Rhodes New Marina: Dining & Nightlife
From a quiet marina brunch to candlelit fusion dining and late-night cocktails — how to spend the perfect day by the water in Rhodes.
Rhodes New Marina is one of the island's most dynamic waterfront districts. By morning it's a relaxed promenade of coffee, yachts and sea breeze; by evening it transforms into a social runway of restaurants, bars and open-air lounges. Whether you're visiting for a few hours or making it your base for the night, this guide will help you navigate the best food, drinks and atmosphere the marina has to offer.
Morning to noon
Start with a slow breakfast or brunch overlooking the boats. The marina cafés open early, but for something more memorable, grab a terrace table and order eggs, fresh pastries and a strong Greek coffee.
Lunch & dinner
Seafood tavernas line the water, yet the standout choice for fusion dining is Al Hayat — where sushi, Mediterranean pasta and grilled meats share a menu designed for sharing.
Sunset cocktails
As the sun drops behind the masts, the bars fill up. Order a signature sour, a glass of chilled rosé, or a shisha pipe and settle into the golden hour that Rhodes does so well.
Dinner by day. Lounge by night.
Al Hayat Resto Bar sits at the heart of the New Marina energy. The concept is simple: an all-day menu that moves with your mood. Early visitors come for brunch and coffee; by afternoon the terrace turns into a wine-and-sushi pause; after dark, the lights dim, the music rises and the space becomes a proper lounge.
- Waterfront location with marina views
- Fusion menu: sushi, pasta, gyros, burgers, snacks, salads, pizza, brunch & breakfast
- Craft cocktails, Greek wine and premium spirits
- Lounge music and shisha from evening onward
What to order at Al Hayat
Sushi & sharing plates
From €7Tuna truffle rolls, salmon avocado maki and crispy shrimp tacos are built for passing across the table.
All-day brunch
From €9Eggs any style, smashed avocado toast and Greek yogurt bowls make the marina morning easy.
Signature cocktails
From €10The London Sour and Orchid Sour are local favourites — balanced, photogenic and made for sunset.
Making the most of your visit
Arrive before sunset
The best terrace seats disappear quickly. Arrive by 19:00 in summer to catch the full golden-hour transition and secure a table with a view.
Walk the promenade first
A pre-dinner stroll along the marina lets you see the yachts, browse the nearby shops and work up an appetite before settling in.
Plan for late evenings
Rhodes eats late. Many restaurants are quiet before 21:00, then hit their stride around 22:00. If you want energy, book for 21:30 or later.
Combine dinner with drinks
The best nights start with food and end with cocktails. Al Hayat's lounge atmosphere means you can do both without changing venues.
Save your table by the marina
Whether you're planning a sunset dinner or a late-night lounge session, the best spot is the one you reserve in advance.