Hong Kong’s best alfresco restaurants to soak up the sun

Spring is on the way and these alfresco restaurants are the perfect places to spend a lazy afternoon. From terraces hidden between skyscrapers to garden oases filled with greenery, pick an open space and enjoy the beauty of mother earth.

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Louise

A French-inspired restaurant is hidden within the gardens of PMQ. The chic and colonial style is welcoming without being overwhelming. Make the most of your afternoon with its weekday lunch set that includes dishes like duck foie gras, veal shank, artisan French cheeses and pastries.

Louise, PMQ, 35 Aberdeen Street, Central, 2866 0300

La Rambla

With its prime location at ifc mall, La Rambla offers traditional Catalan cuisine with sweeping views of the harbour. Its Sunday brunch is available with free-flow options that make it the perfect place for a celebration. Join the terrace happy hour with tapas and glasses of wine to toast as the sun sets over the city.

La Rambla, Shop 3071-73, 3/F, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, 2661 1161

Lounge Hakuba

This ski lodge-themed bar has an interior filled with high ceilings and wooden panels. Head to its alfresco terrace which is snuggled between the skyscrapers of Causeway Bay. Try its range of fusion dishes like the carbonara udon, portobello and parmesan sando and yuzu honey wings.

Lounge Hakuba, Shop 302, 3/F, Tower 535, Jaffe Road, Causeway Bay, 2111 1707

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The Peak Lookout

Nestled near the summit of The Peak, this restaurant might just be the highest alfresco garden in Hong Kong. With a large outdoor patio, relax with a glass of wine and an array of international dishes. From a mezze platter, pasta dishes and range of curries, there will be something suitable for every palette.

The Peak Lookout, 121 Peak Road, The Peak, 2849 1000

Popinjays

Located within The Murray, this contemporary European restaurant has a rooftop bar and wraparound terrace. Its exotic afternoon tea includes nibbles like a piña colada dacquoise, mango and lime cheesecake, cured hamachi with dragon fruit and coconut and vanilla scones. Or basque in the sunlight with the lunch menu which includes a semi-buffet and your choice of mains.

Popinjays, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, 3141 8888

Terrible Baby

A contemporary bar looks over the district of Jordan. With a retro yet uplifting atmosphere, try its signature cocktails for a perfect way to wind down after your day. A range of bar snacks include spicy fried chicken, a cold cut and cheese platter and double truffle fries. If you’re feeling hungry, larger dishes include a beef or Impossible patty burger, spiced chicken wrap and squid ink linguine.

Terrible Baby, 4/F, Eaton HK, 380 Nathan Road, 2710 1866

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Duddell’s

A Hong Kong dim sum based restaurant is iconic for its tranquil and lush alfresco area. Decorated with trees and various potted plants, this tropical oasis is a way to escape the city whilst being right in the middle of it all. With a Michelin star, try its signature shrimp dumpling and other classic dishes.

Duddell’s, 1 Duddell Street, Central, 2525 9191

Arcane

This one Michelin star restaurant creates a blissfully tropical escape. With a menu showcasing seasonal produce from Japan, France and England, get ready for an internationally gastronomic experience. Appreciating greenery goes one step further with its fresh garden that grows over 30 herbs, fruits and vegetables which are then featured on its menu. Try Japanese fruit tomato with burrata, roasted cauliflower salad or the pan-fried sea bass with blood orange.

Arcane, 3/F, 18 On Lan Street, Central, 2728 0178