Salty Squid Beach Bar
The Salty Squid Beach Bar & Restaurant
Relaxed bar on the southern stretch of Diani, set directly on the sand, serving fish burgers and fried fish with chips and cold beer in a laid-back atmosphere.
Located on the southern stretch of Diani next to the Kenyaways guesthouse, with tables set right on the sand. It is a favourite with kitesurfers and holidaymakers. The menu centres on burgers, grilled fish and salads. Battered local fish burgers, fried fish with chips and crispy fish tacos are the most ordered. Local guides suggest a fish burger with a bottle of Tusker beer. It holds a 4.5 rating on Tripadvisor and ranks high in Diani, though some find prices slightly above nearby restaurants. The reservation policy is strict, so in peak season book well ahead and arrive on time.
Opening hours
Daily 07:30–22:00; breakfast 07:30–11:30, main meals from 12:00, last orders 20:30
Nearby sights
- Colobus Conservation
- Galu Kinondo Beach
- Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant
- Diani Beach
- Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest
- Tiwi Beach
- Kongo Mosque
- Chale Island