Summer has arrived so it’s time to enjoy Hong Kong’s long, lazy beach days with some good grub! No need to pack a lunch. Just check out the Little Steps guide to Hong Kong's best beachside dining spots and head outside! Get the kids suited up in their latest swimwear, slather on some sunblock, and let’s go!
Looking for new restaurants to try with the family on a summer weekend? Head on down to Repulse Bay. They've got a new vibrant family restaurant called Sip Song! The restaurant is inspired by the beach culture along the southern Thai coast and of course, serves Thai food. Some of the highlights on the menu are roti pancakes with BBQ pork, ube ice cream with coconut and whole steamed mullet fish for the seafood fans!
Sip Song, The Pulse, 28 Beach Rd, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, www.facebook.com/sipsonghk
Coconut Thai Bar & Grill has long been a favorite among Southside dwellers, with it being open all day and serving modern Thai cuisine with a killer view! We love their smoked duck spring rolls and their large platters which are ideal for sharing when coming with the fam bam. Get your boogie on at their 'Sunset Sessions' on Saturday afternoons where the DJ will be spinning a mix of deep house, dance, and electro.
Coconuts Thai Bar & Grill, West Block, Island Road, Deep Water Bay, Hong Kong, Facebook Page
This little secret gem of a rustic restaurant and pizza place is situated along the Stanley's beachfront. Enjoy an ice-cold beer accompanied by some tasty dishes after a long day in the sun at Beach Club Stanley. The menu is perfect for picky eaters in the family as it is jampacked full of international goodies such as pasta, grilled meats, and big healthy salads. Be sure to try their delicious pizzas, which are the best in the area according to the Stanley locals. It's also the go-to choice for kids.
Beach Club Stanley, 29 Stanley Beach Rd, Stanley, Hong Kong, +852 51184294, Facebook Page
Treasure Island Restaurant & Bar opened in 2018 in the former Mavericks space and is soon becoming a favorite with locals and visitors alike. It features a completely revamped food and drinks menu offering a huge range of vegetarian and vegan dishes along with traditional beach favorites. Have a day with the kids at Pui O beach then head over to the restaurant for live music and a sunset dinner. They are only open from Friday to Sunday!
Treasure Island Restaurant & Bar, Pui O Beach, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, +852 2546 3543, www.treasureislandhk.com/tig-restaurant
For those looking for a fabulous family-friendly dining spot right on the beach where kids can play in the sand or playground while you eat and sip, this is worth the visit! Amalfitana is located on the beachfront in Repulse Bay's The Pulse, families can enjoy authentic Italian delights, from artisan pizzas (also available for takeaway) to eggplant parmigiana while enjoying the sounds of the sea. Aside from the amazing pizzas, check out the delicious barley salad and their lovely cheese platter!
Amalfitana, Shop 105, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2388 7787, www.amalfitana.hk
Nestling on the shores of Three Fathoms Cove on the Sai Kung coastline is a gem of a restaurant. This three-story Mediterranean style house situated in one of the most beautiful parts of Sai Kung. It may be an out of the way restaurant (30 or so minutes drive from Central) but, without a doubt, it is well worth the journey. They use organic produce, grown in their neighboring farm. The menu changes every month to ensure that repeat customers are delighted with each visit. Enjoy a 4-course lunch for HK$600 or 6-course dinner for HK$1200.
131 Tseng Tau Village, 131 Tseng Tau Village, Shap Sze Heung, New Territories, +852 2791 2684, www.one-thirtyone.com
When walking into Limewood, you immediately get the sensation you are on a Caribbean holiday. The Seabreeze color is super soothing, gorgeous, and is used throughout the entire restaurant to give you the holiday vibes. This restaurant is fantastic for larger groups, the food is South-east Asian, Caribbean and Hawaiian inspired, and they specialize in barbeque. A whole seabass with charred limes and chimichurri sauce and grilled corn on a cob with coconut flakes will surely get the mouths watering.
Limewood, The Pulse, Shop 103/104, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay Road, Hong Kong, +852 2866 8668, www.limewood.hk
Grab the kids for a day trip to tiny Po Toi Island and sample some of the best calamari in Hong Kong! Dine al fresco on a huge outdoor wooden deck at Ming Kee Restaurant, known to be the city's top calamari restaurant. It's just 3km off HK's southeastern tip, but feels like a real getaway! Be sure to make reservations at the weekend, as it gets packed, and order extra garlic for dipping!
Ming Kee Restaurant, Po Toi Island, Hong Kong +852 2849 7038, Website. Po Toi is reached by ferry from Stanley or Aberdeen, or rent a junk!
Thai Dao is a lovely Thai restaurant which overlooks the seafront in Sai Kung. The dishes can be quite mild when it comes to Thai food, so it's perfect for the little ones who can't quite handle the spice yet. The staff are super friendly and will happily help any picky eater to find the right dish for them. If you can score a table outside, the view of the seafront is exquisite; but remember to bring your anti-mosquito spray for the entire family! There are kayaks for rent right next door so bring the swimsuits.
