Review: Kam's Roast Goose | Hong Kong
I arrived in Hong Kong in late November, the time when many Americans choose to celebrate Thanksgiving. It was with this mindset that I decided I wanted to try roast goose while in HK. Not only did I want to try roast goose, I wanted to make sure I had the BEST roast goose Hong Kong had to offer. So, obviously I had to eat multiple geese from multiple shops. Let’s start with Kam’s.
The exterior of Kam’s
Kam’s was recommended to me by a friend as well as the handy dandy Michelin Guide. Located in Wan Chai on Hong Kong Island, Kam’s Roast Goose boasts one Michelin star. While they offer more than just goose, it’s obviously the specialty of the restaurant so you’ll have to get there on the early side to ensure you don’t miss out.
It had just rained and there was still a bit of a drizzle. Despite this, there was still a line out the door when we arrived. I noticed a small sign saying I needed to go into the restaurant to place an order, so I had my friends hold a place in line as I made my way into the shop, determined to nab a juicy goose. Once I got inside, they quickly told me all of the whole goose was gone, so I would have to settle for a half. We had a party of three so I was a bit nervous about this but we didn’t have a choice. I headed back outside into the cold and saw that the line had gotten even longer, but the people behind us were quickly shooed away by the staff who said we had gotten the last goose. Victory!
Grab a number from inside so they hold a goose for you
The line moved fast and we were soon inside. We sat at around table which we had to share with others and even though we had already ordered, we were handed menus in case we wanted not goose. I knew I had to stay focus on the main goal so I asked for a side of rice and called it a day.
We got the half goose
Less than 10 minutes later, the goose came. Juicy, fatty, glistening under the restaurant lights… My mouth started watering as soon as I saw it. I wondered if the goose would taste similar to duck and if the skin would be crispy. I wondered if the fat would melt in my mouth or need to be pulled off. I wondered, I wondered, and then I ate.
The restaurant is small with only about 30 seats
I have to say, Kam’s Roast Goose was the best goose … ever. The juices dripped down my chin, the fat melted in my mouth, the skin had a slight crisp to it. The flavor was everything I imagined a holiday goose might taste like. The word “plump” entered my head as I indulged in another piece.
Half a goose — full of goodness
I used the rice to soak up the extra juices because I didn’t want a single drop wasted. I was hungry for more but the dish was so heavy I felt content. Half a goose was just enough for the three of us. We probably could have gone for a whole one, but we would have definitely felt guilty after.
Kam’s Roast Goose is a must-have for anyone visiting Hong Kong. It’s cheap, it’s recognized, and it’s delicious.
TOTAL COST: $280HKD ($36 USD)
I paid $12 USD since there were three of us
Cash or Octopus Card only
226 Hennessy Road
Wan Chai
Hong Kong
