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The Place

Natural luxury

Set on the red-gold sand of Xi Beach in Lixouri, Alaya is a day-to-night beach bar & restaurant where natural wood, woven canopies and the open Ionian sea set the scene.

Long, lazy lunches melt into golden-hour cocktails and warm, lamp-lit dinners — barefoot, unhurried, always by the water.

Woven canopy over the sea at Alaya
Wooden table and chairs under a banana leaf
Tacos and a cold beer by the sea
Relaxing on a daybed at Alaya
Frozen mango cocktail
Sea view through the wooden pergola
Signature cocktail on a wooden table
Cocktail, hat and sunshine on the sand
Alaya at dusk with sea views
The Alaya terrace by day
Warm evening lights on the deck
Straw umbrellas from above

How to find us

You will find us on the red sand of Xi Beach in Lixouri, Kefalonia. We have our own large private parking right next to the bar, so there is no walking to worry about. Just pull in, park with ease, and you are a few steps from the sea. We are open from morning until late, so come by whenever the day takes you, and if you are after the sunset, a little earlier is always a good idea.

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The Alaya Experience

Where is Alaya Beach Bar & Restaurant?

We're on the red-gold sand of Xi Beach in Lixouri, Kefalonia. There is a large private parking right next to us, so you can park and walk straight in.

Is there parking?

Yes. We have our own large private parking right next to the bar, so there is no long walk to reach us.

Do I need a reservation?

Walk-ins are always welcome. For dinner and sunset, or for larger groups, we recommend booking ahead through our reservations page.

What food and drinks do you serve?

We offer a refined menu of modern Mediterranean and Greek plates, complemented by handcrafted signature cocktails.

When are you open?

We're open every day from 10am to midnight through the summer season, from morning coffee to late-night drinks. Golden hour and sunset are the highlight of the day.

Is Alaya family-friendly?

Yes. By day Alaya is relaxed and welcoming for families, and as the sun goes down the mood turns livelier with cocktails and music.

Can you host weddings, parties or private events?

Absolutely. From beach weddings and baptisms to sunset DJ parties and recitals, we host events right on the sand. Tell us your plans through the events page.