No one truly knows the origins of the name Repulse Bay, but we now know it for having some great sand, pleasant views of the southern tip of Hong Kong, and quality spaces for dining in the sun.
If you are planning a visit to Repulse Bay to lounge about outdoors in the sun and grab a bite, we recommend looking through our guide first and booking second – or at least arriving early – to snag a table for a perfect weekend visit down south.
The best restaurants in Repulse Bay
1. Sip Song
Opening in summer 2019, Sip Song has enjoyed a strong reception from Thai-loving day-trippers heading to Repulse Bay for some sour and spice. Their starters yam ma kuer (HKD95) roasted eggplant salad and tangmo pla hang (HKD70) compressed fresh watermelon are vibrant, with mains som tam thai (HKD105) green papaya salad, kang phet pped yang (HKD220) roasted duck red curry, and phad see ew (HKD180) hanger steak & rice noodles impressing with bold flavours.
Sip Song, Shop 114 & 115, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, 2328 8385
2. Limewood
Limewood, the sister restaurant to Sip Song, is one of the original restaurants of Repulse Bay’s The Pulse dining complex. As of 2024, the restaurant has expanded its beach-themed food menu to touch on sea-faring cuisines such as Thai, Hawaiian, and Mexican. For beachy and light bites, order the beef brisket “burger” taco (HKD165), grilled corn (HKD95), and Limewood queso fundido taco set with pulled chicken (HKD220). Their cocktails are not to be missed too.
Limewood, Shop 103–104, G/F, The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay, 2866 8668, book here
3. The Verandah
Verdant and lush, The Verandah presents a fancy space for dining in Repulse Bay with a Mediterranean menu. French, Italian, and Spanish dishes are featured on the menu, with signatures including the burrata pugliese (HKD288), slow cooked short rib and foie gras (HKD488), spinach and ricotta canneloni (HKD210), and vanilla creamy flan (HKD98). Their afternoon tea and buffet are worth a visit too!
The Verandah, G/F, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, 2292 2822, book here
4. gróa
A new addition to The Repulse Bay, the semi-hidden gróa ensures your healthy fix in the neighbourhood. Their flatbreads, namely the rayu chicken (HKD88) and anchovies (HKD108), have already earned cult status with regulars, with their chilli peanut tofu steak salad (HKD138) and crab meat tagliatelle (HKD228) good large plates to order for the table to reenergise.
gróa, Shop G203A, 1/F, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, 6030 3083, book here
5. CURRY UP
2024 saw the arrival of Tokyo restaurant CURRY UP to Repulse Bay, the edible brand of Japanese fashion designer NIGO. With a blend of Japanese and Indian curry recipes, their aesthetic and offerings are simple. On your visit, we recommend their chicken keema curry, spicy beef curry, or the gyusuji curry (HKD85/HKD100/HKD120), made with slow-cooked beef tendons.
CURRY UP, Shop 116, G/F, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay
6. Fratelli
Another restaurant sitting within The Pulse, Fratelli is off to the western side of the complex offering gorgeous views to the south of Hong Kong Island with a simple Italian menu. For the best experience, order the home-made meatballs (HKD110), bolognese tagliatelle (HKD170), roasted chicken (HKD250), and the Amalfi lemon sorbet (HKD90). Their offerings are simple, pasta-filled, and friendly for large gatherings and families.
Fratelli, Shop 112B, The Pulse, 28 Beach Rd, Repulse Bay, 2887 0082, book here
7. Caffè Parabolica
Caffè Parabolica has gained viral status on the southside for its signature Japanese brunch plates available at the cosy dining space. From the okaya-don (HKD158) chicken egg rice and Japanese hambagu steak (HKD268) to the spaghetti Napolitan with zucchini steak (HKD198), the prices are high but will bring you back to your trips visiting Japan. The textures are soft and flavours sweet.
Caffè Parabolica, Shop 102-103, G/F, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, Repulse Bay, book here
