Stepping into the Peak Crab Season! From Premium Hand-Peeled Crab Roe to Classic Steamed Freshness, It's Time for Crab Lovers to Plan an Autumn Feast

With the autumn breeze comes the season of plump crab and rich, golden roe! This autumn, top restaurants and popular specialty shops across the city are rolling out limited-edition hairy crab menus and luxurious feasts. Whether you want to enjoy modern crab roe dishes with views of Victoria Harbour, relish freshly delivered molten crab roe delicacies at home, or savor traditional Huaiyang crab creations crafted with techniques inherited from state chefs, this guide rounds up 5 must-try hairy crab options to satisfy your cravings.

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Hairy crab recommendation 1. Hutong: Fiery crab aromas with Victoria Harbour views

Known for its authentic Northern Chinese flavors and fiery Sichuan cuisine, Hutong is presenting a limited-time hairy crab menu from October 19 to November 30. The culinary team has designed seven seasonal hairy crab dishes that highlight classic Chinese cooking techniques. Standouts include thin-skinned, juicy Steamed Crab Roe Xiaolongbao (HK$ 198 for 3 pieces), Crispy Rice with Crab Roe and Scallops (HK$ 348 for 3 pieces), aromatic Crab Shell Stuffed with Dan Dan Sauce (HK$ 288), and plump Steamed Hairy Crab (HK$ 498 each), which preserves the crab’s natural sweetness. Don’t miss the rich Lobster and Crab Roe Tofu (HK$ 648) and the crispy, savory Emerald Shrimp Noodles with Crab Roe (HK$ 288 per person) to enjoy these autumn delicacies alongside a breathtaking night view.

Hutong
Address: 18/F, H Zentre, 15 Middle Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Available dates: October 19 to November 30, 2026

Hairy crab recommendation 2. GeYuan: Eight-course classic Huaiyang hairy crab feast

Located in Tsim Sha Tsui’s Harbour City, the celebrity dining hotspot GeYuan sees Executive Chef Tsang Chiu-leung and Huaiyang Head Chef Prince Lok join forces to launch two premium crab feasts: the “6-Tael Hairy Crab 8-Course Golden Autumn Feast” (promotional price HK$ 598 per person, minimum 2 people) and the “7-Tael Hairy Crab Business Feast” (promotional price HK$ 1,288 per person, minimum 2 people). Emphasizing original flavors and freshly hand-shelled crab roe, the menu features classic dishes like Braised Shark’s Fin with Crab Roe, Sautéed Shrimp Balls with Egg White and Crab Roe, Steamed Jiangsu Hairy Crab, and Whole Crab Roe Xiaolongbao. The courses are paired with warming ingredients and ginger tea soup dumplings to balance the cooling nature of the crab, perfectly capturing the light, balanced essence of Huaiyang cuisine.

GeYuan
Address: Shop 3202, 3/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, 25 Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Available dates: From October 1, 2026

Hairy crab recommendation 3. Garden Lounge at The Murray, Hong Kong: “Shanghai Crab Scent” hairy crab dinner

Garden Lounge at The Murray, Hong Kong has launched a new “Shanghai Crab Scent” Hairy Crab Dinner (HK$ 798 per person), crafted by Chinese Cuisine and Banquet Deputy Executive Chef Chan Fu-wing. The menu features Jiangsu hairy crabs packed with rich and creamy roe. The appetizer platter includes Chilled Marinated Crab Meat Jelly, Black Truffle Crab Meat and Avocado Balls, and sweet-and-sour Passion Fruit. The main event is the plump Steamed Jiangsu Hairy Crab (an approximately 5 to 5.5-tael male crab), followed by Emerald Shrimp Balls with Crab Roe and Crispy Rice, and Braised Rice Rolls with Crab Roe in Clay Pot. The meal finishes with warming Sesame Glutinous Rice Balls in Ginger Tea, delivering an experience that blends contemporary Cantonese cuisine with luxury aesthetics.

Garden Lounge at The Murray, Hong Kong
Address: UG/F, The Murray, Hong Kong, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
Available dates: October 5 to November 30, 2026

Hairy crab recommendation 4. CHINESEOLOGY: Fine Cantonese delicacies under Mira Dining

CHINESEOLOGY, a high-end Cantonese restaurant under Mira Dining, is rolling out special delicacies for the autumn and winter seasons. The culinary team selects premium ingredients to create nourishing dishes that highlight their deep Cantonese culinary roots, drawing out the natural, fresh flavors of the season. Whether for a family gathering or a business banquet, the menu offers a high-quality dining experience tailored for autumn.

CHINESEOLOGY
Address: Shop 3001, 3/F, Hong Kong Station, Central
Phone: 6809 2299

Hairy crab recommendation 5. Crabtastic: Authenticated Taihu Lake crabs, fresh crab roe delicacies delivered to your door

Want to host a crab feast with friends at home? The highly popular Instagram shop Crabtastic is a perfect choice. The brand has its own crab farm in Suzhou’s Taihu Lake, and each hairy crab comes with an anti-counterfeit tag and a certificate of authenticity. Beyond delivering freshly prepared hairy crabs in styles like Steamed, Salt-Baked, Oil-Salt-Baked, and Drunken with Huadiao Wine, they offer a massive variety of packaged crab roe foods. The lineup includes Chiu Chow-style hand-beaten “Lava Hairy Crab Roe Beef Balls,” molten pork balls, crab roe xiaolongbao, and premium gold-grade hairy crab roe.

They also offer the popular “Hairy Crab Roe and Sea Urchin Don,” which once sold over a thousand bowls in a single day. Delivered via their own temperature-controlled cold chain vehicles, you can enjoy a luxurious crab feast at home anytime!

Crabtastic

Address: G/F, 48B Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

After reading through these hairy crab feasts and crab roe recommendations, which one whets your appetite the most? Take advantage of the crab season and book a feast with your family and friends!

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