It would have been nice,,

Posted by Yorkster from New York on 8/22/08

to be offered more than just a seat at the bar, given the fact that the dining room was only about half full.Perhaps it was a mistake to not have a reservation. We looked at the menu outside and really were not drawn by that.What drew us in was the restaurant's reputation,and the beautiful location. We did not feel welcome and will not return.

Straw Hat is Old Hat............

Posted by chef58 from WALLINGFORD PA on 5/25/08

We just returned from a fabulous vacation in Anguilla. Someone suggested that we try Straw Hat Restaurant. The owners are arrogant. That was picked up immediately by all four of us. The "favorite" appitizers were frozen eggrolls. The "fresh caught today", Grouper, if it was so, was ruined by overcooking. My husband's scallops were so overly seasoned that he could taste the scallops. None of us ordered dessert or coffee. Having said that, I remember that in every restaurant, we would be offered either bottled water or tap. At Straw Hat, the owner bosted, "Oh you don't want to drink our water." Why . Was it safe to drink the tap water all over the island but not at his restaurant, or is that just one more way to pad the bill, which was already 150.00 per couple. The owner did not even ask how our dinner was when we left. Perhaps he knew better. Having said that, we learned when we got back to our hotel that they recently lost their chef. With bosses like that, we were not surprised.

Best on the island

Posted by cmb224 from New York on 12/11/07

This was definitely my favorite place in Anguilla. The setting is perfect and the meal was certainly one of the best I've had in years. Don't miss it!!!

Great food & great views

Posted by Tracey from PA on 4/21/06

The food was great, the service was great and the view of the water and St. Marteen was great! Need I say more.