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Best beach restaurants and bars in Hong Kong

It’s time to spend your days outside

If there’s one thing Hong Kong can lay claim to, it’s the sheer abundance of natural beaches just a short drive away. When the sun is shining and the lapping waves are calling your name, look no further and head to one of these sandy shores for a little R&R. These are the best beach restaurants and bars to check out this summer.

Read more: 11 beautiful Hong Kong beaches that you need to visit

Bathers Restaurant and Bar 

Bathers Restaurant, Cheung Sha Beach, Hong Kong

Located on the edge of Lower Cheung Sha Beach, Bathers exudes a relaxing resort vibe while serving up a range of international seafood dishes, fresh salads and classic holiday staples. Only a few steps from the ocean, parents will love having a leisurely lunch while the little ones splash around in the sun.

Bathers, 32 Lower Cheung Sha Village, South Lantau, 2504 4788

Coconuts

Coconuts, Deep Water Bay, HK

Famous amongst the expat community, British-born chef and owner, Jean Paul Gauci has been cooking and creating culinary concepts in Asia for over three decades. His recently reopened Coconuts Thai Bar & Grill located on the sandy shores of Deep Water Bay, serves up modern Thai and Asado food (an Argentinian method of slow cooking meat on an open fire). The open-air restaurant has a laid back Ibiza beach club vibe where locals can enjoy a glass of chilled French rosé to the sounds of the ocean.

Coconuts, G/F, West Block, Island Road, Deep Water Bay, 2869 9631

Limewood

Limewood, Repulse Bay, HK

This colourful Repulse Bay restaurant makes for a fun pitstop for a day at the beach. Specialising in barbecue, seafood and margaritas, Limewood serves up a fusion of Hawaiian and Caribbean cuisines. Kids eat free Monday to Wednesday. It’s also pet-friendly, so bring your furry friends too. The restaurant has recently launched a new weekend breakfast menu with something for everyone. There is a range of healthy options for those looking for a light bite as well as heartier numbers like the bacon and egg roti.

Limewood, Shop 103 & 104, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, 2898 3788

Thai Dao 

Thai Dao, Sai Kung, HK

Overlooking Sai Kung’s serene Sha Ha beach, Thai Dao’s beach side tables and tropical cocktails will have you cancelling your next vacation. With an extensive Thai menu featuring spicy salads and creamy curries you’ll be whisked away to a tropical island complete with ocean noises and a Singha beer.

Thai Dao, 9 Sha Ha, Tai Mong Tsai Road, Sai Kung, 2792 4990

Read more: Your neighbourhood guide to Sai Kung

Treasure Island Restaurant and Bar

Treasure Island Restaurant, Pui O, HK

Located at one of the hippest beaches in Hong Kong, Treasure Island’s beach restaurant and sun terrace is a popular hangout in South Lantau. The Pui O Beach restaurant offers classic comfort food like steak, sliders and burgers alongside a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes. It is open every Friday evening, weekends and public holidays.

Treasure Island, Pui O Beach, Lantau Island, 2546 3543

Cococabana

Cococabana, Shek O

Enjoy breathtaking views of the sea and the surrounding hills of Shek O while dining on fresh seafood with Mediterranean flavours. Cococabana has received praise worldwide from the Lonely Planet guidebook to celebrities including Chris Martin and Jeremy Clarkson. Chef-owner Jean-Paul Gauci places an emphasis on sustainability with much of the meat and fish sourced organically and sustainably.

Cococabana, G/F, Shek O Beach Building, Shek O Beach, 2812 2226

Ben’s Back Beach Bar

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Known as the ‘BBB’ to locals, this bar is both kid- and pet-friendly. It serves up drinks for a great price with beers starting at $20 and spirits at just $25, which you can enjoy to the stunning sunset view. An outdoor patio BBQ space is available for reservation.

Ben’s Back Beach Bar, Shek O Beach, 2809 2268

Read more: 9 reasons why we love Shek O

Sip Song

Sip Song

Set on the sandy shores of Repulse Bay, Sip Song serves up southern Thai cuisine in a relaxed, informal space. Located at the far end of The Pulse, the Maximal Concepts-owned restaurant should feel right at home with sister restaurant Limewood just steps away. The no-frills food, which is inspired by Bangkok’s night market scene, delivers bold flavours and is great for sharing.

Sip Song, Shop 114 & 115, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, 2328 8385

The Bay

The Bay, Lamma, HK

Tucked away on Lamma Island, enjoy delicious Mediterranean cuisine while taking in spectacular views of the crashing waves. The Bay offers a laid back atmosphere with friendly staff, comfortable chairs and reasonable prices. Its menu features a range of seafood, salads, pastas and grill options.

The Bay, 7 Mo Tat Wan, Lamma Island, 2982 8186

Momentai

Momentai

Located at Sai Kung Waterfront, Momentai is an independent al fresco bar-restaurant popular with local Saikungers. It isn’t next to the beach per se, but still has a laid-back, beachlike vibe that brings you right to the water’s edges. It serves a range of local craft beers, including Gweilo, Lion Rock, Yardley Brothers, Young Master and more on draft.

Momentai, Kiosk 1, Sai Kung Waterfront, Wai Man Road, Sai Kung, 2792 8991

Amalfitana

Almalfitana, Repulse Bay, Hk

Enjoy classic Italian dishes inspired by the colourful Amalfi coast while overlooking the sandy Repulse Bay Beach. The restaurant uses long rising dough to make its pizzas lighter and easier to digest. For those who are dining with kids in tow, the Bambino menu features fun fish-shaped pizzas with a number of kid-friendly toppings including pepperoni, cheese and tomato. While you are waiting for the food to arrive, keep your little ones entertained with games and colouring activities offered by the restaurant.

Amalfitana, Shop 105, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, 2388 7787

Hing Kee Beach Bar

Hing Kee Beach Bar, Cheung Chau

Set on Cheung Chau with nearly 70 years of history, Hing Kee Beach Bar is a charming little bar serving up drinks and casual bites such as fish and chips, pork chops and other home cooked dishes. A great spot to chill out after a long day at the beach, the bar also serves a selection of local craft beers such as Gweilo, Heroes and Kowloon Bay.

Hing Kee Beach Bar, 1 Cheung Chau Sports Road, Cheung Chau, 2981 3478

Zaks

Zaks Discovery Bay

Be it dining from the upper lounge or relaxing on the al fresco deck enjoying vast views of the beachfront, this spacious restaurant is a favourite amongst Discovery Bay residents. With an extensive menu boasting international flavours, guests can enjoy everything from pastas and Singapore noodles to baby back ribs and salad.

Zaks, Shop G04, G/F, Block A, Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, 3018 0189