British Virgin Islands Dining

Delightfully informal, ‘1748’ is a popular beachfront deck restaurant. Part of an 18th-century sugar mill, it offers buffet breakfasts, as well as extensive lunch and dinner menus featuring anything from grills and fresh seafood to tasty local dishes. Special weekly events include a ‘Barbecue Cook-out’ and a ‘Taste of Tortola’... (more)

Delightfully informal, ‘1748’ is a popular beachfront deck restaurant. Part of an 18th-century sugar mill, it offers buffet breakfasts, as well as extensive lunch and dinner menus featuring anything from grills and fresh seafood to tasty local dishes. Special weekly events include a ‘Barbecue Cook-out’ and a ‘Taste of Tortola’ buffet, both evenings featuring live entertainment. 1748 on Long Bay Beach is replete with history. Sit on one of the upper or lower decks or right beneath the seagrape trees on the sand. Sample grilled fare, barbecue or fresh seafood, and listen to nearby soothing waves. (close)

Casual, friendly and tasteful. Presentation pool side with outstanding 180 degree views. The best sunset venue with palate pleasing appetizer & dinner choices; also a Pimm's Cocktail Brunch served on Saturday & Sunday. Open: Tue-Sun for Lunch 11:30-2 pm, Dinner 6-9 pm, Happy Hour 4-6... (more)

Casual, friendly and tasteful. Presentation pool side with outstanding 180 degree views. The best sunset venue with palate pleasing appetizer & dinner choices; also a Pimm's Cocktail Brunch served on Saturday & Sunday. Open: Tue-Sun for Lunch 11:30-2 pm, Dinner 6-9 pm, Happy Hour 4-6 pm, Live music & BBQ on Saturdays. (close)

The Barracuda Restaurant at Olde Yard Village, serves breakfast through dinner, with an afternoon and evening tapas menu. Fresh fish, grilled meats and handmade pasta. The menu changes daily in order to maintain the freshest ingredients possible. Barracuda’s focus is on great food with... (more)

The Barracuda Restaurant at Olde Yard Village, serves breakfast through dinner, with an afternoon and evening tapas menu. Fresh fish, grilled meats and handmade pasta. The menu changes daily in order to maintain the freshest ingredients possible. Barracuda’s focus is on great food with prompt, friendly service in a comfortable, relaxed, poolside setting. Great assortment of wines from numerous varieties of grapes and regions of the world. Thursday nights is BBQ night with music provided by a local band or DJ. The restaurant is also be available for private parties, held around the pool and cabanas at Olde Yard Village. Barracuda, where influences from New York City, Brazil and Virgin Gorda come together to cook good food, served in a comfortable, friendly setting. (close)

Beach Club Terrace, Baugher's Bay overlooking Road Harbour specializing in local cuisine. Open daily 7 am-10 pm

Located at Loblolly Bay on the north shore, this beach bar and restaurant specializes in Anegada style lunches of lobster, conch, fish, chicken, and more. Lunch at Big Bamboo, and have a drink at the small thatched-roof bar where scrawled signatures on the bar and roof supports are from Cindy... (more)

Located at Loblolly Bay on the north shore, this beach bar and restaurant specializes in Anegada style lunches of lobster, conch, fish, chicken, and more. Lunch at Big Bamboo, and have a drink at the small thatched-roof bar where scrawled signatures on the bar and roof supports are from Cindy Crawford, Brooke Shields, and Andre Agassi (the bartender swears they're real). Dinner upon request. (close)

This hilltop restaurant is a longtime island favorite. The panoramic view of North Sound is wonderful The food is first rate. Your taste buds will be dazzled with such delights as five-spice duck salad, followed by a main course of pan-seared salmon wrapped in Parma ham in a lentil-cream... (more)

This hilltop restaurant is a longtime island favorite. The panoramic view of North Sound is wonderful The food is first rate. Your taste buds will be dazzled with such delights as five-spice duck salad, followed by a main course of pan-seared salmon wrapped in Parma ham in a lentil-cream sauce, and grilled grouper with an herb couscous. The chef's special, grilled lobster, is featured Sunday and Wednesday nights. Desserts are prepared fresh, and are likely to range from a chilled green-apple parfait to a choice of sorbets served with a chilled cantaloupe soup. Reservations required - Seatings daily 7-8:45 pm Fixed-price dinner $85 (close)

