To say Hong Kong’ers like food is an understatement. The city is home to some of the most food-obsessed people on the planet and produces an exceptional line up of bars and restaurants ranging from the traditional to super-fancy fusion foods, each more drool-worthy than the next.
But as consumers become increasingly aware of their consumption habits and the environmental impact on their surroundings it’s ever important for restaurateurs and cafe-owners to make use of modern technology to stay ahead of the competition and create innovative digital loyalty programs to increase visits and revenue without having a negative impact on the environment.
Diners lose millions of paper loyalty cards every year. Creating even more environmental waste. And with diners missing out on their rewards.
Well not if you are a regular at one of these innovative Hong Kong-based cafes and restaurants. Thanks to Loopy Loyalty, they are leading the way, in a city that doesn’t sleep, and everyone is glued to their smartphone at all times.
Dr. Fern’s is a ridiculously cool and sophisticated speakeasy hidden away behind an intentionally misleading door in the basement of Landmark Atrium. A selection of more than 250 different gins from around the world — the largest selection in Hong Kong — set them apart from the many other gin bars we have in the city but something not many know is that this handsomely designed space already opens it’s doors at 2 PM in the afternoon to serve world-class coffees (in-house or takeaway) making it also the ideal place for a quiet meeting away from the office.
Dr. Fern will prescribe loyal visitors with a free caffeinated drink after collecting 8 stamps.
Add this stamp card to your phone: bit.ly/drfernsloyalty
Shop B31A, First Basement Floor, Landmark Atrium, 15 Queen’s Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2111 9449
Burger Circus
Burger Circus brings the convivial spirit of classic American diners to Hollywood Road in Central. A menu of freshly ground burgers, fries, sandwiches and sides is complemented by all-American desserts, milkshakes, flavourful house-made sodas, beer and wine. A playful and inviting train carriage-themed dining room pays homage to the original late-19th century American diners, which were operated out of abandoned railway cars, and welcomes guests from lunch until late.
Burger lovers can earn one stamp for each burger and enjoy a free burger after collecting six stamps!
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/vxbn4x
22 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong +852 2878 7787
Plat du Jour
Plat du Jour is a Parisian-style bistro that serves authentic French regional cuisine. In keeping with the restaurant’s name, the menu features daily changing specials and was created by renowned chef David Laris as part of his long-term collaboration with Swire Restaurants. Open for lunch and dinner daily, the restaurant’s cozy bistro atmosphere is not only ideal for business gatherings and private social occasions but it’s also a popular spot for many Quarry Bay office workers and locals to get their much-needed caffeine fix.
Plat du Jour rewards loyal customers with a complimentary coffee after collecting 9 stamps.
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/3vpb17
Shop 21, G/F Hoi Wan Street, Taikoo Place, Hong Kong +852 2789 4200
Stazione Novella
Located on the busy corner of SoHo’s Staunton and Aberdeen streets, Stazione Novella is a neighborhood Italian bar, that pays homage to the simple Italian wine bars around the train station in Florence — charming boltholes that welcome guests from morning to evening. The bustling venue reflects the vibrant, transient energy of its junction location, with guests coming and going throughout the day to grab fresh coffee or orange juice as well as an all-day menu of panini, bruschetta, salumi and cheeses made with premium ingredients imported from Italy.
Regulars can get one stamp for each coffee they purchase and once their card is full, the next coffee is on the house!
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/hkmv6d
52–56 Staunton St., Soho, Central, Hong Kong +852 2559 0559
Le Petit Saigon
Le Petit Saigon (little brother and next door neighbour to Saigonese grill house, Le Garçon Saigon) serves up the city’s most authentic Banh Mi Thit. Like the best Banh Mi Thit shops in Vietnam, Le Petit Saigon only serves one sandwich and like most typical Banh Mi shops, the sandwiches are offered for takeaway only — there is no indoor seating but guests are encouraged to perch on the stoop outside and enjoy their sandwiches curbside as they do in Vietnam.
Banh Mi Thit lovers are rewarded with a stamp for each sandwich they purchase and enjoy a free sandwich once they have collected 10 stamps.
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/7b55mj
16 Wing Fung Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong +8522455 2499
FOODBOX is a popular takeaway food concept with locations in Sheung Wan, Central and Lai Chi Kok offering healthy, comfort sandwiches and salad boxes with soup. Their lunches come in an easy box and are made fresh to order and absolutely perfect for the fast-paced, modern worker who appreciates traditional flavors and quality, even on the go.
Regular visitors to the Lai Chi Kok location are rewarded with a free FOODBOX for every ten meals purchased.
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/a48h0q
Shop 102, 1/F, D2 Place ONE, 9 Cheung Yee Street
Lai Chi Kwok, Hong Kong +852 26809099
Designed to reference the forgotten beauty of 1960s Beirut, Maison Libanaise seamlessly transports guests back to a time of nourishing fare and familial hospitality. Boasting three distinctive offerings, this vertical space, just off the mid-levels escalator where Life Cafe was formerly situated, was created to showcase the warming nature of Lebanese culture and vibrancy of its food. On the ground floor is Le Comptoir, a terrific takeaway that offers a rotating menu of kebabs, salads and sides on the go from breakfast till late.
Here customers can collect one stamp for every wrap purchased and once the card is full, the next wrap (or salad) is on the house.
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/0ahgn1
10 Shelley Street, SoHo, Hong Kong +852 2111 2284
PUBLIC
Offering stunning views from Level 37 of One Island East in Quarry Bay, PUBLIC features both served and self-serve areas as well as a regularly updated menu that spans a variety of cuisines. The 150-seat all-day restaurant is equipped to cater to office workers from Taikoo Place, with meeting booths, free WiFi and media connections.
Ground PUBLIC, the linked gourmet deli of PUBLIC, is located on the ground floor of the very same building and offers specially selected takeaway items for quick meals on the go. Diners can choose to eat in at one of the tables next to the floor-to-ceiling windows of the office tower, or they can grab one of the picnic blankets and baskets available for guests and dine al fresco on the grass outside of One Island East. Ground PUBLIC also has a branch in North Point.
PUBLIC rewards returning customers with a complimentary coffee after collecting 9 stamps.
Add this stamp card to your phone: loyalty.is/sjohnz
37/F & Ground Floor, One Island East, Taikoo Place, 18 Westlands Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong +852 2784 7100
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