heritage 1888, Wan Chai

In an enchanting blend of history, culture, and gastronomic excellence, Wan Chai's beloved Woo Cheong Pawn Shop is set to embark on a new journey as "Heritage 1888." This vibrant four-storey icon, renowned for its traditional veranda façade on Johnston Road, is being reborn in the spirit of the fun-loving "la dolce vita," celebrated in Rome during the 1960s and 70s and immortalized by film director Federico Fellini.

Formerly housing the modern British restaurant The Pawn and Neapolitan pasticceria Crust, the building is undergoing a transformation, paying homage to the legendary actress Sophia Loren. Scheduled for a grand reopening in mid-April, Heritage 1888 is set to dazzle with its glamorous reinvention, featuring four distinct dining and entertainment concepts spread across its several floors, marking a significant milestone in Hong Kong's gastronomic scene.