Chef David sources the freshest local fish, herbs and vegetables and imports other exotic seasonal ingredients from around the world. The menu changes nightly, but the quality never varies. Appetizers like beef carpaccio or grilled portobello mushrooms are presented with a simple elegance. ... (more)

Chef David sources the freshest local fish, herbs and vegetables and imports other exotic seasonal ingredients from around the world. The menu changes nightly, but the quality never varies. Appetizers like beef carpaccio or grilled portobello mushrooms are presented with a simple elegance. Other mouthwatering offerings include roast duck resting in mango sauce., thick grilled veal chop, fresh local fish and vegetarian entrées. Finally, tiramisu or contrasting tastes of vin santo e biscotti for dessert. You'll have the finest wines from France, Italy, Australia and America to pair with your meal. Open Mon-Sat for dinner only 6:30 pm-9 pm. (close)

Cafesito offers West Indian and international dishes including fresh Anegada lobster, coconut shrimp and a variety of pastas. Lunch and dinner are served daily. In the winter season, Cafesito will often deliver from its menu straight to your door! Romasco Building, Road Town, Tortola.

From a good old burger to lobster salad, Calamaya provides a tasty alternative. For lunch why not try the grilled Cubano sandwich -- shrimp, ham, and pineapple on a baguette and for dinner, we recommend the pesto pasta with cilantro, almonds, and spicy shredded chicken. ... (more)

From a good old burger to lobster salad, Calamaya provides a tasty alternative. For lunch why not try the grilled Cubano sandwich -- shrimp, ham, and pineapple on a baguette and for dinner, we recommend the pesto pasta with cilantro, almonds, and spicy shredded chicken. Reservations recommended for dinner. Water's edge dining featuring Shrimp, Jerk Chicken, Grilled Salmon, Swordfish, Anegada Lobster. Open daily 7 am-10 pm, Happy Hour 5-7 pm Hodge's Creek Marina, Blackburn Highway (close)

Italian cafe located opposite the ferry dock offering a varied menu of pizzas, pasta & salads. This local favorite is small, casual, and laid-back. It's the most authentic-looking Italian cafe in the Virgin Islands. At breakfast time, many locals stop in for an... (more)

Italian cafe located opposite the ferry dock offering a varied menu of pizzas, pasta & salads. This local favorite is small, casual, and laid-back. It's the most authentic-looking Italian cafe in the Virgin Islands. At breakfast time, many locals stop in for an Italian pastry along with a cappuccino, or even a full breakfast. If it's evening, you might try the mango Bellini. Begin with such appetizers as piedini (flour tortillas with various toppings), then move on to a selection of fresh pastas, the best pizzas on the island, or the well-stuffed sandwiches. Or if you prefer, try the pizza topped with grilled eggplant. Take out available. Open Mon-Sat, 8 am-9 pm. Closed Sundays & public holidays. (close)

The Captain's Table offers an extensive and varied menu, fully stocked, licensed bar, and an airy, shaded balcony overlooking the marina. For appetizers, you can enjoy selections from gazpacho to escargot. One of the best items on the menu is honey-dipped chicken, which is lightly coated with... (more)

The Captain's Table offers an extensive and varied menu, fully stocked, licensed bar, and an airy, shaded balcony overlooking the marina. For appetizers, you can enjoy selections from gazpacho to escargot. One of the best items on the menu is honey-dipped chicken, which is lightly coated with flour and deep-fried. For a lighter meal, you may want to try the Cajun chicken over Caesar salad. For more substantial appetites, the menu offers dolphin (not Flipper, but a species of fish), salmon, and lobster. For something unusual, try filet of Jamaican jerk duck. Stop in for lunch Mondays through Fridays. Dinner every night (closed Sundays during the Off Season). Dockside at Inner Harbour Marina Road Town, Tortola, BVI Open: Mon-Fri for lunch 11 am-3 pm and daily for dinner from 6 pm. (close)

This is the closest approximation to a New Orleans supper club in the B.V.I. The Creole and or Cajun offerings include conch gumbo, Nassau grouper en papillote, and New Orleans-style strip steak covered with a creamy Worcestershire sauce. Desserts such as apple crostini and crème brûlée are... (more)

