Amical

Amical

 

1/F, 1 Sun Street, Wanchai, Hong Kong

Date of visit : 3 Feb 2013 (Sun) 4pm 
No. of diners : 4
Average cost per head : $75
Food quality : 8/10
Environment : 8/10
Service : 8/10
Value-for-money : 8/10
Overall rating : 8/10

This is a hidden gem in the quite Sun/Moon/Star Street area. Run by the same owner of Café Corridor and Café Assembly, they serve own roasted coffee beans with its own character.

Coffee is the mainstream item on the drink list and you will go to the wrong place if you are not a coffee fans. The environment is nice especially the balcony when on a pleasant day. The barista is knowledgeable with the coffee beans, however, don’t expect a chat at peak hours such as a weekend afternoon.

a) Caffè shakerato / Caffè shakerato with cucumber syrup ($40/$45) – 8.5/10

This iced espresso coffee with a layer of foam is a refreshing drink in summer. Apart from the cucumber syrup, you can also pick from a few other Monin syrup such as crème brûlée but cucumber goes very well with this drink. Having said that, I still prefer fresh cucumber juice and avoid the over sweetened taste.

b) Caffè latte / Caffè latte with cucumber syrup ($40/$45) – 8.5/10

The coffee is smooth with good aroma, and you can request for a funny latte art when time permits.

c) Hand brewed Hawaii Kona Coffee ($60) – 6/10

Apart from the house beans, there sit a few choices of special coffee beans where you can order. This Hawaii Kona beans is with a special note of toast or raisin bread, however, the scent is weakened after brewed especially when served hot. Coffee filter cloth instead of filter paper was used for better retention of the coffee taste.

d) Cheese cake ($40) – 7/10

Amical serves 2 to 3 bakery. The texture of this cheese cake tasted like a quiche with intense egg flavor, not my favourite.

e) Banana muffin ($25) – 7/10

Could tell from the texture that much real banana was used for the muffin. Light and moist, however, I would prefer more butter to intensify the flavour.

Q : When will I go again?

A : On a weekday afternoon by myself or with a couple of friends.

Q: What will I next order?

A : Hot chocolate or special roasted coffee beans.

02.2013