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For lunch with a view, try Coral Sands' oceanfront bar and restaurant, just steps from the pink-sand beach. Executive Chef Ken Gomes creates delicious lunch options that go perfectly with a tropical cocktail or a glass of white wine. In addition to seafood options like conch fritters, lobster rolls, and grouper sandwiches, the restaurant also serves fresh salads and gourmet pizzas.
Chapel St., Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Shrimp po'boy
- Gourmet pizzas
- Spicy fried calamari
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Aug.–mid-Oct. No dinner
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The Blue Bar at Pink Sands is a famed, open-air restaurant and bar featuring blue and white decor which complements the pristine pink sand and clear, blue ocean that the restaurant overlooks. You'll have an unbeatable view while sipping one of their signature cocktails and enjoying fish tacos, a tuna poke bowl, or any of the other island-inspired menu options. The Blue Bar also serves breakfast and during the summer, it is open for dinner.
Chapel St., Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Fish tacos
- Beachside dining
- Tuna poke bowl
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner except in summer
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Despite its barefoot-casual environment (old window shutters used as tabletops, sand in the floor's crevices), the menu at this open-air beach bistro is a sophisticated mix of Bahamian and European cuisine, with items that change daily based on the availability of fresh local products. Expect things like lobster salad, specialty pizzas, and fresh fish prepared with some sort of delectable twist. This place may look like a beach shack, but everything has been well planned—the owners even imported a French chef to satisfy discriminating palates. Try to grab a table on the outdoor deck, which has a fantastic view of the beach. Locals and visitors keep this place hopping year-round, and there's live music on Saturday night.
Banks Rd., Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Lobster tail
- Outdoor seating
- Live local bands on Saturday
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Sept. and Oct., Reservations essential
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With a menu of delicious Bahamian, Asian, and American dishes along with stunning views of the ocean, Wild Orchids Waterfront Restaurant provides one of the best dining experiences in Rock Sound. The restaurant is a restored beach house that's more than a century old, and its interior has a traditional Bahamian design that's comforting and familiar. The large dining deck is just steps away from the beach, and there are beach chairs available if you want to relax and watch the waves after dining.
William Street, Rock Sound, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Dining deck that's steps away from the beach
- Sushi
- Crab cakes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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This charming café in the middle of Dunmore Town imports coffee beans from around the world and roasts them on-island to produce a number of special blends available to enjoy every morning. The vibe is decidedly surfer-chic, with modern artwork on the walls and picnic bench seating. It opens at 7:30 am, earlier than almost everywhere else in town, and you can also join them at brunch for a breakfast burrito with your fresh coffee, or during lunch for a sandwich, all made from local produce and organic meats.
Dunmore St., Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Organic chicken sandwich
- Great coffee
- Local produce
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On the top of Buccaneer Hill overlooking the town and harbor, this mid-19th-century farmhouse is now a must-try restaurant that serves three meals a day. The outdoor dining area is located under a huge tree, with candlelit tables and soft jazz music playing in the background. On Tuesdays, they have live music. To enhance the romantic ambiance is a garden of bougainvillea, hibiscus, and coconut palms. The beach is a leisurely five-minute stroll away, and the harbor, where you can also swim, is within shouting distance. Sample such native specialties as grouper, conch, and crawfish.
Haynes Ave., Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Close to beach
- Scenic dining
- Live music
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Located just south of the Glass Window Bridge, this restaurant serves up what it describes as "Bahamian Soul Food" along with hosting local bands every Sunday. Order conch bites as a starter to complement the long list of tropical concoctions, including the aptly named "Da Glass Window." In addition to wings and burgers, Daddy Joe's also offers grilled options like fresh seafood and chicken. Call ahead to confirm live music.
Queen's Hwy., Gregory Town, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Live music
- Famous Daddy Joe's burger
- Delicious chicken wings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Sept.
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Located at Cape Eleuthera Resort with a breathtaking sunset view, Harbour Pointe offers Caribbean cuisine in a casual setting. The restaurant features indoor and outdoor seating with panoramic views of the pool, marina, and ocean. There’s even a “you catch it, we cook it” menu option for guests who reeled in something special at the Resort's marina. Dinner favorites include the famous Cape Eleuthera burger, cracked conch, and shipwrecked scampi.
Rock Sound, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Seafood burgers and sandwiches
- Beautiful views
- Chefs will cook what you catch
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Although you can sample local Bahamian fare at this famous eatery, the star of the menu is the cheeseburger, purportedly the inspiration for Jimmy Buffett's "Cheeseburger in Paradise" song. Maybe it's the rustic charm of the breezy patio, or the secret seasonings on the melt-in-your-mouth patty, but this burger served between thick slices of homemade Bahamian bread is definitely otherworldly. Dinner specialties include cracked conch and shrimp. Be sure to save room for Ma's coconut tart or key lime pie.
Colebrooke St., Dunmore Town, Harbour Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Cheeseburgers
- Ma's coconut tart
- Island charm
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A few miles south of Governor's Harbour, this casual neighborhood restaurant specializes in pizza with a variety of toppings; try one topped with conch. Sandwiches, cocktails, and Bahamian specialties are also served. The walls are painted with tropical sunset scenes and decorated with photos and random memorabilia, and the ongoing dart games add to the joint's local color.
South Palmetto Point, Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Conch-topped pizza
- Lively atmosphere
- Dart games
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No lunch on Sun.
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This easily overlooked restaurant is a favorite among Eleuthera natives. While it may not look like it from the outside, New Sunset Inn serves some of the most delicious Bahamian dishes on the island. There's an indoor dining area along with a dining deck that features stunning views of the harbor. It's a great place to have a quiet dinner, and the staff is friendly and accommodating.
Queen's Hwy, Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Views of the ocean
- Conch salad
- Fresh seafood
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Thurs.
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This casual diner is a hub of activity during lunch hours, particularly because of its chill atmosphere and a menu that features popular lunchtime meals. In addition to American soda shop favorites like cheeseburgers, subs, and hot dogs, the menu also includes Bahamian fare such as fried grouper sandwiches and conch dishes. The Gap, as it's known locally, is also open for breakfast, serving freshly baked pastry, sandwiches, omelets, and pancakes.
13th and Samuel Guy Sts., Spanish Wells, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Sausage and grits
- Johnnycake breakfast sandwiches
- Authentic Bahamian meals
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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This brightly painted restaurant is famous for its frozen daiquiris and range of local cuisine. Icy mixes of strawberry and piña colada are swirled into a striking (and delicious) dessert cocktail. Bahamian fare is available at lunch and dinner in the casual outdoor dining area. There's no harbor view, but the alfresco atmosphere is pleasant nonetheless.
West off Queen's Hwy., Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Fruit daiquiris
- Alfresco dining
- Bahamian specialties like conch fritters and steamed grouper
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
