Eleuthera
Grandmotherly Angela will cook you a heaping plate of conch with peas and rice at this cozy local joint, decorated in beachy kitsch including old street…
Must-see restaurants in Caribbean
Virgin Gorda
Yes, it sits above the Baths and yes, it's touristy. But the hilltop view kills and the comfort food (such as Amaretto French toast for breakfast or…
St Lucia
Just up the hill from Malgretoute Beach, this home-style restaurant is in Martha's actual home. Each day she prepares a spread of excellent comfort food…
Port-au-Prince & Around
Pétionville's best sushi, and an excellent sampling of Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese small plates as well. The fresh fish is top quality, and the…
Cabarete
An institution in Cabarete, this homey beachfront restaurant does a great garlic shrimp paella dish as well as lobster and grilled fish, under twinkling…
Jamaica
The fact that this is a popular tour-boat stop for croc-spotters hasn't impacted negatively on the taste of Sister Lou's stuffed crab backs and pepper…
Grenada Island
Located in the upmarket Port Louis marina, with tables overlooking boats and the occasional megayacht. It’s busy with happy yachties eating fresh salads,…
Valle de Viñales
A large, but reasonable rural restaurant typical of the Viñales area, Finca San Vicente serves a slap-up CUC$10 lunch. If there are enough people, it…
Tortola
What more can you ask for than stellar Caribbean and international cuisine, a refreshing breeze and soaring views across three Tortola bays? Try the jerk…
Grenada Island
Local seafood is rolled into the mix at this casual sushi bar. Mix and mingle on the outdoor picnic tables (or cool off inside) before diving into top…
Villa Clara Province
Remedios doesn't have many private restaurants, making this 1st-floor haven of good taste especially welcome. Three-course meals such as surf and turf…
San Juan
Start your day with fresh-baked pastries and cafe con leche, or end it with a beef pastelillo (turnover) or freshly made sandwiches, or put together a…
Aguadilla
Puerto Rico's best bakery perches on the edge of the Aguadilla Ramey Base, tempting passers-by with delicious baked-on-the-premises bread, croissants and…
Barbados
Offering some of the best value in the north, this friendly open-air diner in front of the bus station serves great Bajan-style ribs, fish and chicken in…
Tortola
Mingle with the boating crowd at the East End's top restaurant, which deftly manages a world of cuisines from pad Thai to chicken schnitzel to plantain…
Haiti
A self-styled sports restaurant above a supermarket sounds unimpressive, but Kokiyaj is actually a cut above. As well as Creole classics there are some…
Treasure Beach
Run by delightful Rasta Delroy, this simple restaurant is a great stop for vegan dishes, such as curried chickpeas and garlic cauliflower, all served with…
Ponce & South Coast
Puerto Rican cuisine gets a few European shake-ups in Yauco's finest dining option, where staff try hard to please but the parrilladas (grills) and…
Isla de la Juventud
Lobster fresh off the grill for CUC$6 and a guitar duo serenading you as you dine? Sound too good to be true? It all happens at Toti, a deliciously modest…
Turks & Caicos
This friendly, no-frills Bahamian lunch-stop offers few surprises (lobster in season, cracked conch, burgers, fried fish fingers) but is definitely worth…
St Croix
Polly’s serves coffee, tea, sandwiches, omelets, waffles and cocktails a stone's throw from the pier. Savor it all in the cafe's open, airy, island…
St Lucia
This sprightly eatery sitting on a covered wooden deck overlooking the marina is the perfect venue for enjoying a drink, snack or a meal – and to people…
Grand Cayman
Despite the strip-mall setting, this all-day bistro has a showy open kitchen, a colorful dining room and a breezy charm. Artisanal pizzas, Caribbean…
Culebra
In the center of town, Heather’s is Culebra's go-to pizza parlor (along with pasta and subs) and a popular hangout at night. It gets busy in high season…
St Lucia
Mouth-watering local dishes are intermixed with old favorites to form a fine culinary offer, served up with a great view. Consistency is not at the level…
Montego Bay
Fantastic choice: a true local’s spot, this rustic seafood shack (near Sandals Montego Bay) is also patronized by some very in-the-know tourists. Come…
Ocho Rios, Port Antonio & the North Coast
This is a popular rest stop and bar on the main highway opposite Green Grotto Caves. The curry goat is decent, the jerk hot and there is plenty of soup,…
Tortola
Good coffee, heaping English breakfasts and freshly baked treats make this cute cafe one of the most popular morning spots in Road Town. Located in the…
San Juan
Though the ceviche here is king, this low-key Peruvian place also cooks up other treats such as juicy steaks and a full range of fresh seafood, such as…
Treasure Beach
Though the chef keeps erratic hours and the Jamaican standards are pricey and merely adequate rather than mindblowing, he's a terrific musician. Just bear…
Ciego de Ávila Province
This restaurant at the entrance to Laguna La Redonda is good for comida criolla or a drink with a lake view. Try the house specialty, a fillet of fish…
Puerto Rico
Tino never disappoints at this basic but friendly place at the northern end of the restaurant strip. No spectacular sea views here but the seafood is…
Las Terrenas
When the Italian chef is in the kitchen cooking, this old-fashioned throwback does very good pasta. The wide-ranging menu hits all the usual fish and meat…
Turks & Caicos
One of North Caicos' best, Miss B's yellow house is a restaurant with character and charm. Forgo the pizza for Bahamian favorites such as conch, souse and…
Virgin Gorda
Pop in on your way to the Baths and pick up a fat chocolate-chip cookie, pineapple tart, raisin roll or other treat. There are also cheap sandwiches at…
Santiago de Cuba
Occupying a block just down from the casco histórico en route to the port, this garden is devoted to ornamental plants and great ice cream (which comes…
St-Barthélemy
Operated by Marché U, Oasis is one of St-Barth's biggest and best-stocked supermarkets, with an extensive array of fresh and long-life goods, ready-made…
Grand Cayman
A casual, open-air establishment that's both oceanfront and poolside, Eagle Rays attracts a lively après-diving crowd. Its lionfish tacos are second to…
Santiago de Cuba
In a conducive setting amid Vista Alegre's mansions, this spacious, inviting shady patio serves above-average food (pay in pesos) alongside live music at…
Las Tunas Province
With a plant-festooned patio and quiet downtown location, the offerings at this local spot skew toward seafood specialties. Spaghetti, mutton, pork and…
