Faan Hup

79 Botanic Ave, Belfast BT7 1JL, United Kingdom
+44 7483 942647
$$$ Cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafe)
(77 Reviews)
Price Range £10–20

Step into Faan Hup, a delightful cha chaan teng nestled at 79 Botanic Ave in Belfast, where the vibrant flavors of Hong Kong come alive. This Hong Kong-style café serves not just food, but a slice of culture, providing an authentic dining experience without the need for a long-haul flight.

The atmosphere at Faan Hup is warm and welcoming; think cozy booths and friendly staff ready to guide you through a tantalizing menu. Here, each dish is crafted with care, transporting your tastebuds directly to the bustling streets of Hong Kong. Whether you're a seasoned fan of Asian cuisine or a curious newcomer, you'll feel right at home.

Indulge in their signature noodles, particularly the 大蝦炒烏冬 (£14.00) where succulent prawns mingle with perfectly cooked udon, winking at you with a glossy stir-fry finish. For those seeking comfort in a sandwich, you can't go wrong with the Crispy Chicken Sandwich With Chips (£10.00) or the Panko Pork Chop Sandwich (£10.00); both are generously portioned, crispy and oh-so-satisfying. Adventurous eaters will appreciate the 香煎雞扒咖哩雜菜飯 (£13.00), where tender chicken is crowned with curry and a medley of veggies—a delightful tip of the hat to traditional values paired with modern flair.

What truly elevates Faan Hup’s offerings is the rave of satisfied customers. Take it from Fion Chan, who said, “Save yourselves a flight to Asia and get AUTHENTIC Chinese food here in Faan Hup!” Her heartfelt gratitude resonates with anyone who's craved genuine Hong Kong flavors. Daniel Crawford praised the restaurant's exquisite Hong Kong-style French toast, a must-try that pairs beautifully with the Crispy Chicken Leg with Salad. Regular visitor Bruce L concurs, declaring the food at Faan Hup rivals what you'd find in the heart of Hong Kong itself.

With service that is as enthusiastic as the dishes themselves, you will be treated like family. Friendly staff members go beyond the norm to ensure your dining experience exceeds expectations; Terry Lawlor marveled at how attentive the team was, while still providing spot-on recommendations that made her meal unforgettable.

Faan Hup is a hidden gem worth discovering in Belfast. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner exploration, this café brings the spirit of Hong Kong’s bustling dining scene straight to your plate. Remember to come hungry and ready to savor each delightful dish!

Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Dining options
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Parking
Openings Hours

Monday

12:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

12:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Friday

12:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 AM - 06:00 PM

77 Reviews
Fion Chan

11 Sep 2025

Save yourselves a flight to Asia and get AUTHENTIC Chinese food (specifically Hong Kong food) here in Faan Hup! I am born and raised in Hong Kong and I brought my parents to this place. We all loved it soo soo much! We first got beef stir fried rice noodles, beef satay soup noodles and baked chicken rice for lunch. They are all very good that we all decided to have dinner here again on the same day. For dinner we ordered their fried chicken, soup noodles and honey wings. Again they were absolutely amazing! If you are here for the first time I would recommed the following: Combo meal: fried chicken thighs with fruit salad with Hong Kong style french toast. (They have the best fried chicken you've ever tasted, crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside! Hong Kong style french toast is filled with peanut butter, deep fried and topped with sweetened milk!) Main: beef stir fried rice noodles (乾炒牛河) Drinks: Hong Kong style milk tea (this is a very smooth and concentrated milk tea but really really iconic Hong Kong drink!) and iced red bean drink. Snacks: pineapple bun (there is no pineapple in this bun, it got its name from the crispy butter crust on the bun which resembles the look of a pineapple. Please give this restaurant a try and even my frog Ricky enjoys their milk tea a lot!

tang yt

26 Aug 2025

Authentic Hong Kong dish, service is top notch, very welcoming and friendly staff. And the food is excellent, would definitely come back if I’m in Belfast again!

Hann Lam Woo

05 Aug 2025

Great spot to scratch the Asian food itch! The food here is really delicious and makes sense why they were full on a Saturday afternoon. The fried chicken was on point! It was crispy to the taste and you can even hear the crunch when you try to cut the chicken. The Singapore fried noodles was fried well with a good hint of spice for spice lovers. Hong Kong milk tea was smooth and has a strong tea flavor. Overall, would come back again and love how proactive their service staff is. They are friendly and helpful when it comes to understating the menu.

Daniel Crawford

05 Aug 2025

Card accepted. Lovely food with great service. Portion sizes and flavours are great. I love the Hong Kong style French toast and coming back a few times to work through the menu. This is the french toast and crispy chicken leg, with curry sauce, fried egg and drive.

Kel R Choi

31 Jul 2025

This is the authentic HongKong taste!! I will definitely suggest to anyone who love Hong Kong Style or who miss the HK style food! We will definitely come back again!

H B

26 Jul 2025

I went there with some colleagues on our lunch break. The staff went above and beyond to ensure we have a great time, that our orders are exactly what we want, they really took great care of us. I recommend the French toast, it was absolutely marvellous, we couldn't stop praising it.

Bruce L

21 Jul 2025

This restaurant extremely busy during Monday to Saturday, occasionally long wait for a free table. Usually less busy at Sunday with no wait. We’ve ordered HK Style French Toast, Beef Satay meal , Stir Fry Ho Fun with Beef , Baked Tomato Pork Chop Rice and Crispy Chicken Leg + Salad, and all of the foods are delicious matching standards or sometimes even better than the ones in Hong Kong with rapid service during busy hours with very traditional decorations in the restaurant. Definitely recommend and I’ll come back for more delicious food.

Terry Lawlor

02 Jun 2025

Such a lovely lunch in Faan Hup today. Really welcoming staff who were attentive, polite and took great care to explain the specials and the menu to me. There were a load of specials prepped and I'd loved to have tried the spicy pork and aubergine but I'd heard about the Satay soup. So I chose the set meal of beef satay noodle soup, lemon tea and French toast. It was fantastic and even better, it was £13. Creamy peanut beef and a beef noodle soup. The French toast was so buttery and sweet. Light, but so so filling

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