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You're greeted with a welcoming "Opa!" at this family-owned authentic Greek spot where they serve up tasty lunches at moderate prices. Sit on the second floor among Grecian statuary, or on the balcony overlooking the action below. Enjoy souvlaki, moussaka, or a hearty Greek gyro, a break from the Nassau culinary routine, in a relaxed and friendly establishment. Be sure to save room for one of their authentic Greek desserts. The baklava cheesecake is divine. Dinner is an option only if you eat very early; it closes at 5:00 pm.
Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- The best Greek salad around
- Flaming cheese
- The cries of "Opa!" as guests walk in
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner; closed Sun.
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Three generations of Bahamian women treat patrons as if they were guests in their own home. And the Bahamian food whipped up in the kitchen is as close to homemade as you can get in a restaurant. This simple locale is bustling with local professionals during the week and has also become a popular "off the beaten path" spot for cruise ship passengers. Grandmother Mena swears their conch fritters are the "conchiest" you'll find. Takeout-only breakfast is served weekdays.
Parliament St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Home-style cooking
- Tasty conch fritters
- Friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner
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Low-slung settees, stucco arches, and reproductions of the eponymous artist's works set a casual and refined tone at this restaurant owned by a husband-and-wife team. He's Bahamian, she's northern Italian, and the fare perfectly blends the two cultures. Sit in the ground-floor garden under large white umbrellas or dine inside the century-old house for lunch or dinner. Start with the warm Parmesan terrine, then dive into freshly made pasta or risotto with prawns, or the filet drizzled with a mouth watering green peppercorn sauce. Be sure to save room for dessert and the delicious handmade cookies that come with coffee.
Bank La. and Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Italian cuisine with a Bahamian spin
- Biannually changing menu
- Delicious handmade cookies
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Mon., and Tues dinner; and Sept.
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A meal at this hillside mansion's formal restaurant begins in the elegant parlor, where drinks are served over the sounds of a live piano. It's a rarefied world, where waiters wear tuxedos and Cuban cigars and cognac are served after dinner. Graycliff's signature dishes include Kobe beef, Kurobuta pork, and Nassau grouper. The wine cellar contains more than 200,000 bottles that have been hand-picked by owner Enrico Garzaroli, some running into the tens of thousands of dollars. There are plenty of less expensive bottles, but you'll find the markup on better vintages to be much less than what you'd find in a big-city restaurant almost anywhere in the world. You can even buy the world's oldest bottle of wine, a German vintage 1727, for $200,000. Mere mortals can settle for the weekday wine luncheons. For an extra-special dining experience, you can book the wine cellar's private dining room.
W. Hill St. at Cumberland Rd., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Only five-star rating in town
- Signature Kobe beef
- Third largest wine cellar in the world
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations essential, Jacket required
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Part of the new Jimmy Buffet Margaritaville Beach Resort complex, this new steakhouse hits all the right marks when it comes to food, drinks, ambience, and service. Dine indoors or outside overlooking Nassau Harbour and the resort marina. To start, seafood lovers can't go wrong with the seafood tower to share from the raw bar or the fried oysters. The steak tartare or classic French onion soup are also a hit. Try the seafood paella, or one of the many steaks cooked to perfection and topped with your choice of sauce. Sides are sharing size. Happy hour at the bar is from 5–7 pm. In addition to drink specials, there's a specialty sushi menu to order from.
W. Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Steaks cooked to perfection
- Raw bar
- Happy hour from 5 to 7 pm
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One of Nassau's hot spots, this simple restaurant has an extensive menu including traditional rolls, sushi, and sashimi, as well as more innovative options that incorporate conch and other local delicacies. The volcano roll topped with their special conch sauce is a favorite. There are enough non-seafood options on the menu to satisfy anyone in your group. Friday and Saturday nights are really busy and they do not accept reservations, so be prepared to wait for a table.
E. Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Volcano roll
- Sushi worth waiting for
- Traditional tatami rooms
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch Sat., Reservations not accepted
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Nestled in the middle of the International Arcade linking Bay Street and the wharf is this lively bar and restaurant serving up tasty appetizers and meals. Try the traditional Bahamian cracked conch or conch balls. If you're particularly hungry, order the gigantic burrito or Godzilla Burger. Wash it all down with something from the extensive drinks menu and don't forget to sign your name on the wall before you leave. Kids are welcome, but the menu isn't the most kid-friendly.
Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Daily happy hour 5–8
- Tasty bar fare
- Lively atmosphere
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This funky little spot puts a unique Asian street food twist on the guava duff, a traditional Bahamian dessert. Fluffy, handmade steamed bao buns filled with sticky sweet fillings like guava or caramelized coconut and smothered with traditional sauce are a must try, but they also serve savory bao buns filled with island flavors like jerk chicken, curried mutton, and ginger pork. Wash it down with a traditional bush tea, choosing your preferred level of sweetness. While you wait, check out the tiny museum display with interesting artifacts from the Family Islands of old.
W. Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Delicious fusion street food
- Bao bun guava duff
- Variety of bush teas
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In a converted Bahamian home, this is one of the most popular Chinese restaurants in town. The Chinese-Continental menu includes entrées such as conch with black-bean sauce, hung shew (walnut chicken), and steak kew (cubed prime fillet served with baby corn, snow peas, water chestnuts, and vegetables). The New York strip steak is nirvana. A short taxi ride from Paradise Island or downtown Nassau, this is the perfect spot if you're seeking something a little different from the typical area restaurants.
E. Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Traditional Chinese cuisine
- Broiled NY strip steaks
- Huge portions
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Sat. or public holidays
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Book one of Latitudes' teppanyaki tables for a delicious and entertaining dining experience. The chefs will cook your choice of a variety of meats and seafood on the hot grill as you look on in awe. Five different kitchens churn out a number of different cuisines to order. You can choose from pizza (try the meatball with basil cream), the alfredo shrimp, sushi, or ramen noodles. There's also a steakhouse where you can indulge in 32 ounces of premium ribeye or porterhouse. The restaurant offers sweeping views of picturesque Nassau Harbour.
E. Bay St., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Only spot for teppanyaki
- Views of Nassau Harbour
- International brunch on weekends
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One of the only restaurants on the far eastern end of the island, this cool spot is situated within a high-end gated community. The two-story, chic island-style building gets a cool ocean breeze from the beach just outside, and there's a bar situated poolside. An outdoor wood-fired oven churns out crispy flatbreads and pizzas topped with fresh ingredients ranging from the familiar (pepperoni or mozzarella cheese) to unique (think: goat cheese, fresh native thyme, grapes, pumpkin seeds and honey). The fish tacos are a favorite, or for something more hearty, try a beef or lamb burger piled high with toppings or the whole roasted snapper.
Yamacraw Rd., Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Upscale atmosphere on the far eastern end
- Amazing ocean breeze and views
- Wood-fired pizzas with crispy crust
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations required for non-members of the gated Palm Cay community
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This often lively restaurant and bar is situated right along the harbor next to a marina. The large burgers are a favorite at the casual, all-outdoor locale. The lunch and dinner menu includes burgers, wraps, quesadillas, and other simple but tasty dishes. They also serve both traditional American as well as Bahamian breakfast delicacies seven days a week. The weekday happy hour from 5 to 7 (until 9 on Fridays) and local music on most weekend nights draw a lively local crowd.
E. Bay St. west of bridges to Paradise Island, Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Harbor views
- Simple but tasty American fare
- Large, lively bar
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Just east of the bridges from Paradise Island and a quick cab ride from the center of town is this favorite local haunt that is always busy. Start with the conch fritters, then move on to the fish (it's usually served head-to-tail, so if you're squeamish, ask your waiter to have the head cut off before it comes out on your plate). The Seafood Lover's Delight is another great choice. The extensive wine list will provide the perfect accompaniment to any dish. Save room for guava duff and a calypso coffee made with secret ingredients. The restaurant's popularity has resulted in a second Poop Deck on Cable Beach's west end, but, for residents, this is still the place.
E. Bay St. at Nassau Yacht Haven Marina, Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Pick-your-own fish
- Calypso coffee made with secret ingredients (alcoholic)
- Marina and harbor views