Lung Fu Pao: Inside Hong Kong’s Boldest Japanese Bar & Yakitori Spot
Saucy, raunchy, and unapologetically loud — Lung Fu Pao is not a place you stumble into by accident. It’s the kind of spot that knows exactly what it is: bold, playful, and just a little bit scandalous. Inspired by Hong Kong’s notorious adult magazines, this 18+ bar-restaurant on Elgin Street throws subtlety out the window and turns every wall, ceiling, and cocktail into a tongue-in-cheek adventure.
The moment you walk through the door, you’re hit with sensory overload. Vintage pin-ups and cheeky graphics fill the space, pages from the original Lung Fu Pao magazine line the ceiling, and even the bathrooms are a nod to its risqué roots. It’s disorienting, hilarious, and somehow still incredibly stylish.
A place where chaos and craftsmanship meet under the same neon glow. And while the décor might steal your attention at first, the food quickly takes centre stage. The kitchen serves up an inventive take on modern Japanese dining; buttery sashimi, loaded rolls, and perfectly grilled yakitori that deliver on flavour as much as flair. Every plate is designed for sharing, talking, and maybe snapping a few photos before diving in.
At the bar, the menu reads like a dare. Cocktails with names like Morning Wood, Once a Month, and Wet Dreams aren’t just made to make you blush, they’re actually really good. Each one blends cheeky humour with serious mixology, mixing Japanese spirits, fruit infusions, and just enough mischief to keep things interesting.
It’s this balance of humour and hedonism that defines the Lung Fu Pao experience.
This clip dives straight into the chaos of the bar itself — glowing cocktails, cheeky décor, and the buzz that builds as the night goes on. Together, they say more than any words could about what makes Lung Fu Pao tick. Check out Lung Fu Pao’s deals through @dont.eat.yet
Another video captures it perfectly! Flashes of neon, laughter echoing over clinking glasses, and that irresistible, anything-goes energy that only exists here. Click here to unlock offers from @housikahh
Look a little closer and you’ll find another layer behind the mischief. One of the founders is a tattoo artist, and his signature irezumi-style illustrations appear throughout the space from wall art to staff uniforms, which you can actually buy. It ties everything together: a mix of local grit, Japanese edge, and creative rebellion that feels uniquely Hong Kong.
Lung Fu Pao isn’t a place for everyone, but for those who like their dinners with a side of shock value and a splash of sake, it’s an experience worth every raised eyebrow. Go for the food, stay for the chaos and leave with stories you probably shouldn’t tell too loudly.
Address: 47B Elgin Street, Central, Soho, Hong Kong
Hours: Monday to Saturday: 5pm - 12am
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Note: The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
