Barbados
Pop in for some fast food done well at this bright, contemporary Asian spot. Choose fish, chicken or veggies in a variety of sauces served over rice or…
Barbados
Pop in for some fast food done well at this bright, contemporary Asian spot. Choose fish, chicken or veggies in a variety of sauces served over rice or…
Baracoa
The favored meeting place of just about everyone in town, you're bound to end up at this open terrace at some point, if only to crack open a can of…
St Lucia
Located in the atmospheric – and low ceilinged – captain's cellars, this restaurant run by an experienced local chef serves up good value seafood and…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
At this economical rooftop haunt, Jamaican fare – primarily chicken and fish – competes for attention alongside the freely flowing overproof rum. There’s…
St Kitts & Nevis
The largest branch of Ram’s on the island is on the outskirts of Basseterre and has a great selection of local and imported food to stock the refrigerator…
Varadero
An old stalwart set in a two-story mansion on the beach, Lai-Lai has traditional Chinese set menus. Food gets mixed reports but, well, if you've been…
Grande-Terre
A colorful fan-cooled shack serving big, tasty seafood grills and a variety of fresh salads accompanied by lovely sea views. There’s often a live band on…
Península de Samaná
Good for a quick pre- or post-whale-watching bite with a little bit of everything from tacos and cheeseburgers to pasta and mofongo (mashed plantains with…
Antigua
This local institution in a shingled cottage dressed in cheerful blue and green doles out delicious Jamaican beef, chicken and vegetable patties to…
Sint Eustatius
A sprawling bright-blue deck with sea views makes an idyllic perch for dining on pizza, burgers and such stalwart mains as ribs, mahi-mahi and chicken…
Antigua
Behind the museum at Nelson’s Dockyard, the fresh bread and delectable baked goods such as cinnamon rolls and chocolate cake will draw you in like a…
Cienfuegos
Right under the portals in Parque José Martí, this colonial perch is great for snacks rather than fine-dining. Settle down for a cold beer and perhaps a…
Havana
Formally known as the 'Diplomercado,' from the days when only diplomats came here, this place is large by Cuban standards and has a decent selection of…
Bermuda
Colorful beachside shack next to Clearwater Beach, with a pig statue dressed in gombey attire out front. Expect fried chicken, burgers and deep-fried…
Grenada Island
Get above the bustle of the waterfront at this popular open-air balcony restaurant. Have a roti or traditional meaty main. Book ahead for a table by the…
St Lucia
A great-value option, with a breezy terrace right on the waterfront, but the food and service can be uneven. Choose from salads, rotis, wraps and grilled…
Saba
Windwardside’s largest grocery store stocks frozen meat, fresh veggies, some pharmacy items and two dozen varieties of rum, including the local Saba Spice.
Bequia
An unpretentious place on the waterfront that is a good bet for cheap local cuisine. There are rotis and sandwiches in addition to more filling local…
Camagüey
Prize for the oddest installation in the lakeside park, Cremería 1514 serves up ice cream in the fuselage of an old Soviet plane – a 1960s Antonov A26.
Cabarete
A morning destination for its large set breakfasts with juice and strong coffee. The bakery does wholewheat bread and tasty vanilla-cream Danish pastries.
Montego Bay
Dive in off the hot Hip Strip for gulps of refreshing air-conditioned air, passable lattes and sweet cupcakes. There's also wi-fi and some savory snacks.
Montego Bay
Popular chain and Jamaican institution serving chicken, beef, ackee and lobster patties, as well as red pea and chicken soup and three types of porridge.
Bermuda
This Front St supermarket is Hamilton's second best, with a good range of Waitrose products for homesick Brits and an extensive deli and wine sections.
Port-au-Prince & Around
Popular with local office workers, this place serves up generous portions of excellent quality Creole cuisine. You can take away or sit at the tables.
Virgin Gorda
The island’s main grocery store lies in a two-story building on the road to the Baths. Groceries on the 1st floor; wholesale items on the 2nd floor.
San Juan
Handy grocery store with all the basic necessities and then some, including fresh fruit and vegetables, a decent deli and a well-stocked booze aisle.
Anguilla
Locals keep this frill-free diner busy, especially at lunchtime. There's an assortment of burgers, buffalo wings and 'fish bits' (deep-fried fish).
Trinidad
Trinidad's agropecuario (vegetable market) isn't London's Covent Garden, but you should still be able to get basic fruits and vegetables.
Aruba
All those kitchenettes demand a good supermarket, and this is it. Ling & Sons has a large deli, a salad bar and freshly made fruit smoothies.
Antigua
Big, high-end supermarket with local and international groceries, cold and hot meals to go, a good liquor selection and international newspapers.
El Yunque & East Coast
Stock up on snacks, drinks and beach supplies at this good-sized supermarket. Located near Luquillo's town center, on the northern side of Hwy 3.
St Kitts & Nevis
This small but well-stocked supermarket is Frigate Bay's best and is handy for picking up self-catering items or supplies for a day on the beach.
British Virgin Islands
The scent of banana bread, coconut bread and coffee waft out of Christine's and fill the settlement by 8am. It's the local breakfast hangout.
Restaurante Italiano Santa Teresa
Camagüey
An Italian feast-in-waiting. Divine pizza, great ice cream and more-than-passable espresso on the patio definitely make this a spot to savor.
Punta Cana & the Southeast
Juan Dolio's best supermarket, with a deli counter, an extensive wine and beer section as well as sundries, souvenirs and electronic gadgets.
Trinidad
Trinidad's best government-run restaurant courtesy of its on-again/off-again lunchtime buffet, which ought to fill you up until dinnertime.
Península de Samaná
Across from the ferry dock, this simple French-run cafe is a good bet for French-leaning quick meals, burgers and salads throughout the day.
Las Terrenas
Service leaves mucho to be desired, but the Italian owners turn out the best pizza in town, with a few tables right on the sand.
Montego Bay
For some of the island's best ice cream, come to this little kiosk inside the shopping center. We particularly like the grape-nut flavor.
St-Martin & Sint Maarten
The largest supermarket on the French side stocks a bounty of fruit, seafood, meat, daily baked bread and French and international goods.
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