Aruba
A solid, reasonably priced Palm Beach restaurant dishing up all three meals, with friendly service and a lovely ambience. Feast on Dutch pancakes or filet…
Must-see restaurants in Southern Caribbean
Aruba
The view and the cocktails are the main draws at this bar and grill steps from Baby Beach (the Flintstones theme is taken a bit too far, however:…
Port of Spain
Part wine bar, part upscale bistro, overseen by local chef extraordinaire Khalid Mohammed, this is a lovely spot for lunch, perhaps seared salmon with…
Bonaire
Whichever meal you're hungry for, Exito has you covered. Breakfast is a build-your-own sandwich bar and good coffee, while lunch-buffet offerings include…
Port of Spain
For a quiet romantic dinner, take a table on the pretty terrace and enjoy excellent service and great food that blends Caribbean staples with world…
Tobago
Sitting alfresco amid a tropical setting overlooking the water, with the sound of waves crashing below, this upmarket restaurant specializes in gourmet…
Bonaire
At this delightful place on Rincon's western outskirts you can sample local specialties such as sopi di yuana (iguana soup) and stoba di kabritu (goat…
Tobago
With tables on a balcony overlooking palm-studded King's Bay, the views here are fantastic. Simple fish or chicken meals with local sides makes this the…
Trinidad
The top choice in town, right on the beach and with gorgeous sea views framed by open-arched walls. The menu features divine seafood, pasta and meat…
Curaçao
This restaurant is best known as the island's cliff-diving spot. But before you take the plunge, it's actually worth grabbing a margarita and some fresh…
Aruba
You can charter the owner's boat and catch your own dinner, which will be expertly prepared at this casual but classy supper club. Even if you don't reel…
Bonaire
This quaint little restaurant opened in 2018 along the road to Washington-Slagbaai National Park, and is a fabulously homey spot for local specialties…
Port of Spain
Whole-wheat roti? Yes, it exists here, as do dairy-free desserts (including a showcase of ice creams) and deliciously healthy vegetarian dishes from the…
Tobago
From her roadside kiosk above Mt Irvine Beach car park, Cheryl dispenses some of Tobago's most delicious roti: thin and stretchy dahl-laced skins cooked…
Port of Spain
Right on Independence Sq, Hosein's is a Port of Spain institution, hugely popular with hungry workers queuing up for the tasty and generously sized…
Bonaire
At this long-standing place a genial mix of folks enjoy plate lunches of local fare (fish stew, goat, fried chicken) at mismatched tables scattered under…
Bonaire
The only stoplight on Bonaire is part of a sign over the newly relocated Pasa Bon Pizza. The joint is famous for its pizza topped with lionfish, which…
Tobago
Right above the sand on the surfers' section of Mt Irvine Beach, Anchor has everything you need from a Caribbean beach grill: a simple menu of fish or…
Bonaire
This roadside cafe has tables on the porch and in the breezy dining room. This is simple, filling fare direct from Colombia: grilled meats and fried fish,…
Aruba
At first appearance this looks like a well-stocked Italian deli and wine shop, but slip into the back to discover the stash of wine, plus a handful of…
Bonaire
You can’t take Bonaire to France, but you can bring France to Bonaire. Bistro classics, many made with fresh seafood, are prepared with skill. The veranda…
Tobago
A fabulously kitschy underwater-themed interior bedecked with neon reef paintings, and tables on a balcony overlooking the village and sea. Serves truly…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Bonaire
This long-standing place is still one of the best eateries on the island. It's a cozy, casual spot, with a breezy porch, a polished wooden bar and lights…
Willemstad
The Dutch and Caribbean food served in this restored colonial building is good, but the views of Sint Annabaai are magic, especially when a huge freighter…
Willemstad
This Dutch cafe and its neighboring twin are so authentic that if it were below zero and raining you’d think you were in Amsterdam. Servers scamper among…
Trinidad
Great little bar-restaurant with tables on a covered waterfront terrace and an air-con interior. Inexpensive fish, pork or chicken with local sides is a…
Aruba
Here's a local favorite that's bustling from morning to night. Lunch highlights include excellent salads, while at night seafood shines: lobster and…
Bonaire
Book a spot on the wide porch at this popular restaurant, and enjoy handmade pastas, grilled meats and fresh seafood, prepared as they are in Giorgio's…
Trinidad
Follow the crowds to Richard's, easily the most popular of the bake-and-shark outlets. The extensive fresh salad bar is kept well stocked, and the sauces…
Bonaire
The go-to spot for a hearty and wholesome breakfast or lunch, with a wide variety of sandwiches served on fresh bread. It's a perfect lunch stop between…
Willemstad
A popular large supermarket with a bakery and a deli. Located west of the center, 2km north of Piscadera Bay.
Tobago
With tables on a terrace taking in the sweep of Buccoo Bay, this is a great place to sip a drink while watching fishers land their catch. The food is…
Port of Spain
Maybe not the most inspired cooking in the world, but a decent option for inexpensive Jamaican-style jerk chicken, pork, lamb and fish, plus daily…
Aruba
There's no shortage of beachside restaurants in the resort area, but Matthew's is a good one. In its large open-air pavilion you can enjoy ocean breezes…
Tobago
The wistful ambience, complemented by friendly staff, is the best thing about this handsome restaurant, which is candlelit and breezy and has waterfalls…
Tobago
You won't be disappointed by the curried goodness at this reliable roti shop, cooking up breakfasts of eggplant or tomato choka and sada roti, plus…
