Restaurants on Tortola
Best of BVI
Bananakeet Café
Windy Hill
Tel: (284) 494-5842
Reservations recommended
Poolside & 180-degree sea views offering Caribbean Fusion cuisine.
Open: Tue-Sun for Lunch 11:30-2pm, Dinner 6-9pm, Happy Hour 4-6pm, Live music & BBQ on Sats.
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): The location of Bananakeet Cafe is stunning with panoramic ocean views and simply the best place to watch sunsets over a cocktail or two.The filet mignon and tuna were both excellent and the service was extremely attentive.
Beach Club Terrace
Baugher's Bay
Tel: (284) 494-2272
Reservations not necessary
Overlooking Road Harbour specialising in local cuisine.
Open: Daily 7am-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Blue Parrot Café
Soper's Hole, West End
Tel: (284) 495-4811
Reservations not necessary
Breakfast and lunch served outside or in air-conditioned café.
Open: Daily 7am-4pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
Brandywine
Brandywine Bay
Tel: (284) 495 2301
Reservations strongly recommended
Sophisticated, elegant and romantic restaurant overlooking Sir Francis Drake Channel. Menus change daily according to what fresh produce is available.
Open: Mon-Sat for Dinner only 6:30pm-9pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): If you only dine at one restaurant while in the BVI then this is the one. The mussels in sake (appetizer) were to die for! Not cheap, but worth every penny. Excellent service and location overlooking the Sir Francis Drake Channel.
C&F Bar & Restaurant
Purcell Estate, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-4941
Reservations recommended
Local restaurant featuring BBQ, Seafood and Curry.
Open: Daily for Dinner 6:30-11pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Calamaya Restaurant & Bar
Hodge's Creek Marina
Tel: (284) 495 2126
Reservations recommended for dinner
Water's edge dining featuring Shrimp, Jerk Chicken, Grilled Salmon, Swordfish, Anegada Lobster.
Open: Daily 7am-10pm, Happy Hour 5-7pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
Capriccio Di Mare
Waterfront Drive, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-5369
Reservations not accepted
Italian cafe located opposite the ferry dock offering a varied menu of Pizzas, Pasta & Salads. Take out available.
Open: Mon-Sat, 8am-9pm. Closed Sundays & Public Holidays.
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): Cafe-style restaurant serving very good pasta. Service and food were both excellent. Great place for breakfast, lunch and dinner or just drop in for a coffee and people-watch along Waterfront Drive. Conveniently located opposite the Road Town ferry dock.
The Captin's Table Café & Bar
Inner Harbour Marina, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-3885
Reservations recommended
Waterfront dining offering continental cuisine. Escargot, fresh fish & live lobster chosen from the pool available.
Open: Mon-Fri for Lunch 11am-3pm and daily for Dinner from 6pm.
Visa/Mastercard/Discovery accepted
 
