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Hong Kong Restaurants Innovate Venues and Menus Amid Mainland Competition
Hong Kong Restaurants Face Intensified Mainland Competition
Hong Kong's restaurant industry is grappling with intensified competition from mainland China. Since the border between Hong Kong and the mainland reopened after the pandemic, a growing number of Hongkongers have been heading north for dining options, escalating the competitive pressure. This trend has particularly impacted traditional Chinese restaurants, prompting many dining groups to seek innovative ways to remain viable.
Maxim's Group Reports Foot Traffic Drop, Drives Innovation
Maxim's restaurant group reported a 7-8 per cent drop in foot traffic since the border reopened. This decline has been especially pronounced in its Chinese restaurants. To maintain competitiveness, Maxim's Group and other similar companies are scrambling to innovate their menus and operational approaches, shifting away from traditional Chinese dining in a bid to adapt to the changing market landscape.
*Source: YouTube: SCMP (2026-04-03)*
