Gaddi's
| Company type | Restaurant |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality, Food service |
| Founded | 1953 |
| Founder | Leo Gaddi |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong , China |
Key people | Albin Gobil (chef de cuisine) |
| Products | French haute cuisine |
Gaddi's is a distinguished French haute cuisine establishment situated within The Peninsula Hong Kong hotel. Founded in 1953 and named in honor of the former general manager Leo Gaddi, the restaurant is presently under the culinary direction of chef de cuisine Albin Gobil.
Decor
The design interior pays homage to colonial Hong Kong and complements the hotel's 1928 neoclassical architecture. It features European-inspired dining elements, including two grand six-foot crystal and silver chandeliers imported from Paris, luxurious Tai Ping carpets, and an antique 1670 Chinese coromandel screen. Notably, Gaddi's introduced Hong Kong’s inaugural chef's table, granting guests an exclusive perspective on the kitchen’s culinary processes.
Food
Offering traditional French gastronomy enhanced with creative European touches, Gaddi's menu highlights signature dishes such as:
- Raw-marinated foie gras accompanied by toasted brioche
- Twice-cooked pork belly paired with mustard risotto
- Bitter herb salad drizzled with balsamico sauce
- American Black Angus Sirloin baked under a rosemary and salt crust served alongside pea puree
- Roquefort fritters and pan-fried rye bread topped with melted Camembert and oscietra caviar
A curated ten-course tasting menu presents a selection of acclaimed specialties. The extensive wine cellar is recognized as one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious, featuring rare and exceptional vintages.
In a 2006 article focusing on romantic dining experiences, Alexandra Antonioni lauded Gaddi's for its unparalleled elegance and luxurious ambiance.
Recognitions
One Michelin star, Michelin Guide Hong Kong Macau 2021 2020 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurant Pinor – China's Wine List of The Year Awards 2018 Wine Spectator 2020 – Best of Award of Excellence Wine Luxe Magazine: Wine by The Glass Restaurant Awards Gold Medal 2020 Wine Luxe Magazine - Top 10 Wine Pairing Restaurant Awards 2020