Thai Dao, G/F, 9 Sha Ha Village, Tai Mong Tsai Road, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 2792 6189, Website
Head down to Bathers for some stunning views of the ocean, formally known as The Beach House on Cheung Sha Beach. Bathers is owned by husband-and-wife restaurateurs Chris Woodyard and Bronwyn Cheung of Woolly Pig, Big Sur, S'ate, Mr. Chipper, and 12000Francs. The menu serves up seasonal, modern European fare for the whole family to enjoy. On weekends and Public Holidays, breakfast is served at 9am, and it is absolutely delicious. For more information, click here.
Bathers, 32 Lower Cheung Sha Village South Lantau, Hong Kong, +852 2504 4788, bathers.com.hk
Fratelli is an ideal place to feast on pasta, healthy salads, and beautiful Italian desserts after a day at the beach making sandcastles. The menu is uncomplicated and will be a hit for both the adults and the kids; they also do gluten-free pasta dishes. The restaurant has an impressive bar with an even more remarkable drinks menu, filled with delicious cocktails, mocktails, beers, and soft drinks. Of course, on a hot summer's day, don't forget to order an Aperol Spritz!
Fratelli, The Pulse, G/F, Shop 112B, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, Hong Kong, +852 2887 0082, www.fratelli.hk
Wanting a more laid-back affair with no frills but still good service and great food? Head on over to Zaks in Discovery Bay. Zaks is a favorite amongst the DB-dwellers, which is always a good sign. It is also the largest restaurant in the area with 2 floors and 5,000 sq. ft of outdoor space, thus plenty of seats for everyone. It's located on the water promenade, just a 2-minute walk from the ferry pier and it has a spectacular view of the beach.
Zaks, Discovery Bay Plaza, Hong Kong, +852 2987 6232, www.casteloconcepts.com/our-venues/zaks
Cococabana offers acclaimed Mediterranean cuisine, which can be enjoyed on the spacious terrace overlooking Shek O Beach, or in the cool and stylish interior. Kids can fill up on hot dogs and crepes, while parents enjoy a fresh limeade and a plate of signature Piri Piri prawns. Located on the ground-floor of the LCSD building at one end of Shek O Beach, this is the perfect respite from sun, sea, and sand!
Cococabana, G/F Shek O Beach Building, Shek O Beach, Hong Kong, +852 2812 2226, [email protected], www.toptables.com.hk
Many may flock to the shops and restaurants that line the main streets of Lamma, but venture to the beach and you’ll find the charming Concerto Inn – a small, 14-room Inn. Right in front of Hung Shing Yeh Beach. The Palm Tree Beachside Cafe serves up simple Western and Asian cuisine, including an array of tempting desserts such as the homemade apple tart with creamy, vanilla ice cream.
Concerto Inn, 28 Hung Shing Yeh Beach, Yung Shue Wan, Lamma Island, Hong Kong, +852 2982 1668, www.concertoinn.com.hk. For the Little Steps Guide to Yung Shue Wan in Lamma, click here!
Seafood lovin’ families heading to Sai Kung often find that they’re overwhelmed by choice! Chuen Kee has a good variety of fresh-from-the-sea dishes, and your little ones will have a ball gazing at the tanks filled with fish and crustaceans. Try the cheese and lobster noodles, steamed grouper, or their family set meal deals. Though not technically beachside, it's by the water and an excellent choice before or after a sampan trip from Sai Kung Pier!
Chuen Kee, 87-89 Man Nin Street, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 2792 6938, Website
Get a taste of “Real Hong Kong” with a trip out to High Island – a ride away from Sai Kung by sampan where you’ll encounter a pristine beach, hiking trails and an authentic seafood restaurant run by a family of fisherfolk. Feast on fresh fish, calamari, crabs among other super-fresh seafood dishes – Yau Ley Seafood sources all of their products from local fishermen and lovingly prepare every meal the old-fashioned way.
Yau Ley Restaurant On High Island, Sha Kiu Tau, High Island, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 2791 1822, www.yauleyseafood.com.hk. For more on High Island, click here! Note, you can also reserve one of their speedboats to pick your family up!
Get your lovely bunch away from the crowds by hopping on a sampan to Trio Beach in Sai Kung – said to be one of the cleanest beaches in all of Hong Kong! There is no restaurant on the beach but you can pack a BBQ to enjoy with the kids by the sea. Or, take the sampan back to Padstow – a charming restaurant with lovely views of the yacht club beyond. The colonial-inspired restaurant is a treat for couples and also has a kids’ menu, making it perfect for a family outing. For more information on the restaurant, click here.
Trio Beach, www.littlestepsasia.com/hong-kong/articles/play/trio-beach-sai-kung
Padstow, 112 Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, +852 2335 5515, padstow.hk
A restaurant not to be missed when in Stanley, although technically not a beachside dining location. But to be fair, when sitting on one of the tables outside, you do get a lovely waterfront view, sublime for a sunny day. The environment is inviting, and before you know it, it's sunset and you have been sitting there since lunch. The menu is super international and will have a dish to satisfy everyone.
The Boathouse, 88 Stanley Main Street, Stanley, Hong Kong, +852 2813 4467, Website
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