Sanya’s Best Eats | Officially Certified by the Asian Beach Games: The First Edition of the “Must-Try List” Is Here

The Asian Beach Games are here! In Sanya, beyond the intense competition and breathtaking ocean views, what else should you not miss?

The answer lies in the recently unveiled “Top 30 Recommended Restaurants for the Sanya Asian Beach Games”! This is more than just a list—it’s an officially certified culinary map by the Asian Beach Games Organizing Committee, guaranteed to impress. From the myriad dining options across the city, we’ve pinpointed the most iconic culinary destinations for you. From the artistry of top-tier Chinese cuisine to the fresh sweetness of local seafood, we’ll unveil this culinary blueprint in a series of installments. Today, the first installment featuring six exquisite restaurants takes center stage, inviting you to embark on a dazzling culinary journey beyond the competition venues.

Station 01 | Park Hyatt Sanya · Tea Garden

Bathed in soft sunlight, the atmosphere is serene and intimate. As a one-diamond restaurant in the 2025 Black Pearl Restaurant Guide—and the only Chinese restaurant to make the list in Hainan’s inaugural year—it masterfully combines premium local ingredients with exquisite Chinese dim sum.

Star Recommendation: Crispy Baked Veal with Lime—Selected boneless short ribs are slowly steamed to infuse flavor before being deep-fried at high heat, resulting in a crispy, golden-brown crust and juicy, tender meat inside. The finishing touch is the addition of Qiongzhong limes and Australian finger limes, whose delicate citrus notes subtly enhance the savory richness of the beef, creating a dish that is layered, refreshing, and never heavy.

📍 Address: No. 5 Taiyangwan Road, Yalong Bay National Tourism Resort, Jiyang District

Station 02 | The Edition Sanya · Fresh Sea Restaurant

At The Edisson, the restaurant itself is a work of architectural art. The Fresh Seafood Restaurant not only delivers on flavor but also boasts stunning visuals—every snapshot turns into a masterpiece. Here, Cantonese-style stewed soups emphasize “generous ingredients” and “slow cooking,” bringing out the natural flavors of the seafood to the fullest.

Top Pick: Stewed Fish Maw with Young Coconut, Chicken Mushrooms, and Fresh Conch The broth is crystal-clear, appearing light and delicate, yet upon tasting, it releases the subtle sweetness of young coconut and the ultimate umami of the seafood. The sweetness of the abalone intertwines with the crisp texture of the conch slices, making every bite feel like a gift from the deep sea, with a lingering aftertaste.

📍 Address: G Floor, The Sanya Edition, 100 Haitang North Road, Haitang District

Station 03 | Yalong Bay Mangrove Resort · Thai Restaurant

Station 04 | Jingxi 1981 · Lychee Wood-Roasted Duck

A distinctive restaurant specializing in traditional Beijing cuisine while boldly incorporating creative elements. With its elegant ambiance, it offers a sophisticated setting for both family gatherings and business dinners.

With three locations in Sanya, it has consistently earned a strong reputation.

Star Recommendation: Stir-Fried Black Gold Abalone with Hainan Black Hairy Pig—Featuring Black Gold Abalone, hailed as the “Black Diamond of the Ocean,” paired with the rich, succulent meat of Hainan Black Hairy Pig. The table-side searing technique locks in the abalone’s tender, springy texture, skillfully blending premium seafood with local flavors.

📍 Address: Locations available at Haitang Bay, Qingchun Song, and Dadonghai

Station 05 | Sanya Mandarin Oriental Hotel · Haijiao Xuan

With its stunning, fully open-air design overlooking the ebb and flow of the tides, this is the perfect spot in Sanya to watch the sunset. At dusk, the sky resembles an overturned palette of colors; savoring a seafood feast here while enjoying the sea breeze is the height of romance.

Star Recommendation: Wanning Hele Crab and South China Sea Abalone Inspired by local Hainan ingredients, this dish uses low-temperature slow cooking to preserve the rich, succulent texture of the Hele crab and the tender, springy bite of the abalone. Paired with the savory richness of Kaluga caviar and the herbal aroma of Diao Cao sauce, the dish offers distinct layers of flavor—combining regional character with refined modern creativity.

📍 Address: 1st Floor, Sanya Mandarin Oriental Hotel, No. 12 Yuhai Road, Jiyang District (near Coral Bay Beach)

 

 

Station 06 | Donghai Longgong · Seaview Restaurant