All egg waffles are good, but only a few are great. Here's our editor-approved list of places to get a taste of the best egg waffles in Hong Kong—including both traditional flavours and modern varieties
Much like siu mai and cheung fun, egg waffles are synonymous with Hong Kong and have long been one of the city’s most iconic and well-known street food snacks. Affectionately called gai daan zai by local food lovers, these bubble-shaped waffles are favoured for their rich egg fragrance and distinct texture: crispy on the outside, warm and fluffy inside—that makes for the best grab-to-go treats to satiate your sweet cravings.
And thanks to the ubiquity of street food stalls, egg waffles can be easily found everywhere—with that said, trying to find the most delicious creations can be a pretty overwhelming experience. So, to help you narrow it down a little, we’ve prepared a list of the very best places to get egg waffles in Hong Kong. Whether you are craving original egg flavours or modern varieties featuring flavoured fillings, here are the eateries that truly do the local snack justice.
If you ask any local foodie where the best gai daan zai in town are, you’re bound to hear the question, “Have you been to Mammy Pancake yet?" With over ten years of experience under its belt, you can trust that this Michelin-recommended establishment knows a thing or two about crafting quality egg waffles.
Using only the freshest ingredients without any artificial colourings or fillings, this place is best known for its wide selection of delicious flavours—ranging from the traditional egg flavour to unique options including chocolate chips, fresh lemon, and pandan chiffon. There’s also a host of interesting savoury flavours such as double cheese, sea salt seaweed and sweet corn, and pork floss to delight the modern palate.
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Mammy Pancake
Address: Shop 17, G/F, Leishun Court, 1-5 Haven Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong