Lola Maria Wan Chai is now officially open on Gresson Street in Wan Chai, bringing its signature balance of Spanish tradition and bold creativity to a lively street brimming with market stalls. Acclaimed Chef Edgard Sanuy Barahona founded and conceptualised this second home for Lola Maria, introducing Wan Chai-exclusive dishes and neighbourhood-sourced ingredients in a relaxed setting designed for sharing and gathering.
Created for Wan Chai, Inspired by the Neighbourhood
The name Lola Maria brings together two complementary sides of the Spanish dining experience. “Lola” lends a bold, contemporary touch, while “Maria” keeps the cooking rooted in tradition and the warmth of a shared table. After its successful debut on Hollywood Road early this year, Lola Maria’s new address takes cues from the surrounding neighbourhood, with ingredients sourced from the nearby market making their way onto the menu, and a design that echoes the Hollywood Road sibling while embracing a more relaxed, breezy atmosphere.
The opening menu stays true to the playful, classic spirit that has always defined Lola Maria, while opening an entirely new chapter. Beloved favourites from Hollywood Road sit alongside dishes created exclusively for Wan Chai, from an enticing selection of pintxos and cured meats to seafood and meat small plates, rice dishes and fideuà, and vegetarian offerings.
Perfect for the social grazer, the expanded Pintxos lineup brings small, shareable bites built for the table. Rusa Salad Crispy Cone (HK$35) reimagines the classic Spanish potato salad, piping its creamy, tangy filling into a crisp, golden cone for a playful contrast of textures in a single bite. The “Broken Egg” with Chorizo and Potato Foam (HK$58) pairs a soft, slow-cooked egg yolk with airy potato foam and smoky, paprika-stained chorizo, offering a playful combination of comforting flavours and contrasting textures. Meanwhile, the Octopus “Bomba” Fritter (HK$49) stars slow-braised octopus so tender it nearly melts, wrapped in a delicate fried shell and finished with a touch of spicy warmth, a nod to the classic “bomba” of Barcelona’s tapas bars.
The seafood selection includes Cured White Anchovies (HK$75), offering a clean, briny bite with a light touch of vinegar. For a warm plate, Seared Seabass with Piquillo Mayonnaise and Charred Lettuce (HK$155) pairs crisp-skinned fish with sweet pepper notes and the fresh crunch of charred lettuce.
Designed as a sharing centrepiece, the Lobster Rice (HK$388) brings tender lobster meat together with rice cooked in a rich lobster bisque, delivering layers of briny sweetness. Another exclusive highlight, the Grilled Ibérico Pork “Abanico” with romesco al PX, Green Apple (HK$198) pairs well-marbled pork with romesco enriched with Pedro Ximénez sherry, served skewer-style for easy sharing.
Bringing the experience to a sweet crescendo, the Gresson Street Fruit & Cocktail Salad (HK$105) takes its name from the restaurant’s address, pairing fresh fruit sourced from the street’s market with cocktail-inspired notes. Lemon, Verbena & Extra Virgin Olive Oil (HK$85) offers bright citrus and herbal flavours rounded out by the gentle pepperiness of olive oil.
and Potato Foam (HK$58)
A New Weekday Set Lunch at Both Lola Maria Locations
Starting 9 November, Lola Maria introduces a new dedicated weekday set lunch priced at HK$188 for two courses and HK$238 for three courses, launching on the same day at both the Hollywood Road and Wan Chai addresses.
Highlights include a chilled Gazpacho with Watermelon, a refreshing take on the Spanish classic, and Seafood Black Rice, featuring squid-ink rice finished with silky all-i-oli. Optional additions include wine, coffee or tea, and a sorbet of the day.
The set lunch will be served Monday to Friday from noon until 3 pm.
Lola Maria Wan Chai will open for dinner only from today to 8 November, with lunch service beginning on 9 November.
With its new weekday set lunch and a varied à la carte menu designed for sharing, Lola Maria Wan Chai offers different ways to gather around the table. Nearby office workers and neighbours can enjoy a two- or three-course lunch, while evenings invite friends, colleagues and families to explore Wan Chai-exclusive dishes together, from pintxos and seafood small plates to generous sharing centrepieces. Warm hospitality and a relaxed setting make the new address equally suited to a casual catch-up or a leisurely meal to discover the flavours of its neighbourhood.
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