There is an abundance of fine dining restaurants on the island that offer local cuisine, all manner of seafood and continental cuisine. The wide range of dining experiences available ensures that there is something to suit every taste and budget. There are also pubs, sports bars, beach bars, places to stop for coffee, lunch and plenty of places to enjoy late night drinks.
Here are some places you might like to visit:-
Lonestar - St James
Mediterranean Caribbean and modern European dishes. The Lonestar uses the freshest high quality ingredients. The ocean front dining area is only 5 min's from Jus Chillin. 429 0599 www.thelonestar.com
Tides - Holetown
A favourite located on the edge of the sea. With a soothing setting, the comfortable coral stone lounge houses the Tides Art Gallery. Open for lunch and dinner. 432 8356 www.tidesbarbados.com
The Cliff - St James
The Cliff offers a glorious ocean front cliff top setting and worldwide reputation. Chef Paul Owen has won many accolades. A new spacious drinks lounge just opened. Try to get a table on the terrace with views out over the water. A family of stingrays circled the inlet when we ate there. Reservation required. 432 1922 www.thecliffbarbados.com
Daphne's - Paynes Bay
The sister to Daphne's of Chelsea, London and is a favourite. Teak furniture and textiles from Bali enhance the lovely beachfront setting Payne’s Bay. Daphne’s offers wonderful, modern, Italian food, attentive staff and excellent wine. 432 5161 or 429 0599 www.daphnesbarbados.com
The Fishpot - St Peter
The Fishpot is only 5 minutes away with a relaxed, uncomplicated yet chic atmosphere. This unusual restaurant set in a small 17th century fort at the water’s edge is airy and informal. Chef Stephen Belgrave uses only the freshest ingredients and pumps up the flavour with local seasoning. With the fish market a 10 min drive away the entrees offer tempting dishes fresh from the sea offering a gourmet dining experience in delightful surroundings. Tables are cooler outside.it is advisable to book early. 439 3000/2604 www.littlegoodharbourbarbados.com
Lemongrass Noodle Bar & Grill - The Lime Grove
Situated within The Limegrove Lifestyle centre, this Noodle Bar serves South-East Asian inspired dishes for lunch and dinner. All ingredients are bought daily and the menu changes depending on the availability of fresh ingredients. 271 8265 www.lemongrassbarbados.com
Mangos by the Sea - Speightstown
This award winning restaurant offers great service and imaginative dishes. It is set amongst bamboo trees and hanging palm leaves with tables overlooking the sea. 420 0704
The Mews - Holetown
The Mews offers excellent international and European dishes which are all freshly prepared and are served in an enchanting setting, which includes a courtyard, private dining areas and exquisite balconies. After hours the cosy bar becomes a bustling after dinner rendezvous and drinking spot. www.themewsbarbados.com
Champers - Skeetes Hill, Christchurch
Definitely worth the drive to the South coast. Champers offers waterside dining with a vibrant Caribbean design and serves fantastic Caribbean lobster and shrimp dishes. The food is of a consistently good standard and value. Chambers has an amazing panoramic ocean view, and a curated art gallery with Internet café. 434 3463
Sandy Lane - St James
Sandy Lane has a worldwide reputation, especially if you have read Michael Winner's articles. With a sumptuous Sunday lunch which is not overly expensive it makes for a memorable occasion. Wine can be expensive! www.sandylane.com
The Sandpiper Hotel - Holetown
This family owned luxury hotel offers consistently good food and is great for families. 422 2251 www.sandpiperbarbados.com
Sassafrass - Sugar Hill
By the pool and great for lunch, kids can swim during lunch or use the sun loungers. 422-6644
Pisces - St Lawrence Gap
One of our favourite restaurants situated on the waters edge on a charming inlet in St Lawrence gap. 435 6564 www.piscesbarbados.com
Scarlet - Paynes Bay
Restaurant and Martini bar. With its bright red paint Scarlet is a fun dining experience with fantastic, affordable food. 432 3663 www.scarletbarbados.com
Zaccio's - Holetown
Beach front, great for lunch or casual dinner, or watching the sun go down during happy hour. www.zaccios.com
Flindt's - Holetown
Pattiserie and Bistro. 432 2626 www.flindtbarbados.com