Figur 24 (Hvidovre gør gode tider bedre)

Wong’s Grill, which first opened in 1972, reinvented itself in 1984 as Denmark’s first Chinese grill infused with breakdance culture. Under Wong’s leadership, the modest grill bar evolved into a cultural hub, now celebrated in international tourist guides as a cornerstone of Hvidovre’s hip-hop history. At its peak, Wong operated six grill bars across Zealand and became an unlikely sponsor of the Hvidovre Breakers, where even the future national team goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel danced actively between 1984 and 1987.

Today, Wong’s niece Mei carries on the tradition at the last remaining grill, where the aroma of spring rolls and wok dishes continues to unite generations across cultures.The place hums with energy as local rappers, graffiti-painting families, and beatboxing pensioners gather in this one-of-a-kind venue where food culture meets street art. A yellowed photograph of a young Schmeichel and Wong hangs proudly on the wall—a quiet testament to the grill’s extraordinary history.

 The now elderly Wong, affectionately nicknamed " Substitute Dad" by loyal regulars, finds it hard to let go of his life’s work. However, the grill’s future seems secure, having been nominated for preservation on the cultural heritage list. As the regulars like to say, with a glint of humour: “If the grill closes, Hvidovre closes.”

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