Another classy restaurant that offers the best in French cuisine that Hong Kong has to offer is Restaurant Petrus.  Located at the 56th level of the Island Shangri-la in Hong Kong, the restaurant presents a great view of the city and Victoria Harbor. which is ideal for a special dinner and important occasions.  The interiors are also designed with a stylish and luxurious continental design, which complements the great view from the restaurant.

You have several choices of French cuisine from the menu.  For example, you can order the roast Dublin bay prawns, braised rabbit shoulder, and the roast Aveyron lamb rack for the main dish.  You also have a selection of cheeses from Bernard Antony, a legend when it comes to gourmet cheese.  Also, Restaurant Petrus prides itself in having one of the most extensive wine collections in Asia.  If that is not enough to convince you, the restaurant also has a one-star rating from the Michelin Guide and was given the *Best Award of Excellence* by the Wine Spectator for Petrus’ wine selection.  Good food is to be expected when you dine at Petrus.

The dress code for the restaurant is smart casual for lunch, while a jacket is required during dinner time.  Jeans are not allowed, and so is smoking.  Hong Kong restaurants are all required to be smoke-free.  If you ask about the price, you know that it’s going to cost you.  Wherever you are, classy French dinners don’t come cheap.  The essential thing with classy restaurants is to get your money’s worth.  Though Petrus charges a premium, you’re not shortchanged when it comes to the food, the service, and the wine.  This is why Restaurant Petrus currently enjoys a loyal following among foreign and local diners alike.


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