At the end of a day surfing your socks off, the icing on the cake is an ice-cold bevvy in a beachside establishment. From laidback and rustic, to modern and hipster venues, it’s just that magical combo of being offline, drink in hand, taking in the sunset and waxing lyrical about your day in the waves. Here are some of our favourite post surf beach bars…

Single Fin Bali

Location: Uluwatu, Bali
Single Fin delivers on icy cold Bintangs, acoustic jams, DJ sets, cocktails, legendary Sunday sessions, and a huge balcony to take in the sunset and the iconic Ulu peaks.

singlefinbali.com

Coolin Hossegor

Location: Hossegor, France
This lively bar is a regular after-surf party spot and a well-known establishment for film nights, acoustic sets, live bands and big DJs.

coolinhossegor.fr

Fistral Beach Bar

Location: Newquay, Cornwall
Enjoy a brewskie on the beach with resident DJ nights, chilled sunset sessions and the silent disco nights.

fistralbeachbar.co.uk

Old Man’s

Location: Canggu, Bali
This classic, laidback beachfront bar serves up ocean views, delicious cuisine, Wednesday beer-pong competitions, happy hours and a vibrant dance floor.

instagram.com/oldmansbali

The Beach Hotel

Location: Byron Bay, Australia
Located in the Heart of Byron with an ocean view, large beer garden, craft beer on tap, live music, DJs at the weekend and a delicious food menu.

beachhotel.com.au

The Bungalow Huntington Beach

Location: Huntington Beach, California
A hot spot for Pacific City surfers, offering an indoor and outdoor lounge, rustic and vintage interior designs and expansive ocean views.

thebungalow.com/huntington-beach / visitcalifornia.com

Make your own cocktail at home

Get a slice of Cali beach bar life with The Bungalow’s ‘Shoot The Pier’ cocktail recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz / 60ml of Tito’s Vodka
  • 2 oz / 60ml of watermelon juice 
  • 0.5 oz / 14ml of lime juice
  • 0.5 oz / 14ml of St Germain Elderflower Liqueur

Method:

  1. Add ice to shaker with all ingredients. 
  2. Shake vigorously.
  3. Strain over fresh ice into a tall glass.
  4. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf