Yes, we know the McDonald’s McGriddle has taken the city by storm, but there are plenty of other breakfast sandwich options in Hong Kong, be it a traditional egg sandwich at Rootdown or a breakfast toastie at Little Cove Espresso
In July, the McGriddle—sausage and egg sandwiched between two hotcakes with syrup—was introduced by McDonald’s as a summer special item on its menu, and to say that the city was abuzz with excitement would be an understatement, with queues to acquire the sandwich on launch day starting at 4am.
However, it was met with mixed reviews, but other breakfast sandwich options exist elsewhere. While the fillings and flavours may change across establishments, two key elements comprise a breakfast sandwich: some form of egg (for vegetarians who don’t eat eggs, we’ve got you covered too) and some form of bread on either end so you can pick it up to eat—sorry, open-faced sandwiches don’t count.
These are our picks for classic and unconventional takes on the breakfast sandwich to try in Hong Kong.
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Rootdown: Egg sandwich
Rootdown in Sai Ying Pun keeps things simple with their take on an egg sandwich: a generous square of egg (akin to Japanese tamago) with a slice of gouda and a handful of rocket, for health, in a soft bun. Simple flavours to start the day, but a splash of vinegary hot sauce can take it to a new level.
Rootdown
Address: Shop 16-19 G/F, Two Artlane, 1 Chung Ching Street, Sai Ying Pun