Pici Central
Hong Kong
At a glance
Pici Central, located at 24-26 Aberdeen Street in the vibrant district of Central, Hong Kong, offers an inviting space for those seeking authentic Italian cuisine. This spot provides a warm and casual atmosphere that appeals to diners looking for a laid-back dining experience. The focus here is on fresh, handmade pasta complemented by a variety of classic Italian dishes.
The interior of Pici Central exudes a cozy charm that brings a slice of Italy to Hong Kong. With its approachable setting, it is well-suited for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings. The venue's relaxed ambiance makes it a versatile choice for various dining occasions, whether indulging in a simple meal after a day out or celebrating with friends over a hearty Italian feast.
Pici Central's location in Central makes it conveniently accessible for both locals and tourists. The restaurant embodies a commitment to quality, featuring dishes made from carefully selected ingredients. This establishment is ideal for lovers of Italian cuisine who appreciate the simplicity and depth of traditional recipes brought to life through contemporary techniques.
This venue is best suited for those who enjoy a straightforward dining experience without the need for elaborate decorations or presentation. Pici Central caters not only to Italian food enthusiasts but also appeals to anyone looking for a comforting meal in a vibrant part of Hong Kong. This spot offers a genuine taste of Italy that’s both satisfying and uncomplicated.
Reviews
Had a wonderful meal at Pici today! The food was delicious, especially the pasta, and everything we ordered was excellent. A special thanks to Rash for the amazing service. She was so friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our meal, which made the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. We had a great time and will definitely come back!
Was craving Italian food and saw this place on Maps right next to PMQ. It’s a fresh pasta bar and for the month of July they were doing a special collab with Korean chef Napoli Matfia (winner of Culinary Chef Wars S1). We tried his Ravioli with Galbi, which was really flavorful but definitely on the sweeter side. The King prawn pasta was also quite tasty and the texture of the squid ink pasta was great. The raspberry panna cotta was another highlight, definitely preferred it over the tiramisu. Service was very friendly (shoutout to our server June, who was incredibly attentive and even took a free Polaroid of us:)) and food arrived much faster than we expected, despite it being a relatively busy Wednesday night. We were a group of 3, got here at 6:30pm, and were seated immediately. Overall great dinner experience!
Had an absolutely wonderful evening here! The food quality and service were top-notch—every single dish was outstanding. A special shoutout to Ras, who is an amazing staff member. He was incredibly attentive and even treated us to coffee, which was such a lovely gesture! The vibe of the restaurant was fantastic, especially when the whole team gathered to sing and celebrate a guest's birthday. The atmosphere was so energetic and heartwarming. Will definitely "encall" and visit again soon!
We had the Set Dinner for 2 and the portions were just right. The pastas, Orecchiette Nduja and Pappardelle Beef Cheek, were delicious, while the appetizers, Burrata Cheese & Pantesca Salad, were decent. The complimentary bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar was a nice touch, and both the Tiramisu and Panna Cotta were excellent. Special thanks to Rash for her attentive service and thoughtful gesture of complimentary sparkling wine. Overall, a great dining experience.
We had a wonderful Family Day brunch for four at Pici Central! A huge thank you to Rash, who took amazing care of us. Her service was incredibly intuitive, she automatically refilled our water and free-flow drinks without us even having to ask, and she knew the exact perfect timing to serve our dessert. The food was brilliant. The appetizers come in perfect small portions, which allowed us to taste all 6 available that day. Our absolute favorites were the Mushroom Meatballs, Burrata Cheese, and Vitello Tonnato. For mains, we ordered our usual Pappardelle Beef Cheek; it is consistently excellent and the beef is so tender. We also tried the limited-edition Crab & Prawn Mac & Cheese, and it was fantastic. It comes with two big prawns on top (with so much flavour in the prawn heads!), and the pasta is packed with crab meat and rich seafood flavour. It smelled amazing the second it was served. Despite being beautifully rich and creamy, it was not overly heavy or cloying at all. Highly recommend!
