Artemis & Apollo restaurant review: classic Greek cuisine in Wan Chai, Hong Kong
- Inspired by traditional tavernas, Artemis & Apollo has a laid-back vibe – and a decent list of Greek and Lebanese wines – ideal for long weekend lunches
- Signature dishes include saganaki platanos, tzatziki, seasoned lamb chops and prawn saganaki – flambeed with ouzo at the table
FARE Inspired by traditional tavernas, Artemis & Apollo specialises in signature Greek dishes.
AMBIENCE From the jars of sun-dried tomatoes and Kechribari Retsina wine lining the white walls to the Greek-inspired art and decor, the place has an unhurried, laid-back vibe that’s perfect for long weekend lunches.
COST The menu is designed for sharing, with prices ranging from HK$58 for a cold meze dish to HK$688 for a kilogram of lamb chops.
WHO TO BRING As many friends as restaurant regulations allow, because sharing is caring.
TURN-ONS The saganaki platanos is a signature dish for a reason: it’s a delight of contrasts, the saltiness of the cheese pairing beautifully with the honey-poached apricot sauce, while the sear on the cheese gives the dish textural interest.
We loved the spectacle of the prawn saganaki, flambeed with ouzo at the table. The lamb chops (also sold by the half kilo) are the epitome of the simple Greek cooking the restaurant wants to exemplify. The chops are sliced thinner than what we’re used to but beautifully cooked and seasoned, and paired with refreshing tzatziki to cut through the fat.
The cheesecake, made from extra creamy labneh, is described as “fluffy” on the menu but we found it nicely creamy rather than airy, and we appreciated the generous sprinkling of fresh pomegranate seeds for balance.
TURN-OFFS The pricing is steep for small sharing dishes. A small pot of taramasalata is HK$88, and if you want a few slices of warm pita, it’s sold separately at HK$32. There’s a Greek village salad for HK$158 – more expensive than all the meat and seafood dishes bar the lamb and prawns.
DRINKS There’s a decent list of Greek wines supplemented with some Lebanese options with similar profiles to the Greek reds, as well as a Lebanese rose option. Cocktail lovers should try the ouzo options, particularly the one with watermelon and honey, crafted to complement dishes with the very same ingredients.
Artemis & Apollo, G/F, 9 & 11, Moon Street, Wan Chai, 2818 8681
