually do not like shrimp so I did not love the wontons. I tried them anyway to see if my opinion would change when I ate wontons at a renowned place. It did not. However, the wontons are great and a must try if you like shrimp. In addition, the beef brisket was very good. The portion sizes for the bowls are small. I would have definitely needed to eat two bowls if I ate nothing else. As such, I also ordered the yu choy with oyster sauce. I definitely recommend ordering those vegetables as a side when you eat wonton noodles in Hong Kong. Of course, you can just eat one bowl then eat somewhere else to try more food in the city. If you are visiting and planning a trip to Hong Kong and looking for recommendations, feel free to message me for my itinerary. You can also find the electronic copy through the link my profile.

Nei N.

Yelp

If you want to learn the basics of what makes a good bowl of wonton noodle soup, come to Mak's. Noodles - Good texture - firm and springy. They're laid on top of the wontons so you can eat them first before they turn soggy. Wontons - All shrimp like they're supposed to be and seasoned with the right spices. Broth - Full of seafood umami flavors and garnished with yellow chives. Fancier places will throw shrimp roe into the noodles or soup, but I think Mak's still tastes good. Think of Mak's like a great classic burger with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and maybe some thousand island type of dressing. No, it's not the A5 wagyu beef burger topped with foie gras, but the fundamental flavors are on point.

Jonathan C.

Yelp

I'm sure like others, we came for the classic wonton noodle soup. Don't get me wrong, it was good but it just tasted like wonton noodle soup...nothing special. I think that I've actually had better wonton soup and even have family that makes better wonton soup so not sure whatsup there. I wouldn't wait in a long line for this and would rather wait for some other noodle soup.

amanda s.

Yelp

Can you believe I'm here in Hong Kong? I left our beloved Buford Highway came all the way across the oceans to the most wonderful district in the world for my Asian affair. Maks is a sweet little homemade noodle restaurant that seats about 40 people maybe 60. Prices are very good restaurant is very clean and I highly recommend the wonton noodle soup. All homemade from scratch. They get you in and out very fast as the food takes maybe five minutes to get it. There isn't any parking it's just a little restaurant off of the street. It's such a small little quaint place. The service was fast and attentive. They do have various options of noddle soups. I sat and watched one guy hand make the wontons. We loved this place so much we ate here twice in 2 days.

Jeoly M.

Yelp

Hands down the best won tons I ever had. When I went there, it wasn't busy and it was cool to see how the chef make the noodle. The price is average, but I expect it to be cheaper. Their won tons are unlike others, theirs are fresh and chewy. The sauce for it are quite good as well.

Andrew S.

Yelp

Had a won ton noodle craving and passed by Mak's. Decided to give it a go. Quick and easy service. Portion is perfect for the on the go person. Snackable size but satisfying! Ordered the wonton and brisket noodle soup. Dumplings had a good meat to wrapping ratio and the brisket was tender! Good spot and I'll be back!

Yun L.

Yelp

Wonton is one of my comfort food. Having a mom who can cook has sharpened my palette. With all the delicacies in town, I still caught myself making the time to walk in Mak's and order a bowl of wontons every time I visited HK. The super thin wonton skin with just the right combination of shrimp to pork ratio makes it one of the best in town. Not to mention the shrimp roe soup with no MSG always leave me with an empty bowl during my meal there.

空

Yelp

The beef noodle is nice, the soup taste very rich, it reminded me my grandma's cook, how memorable ...

Miguel M.

Yelp

Mak's noodle is an institution in Hong Kong. Legend has it that this is Li Ka Shing, the richest man in HK, favourite noodle shop. I couldn't agree more! The noodles are perfectly al dente and are just so soothing to the soul. My favourite is by far the noodle soup with Tendon. It just has so much more flavour than the typical Wonton Noodle soup, which is also good by the way. Whether you are a tourist or a local, this is a must try in HK. Lunch is usually packed, so my advice would be to come during the off hours! Enjoy!

