Dining

Breezy beach eats

Limewood

Transport yourself to the tropics at these balmy beachside restaurants. By Nicole Slater

Shek O

Cococabana

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. toptables.com.hk

Repulse Bay

Limewood

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! limewood.hk

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Limewood has 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.

South Lantau

Treasure Island Restaurant and Bar

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.

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Lamma Island

The Bay

Tucked away on Mo Tat Wan, 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. thebayhk.com

Repulse Bay

Amalfitana

Enjoy classic Italian dishes inspired by the colourful Amalfi coast while overlooking the

Race you to the bar

Hing Kee Beach Bar

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.

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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 kidfriendly 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.hk

Lantau

Bathers Restaurant and Bar

Located on the edge of Lower Cheung Sha Beach, Bathers exudes a relaxing resort

Beach bars that dole out good vibes and stunning views

vibe while serving up a range of international

Ben’s Back Beach Bar

Known as the ‘BBB’ to locals, this bar is both kid- and petfriendly. 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.

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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.

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Discovery Bay

Zaks

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. casteloconcepts.com

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 laidback, 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.

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dining Dining news

Scones for everyone

Fortnum & Mason has brought one of its signature baked treats to town. You can now enjoy freshly baked scones from the iconic British brand – prepared thrice a day at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm respectively. The delicious baked goods are available in both plain and raisin. All scones are sold in sets of two for $76 and four for $142. G/F, K11 Atelier Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.

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A taste of summer meadow

The Ritz-Carlton is ushering in summer with a new afternoon tea set featuring artisanal French cocktails made with St Germain Elderflower Liqueur. Enjoy the summer inspired menu while taking in sweeping views of Victoria Harbour from now until September 13. Guests can also redeem the St Germain Gift Box at a discounted price, so you can shake up your own drinks at home. Starting from $418 for one. 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon. ritzcarlton.com

Night out in Shanghai

Known for its salute to Shanghai nights of many moons ago, Elite Concepts has relocated the much-loved Yè Shanghai to a brand new Kowloon location in K11 MUSEA. With a total of 13 Michelin stars and a time-honored history of over 20 years in Hong Kong, Taipei and Shanghai, the restaurant for the first time ever has added an extensive new dim sum menu to the offering, along with numerous innovative new à la carte signature dishes created for its new location. Shop 702, 7/F, K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui. elite-concepts.com