Gourmet beach clubs and seaside restaurants: here’s a selection for summer 2026

Onde, the seafood restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, is making its debut in Forte dei Marmi with a special pop-up at Alpemare, the Bocelli family’s beach club. This collaboration between two establishments linked to the beauty of the Tuscan coast celebrates the Italian tradition of summer by the sea through authentic and refined cuisine. Executive chefs Paolo Lavezzini and Giacomo Cavicchi, together with Alpemare’s chef Mirko Caldino, are reinterpreting the great Mediterranean classics, showcasing seasonal ingredients and convivial flavours: from raw seafood to seafood platters, right through to the famous grilled sea bass.

La Marinella is situated in a small, secluded bay in San Terenzo, in the municipality of Lerici (La Spezia), in a picturesque setting nestled between the sea, nature and history, right below the castle and overlooking the gulf and Lerici. The restaurant is set across terraces carved into the rock, in the shade of centuries-old holm oaks, amidst one of the most evocative settings on the Ligurian coast. The cuisine is contemporary yet rooted in the local area, such as the fish ceviche with lemon gel, or the tomato and yellow pepper gazpacho with caponata.

Overlooking the golden beach of Chia, Le Dune is the Chia Laguna Resort’s beach club, where nature, relaxation and a Mediterranean atmosphere come together. Nestled within one of south-western Sardinia’s most picturesque landscapes, it offers a ‘pieds dans l’eau’ experience amidst crystal-clear waters and the laid-back rhythm of summer days. The culinary offering showcases the island’s flavours through local ingredients, fresh fish and Mediterranean specialities. A place designed to let you enjoy the sea from dawn to dusk, amidst a convivial atmosphere, a sense of wellbeing and authentic Sardinian spirit.

Overlooking the waters of the Amalfi Coast, Palazzo Avino’s beach club is a haven suspended between sea and sky, where the charm of the sea meets timeless elegance. Situated in Marina di Vietri, it offers a unique experience with its platforms over the sea and a privileged view of the coastline. Part of the Palazzo Avino hospitality experience, the beach club celebrates the beauty of the Mediterranean and its pastel colours with themed parasols, and through a culinary offering inspired by the flavours of Campania, featuring local ingredients, fresh fish and simple, refined cuisine. A place to spend the day relaxing, enjoying the crystal-clear sea and soaking up the iconic atmosphere of the Amalfi Coast.

Giacomo Milano is making its debut in Forte dei Marmi with a new outlet at the Marechiaro Beach Club, one of Versilia’s historic landmarks, now owned by the Olivetti Rason family. The project marks the Milan-based catering group’s entry into one of Italia’s most iconic seaside destinations, which has always been associated with international tourism and the summer jet set.

A panoramic veranda overlooking the Adriatic: Giùammare Osteria Contemporanea is the seaside restaurant at the Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel, a five-star boutique hotel situated in Torre Canne di Fasano, which specialises in raw seafood, fresh produce and simple dishes, focusing on the quality of the ingredients and their authentic flavour. A defining feature of the experience is the direct link with the local supply chain: weather permitting, every morning a local fisherman docks directly at the hotel to deliver the catch of the day, strengthening the connection between the kitchen, the community and the maritime environment.

Nammos, an iconic brand founded in Mykonos in 2003, is renowned for its blend of fine dining, entertainment and an exclusive lifestyle, making it one of the most popular beach clubs of all time. In Italia, Nammos Baja Sardinia returns for the season at the picturesque Phi Beach, set amongst crystal-clear waters and granite cliffs, with music and the authentic spirit of beach life.

La Spigola is the gourmet restaurant led by chef Roberto Pisano, a new member of JRE – Jeunes Restaurateurs, whose menus tell the story of the sea at the beach through his unique eight-course tasting menu, ‘Profondo Blu’. It invites you to see the sea through new eyes and to understand its depths, through dishes that capture its very soul.

Insula Beach Club, the hospitality arm of the Planeta Group, returns for its fourth summer amongst the dunes of Lido Fiori on the coast of Menfi – which has been awarded the Blue Flag for the 30th time – and nestled within a Mediterranean pine forest. Here, guests can enjoy cuisine by chef Salvatore Termine, under the direction of executive chef Angelo Pumilia, with dishes that showcase the local area through fresh, sustainable ingredients. To round off the experience, the lounge bar serves aperitifs with a selection of Planeta wines and a wide range of cocktails.