Schelly Y.

Yelp

My only complaint about this place is it is small and we felt like we barely fit at our shared booth as I hunched over slurping my noodles. I felt like I could have clunked heads with the people across from us. Besides that, the noodles had a nice bite, the soup was flavorful, and the silky wontons had crisp shrimp that were loosely packed. After eating at a few different wonton shops, I noted Mak's had the most loosely packed shrimp wontons and this gave it a nice airy-ness.

Sylvia K.

Yelp

My friends had eaten here the night before and liked, so they brought me here to eat. This place kind of has a hole-in-the-wall look - the interior isn't really fancy or special or anything. The kitchen is viewable from outside of the restaurant. We were seated immediately and given menus and hot tea. As soon as we sat down, the server came over to take our order, before we had even had a chance to read the menu! We asked for some more time. The staff doesn't really speak English. I had asked what the most popular thing on the menu was and he didn't understand me. So I just went with the shrimp wonton noodle soup. It came out pretty quickly. It was really tasty - the noodles were cooked perfectly and the wontons were yummy. But the portions were really small. I could've easily eaten two of these. We also ordered the seasonal vegetables with oyster sauce. The green veggies (which I don't know what they were) were really delicious. The oyster sauce was kinda salty. But they had this savory, mildy spicy sauce on the side that tasted good with the veggies. In the noodle war versus Tsim Chai Kee across the street, I have to give it to Tsim Chai Kee for having bigger portions and tastier shrimp wontons, and also a nicer ambiance. But bonus points to Mak's for the complimentary hot tea and the better spicy sauce!

Jack E.

Yelp

Let's face it - this is Hong Kong, and when a place is as well-established and old-school as Mak's in the heart of crowded Central it's going to be a small, divey eatery. Quite frankly, I wouldn't have it any other way! Don't let the fact it's the exact opposite of a fancy restaurant fool you - this place is top-notch and a must-try. Is it pricey? Yes. Are the bowl sizes small? Well, sure, if you're looking at this place as a 21st century westernized restaurant ... which Mak's is most certainly not. It's well engrained in the 1980s style and serving portions. I think we'd all be a lot less fat if we returned to these more human-like serving portions! What you're coming here for is a taste of absolute heaven in every bite! For me, the must-try was the wonton noodle soup. It really doesn't get much better than this! Ok, so perhaps I need to visit their rivals which are literally across the street from them. They're both considered the best at their craft. But for right now, all I know is, Mak's wonton noodle soup was the best I've ever had.

Pierre C.

Yelp

Living in mid-levels I'd walk by everyday. There are wanton places all over Hong Kong but this is my favorite. I usually order noodles, shrimp wantons, and greens with oyster sauce. This is a joint, so don't expect much. You can buy wantons to take home. FYI- no napkins, someone will bring you a tissue box.

Linda T.

Yelp

The perfect size for wonton noodle for the lonely self explorer. Noodles are al dente with great texture. There was 3 wontons.. all shrimp, nothing else. The broth was light and clear.. Very satisfying and refreshing on a hot humid day. So simple but you can't get this in America..

MeeLun C.

Yelp

Wow authentic wonton Noodles! Best I have ever eaten! So fresh and delicious! The beef brisket and tendons were also very tasty

Alexa S.

Yelp

So glad I was able to make it to Mak's Noodle my last night in Hong Kong. Everyone I know that's been to HK recommended this restaurant and said it couldn't be missed. No one in the restaurant spoke English, but luckily a nice woman sitting next to us helped us out and provided recommendations. We ordered the shrimp wontons with noodles and the pork mixed dumplings with just soup. I'm typically not a soup person, but I really enjoyed the broth and wontons at Mak's! The shrimp wonton was probably the best I've ever had. You need to stop by if you're visiting Hong Kong. This is the main branch, but I found out they have many locations in the city.

Alfred L.

