Jumbo Kingdom

Frommer's Review

No doubt you've heard about Hong Kong's floating restaurant in Aberdeen, in operation for more than a quarter of a century and claiming to be the largest floating restaurant in the world. Although often included in Hong Kong's organized nighttime tours, the restaurant was steadily losing out to newer, more authentic, and more affordable restaurants, prompting it to reinvent itself in 2004 as the Jumbo Kingdom, a complex housing several dining venues and retail shops. At any rate, if you've always wanted to eat in a floating restaurant, simply take the bus to Aberdeen and then board one of the Jumbo Kingdom's own free shuttle boats, with departures every few minutes from the waterfront Aberdeen Promenade.

The restaurant, which underwent a complete overhaul that rid it of its opulent golds and reds and transformed it into a slick, contemporary venue, specializes in fresh seafood but also offers roasted goose, Peking duck (HK$320/US$42/£23), and changing seasonal dishes. Dim sum is available from an English menu (from trolleys on Sun and holidays) until 4pm -- certainly the least expensive way to enjoy the floating restaurant experience. Dragon Court, a smaller, more formal dining hall, offers the same fare, with dim sum served only off a menu (you might be able to get a table here immediately on Sun, bypassing the first-come, first-served waiting list for the more popular -- and more fun -- main dining hall).

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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