All Ingredients in Hong Kong
Best Rice Dishes in Hong Kong
4 restaurants compared
Price range: HKD40.00 – HKD128.00
Avg recommendation: 88%
Top 4 Rice Dishes in Hong Kong (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 4 restaurants:
- South Indian Dosa at JoJo Indian Cuisine, HKD128.00 (Wan Chai)
- Fried Idly at Woodlands, HKD40.00 (Tsim Sha Tsui)
- Paper Dosa at Woodlands — 90% recommended, HKD45.00 (Tsim Sha Tsui)
- Butter Dosa at Woodlands — 85% recommended, HKD55.00 (Tsim Sha Tsui)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 4 Rice Dishes
#1
South Indian Dosa
JoJo Indian CuisineWan Chai·$$
HKD128.00
Crispy crepe made from fermented rice batter, filled with potatoes, onions, and spices.
Tip: Dosa is popular at lunch and available as part of the brunch buffet. If going à la carte, pair it with another South Indian side like uppma.
#2
Fried Idly
WoodlandsTsim Sha Tsui·$
HKD40.00
Steamed rice cake, cut and shallow-fried with spiced potato.
Tip: If you spot't tried fried idly before, this is an excellent introduction. It's a lighter alternative to dosa but equally satisfying.
#390% recommend
Paper Dosa
WoodlandsTsim Sha Tsui·$
HKD45.00
Crispy rice and lentil crepe, paper-thin and crackle when broken.
Tip: Paper dosa should be eaten immediately while still warm and crispy. Tear off pieces and dip into sambar and chutney. Most diners order 2 dosas per person.
#485% recommend
Butter Dosa
WoodlandsTsim Sha Tsui·$
HKD55.00
Cone-shaped dosa filled with spiced potato and served with ghee.
Tip: The butter (ghee) is an optional add-on that enriches the dosa. Some regulars order half butter, half plain for variety.