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To price a bowl of Wonton noodles at $37 for a standard bowl is considered to be quite pricey. I was able to palm the bowl with one-hand, and I am considered to be a pretty small guy. The price justification would be most likely because that this is located in a area filled with tourists and expats. Otherwise, onto the review of the wonton noodles. I felt that the shrimp wontons were average, as they were filled with 1 shrimp per wonton. The shrimps were flavored only with salt and green onions, so it didn't meet the expectations and standards of a place considered for 1 Michelin star. Noodles were perfectly executed as each noodle was neither overcooked nor undercooked and had a soft, springy consistency. Noodles are carefully seasoned by the chef prior to placing the noodles in the broth. The broth is most likely the saving grace of the entire meal. Broth was lighter in color than most places and had the nicest scent. It was mild in flavor, but the freshness of the sea can be tasted from the broth. This place is a good to-try spot for breakfast, but I believe that the best wonton noodle soup that I had was in Jordon.

Jessica K.

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Seriously the BEST wonton noodles I ever had! The wonton are silky and smooth and taste absolutely delicious, however the downside is that the dish is very tiny. It's a size of a small rice bowl...not filling enough, but this is a MUST TRY! You won't regret trying this place, you'll only regret it if you didn't! Eat up!

Nelson L.

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Overall: 2/5 Small portions, pricing higher than competition. The noodles didn't sit well with me for some reason (could be because of this place or stomach adjusting to Asia food) Taste: 3/5 I ordered wonton noodles in soup and the dumplings in soup. The food is good, but my stomach didn't feel well after. It could be this place or it could be my stomach not being used to Asia food, so take this last bit with a grain of salt. Value: 2/5 The bowls are smaller than 沾仔記 across the street, and the pricing is higher as well. Still not bad in absolute terms compared to North American pricing tho.

Leona L.

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Supposedly one of the best wonton noodles in HK - it was tough to decide to come here or the one across the street! We came by mid afternoon so it wasn't busy. I'm typically not a big wonton noodles fan but I had to try it since I was in HK. Much to my surprise, I liked the noodles itself a lot more than the ones I've had in the states - a lot thinner and better texture! Sadly, real authentic wontons only have shrimp in them so only I was able to enjoy it since my friend was allergic. I loved the shrimp wontons!! My friend ordered beef tendon noodles, which were pretty good! The only downside was that the portions were really small and we still felt hungry enough for a snack afterwards. It was about $44hkd per bowl. The service was alright!

Andrew T.

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I am immediately taken back to the Peking restaurant in Muscatine, IA, and the sizzling rice soup my father used to order. It's been so long since I've been there, and our tastes are far more sophisticated now than they were back then, but we obviously like it. And the broth of the wonton soup here is a dead ringer for the broth from that sizzling rice soup. I would never have assumed the Peking restaurant was anything close to authentic, but...maybe they were on to something? In any case, this was delicious. I used to hear wonton and think "oh, boring" but this has changed that. Although now I'm probably just spoiled on the real thing. The aforementioned broth was really tasty, not too salty, and the wontons were small in size but still contained a couple small, whole shrimp, each of which had great shrimp flavor and perfect tender cooked texture. Plus, as with almost all the food we had in Hong Kong from smaller restaurants (even restaurants like this with Michelin guide mentions or Michelin stars) the price was far cheaper than I ever would have expected in a city like this. We also had some Chinese broccoli here with oyster sauce that tasted really nice and fresh. It wasn't slathered in sauce, you got to dip yourself, so id you just wanted veggies, you could have them. A nice treat after a lot of not eating vegetables until now on this trip. We stood outside and debated if we wanted to eat here, in addition to the other places our guide was taking us...so glad we did, since it triggered us to visit another Mak's Noodle location in TST that we might not have otherwise, and where we had a similarly excellent meal. I wish this was more available in the US.

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Delicious wonton noodles prepared al dente, wonton with shrimp was in perfect bite size proportions. Very clean place with good services!

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