Coco Plums
Zion Hill, Little Apple Bay
Tel: (284) 495-4672
Reservations recommended
Bistro-style cuisine.
Open: Daily for Dinner (Happy Hour 4-6pm) and Sun-Fri for Breakfast from 7.30am and Lunch.
Major credit cards accepted
Trudi's View (May 2005): Great atmosphere and food, service is efficient and friendly. The Sizzling Mushrooms were a hit! Ask to sit outside on the terrace as it can get a little warm inside. Very reasonably priced.
Courtyard Coffee Shoppe
Main St, Road Town
Tel: (284) 495-4212
Reservations recommended
Charming courtyard café serving espresso, cappuccino, mocha and a large selection of teas and pastries.
Open: Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 7:30am-1pm. Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays.
Credit cards not accepted
Trudi's view (Nov 2004): I have visited this café on a number of occasions. Lovely courtyard setting for a coffee/tea in between shopping in Road Town. Friendly service.
The Dove
Main Street, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-0313
Reservations recommended for dinner
Sophisticated and elegant dining serving gourmet cuisine
Open: Mon-Sat for Lunch 11:30am-3:30pm, Dinner 6-10pm (Fri & Sat 6-11pm)
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): Great surroundings, exquisite cuisine. Food is to die for and the service was exceptional. Try the champagne cocktails. Highly recommended.
Eclipse Restaurant
Fat Hog's Bay
Tel: (284) 495 1646
Reservations recommended
Fine cuisine from award-winning chef.
Open: Mon-Sat 5-10pm (closed Aug)
Visa/Mastercard accepted
(Sept 2006): Food is very good, albeit a little pricey.
Fat Hog Bob's
Hodge's Creek
Tel: (284) 495 1010
Reservations recommended
Water's edge dining, offering large portions, big screen satellite TV.
Open: Daily for Breakfast 7-10am, Lunch/Dinner 11am- late
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's View: Fat Hog Bob's is an American-style restaurant serving large portions. Great place for the whole family. Probably the best burgers on Tortola.
Fort Burt Restaurant
Fort Burt Hotel
Tel: (284) 494-2587
Reservations required
International & Caribbean cuisine with commanding views of Road Harbour & islands beyond.
Open: Daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 8am-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Genaker Café
Nanny Cay
Tel: (284) 494-2512
Reservations not necessary
Open-air café at Nanny Cay Marina.
Open: Daily 7am-10pm (Nov-Jun), 7am-7pm (Jul-Oct)
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's View (Nov 2004): Situated in Nanny Cay overlooking the marina, the Genaker Cafe is good for breakfast or lunch.
Harbour View
Fat Hog's Bay
Tel: (284) 495 2797
Reservations recommended
Waterfront dining located at Harbour View Marina, East End.
Open: Daily 11:30am-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Jolly Roger Inn
Soper's Hole, West End
Tel: (284) 495 4559
Reservations recommended
Open air restaurant on the water's edge offering Caribbean, Pan Asian, Mediterranean and Italian cuisine.
Open: Daily 8am-midnight (closed during Aug & Sep).
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): Highly recommended - good food, excellent friendly service and a great atmosphere. You can choose to sit dock-side or upstairs. At the dock, check out the tarpon in the water- the kids will be fascinated to see these large fish.
La Dolce Vita
Waterfront Drive, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-8770
Homemade Italian ice-cream shop located near the roundabout - seating available outside
Open: Daily Mon-Thu 10:30am-8:30pm, Fri & Sat 10:30am-midnight, Sun 11am-9pm
Credit cards not accepted
Trudi's view (Nov 2004): My father is a connoisseur on ice cream and he rated this place very highly! Offering a wide selection of flavours and friendly service.
Le Cabanon
Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-8660
Reservations recommended for dinner
French bistro-style restaurant in the heart of Road Town
Open: Mon-Fri 11:30am-late, Sat 5pm-late
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view (May 2005): Situated along Waterfront Drive in Road Town, Le Cabanon has a good varied menu. The food was well prepared and service was friendly and efficient. I would recommend the Mahi Mahi.
Long Bay Beach Café
Long Bay
Tel: (284) 495-4252
Reservations not necessary
Open air restaurant on the beach at Long Bay open for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Open: Daily 7:30am-9:30pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (Nov 2004): Conch fritters and Pizza were both extremely good. Glorious setting on the beach, service was friendly.
Maria's By The Sea
Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-2595
Reservations recommended for dinner
Caribbean cuisine with views of Road Harbour specialising in lobster, conch, fish & steak.
Open: Daily 7am-late
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
Mountain View
Apple Bay
Tel: (284) 495-9536
Reservations required for dinner
Breathtaking views of neighbouring islands.
Open: Daily for Lunch 10am-3pm, Dinner 6-8pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Myett's Garden & Grille
Cane Garden Bay
Tel: (284) 495-9649
Reservations recommended
Lush tropical, beach-front dining.
Happy Hour: 5-7pm
Open: Daily for Breakfast (seasonal) 7-11am, Lunch 11am-4pm, Dinner: 6:30-9:30pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (Nov 2004): This restaurant can get busy so always wise to make a reservation. Fun atmosphere, meal was very good, waitress was extremely friendly.
Peg Leg Landing
Nanny Cay
Tel: (284) 494-0028
Reservations not necessary
Elegant seaside dining.
Open: Daily 11am-10pm, Happy Hour 5-7pm.
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view: On the whole good value for money. Daily specials available. Good for pizzas, chicken, ribs, steak etc.
Pisces Restaurant & Bar
Soper's Hole
Tel: (284) 495-3154
Reservations preferred
A small intimate restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining.
Open: Daily 7:30am-10pm for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Review (Jan 2006): Great food, great service and great prices! One of the best on Tortola for breakfasts.
The Pub
Fort Burt Marina
Tel: (284) 494-2608
Reservations accepted
Waterside setting, English-style pub atmosphere serving burgers, steak, ribs, lobster, fresh fish and island fare.
Open: Mon-Sat 7am-10pm, Sun/Dinner/Happy Hour from 5pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
Pussers Landing
Soper's Hole, West End
Tel: (284) 495-4554
Reservations recommended for dinner
Picturesque setting overlooking Soper's Hole Marina.
Open: Daily for Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 6-10pm. Appetizers & Pizza available all day.
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2005): Busy but very attractive location, good atmosphere. Great place to 'people watch'. Quality of service can vary.
Pussers Road Town
Waterfront Road, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-3897
Reservations not necessary
Waterfront pub with harbour views. Happy Hour and great Painkillers. Burgers, pies, pizzas, deli sandwiches.
Open: Daily 11am-10pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (June 2005): Popular restaurant with tourists. Good atmosphere and you can usually rely on a reasonable standard of service. Thoroughly enjoyed the Caribbean Salad. Pussers gift shop on site - I can highly recommend the Rum Cake.
Quito's Gazebo
Cane Garden Bay
Tel: (284) 495-4837
Reservations recommended
Candlelit dining at picturesque Cane Garden Bay. Quito sings solo every Tue & Thu evening. Quito & The Edge perform Fri & Sat evening, Sun is karaoke night.
Open: Daily from 12 noon, Dinner 6:30-9:30pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
The Roti Palace
Main St, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-4196
Reservations not necessary
Serving rotis (an Indian curry wrapped in flat bread) and other West Indian dishes
Open: Daily for Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner 4-9:30pm
Credit cards not accepted
 
