March 19th, 2025 to May 4th, 2025
For many, the Hong Kong-style café (茶餐廳, Cha Chaan Teng) was a place of simple joys—a quick meal before school, a weekend breakfast with family, or late-night comfort food after a long day. These cafés were a cultural cornerstone—fast, unpretentious, and unapologetically fusion.
At Missing Chopsticks, we are bringing this iconic part of Hong Kong culture into the world of modern French fine dining—a first-of-its-kind tasting menu that elevates the flavors of Cha Chaan Teng nostalgia into a truly refined culinary experience.
APPETIZER
LA BORSCHT SOUP
with sour dough, braised beef , frisee herbs salad
A rich and comforting Cha Chaan Teng staple, slow-braised beef and tangy tomato meld into a deeply flavorful broth, complemented by crispy sourdough and a frisée herb salad for a fresh contrast.
SECOND COURSE
HAM & CHEESE MACARONI
with black truffle chicken jus & double chicken bouillon.
The ultimate HK café comfort dish, refined. House-made chicken bouillon is elevated with black truffle chicken jus, enveloping tender macaroni and savory ham in layers of rich umami depth.
Optional Add-Ons
Seared Scallops (3pcs) with Chef’s Seasonal Garnishes / $29
MAIN COURSE
CRISPY TROUT
with roasted corn, sauce gribiche , chive.
A nod to the Hong Kong-style café’s take on Western seafood dishes, this perfectly crisped trout is paired with roasted corn and a velvety sauce gribiche, balancing crunch with creaminess.
Optional Substitutions
World Famous Beef Wellington / $40 (pre order required, minimum 2 orders)
DESSERT
MISO CARAMEL FRENCH TOAST
with HK Style Milk Tea Ice Cream
The Cha Chaan Teng’s iconic thick-cut toast, now reimagined with buttery miso caramel, crisp edges, and a scoop of HK-style milk tea ice cream, blending nostalgia with indulgence.
$88pp
February 20th, 2025 to March 16th, 2025
Vancouver’s seasons have always had a playful nature—one day, the crisp air hints at winter’s lingering embrace, and the next, a teasing glimpse of spring emerges in the breeze. This menu is our way of capturing this fleeting moment—the in-between, where warmth and freshness start to intertwine, yet the heartier comforts of winter still hold their ground.
Each dish is designed to reflect the transition from winter to spring—balancing depth and richness with brightness and renewal.
Appetizer:
Dungeness Crab, Yuzu Kosho Mayo, Dashi Compressed Kumato & Dashi Gelée
A dish where the ocean meets the first breath of spring. The sweet, delicate crab is elevated by a citrus-kissed yuzu kosho mayo, while dashi-infused kumato tomatoes bring depth, mirroring the contrast between the seasons.
Add-on Option:
Seared Hokkaido Scallops Risotto / +$29
Main Course:
MC Signature Chicken, Chicken Ballotine, Potato Fondant, Spicy Sausage & Green Onion Chicken Jus
This dish embodies the warmth we still crave, with succulent chicken, buttery potato fondant, and a rich, umami-packed spicy sausage green onion jus—a perfect bridge between hearty comfort and the anticipation of lighter days ahead.
Main Course Upgrade Option:
Vancouver-Famous Beef Wellington / +$40 per person, minimum 2 orders
A timeless indulgence that needs no introduction
Dessert:
Banana Mousse, Banana Compote, Banana Ice Cream & Sponge Cake
As winter slowly melts into spring, we close this experience with a playful, nostalgic twist on classic flavors. Creamy banana mousse, silky banana ice cream, and airy sponge cake come together in a dessert that feels like sunshine on a plate.
$75 pp
TO SHARE
Caviar Platter $135 (Pre-order at booking or at least 24 hrs notice)
Osetra 30g + Homemade Blinis + Crackers + Condiments
**Menu items are subject to change based on seasonality and availability or at the culinary team’s discretion.