Must-see restaurants in Caribbean

  • La Cocina de Cheska

    Santo Domingo

    You might stick out at this locals-only spot with tables on the Parque Arturo Pellerano Castro, a charming cobblestone plaza at the southeastern tip of…

  • Café Tresbé

    San Juan

    There's something for everyone at Tresbé, a shipping container turned neon-yellow food truck. Look out for tangy ceviche served with sweet coconut arepas,…

  • Marshall’s

    St Kitts & Nevis

    Hypnotic views compete with the expertly crafted continental fare at this romantic and elegant hilltop villa with seating placed around a swimming pool…

  • Christo Lounge Restaurant

    St-Barthélemy

    Chef Nicolas Tissier has a near-fanatical dedication to quality, using only sustainably grown meat, fish and produce and listing ingredients' provenance…

  • My Three Daughters

    Out Islands

    Perhaps the best local Bahamian dining on the island, this welcoming little family affair does great things with lobster, ribs and conch, and the sweet…

  • Pizza To Go

    El Yunque & East Coast

    This friendly joint on the plaza dishes up the best pizza in town. Mix-and-match creative toppings – including homemade Alfredo sauce; there are plenty of…

  • MBW Cafe & Bakery

    US Virgin Islands

    MBW stands for My Brother's Workshop, a nonprofit group that helps at-risk youth learn a trade. At the cheery cafe, teens bake the wares and run the place…

  • Tierra y Mar

    Península de Samaná

    Service can be an issue here, but there's no denying the food is tasty, especially the fish in Creole sauce (tomatoes, onions and peppers). There are…

  • Athena Cafe

    Nassau

    This authentic family-run Greek taverna above a Bay St jewelry store does very solid renditions of the Hellenic classics, such as dolmades, grilled…

  • Falafel

    Santo Domingo

    This restaurant’s stunning, open-air dining room is the courtyard of a ruined building lit by shimmering candles, which makes it at least as good a place…

  • Restaurante Esquina Cuba

    Varadero

    This place was one-time favorite of Buena Vista Social Club luminary Compay Segundo, and the man obviously had taste. All dishes, including the pork…

  • Pala Pizza

    Dominican Republic

    Yes, it’s a chain, but this is Baní and locals swear it’s better than anything else nearby. Think of it as a Dominican Pizza Hut: there’s decent pizza …

  • Sand Bar

    Vieques

    The best pizza and calzones on the island emerge from this laid-back joint's wood-fired brick oven, with signature and creative specials on the menu. They…

  • Bingo

    Aruba

    This popular Dutch-run cafe is both a genial bar and a good place for a casual meal. Sit at the bar and enjoy pub fare such as burgers, brochette and…

  • Le Footy

    Guadeloupe

    Owned by a former soccer player, this place has a great sea-view terrace and a reputation for the best pork chops on the island. It has live music in the…

  • Laurena II

    Carriacou

    Overlooking the Esplanade, this is often the liveliest spot in town. The Jamaican chef cooks up piles of jerk, fried or barbecued chicken, curried lambi …

  • Marisco Caribeño

    Santiago

    This popular, long-running restaurant serves grilled fish and seafood in an indoor dining room with white tablecloths, a breezy outdoor garden and a more…

  • Island View

    Puerto Rico

    Superb views (especially at sunset) of the small cays that dot the water off the coast, and big steaming dishes of seafood specialties such as rice and…

  • Sun Ra

    Antigua

    Named for the American jazz composer, this upscale but laid-back lair is great for a chill lunch or romantic dinner. Appropriately mellow jazz goes well…

  • Isles Bay Beach Bar

    Montserrat

    This gorgeously appointed beach hangout sits right on Isles Bay at the mouth of the Belham River and gets busy with locals on weekends. Take a seat on the…

  • Bone Fish Bar & Grill

    Bermuda

    The first place you see when you get off the ferry, Bone Fish is also the Dockyard's best bet for lunch. Service moves on Zen time sometimes, but the fish…

  • Restaurant El Dorado

    Trinidad

    An exquisite colonial house, meticulously polished period furniture and highly courteous waitstaff. Food is not always consistent, but you can look…

  • Art Mel's Spicy Dicy

    Bermuda

    If you ask the locals, they'll tell you that this fishy joint in North Hamilton is synonymous with the fish sandwich – an impressive stacked creation of…

  • Sebastian’s

    Bonaire

    Sebastian's gets top marks for its romantic waterfront location, especially if you manage to snag the solitary table for two that's out at the end of the…

  • Straw Hat

    Anguilla

    This breezy charmer pairs a feet-in-the-sand atmosphere with high-end cooking. Straw hats filled with homemade bread precede sophisticated evening meals…

  • Gloria’s Top Spot

    Kingston, Blue Mountains & the Southeast Coast

    Run by the family of Port Royal's famous Gloria's, this restaurant perches by the water, with a large, attractive upstairs dining area that’s popular with…

  • Tin Box

    Vieques

    At this popular open-air restaurant in the middle of the island, the menu focuses on sushi and BBQ (ask for a side of mac 'n' cheese). Its seafood is…

  • Survival Beach Restaurant

    Port Antonio

    In addition to the usual local fare, natural juices and jelly coconut, this choice shack serves a tasty dish made with coconut milk, pumpkin, Irish potato…

  • Sahara Grill

    Barbados

    Run by a friendly Bajan-Syrian family this spotless little place serves up delicious kebabs and Middle-Eastern plates with plenty of veg options. The lamb…

  • Indian Summer

    Nevis

    This new Indian restaurant is the first of its kind in the country and has quickly built up a following among locals and tourists. The space is well…

  • Ragazzi

    Grand Cayman

    This much-loved Italian place has a sort of oddball location in a small strip mall, but the casual interior offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Keep it…

  • Wahoo's Bistro & Patio

    Bermuda

    At lunchtime, the harbourside deck of this busy spot heaves with diners who come for the daily fish special, burgers and chef Alfred's award-winning take…

  • Restaurante la Dominica

    Habana Vieja

    Back in the Castro era this was one of Havana's few decent Italian restaurants, but in recent years it has been overtaken by better private competition…

  • La Cantina

    Tobago

    Tucked into a bank compound off Milford Rd, with tables outside and in the air-con interior, this buzzing joint cooks up a huge range of authentically…

  • West Deck

    Aruba

    At the water's edge, the West Deck is a casual open-air beach bar with a friendly atmosphere and terrific food. Look for conch fritters, steak and…

  • Café SBG

    Santo Domingo

    You might not be in the DR to eat in an upscale mall. But best to get over it. This European-style brasserie with a stylish outdoor terrace is one of…

  • Eats Cafe

    Grand Cayman

    No matter what you're in the mood for, you're likely to find it on the mile-long menu at Eats. The old-fashioned diner has seating in big booths,…

  • El Langostino de Oro

    Las Galeras

    When the multitasking French chef-owner is less taxed, this centrally located open-air restaurant does reliably good and large pizza and pasta dishes as…

  • La Grasa

    Punta Cana & the Southeast

    Owned by Pitbull, the American rapper, this fairly out-of-the-way large open-air waterfront restaurant is not content to coast on his fame alone. The menu…

  • Anthony’s Grill

    New Providence

    One of Paradise Island’s few non-hotel restaurants, this Caribbean-bright diner is a favorite with families for its big menu of burgers, pizzas, pastas…

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