SALOON Cafe & Izakaya
Japanese & Korean in Sham Shui Po
4.5 (73)
| Category | Japanese & Korean · 咖啡店, 酒吧 |
|---|---|
| Address | G/F, 196 Tai Nan St, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon |
| Area | Sham Shui Po |
| Phone | 6626 4533 |
| Google rating | 4.5 (73) |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 19:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 休館 |
| Thursday | 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 11:59–22:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30 |
About SALOON Cafe & Izakaya
SALOON Cafe & Izakaya, a Japanese or Korean restaurant in Sham Shui Po, is at G/F, 196 Tai Nan St, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon. Before heading over it is worth checking the hours, phone number and Google rating below, so the trip is not wasted.
Many Hong Kong restaurants add a 10% service charge to the bill, and tipping beyond that is optional. Popular places fill up at lunchtime and on weekend evenings, so book by phone, WhatsApp or a platform such as OpenRice; some set a time limit or a minimum spend. Most offer both dine-in and takeaway, and Octopus, credit cards, FPS and PayMe are widely accepted, though smaller places may take cash only. Popular Japanese and Korean restaurants often take online bookings or queue tickets, and omakase counters usually ask for a deposit.
Google lists the opening hours as Mon 12:00–18:00 and 19:00–23:30, Tue 19:00–23:30, Wed closed, Thu 12:00–18:00 and 19:00–23:30, Fri 11:59–22:00, Sat–Sun 12:00–18:00 and 19:00–23:30. That makes 6 working days a week. There is a break between the lunch and dinner sessions. It opens on Sunday too, like most places to eat in Hong Kong. Arrangements may differ on public holidays, over Lunar New Year and when a typhoon signal No. 8 or above or a black rainstorm warning is in force, so call before making a special trip. You can call 6626 4533; a phone call is the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or how to get there. As this is a mobile number, a WhatsApp message may also work. More information is on its website, instagram.com.
It has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 73 reviews, a strong score that points to consistently positive experiences.
Sham Shui Po is part of the Sham Shui Po District in Kowloon. Around Kwun Tong and Kowloon Bay many industrial buildings now house offices, restaurants, gyms and studios, while Kai Tak is a newer district. Kowloon's streets are busiest in the evening and at weekends, shops keep long hours with many open until about 22:00, and the Kwun Tong, Tsuen Wan and Tuen Ma lines plus buses and minibuses reach almost everywhere.
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Latest Google reviews
The most recent reviews shown on Google Maps (5). Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Joey Tsang 9 months ago
Superb. Took my parents here (actually it’s my third time here). and they absolutely loved it too. Not the usual neighbourhood where I’d dine but I came back because I remembered the food was excellent. And this thought was reaffirmed today. Recommend pre ordering the sake clams, razor clams, oysters and white eel. Also recommend the zucchini, chicken tail and chicken skin. The yakitori was so nice and delicately made with love 😙. Definitely will come back again.
Karen Karen Edited 9 months ago
All food tasted really good and made us our b-day celebration unforgettable. The staff is so friendly!
Yvonne Lau 2 years ago
Had an amazing evening at this restaurant. Firstly the staff were all so welcoming and patient in explaining the dishes and when we had questions they took time to answer us even though the restaurant was super busy. We ordered a couple of skewers overall above average. Highly recommend the tsukune which you could really taste the smokiness from the grill, slightly charred but adds so much flavor and the sauce balances the fattiness. Pity they didn’t have rice or we would have demolished the sauce! Chicken skewers was cooked perfectly still very juicy. Only exception would be the duck which we felt was a little dry. Beef tongue also had a few tendons which didn’t really feel it was the center parts as stated. Lamb picanha isn’t gamey so would recommend for those who is afraid of the gamey taste. The clams were big while the broth was decent personally I felt could be skipped cause you have to preorder in advance and everything, not worth the hassle. The price for this area may be expensive but the quality is exceptional which I think is worth this price. Better than many other restaurants in central or tst for similar/higher price.
Trekker T. 3 years ago
Amazing barista with coffee knowledges. Great desserts and rice bowl for lunch.
Edmond Keung 3 years ago
A specially coffee focused shop offering various coffee roasters from around the world. Choose your coffee, then your format of coffee beverage!
Frequently asked questions
Where is SALOON Cafe & Izakaya?
SALOON Cafe & Izakaya is at G/F, 196 Tai Nan St, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, in Sham Shui Po. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is SALOON Cafe & Izakaya?
SALOON Cafe & Izakaya is listed as a Japanese or Korean restaurant and is also tagged on Google as 咖啡店, 酒吧.
What are the opening hours of SALOON Cafe & Izakaya?
Published hours: Mon 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30, Tue 19:00–23:30, Wed 休館, Thu 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30, Fri 11:59–22:00, Sat–Sun 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30. Hours can change over Lunar New Year and other public holidays, and many businesses close while Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above or a Black Rainstorm Warning is in force, so call before a special trip.
Is SALOON Cafe & Izakaya open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday the hours are 12:00–18:00, 19:00–23:30. Most restaurants in Hong Kong open every day, though many close for a few days over Lunar New Year.
How can I pay, and is there a service charge?
Restaurants in Hong Kong generally take cash, Octopus, credit cards and e-payments (FPS, PayMe, AlipayHK, WeChat Pay HK), though it varies and some small places take cash only. Many restaurants add a 10% service charge; tipping beyond that is optional.
Do I need to book a table?
Usually not on weekdays, but booking helps on Friday and Saturday evenings, public holidays and festival days. The simplest way is to call 6626 4533. Many restaurants also take bookings by WhatsApp or online, for example via instagram.com.
How is SALOON Cafe & Izakaya rated on Google?
SALOON Cafe & Izakaya has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 73 reviews.
