Hippocampus Lounge Restaurant

Nestled in the picturesque town of Protaras, the Hippocampus Lounge Restaurant stands as a beacon of culinary delight. I had the chance to visit this charming eatery last weekend with a couple of friends from the UK, who were visiting Cyprus for the first time. The experience was nothing short of delightful.

What makes it special

Take in scenic rooftop views over Protaras from the seating area.

Staff are attentive and provide a high standard of service throughout the meal.

Choose from a creative menu featuring sushi and inventive options.

The Ambiance and Setting
Hippocampus Lounge Restaurant offers a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea. Its outdoor seating area is perfect for a balmy evening, with the sound of waves complementing the atmospheric lighting. It’s a blend of elegance and relaxation that’s hard to find elsewhere in Protaras. I remember sipping on a glass of chilled white wine, feeling utterly at peace as I watched the sunset.

Hippocampus Lounge Restaurant Menu Highlights

  • New Additions: This season features new exciting dishes like bao buns with tempura prawns, teriyaki and sweet chili sauce, vegan rigatoni with mushrooms, cashews, plant-based cream, truffle oil, and tarragon, and a refreshing summer salad with rocket leaves, prosciutto, parmesan flakes, fresh strawberries, cranberries, toasted almonds, linseed, and balsamic cream with honey​​.
  • Brunch: English pancakes, poached eggs with lemony avocado cream on village bread, and a special bagel filled with mascarpone, Philadelphia cheese, turkey, poached eggs, prosciutto chips, paprika butter, and chives​​.
  • Seafood and Sushi: Renowned for its sushi offerings, including the economical Samurai Platter and the larger Family’s Platter with a variety of maki rolls​​.
  • Grilled Delights: Black Angus Burger with melted cheddar, tomato, lettuce, onion, and Jack Daniel’s sauce, served with fries and coleslaw​​.

The restaurant’s menu is a blend of international and Mediterranean cuisines, offering a wide range of dishes from appetizers to salads, grilled meats, vegetable dishes, and sushi​​.

Notable Features

  • Rooftop Experience: Hippocampus Rooftop provides a stunning view of Protaras, serving a unique menu with well-crafted dishes, delicious sushi, and exotic cocktails​​.
  • Ambiance: The restaurant is known for its relaxed atmosphere, accentuated by beautiful bougainvillea, making it ideal for dining with friends, family, or that special someone​​.

Contact and Social Media

Address: 18, Protaras Hotel Avenue, Paralimni, Cyprus

E-mail: info@hippocampus-restaurant.com.cy

Reservations: hippocampus.rsv@gmail.com

Phone: +357 23 831166

Ello says

Reserve a table for rooftop seating, especially in the evening.

Try their vegan and sushi dishes, which receive strong reviews.

Expect generous portions, great for sharing or enjoying a full meal.

make a reservation for rooftop seating especially in the evening., with the best experience.

Reviews

Google reviews sit at 4.6 from 1,332 reviews, while Tripadvisor is at 4.5 from 1,236, so the response looks consistent across both sources. Recent comments most often mention the food, the service, and the atmosphere.

Google
Google1,332 reviews
4.6/5
Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor1,236 reviews
4.5/5

Google rating breakdown

5 stars984
4 stars209
3 stars67
2 stars33
1 star39
5/5

Chrysanthos George Makariou (Chris)

4 July 2025from GoogleGoogle

We were recommended this place by a friend for shisha, but it turned out to be so much more than just that.The rooftop seating area is absolutely stunning, especially in the evening, with lovely views and a relaxed atmosphere. The staff were incredibly professional and attentive, creating a high-end experience from the moment we arrived.The sushi looked fantastic, so we ended up booking a table for dinner the next day — and it didn’t disappoint!Whether you're looking for a stylish spot for drinks, a romantic dinner, or quality shisha, this place ticks all the boxes. A solid 10/10.

5/5

Debbie Wilson

1 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Just the most special place. From the moment you arrive the service is exceptional and is followed by innovative amazing dishes. One of our go to restaurants when we are out and normal visit at least 2 times.

5/5

Halle Brock

21 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Such a beautiful restaurant with lovely service! The cheese wheel is to die for, I have never had such a delicious meal in my life. We celebrated both my birthday and engagement at this restaurant and the staff were so kind and gave us a free dessert and champagne toast. Highly recommend!

4/5

Tina

22 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Amazing food! Literally felt like a luxury eating there. Staff was super nice but sometimes felt like they were a little judgmental. Could just be me tho. Atmosphere was nice we sat outside it was very pretty and great for people watching :) Also I had the best cocktail ever here.

5/5

Matthias Tytgat

16 June 2025from GoogleGoogle

Simply fantastic. We made a reservation on the rooftop. We were sitting on the side of the building which is maybe not the best spot. We started with a tasty cocktail. Then took the pasta which they served out of a Parmesan wheel with a little show. The main dishes were equally good. Nice taste, firm portions. All the while we were served by a friendly staff member with a good knowledge of wine. Could not be better.

5/5

A L

13 June 2025from GoogleGoogle

I came here for a solo lunch one day in search of something green whilst my friends went for more gyros. I had a fantastic time. The environment was relaxed and comfortable, the staff wonderfully attentive but not overbearing, and the food delicious and fresh. It was so good I convinced other others to come and we went for dinner the very same day. The dinner food was even better, and the cocktails were beautiful and well balanced. My only recommendations would be to add cushions to the seats for additional comfort, and to up the ante on the desserts, which slightly let down the immaculate quality of everything else!

4/5

Will Hunt

21 August 2025from GoogleGoogle

We had a table on the rooftop and ordered gyros for starter which was very nice - enough for 2 people to share if you aren’t very hungry. We also ordered cocktails which were also very nice.For the mains we had crayfish risotto and lamb shank. The crayfish risotto was very cheesy and, as the portions are so big, towards the end was a bit too much. The lamb shank tasted gamey although overall the dish was nice.Overall I would say it is good value for money as the portions are so big and the drinks are very nice

3/5

Dalia ......

10 July 2025from GoogleGoogle

The food is really not good even the look of the dishes was giving me high expectations but unfortunately it was tasteless and no one could eat his/her dish..I ordered salmon and it was smelly and couldn't even eat it at all.. we order beef main course and even i asked to remove truffle from the dish they still have it..my friend ask for curry and the waiter asked her how the spices she likes it to be and she asked to be mild but even though it was very spicy.. I do not recommend at all for food but if you want to sit to have drink it would be nice but if you are hungry don't come close

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