North Coast
The alfresco atmosphere – furious waves and gentle breezes, bright tropical flowers and elegantly rustic furniture – is nearly outpaced by the creative…
Must-see restaurants in Caribbean
Antigua
'Eat, drink, socialise' is the motto of this locally adored courtyard cafe where South African wines complement tasty pastas, burgers, paninis and mains…
Anguilla
Next to the eponymous hotel, this waterfront restaurant has uninterrupted views across to mountainous St-Martin/Sint Maarten. It does dependable salads,…
Bridgetown
The name is only true until you order. Lobster bisque and grilled lobster are just some of the choices on the crustacean-heavy menu at this cute joint on…
Varadero
Like most restaurants in the busy crossroads of Santa Marta, Atlantida is set up mainly for Cubans, but has recently garnered a good reputation among…
La Rosa Inglesa/English Rose Inn Restaurant
Rincón
The trick to this exceptional breakfast place is the crusty homemade breads and savory home-stuffed sausage, which turn the egg dishes into a real event…
Barbados
Early on Saturdays, foodies, chefs, artisans and more converge on the Brighton Farmers Market in the heart of the fertile St George Valley on Hwy 4B. It’s…
Havana
A huge place next to the Pabexpo exhibition center that sprawls beneath a series of open-sided thatched bohíos (traditional Cuban huts), Palenque offers…
Anguilla
Presided over by California transplants Darren and Alicia, this chic yet laid-back beachside lair offers exquisite tapas and an inspired cocktail menu…
Cabarete
Occupying a spectacular stretch of the western end of Playa Encuentro, the restaurant at Hideaway Beach Resort (primarily condo rentals) serves up a wide…
St Kitts & Nevis
Join local families at this fuss-free waterfront institution for cheap beers and humongous platters of grilled fish and lobster served family-style on…
Viñales
A commendable attempt to fill a void in Cuba's food market – ie vegetarianism – La Berenjena inhabits a smart two-story house with an awning-covered…
Havana
Ocean-flavored dishes such as ceviche, red snapper and grilled octopus are served in a fern-filled patio or a cooler indoor dining area; this doctor is…
Port of Spain
Named after the dancers of the court of Indra, who could move freely between heaven and earth, Apsara is a stalwart Port of Spain restaurant, popular with…
Havana
Once considered one of Havana's finest government-run restaurants, along with El Aljibe, El Tocororo has lost ground to new private competition in recent…
US Virgin Islands
With the stereo blaring beside her, Gladys belts out Tina Turner tunes while serving some of the best West Indian food around. Locals and tourists pile in…
Willemstad
This excellent little cafe serves up fresh, simple breakfasts and lunches on weekdays from a restored mansion on the gorgeous grounds of Landhuis Bloemhof…
St Croix
Balter puts a graceful modern spin on classic Crucian dishes and international staples. Curried-goat ragout with crispy yam ribbons might pop up on the…
Santo Domingo
Occupying almost an entire city block, Hermanos Villar has two parts: the bustling diner serving classic Dominican cafeteria food such as rice and beans…
Santo Domingo
In tranquil Parque Mirador del Sur, this cafe and culture center beckons artsy Dominicans and travelers in the know. The menu is all over the globe, with…
Out Islands
The eponymous French-Canadian Pierre produces food that treats good produce with love and skill, all in a delightfully scenic setting by the sea. Global…
Bonaire
This cool and contemporary spot is an excellent place to spend an evening, sampling the unusual fare and watching the night divers. Tantalizing offerings…
Barbados
Pull up a table on the elevated wooden platform overlooking the water in this ramshackle local hangout in the tiny village of Half Moon Fort and take your…
Santo Domingo
Unashamedly touristy, El Conuco is stereotypically Dominican in the same way the Hard Rock Cafe is authentically American. Nevertheless, Dominicans as…
Willemstad
From a seaside picnic table at De Visserij ('the fishery' in Dutch), just north of Willemstad, you can sip an Amstel Bright and watch as fishers bring in…
Santo Domingo
A towering and cavernous restaurant brimming with Dominican style, Jalao is over-the-top theme park touristy but attracts local crowds, too. The walls and…
St-Barthélemy
So authentically Italian, you half expect to espy the Coliseum around the corner. This elegant restaurant will put tongue and tummy into a state of…
Havana
Less a conventional eating space and more a tourist complex, Dos Gardenias sports two main restaurants (choose between a grill and a pasta place), a…
Santo Domingo
The new and fashionable outpost of one of the Zona Colonial's most popular places for traditional Dominican fare such as crab-meat empanadas, stewed conch…
Port-au-Prince & Around
Attached to the boutique hotel La Lorraine, this classy restaurant, event space and art gallery is the kind of place you end up heading back to time and…
North Coast
The finest of several good restaurants at the Ritz-Carlton Reserve Dorado Beach, Coa is a casual yet sophisticated beachside locale that creatively…
Aruba
Connected to JADS Dive Center, this bi-level bar and grill was revamped in 2019. It's an excellent spot to grab a cocktail and a hot meal, discuss the day…
Dominica
The welcome isn't particularly warm, but you can't really argue with the setting of this airy cafe overlooking the surging Roseau River. It serves…
Habana Vieja
Relocated from Miramar’s residential area to bustling Calle O’Reilly, Tabarish is housed in a restored colonial building with high ceilings and wrought…
Vedado
In a country where ordering food used to be a rather taxing experience, Woow makes it incredibly easy. It combines a handy location on Vedado’s main…
North Coast
This palapa-topped, beachfront hut serves up delicious pizzas with a variety of fresh local toppings, and also Italian dishes like pulpo carpaccio (thin…
Bonaire
There are two reasons to stop at this roadside shack in Rincon village: pumpkin soup and milkshakes, both made with an extra dose of love by owner Norman…
Restaurante Presa de Florencia
Ciego de Ávila Province
A traditional open-sided restaurant under a thatched shelter on a small island in the middle of the Florencia reservoir. It serves straight-up Cuban food…
Central Mountains
An excellent spot on the Guavate lechonera strip to try Puerto Rico's ultimate culinary delicacy – lechón asado (whole roast pig). Most of the week…
Punta Cana & the Southeast
Juan Dolio’s interpretation of a sports bar, the Welsh-Israeli Guilia's has 25 years under its apron. It's popular for English, American and Dominican all…