This is the closest approximation to a New Orleans supper club in the B.V.I. The Creole and or Cajun offerings include conch gumbo, Nassau grouper en papillote, and New Orleans-style strip steak covered with a creamy Worcestershire sauce. Desserts such as apple crostini and crème brûlée are among the very best on the island. Live music, usually blues or jazz of course, is presented every Friday night on the terrace. (close)

Waterfront dining offers the choice of an outdoor verandah setting or an air conditioned dining room. Specializing in Caribbean fusion: an exquisite blend of Latin, French, Italian & Caribbean cuisine. Appetizers: Coconut prawns with honey dijon mustard, deep fried calamari, eggless ceasar salad, soup of the day.... (more)

Waterfront dining offers the choice of an outdoor verandah setting or an air conditioned dining room. Specializing in Caribbean fusion: an exquisite blend of Latin, French, Italian & Caribbean cuisine. Appetizers: Coconut prawns with honey dijon mustard, deep fried calamari, eggless ceasar salad, soup of the day. Entrees: Salmon or Mahi Mahi pan-seared or grilled, blackened tuna, BBQ jerk ribs, steak, pork chops, lamb, lobster (in season), local lunch dishes like stewed oxtail with mixed vegetables and coleslaw or pan-fried or boiled snapper with green banana, fungi and sweet potato. Monday - Friday 11 am-10 pm Lunch & Dinner (close)

Located in Capoons Bay, West End, Coco Plums is casual dining in a funky atmosphere. Menu choices range from ribs, steak, fish to burgers, pasta and pizza. Save room for really good home made desserts.

Quaint atmosphere, located on Main Street in Road Town. Espresso, cappucino, latte and sereral types of teas are made hot or cold. Local juices (soursop, mango, passionfruit) and Italian sodas. The coffee shoppe also has some pastries and toasted sandwiches. Not to be missed when available -... (more)

Quaint atmosphere, located on Main Street in Road Town. Espresso, cappucino, latte and sereral types of teas are made hot or cold. Local juices (soursop, mango, passionfruit) and Italian sodas. The coffee shoppe also has some pastries and toasted sandwiches. Not to be missed when available - Joy's cassava balls with hot mango chutney. (close)

This is a very low-key bar and restaurant where visitors come to fill up on tasty conch fritters and fresh local lobster. The shaded bar offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Wreck Punch -- a delicious mixture of rum and fruit. The grill is open... (more)

This is a very low-key bar and restaurant where visitors come to fill up on tasty conch fritters and fresh local lobster. The shaded bar offers the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Wreck Punch -- a delicious mixture of rum and fruit. The grill is open for lunch and dinner and serves West Indian specialties including lobster, conch, and shell fish, as well as burgers and ribs. Diners sit on a terrace under a straw roof, at rough-hewn wooden tables that feature a view of the water. If you go for lunch, you can tie in a visit with a snorkel trip. Reservations required for dinner. Daily 7 am-midnight; dinner 6 pm. Closing time for bar "when the last customer departs." (close)

Set on Peter Island amidst white sand, seagrape trees, coconut palms and swaying hammocks, Caribbean-themed dishes include wood-fired oven gourmet pizza, hot entrees, sandwiches, ribs and a generous salad bar buffet. Every Sunday, enjoy lunch to the beat of a live steel drum band while you dine under a cedar... (more)

Set on Peter Island amidst white sand, seagrape trees, coconut palms and swaying hammocks, Caribbean-themed dishes include wood-fired oven gourmet pizza, hot entrees, sandwiches, ribs and a generous salad bar buffet. Every Sunday, enjoy lunch to the beat of a live steel drum band while you dine under a cedar shake roof. Jumbie Stilt-walkers are often a part of the ambience, and notables such as Tom Hanks and Michael Douglas are certainly not strangers to this particular beach bar! (close)

Dotsy's Bakery & Sandwich Shop - West Indian, Bakery: Located in the Settlement, Dotsy's serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Its menu features fresh baked breads and desserts, local fish and chips, chicken, burgers, and pizza.