The Royal BVI Yacht Club
Road Reef Marina
Tel: (284) 494-8140
Reservations not necessary
Open air deck dining overlooking Sir Francis Drake Channel offering fresh home cooking.
Open:12-3pm, Dinner from 6pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view (May 2005): I always enjoy going to this restaurant for lunch or dinner. Breezy open-air with lovely views of the Sir Francis Drake Channel. Reasonably priced and very friendly service. The fish cooked in beer batter was delicious.
Sebastian's on the Beach
Apple Bay
Tel: (284) 495-4212
Reservations recommended
Casual seaside dining with live music on Sun.
Open: Daily for Breakfast 8-11am, Lunch 12-3pm, Dinner 6:30-9:30pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2005): Beautiful setting right on the beach at Little Apple Bay. Good varied menu and friendly service.
The Secret Garden
Josiah's Bay
Tel: (284) 495-1834
Reservations required
Open: Daily for Dinner 6-9pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
(Sep 2006): I've heard nothing but fantastic reviews about Secret Garden and am looking forward to dining there in Oct 2006. I will post a personal review on my return.
Spaghetti Junction
Baugher's Bay
Tel: (284)
Reservations recommended
Fine but casual dining atmosphere, specials include Penne Pasta with Smoked Salmon, Shrimp Scampi on Angel Hair Pasta, Herb-Crusted Fresh Fish.
Open: Dinner 6-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
Trudi's view: Excellent dining, the best, friendly service and fab food. Highly recommended.
Sub J's Internet Café
Wickham Cay II
Tel: (284) 494-9064
Reservations not required
Internet café with sandwich bar
Open: Mon-Fri 6:30am-10pm, Sat 7am-6pm, Sun 10am-6pm
Credit cards not accepted
 
The Sugar Mill Restaurant
Little Apple Bay
Tel: (284) 495-4355
Reservations required
Romantic candlelit dining
Open: Daily for Dinner 7-9pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
 
The Tamarind Club
Josiah's Bay
Tel: (284) 495-2477
Reservations recommended
Open-air restaurant in tropical garden setting. Guests can use the pool with swim-up bar.
Open: Daily for Breakfast 7:30-10:30am, Lunch 12:30-3pm, Dinner 7-10pm,
Sunday Brunch 12-3pm
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): Excellent food and friendly service, suitable for all the family. Good for Sunday Brunch, too.
Thelma's Place
Fat Hog's Bay, East End
Tel: (284) 495-2636
Reservations accepted
Casual dining with views of outer islands and harbour.
Open: Daily 8am-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Trellis Bay Cybercafe
Trellis Bay
Tel: (284) 495-2447
Reservations recommended
Restaurant on the beach serving a wide variety of fresh food including Caribbean Specials. View Menu
Open: Daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 7am-11pm
Credit cards accepted
Trudi's view (May 2006): Good choice of good-quality fresh food. The 'Awesome Sandwiches' are just as the name suggests. Fun atmosphere, great location on the beach at Trellis Bay.
Virgin Queen
Fleming St, Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-2310
Reservations not necessary
Casual restaurant/pub specialising in West Indian and Continental fare.
Open: Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat: 6-10pm
Visa/Mastercard accepted
 
Turtle Restaurant
Lambert Beach Resort
Tel: (284) 495-2877
Reservations recommended
Open air restaurant on the beach featuring Italian and international cuisine. Sunday Brunch with live music.
Open: Daily for Breakfast & Lunch 7:30am-3pm, Dinner 7-10pm.
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's view: Stunning location right on the beach. Sunday Brunch always good with live entertainment - get there early.
Village Cay Marina
Road Town
Tel: (284) 494-2771
Reservations suggested
Waterfront dining overlooking the marina featuring Steak, Seafood, Fish, Duck, Pasta. Subs & sandwiches available for take out.
Open: Daily 7:30am-10pm, Happy Hour daily.
Visa/Mastercard/Amex accepted
Trudi's View (Nov 2004): Enjoyed a quick lunch here. Food was of a good standard, as was service. Pleasant atmosphere and attractive outlook overlooking the marina.

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