Overlooking the waters of Punta San Vigilio on Lake Garda, the Riviera Beach Club is a freshwater destination that combines relaxation, a Mediterranean atmosphere and fine dining. Part of the Rana family’s Riviera project, the beach club offers an elegant experience featuring sun loungers, sunsets over the lake and a culinary offering curated by Michelin-starred chef Francesco Sodano. The cuisine interprets the Italian terroir with a contemporary twist, showcasing seasonal produce and Mediterranean flavours in dishes designed to complement days by the lake, from aperitifs to sunset. A place where nature, hospitality and culinary innovation come together in an exclusive experience.

More than just a beach club, Cala Masciola is a true meeting point for the sea, sport and fine dining. Overlooking a private bay on the Apulian Adriatic coast, it offers cabanas, platforms over the sea and a culinary offering centred on locally caught fish and a raw fish counter curated by Domenico Schingaro of Borgo Egnazia. From sporting activities such as sailing, SUP and windsurfing to aperitifs accompanied by live music and DJ sets, Cala Masciola always maintains a strong connection with the local area.

Overlooking the Blue Flag beach at Pozzallo, in the province of Ragusa, A Valata is a seaside tavern where Sicilian tradition and high-quality ingredients take centre stage. Founded by Gianluca Agosta and Corrado Romeo, it serves fresh seafood and authentic local dishes right on the beach, with a stunning view of the Mediterranean. At the helm of the kitchen, the young chef Andrea Ridolfo showcases the catch of the day with simple preparations that honour the flavours of the sea.

Overlooking a spectacular terrace by the sea, La Pergola is the restaurant at the Bellevue Syrene, the Relais &Châteaux in Sorrento, where the cuisine showcases the region’s finest produce – from the catch of the day to the peninsula’s citrus fruits – through dishes that capture the authenticity of Campania. Rounding off the experience is a carefully curated selection of wines and a unique view of the Gulf of Naples, in a continuous interplay of flavours, light and landscape.

Overlooking the private beach of Villa Sant’Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare, Brizza is the seaside restaurant open to both hotel guests and the general public. Inspired by the gentle sea breezes from which it takes its name, it offers an intimate and evocative atmosphere, with tables overlooking the sea and a menu that celebrates the flavours of the Mediterranean. Led by Executive Chef Agostino D’Angelo, Brizza offers an elegant dining experience, set against the backdrop of the Sicilian coastline.

The Beach Club at the Hotel & Spa Jesolo is situated right on the long Venetian beach and is designed as a natural extension of the hotel by the sea. Here, you can spend the day enjoying comfort, privacy and a relaxed atmosphere, with sun loungers, personalised service and drinks served under your parasol. From morning until sunset, it’s the perfect place to alternate moments of pure relaxation with dips in the sea, letting yourself be lulled by the slow rhythm of the coast.

Oasi Nomad Beach House is the beach club at Mangia’s Santa Teresa Sardinia, Curio Collection by Hilton, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of northern Sardinia. More than just a beach club, it offers a relaxing experience thanks to a spectacular lagoon-style pool with sea views, direct access to the beach, Balibeds, a lounge area, a restaurant and a cocktail bar. The Oasi restaurant serves up the authentic flavours of traditional Sardinian and Italian cuisine, showcasing seasonal ingredients and local produce, whilst signature cocktails and light bites are available to guests throughout the day. To complete the atmosphere, resident DJ sets set the pace from lunch until sunset, offering a contemporary and immersive experience in one of Sardinia’s most picturesque settings.

Oceanis Beach Club is the exclusive lifestyle beach club at Costa Ragusa Resort, an oasis overlooking the Sicilian coast which opened on 1 July following significant investment in the areas of Scoglitti, Marina di Ragusa and the Val di Noto. Here, time flows to the rhythm of the sea: from peaceful mornings in the sun to moments of pure relaxation on the beach, right through to the energy of the golden hour, when music and the sunset create a vibrant and sophisticated atmosphere, accompanied by cocktails and simple yet delicious seafood dishes.