Venues in Mong Kok

Getting there

Mong Kok is one of the best-connected places in Hong Kong. Mong Kok station is on the Tsuen Wan and Kwun Tong lines, with exits on both sides of Nathan Road. Mong Kok East on the East Rail line is handy from the eastern New Territories, and Prince Edward is a few minutes' walk north.

Bus and minibus routes are everywhere, including overnight buses. Driving is not recommended: parking is scarce and traffic is heavy.

What venues are like here

Venues are mainly in commercial buildings and on the upper floors of older residential blocks. Units are generally small, so the common types are party rooms for four to ten, mahjong rooms, board game rooms and compact photo studios. Many are carefully decorated and built around photo corners, consoles or karaoke.

Because they sit close to homes, some venues set limits on noise and hours, and older buildings may have small lifts or none at all. On the plus side, food and convenience stores are right downstairs, and the streets stay busy late into the night.

What it's good for

• Small birthdays and get-togethers: friends from anywhere in Hong Kong can get here easily.
• Couples and small groups: smaller rooms feel cosy, and there is plenty to do afterwards.
• Graduation nights and late events: easy to get home from when the party ends.

For more space, try Prince Edward, Tai Kok Tsui or Kwun Tong in Kowloon East.

Practical tips

• Agree on an exit: Mong Kok station has many exits and dense crowds, so name the exit when you meet.
• Expect weekend crowds: the Ladies' Market and Langham Place area is packed at weekends; allow extra time if you are carrying things.
• Food is easy: restaurants, supermarkets and convenience stores are everywhere.
• Plan for stairs: in walk-up buildings, have enough hands to carry drinks and the cake.