8 Best Mentaiko Baguettes in Hong Kong, Recommended by Threads Users

The mentaiko (spicy cod roe) baguette craze is sweeping Hong Kong! A number of popular bakeries have launched their own mentaiko baguettes, including local favorites Heung Lok Bakery, Katrina Bakery, Bakery Studio and A-1 Bakery, plus Japanese chain Truffle Bakery — all trending on Threads. Share this list with the mentaiko lovers in your life!

1. Heung Lok Bakery (HK$22)

Heung Lok Bakery's mentaiko baguette has long been well received. Built on a crispy French baguette, it is filled with a savory, rich mentaiko paste that is slightly spicy and aromatic. Tip: re-bake at about 180°C for 3–5 minutes for an even crispier crust and stronger flavor. Locations: San Po Kong, Kowloon Bay, Yuen Long, Tsuen Wan, Lai Chi Kok, Ngau Tau Kok.

2. Truffle Bakery (HK$37)

Tokyo chain Truffle Bakery is famous for its white truffle salt croissants, but its mentaiko baguette is also well reviewed in Hong Kong. While not flashy in appearance, the mentaiko flavor is rich and well balanced with the baguette's chew. Locations: Causeway Bay flagship, MOKO Mong Kok, SOGO, ifc Central.

3. Katrina Bakery (HK$15)

Katrina Bakery's torched mentaiko Vietnamese baguette uses 100% Fukuoka mentaiko. Crispy on the outside with a rich, aromatic mentaiko paste and a chewy baguette — very satisfying! Locations: Yau Ma Tei, Jordan, Ho Man Tin.

4. Bakery Studio (HK$25)

Bakery Studio's mentaiko baguette has Threads users raving it is "the best mentaiko baguette in Hong Kong"! Golden, crispy exterior with a hint of butter aroma and an abundant, savory mentaiko filling. Locations: North Point, Causeway Bay.

5. A-1 Bakery (HK$17)

A-1 Bakery's Fukuoka mentaiko baguette is big and great value, once sparking a buying frenzy! Crispy outside, soft inside, generously spread with Fukuoka mentaiko paste — mildly spicy and richly savory. Multiple locations, check the official website.

6. Bagutte (HK$25)

Bagutte's mentaiko baguette is praised by many Threads users. The crust is chewy and crisp, the inside soft and moist, the mentaiko paste rich and savory, with seaweed powder adding a Japanese touch. Locations: Jordan, Tsuen Wan, Wan Chai, Sai Wan, Taikoo.

7. taste+bakery (HK$24)

The newly opened taste+bakery in Tin Hau has earned many positive reviews online, with Threads users calling it "the best mentaiko baguette I have had so far"! The baguette is baked golden and crispy, packed with mentaiko paste on both the surface and inside — a delight for mentaiko fans. Address: Tin Hau.

8. Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel's XXL Mentaiko Baguette (HK$168)

Kowloon Shangri-La Hotel has launched an XXL jumbo mentaiko baguette measuring a full 33cm! Each baguette is evenly coated in rich mentaiko paste, crispy outside and soft and chewy inside — unforgettable.