Street food with Michelin stars always draws queues. Yat Lok is one of those places in Central. But if you go at odd hours, like at 10.30am or at 3pm, you might get a table in the small shop without too much wait. That’s what I did.
This is what the 2019 Hong Kong Michelin Guide has to say:
The signature roast geese glistening behind the window are marinated with a secret recipe and go through over 20 preparatory steps before being chargrilled to perfection. Char siu pork uses pork shoulder from Brazil for melty tenderness. Roast pork belly and soy-marinated chicken are also recommended. Expect to share a table with others. It’s been run by the Chus since 1957 and in this location since 2011.
The visit
Not much to say. I went for the classic, a quarter of goose with drumstick and some sweet iced tea.
The sauce was distinctly sweet, but in a good way. It was indeed quite unique, even if I am not sure that is something to deserve a long wait in line.
They also have other roasted meats, like pork and chicken.
On the menu they also sports some combination platters.
The check
I spent 185 HKD for the goose quarter and 19 for the iced tea, that’s 204 HKD or 26 USD. Whether it is worth or not, I leave it to your judgment.
Where in Hong Kong:
34-38 Stanley St, Central.
Tip: a Venchi ice cream shop is just in front of the restaurant.