Eclectic fusion cuisine with an extensive wine list. This is a comfortable environment in which to fully appreciate your evening. If you want to come and have a light snack with a glass of wine or if you would like to bask in a 5 course meal finishing with... (more)

Eclectic fusion cuisine with an extensive wine list. This is a comfortable environment in which to fully appreciate your evening. If you want to come and have a light snack with a glass of wine or if you would like to bask in a 5 course meal finishing with a fine cognac, if you like fine flavors eclipse is the place for you. Whether it is the food or the atmosphere, the staff or the view, you’ll love the Eclipse experience. With the garden lounge for cheese fondue and a couple of Gorgonzola Martini's to the sea side dining room, for a beautiful evening of extravagant flavors, Eclipse will be a place you remember as a perfect evening out. Fat Hog's Bay. Reservations recommended. Open: Mon-Sat 5-10 pm (closed Aug) (close)

Here is where you come if you are really hungry. Ribs and Lobster as the must haves and if you fancy 48 ounce steak… yes 48 ounces! You can order from a selection of appetizers such as salt fish cakes and soups (including West Indian pumpkin). ... (more)

Here is where you come if you are really hungry. Ribs and Lobster as the must haves and if you fancy 48 ounce steak… yes 48 ounces! You can order from a selection of appetizers such as salt fish cakes and soups (including West Indian pumpkin). The famed barbecued Danish baby back ribs, served at both lunch and dinner, are marinated in Guinness and then perfectly grilled with the chef's secret sauce. They're so tender that the meat literally falls off the bone. If you don't want ribs for dinner, main courses include great catches from Anegada, not only lobster but also game fish, and steaks (including a juicy porterhouse) that will delight the Texan in you. For dessert, the pumpkin cheesecake is an unexpected delight. Water's edge dining, offering large portions, big screen satellite TV. Open daily for breakfast 7-10 am, lunch/dinner 11 am- late. Maya Cove, East End. (close)

One of the more highly recommended moderately priced restaurants is Fischer's Cove with a great vantage point for sunsets. Known for great conch fritters (the menu brags that they are "Award Winning Conch Fritters"), and they are! They are fresh & tasty and fried just... (more)

One of the more highly recommended moderately priced restaurants is Fischer's Cove with a great vantage point for sunsets. Known for great conch fritters (the menu brags that they are "Award Winning Conch Fritters"), and they are! They are fresh & tasty and fried just till tender You can also get a lovely grilled seafood dinner, offering whatever fish catch is in season, or even steaks if you prefer. (close)

Located on the beach at Loblolly Bay East, Flash of Beauty menu includes drinks, sandwiches, fresh seafood, lobster, and shellfish all day.

Located in the historic Fort Burt Hotel at the edge of Road Town serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cool breezes in a covered open-air dining pavilion with a spectacular panoramic view of Road Harbour. Lunch appetizers: Sesame-ginger tuna salad, calamari fritti. Entrees: Seared salmon with a... (more)

Located in the historic Fort Burt Hotel at the edge of Road Town serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cool breezes in a covered open-air dining pavilion with a spectacular panoramic view of Road Harbour. Lunch appetizers: Sesame-ginger tuna salad, calamari fritti. Entrees: Seared salmon with a caper-lemon seasoned butter. Dinner appetizers: Fresh mozzarella with black truffle vinaigrette. Entrees: Grilled shrimp with coconut beurre blanc. Daily 7 am-10 pm (close)

This is the only authentic Italian restaurant on the island, with chefs flown in for the season from Venice, Milan, and Florence. Lying a 15-minute drive north of Spanish Town, the restaurant opens onto a big covered terrace. You can dine on fresh locally caught fish, an array of succulent... (more)

This is the only authentic Italian restaurant on the island, with chefs flown in for the season from Venice, Milan, and Florence. Lying a 15-minute drive north of Spanish Town, the restaurant opens onto a big covered terrace. You can dine on fresh locally caught fish, an array of succulent pastas and such standard Italian staples as veal scaloppine. Pizzas and sandwiches will fill you at lunch. Reservations recommended (close)

This place is a slice of the real local life! Located right around the corner from Fischer's Cove Hotel. A huge grill cooks up whatever Grandma is fixin' tonight, and reggae music keeps the patrons hoppin'. Stop in for a cold beer and a chat with some of the... (more)

This place is a slice of the real local life! Located right around the corner from Fischer's Cove Hotel. A huge grill cooks up whatever Grandma is fixin' tonight, and reggae music keeps the patrons hoppin'. Stop in for a cold beer and a chat with some of the local fishermen, and sample some real traditional Caribbean Island fare! (close)

