Anguilla
In a romantically lit, open-air, tin-roofed space, this long-standing spot run by a Californian couple turns out sophisticated Mexican fare: chipotle…
Must-see restaurants in Leeward Islands
Anguilla
In a contemporary whitewashed building next to a wine shop, this French bakery is the place to stop for baguettes, croissants and pains au chocolat,…
Antigua
Cap Horn offers you the choice of one dining room where its ever-popular pizza is baked in a wood-fired oven, and another more formal space where a…
Cathy's Ocean View Bar & Grill
St Kitts & Nevis
With its plastic covered tables, it might not look like much inside, but Cathy's serves superb ribs, grilled meats and fish dishes. Grab a table in the…
Sint Eustatius
Keep eyes and ears out for this food truck roaming around town on Sundays to see what the fuss is all about when it comes to its awesome ice cream (try…
Nevis
Infused with charming boho flair and set in a little banana-tree-shaded park by the sea, this colorful outdoor cafe does brisk business with its cooked…
Antigua
This upscale market is Antigua's best and has a wide selection of fresh local foods, imported international foods (especially from the UK and the US), as…
Sint Eustatius
Franky's does good business with his barbecue, where chicken, fish and ribs are fire-tickled to perfection on the smoky grill and dished up with deep…
Antigua
Punctuating the north end of lovely Pigeon Beach, Bumpkins is the go-to place for sublime banana piña coladas, but also feeds fans of unfussy local fare…
Antigua
This beachy daytime hangout beneath the palm trees at Siboney Beach Club morphs into an elegant candlelit affair for dinner. The lobster thermidor…
Antigua
You can have a fine meal upstairs at this deeply unpretentious 1820s Creole cottage with gingerbread trim. Skip the international choices and go for local…
Sint Eustatius
Politicians from the nearby government building fill this central spot at lunchtime but it's also a handy rest stop after a sightseeing spin around…
Nevis
Handy for the Sea Bridge at Cades Bay, this alfresco locale is as fancy as snackettes come in Nevis, with tables scattered across the terrace and a raised…
Antigua
Dave and Jane's food truck enjoys cult status among local British-style fish-and-chips devotees, but the succulent shrimp, spicy sausages and Indian…
Nevis
This legendary rum-and-reggae beach joint has been getting people in a party mood for decades. A cold Carib goes well with its 'secret sauce'–marinated…
Antigua
Fondly known as ‘Abra,’ Salvatore’s outpost has been all things to all people since 1984: a little slice of Italy where you can devour homemade pastas or…
Antigua
For authentic local food cooked with soul, point your compass to this cheerily painted cottage just off the main road to Nelson’s Dockyard. The chalkboard…
Antigua
The contemporary-styled deck with yacht views is just as enticing to the chic-but-sensible crowd as the eclectic menu that hopscotches from Asia to the…
St Kitts & Nevis
A white-haired Rasta named Lion presides over this charmingly shabby beach shack, which serves cheap cold beer and the signature 'Lion Punch' alongside…
Antigua
The most popular of the two beach restaurants at Half Moon Bay, Beach Bum wins with its views of the sea, fun atmosphere and friendly staff. Meals of…
Antigua
The eponymous owner, Harry Thomas, has passed on, but his smiling spirit still hovers over this rustic beach shack famous for its 'Thirst Quenchers' and…
Saba
Panoramic glass windows look out over Fort Bay's port from Deep End's light-filled dining room. Fresh-as-it-gets seafood comes straight off the boats…
St Kitts & Nevis
Beach gourmets flock to Patsy's for her finger-lickin' barbecued ribs and mouthwatering shrimp pasta served in her cheerfully painted outpost toward the…
St Kitts & Nevis
This relaxed open-sided patio and bar is a fixture on Frigate Bay North, and it gets very busy on the weekend. Aside from the locally caught namesake…
Saba
The largest supermarket in The Bottom, My Store has a good selection of fruit and veggies, and imported goods including wine and plenty of frozen ready…
Nevis
Right in town, Tea House doles out big portions of decent Chinese standards. It's popular for takeaway but it's also fun to grab a table on the small…
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…
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…
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.
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).
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.
Antigua
Big, high-end supermarket with local and international groceries, cold and hot meals to go, a good liquor selection and international newspapers.
St Kitts & Nevis
Bag great photos and bargain-priced fresh produce and fish at Basseterre's tin-roofed market, which is busiest on Saturday morning.
Nevis
A few stalls set up by the ferry pier sell local fruit and vegetables. It's busiest on Saturday morning. Bargaining recommended.
Nevis
A little overpriced but stocked with basic supplies, this market is open when everything else is not.
Antigua
Medium-priced supermarket with many local products; en route to Dickenson Bay.