The newest member of the Leverick Bay resort is the Jumbies beach bar, named after the Mocko Jumbies who make an appearance and dance every Friday night during the Beach Party. Built out of local stone, it is the area's most beautiful and unique beach bar.... (more)

The newest member of the Leverick Bay resort is the Jumbies beach bar, named after the Mocko Jumbies who make an appearance and dance every Friday night during the Beach Party. Built out of local stone, it is the area's most beautiful and unique beach bar. Next to it you will find a series of small private tables going up the hillside, every one with a incredible view out over the North Sound. You also will find at Jumbies all the sporting events showing all season. With two international satellite dishes showing on four displays, you won't miss your favorite teams games. (close)

Enjoy fine Asian cuisine in a quiet, romantic, genuine Oriental setting. Specialties: Chili chicken, Hong Kong prawns, Hakka chowmein, Manchurian fish, garlic eggplant. Located at Harbour View Marina, East End. Lunch 11 am-3 pm Dinner 6 pm-10 pm

This breezy outdoor patio French restaurant and bar is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Offerings include herring salad, French onion soup, monkfish in chive butter sauce, veal kidneys, and grilled rib-eye steak with green peppercorn sauce. Top your meal... (more)

This breezy outdoor patio French restaurant and bar is a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Offerings include herring salad, French onion soup, monkfish in chive butter sauce, veal kidneys, and grilled rib-eye steak with green peppercorn sauce. Top your meal off with tasty desserts such as chocolate mousse, coconut mousse, cherry cheesecake, or a platter of French cheeses. French bistro-style restaurant in the heart of Road Town Open Mon-Fri 11:30 am-late, Sat 5 pm-late (close)

In a lovely garden, The Lobster Trap specializes in lobster. The island favorite is served in a variety of ways but the barbecued lobsters stand out. Serves lunch and dinner. Reserve for dinner by 4 pm.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and set in the heart of Road Town, this hangout offers typical local fare. Options including "souse" pig feet stew, sandwiches, fish soup, burgers, Johnny cake, boiled fish, conch fritters, salt fish, coconut ice cream, oxtail and items cooked to order. Local drinks include... (more)

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and set in the heart of Road Town, this hangout offers typical local fare. Options including "souse" pig feet stew, sandwiches, fish soup, burgers, Johnny cake, boiled fish, conch fritters, salt fish, coconut ice cream, oxtail and items cooked to order. Local drinks include peanut punch and mauby. Try the pea soup (beans with pigtail). Main Street at the head of Chalwell Street. (close)

The continental style menu is simple, featuring grilled fish, chicken, steaks and baby back ribs, salads and Some special evenings you might want to be part of are the Tuesday Night Caribbean BBQ, "an all you can dig into" spread, the Friday Ladies Night with music by Morris Mark and... (more)

The continental style menu is simple, featuring grilled fish, chicken, steaks and baby back ribs, salads and Some special evenings you might want to be part of are the Tuesday Night Caribbean BBQ, "an all you can dig into" spread, the Friday Ladies Night with music by Morris Mark and the monthly Budweiser Full Moon Party. Tune into ZBVI's weather reports at 8.30 am, 9.30 am and 4.30 am for the exact date each month. (close)

Mr. Fritz's Oriental Restaurant has varieties of Chinese food in an informal patio setting. Tortola's only Chinese restaurant, you will see carry out food from this restaurant in far locales. Facing Waterfront Drive at Chalwell Street

Open air dining, featuring fresh lobster, fish, shrimp, steak, vegetarian, and much more delicious food-grilled right before your eyes. This restaurant can get busy so wise to make a reservation. Fun atmosphere, good food, and the staff is friendly. Hours: Breakfast, Brunch or Lunch,... (more)

Open air dining, featuring fresh lobster, fish, shrimp, steak, vegetarian, and much more delicious food-grilled right before your eyes. This restaurant can get busy so wise to make a reservation. Fun atmosphere, good food, and the staff is friendly. Hours: Breakfast, Brunch or Lunch, 8 am - 3 pm Sunset Happy Hour, 4-6 winter, 5-7 summer Dinner, 6:30 - 10 pm; No last call, they close when the last customer leaves. (close)