Eleuthera and Harbour Island Restaurants

Don't let the outdoor dining on rustic wood tables fool you—Harbour Island and Eleuthera offer sophisticated cuisine that rivals that of any restaurants in Nassau. Although the place is usually casual and you never have to wear a tie, food is taken seriously. Of course, island specialties such as cracked conch, barbecued pork or chicken, and the succulent Bahamian lobster most locals call crawfish still abound, but you'll also find cappuccinos, steak, and lobster ravioli. Stop by Harbour Island's conch shacks on Bay Street north of Government Dock, where you can eat fresh conch salad on decks next to the water.

Most eateries are closed Sunday. Many restaurants have entertainment on regular nights so plan your dining schedule accordingly.

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  • 1. 1648—An Island Restaurant

    $$$

    Take in the sunset view as you enjoy a glass of wine and an island-inspired pizza or seafood meal. Located at French Leave Resort, 1648 boasts a sweeping view of the Bight of Eleuthera and its stunning turquoise water. The chic atmosphere is just as stunning at night, when the pool becomes a deep, vivid blue as part of the resort's "Dark Sky Paradise," which aims to reduce light pollution, increasing star visibility.

    Queen's Hwy., Bahamas
    242-332–3777

    Known For

    • Conch rangoons starter
    • Tropical cocktails
    • Poolside dining
  • 2. Acquapazza

    $$$

    Briland's only Italian restaurant offers a change of pace from the island's standard fare–and a change of scenery, too. It's located at the top of the hill at Romora Bay Resort, with a dockside terrace where you can take in the sunset while sipping one of its exclusively imported Italian wines. Chef and owner Manfredi Mancini's hearty portions of fried calamari and penne vodka don't disappoint, and the seafood entrées are always a good choice.

    Colebrooke St., Bahamas
    242-333–3240

    Known For

    • Excellent grilled octopus
    • Fantastic daiquiris
    • Generous meal portions and fair prices

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 3. Blue Bar & Kitchen at Pink Sands

    $$$

    Blue Bar & Kitchen at Pink Sands is a famed, open-air restaurant and bar featuring blue and white decor that 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 conch tacos, a tuna poke bowl, or any of the other island-inspired menu options. Blue Bar also serves breakfast and has brunch on weekends.

    Chapel St., Bahamas
    242-333–2030

    Known For

    • Popular "pinky cocktail"
    • A variety of breakfast options
    • Must-try open-face lamb burger

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner
  • 4. Freedom Restaurant & Sushi Bar

    $$$

    This recently renovated, window-lined restaurant serves three meals a day, combining classic Asian dishes with fresh Bahamian fare. An extensive cocktail list from the Freedom Bar— which features a stunning view of the hilltop pool— includes the Glass Window Bridge, with the exquisite landmark of the same name just a short drive away. It's one of the nicest restaurants on the island. Be sure to order from the sushi bar—you won't be disappointed.

    Queen's Hwy., Bahamas
    242-335–5142-reservations

    Known For

    • Famous Cove sushi roll
    • Flavorful seafood dishes like stone crab and scallops
    • Variety of vegetarian dishes on the menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential, Closed mid-Aug.-Nov.
  • 5. Frigate's Bar & Grill

    $$$

    This charming restaurant embodies everything that people love about Eleuthera. The menu offers a range of local favorites, the property is right on the beach (with chairs for lounging after a meal), and the restaurant has an amazing outside deck with a stunning view of Rock Sound's harbor. At dinnertime, candles are placed on the tables, the string lights above the outdoor dining area twinkle, and the beautiful Eleuthera sun lowers over the waters, making Frigate's one of the most beautiful places in town to dine.

    Meridian Hwy., Bahamas
    242-334–2778

    Known For

    • Several platter options to choose from
    • Top-rated cracked conch and conch salad
    • Hearty fisherman's platter with a variety of seafood
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  • 6. Pascal's Oceanfront Seafood Restaurant

    $$$

    In addition to ocean-view seating from its dining room, Pascal's also features a swim-up bar, perfect for a leisurely lunch. Relax in the infinity-edge pool while you savor a mango daiquiri and cheeseburger and take in the magnificent view of the Atlantic. Dinner is decidedly more sophisticated, with French-Caribbean options inspired by fresh, locally caught seafood. Don't miss the pool party on Sunday with live music. Pascal's is located on the Sky Beach Club property, and while you are invited to enjoy the pool and beach without being a hotel guest, an afternoon at Pascal's may have you booking your next stay there.

    Queen's Hwy., Bahamas
    242-332–3422

    Known For

    • Variety of cocktails
    • Delicious curry grouper dish
    • Sunday barbecue pool party

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 7. The Rainbow Room

    $$$

    With a classy but no-fuss aura and exhibition windows that face gorgeous sunsets, this restaurant is well known for its steaks, which are flown in daily, and fresh seafood. Guests have 180-degree views of the ocean from the screened patio or dining room. The restaurant has live music on Monday and weekends (in high season). They also serve the best wood-fired pizza in Eleuthera.

    Queen's Hwy., Bahamas
    242-551–3220

    Known For

    • Great local desserts like guava or pineapple cheesecake
    • Popular Eluetheran pizza with conch topping
    • Lively atmosphere
  • 8. The Shipyard

    $$$

    Located on the eastern tip of Spanish Wells, just where the ocean separates the town from North Eleuthera, the waterfront views from here are stunning. The dinner menu includes classic Bahamian meals as well as international dishes like English pub fish-and-chips and cubano pork. There's also a full-service bar with a pool table upstairs if you want to stop by and have a drink, and on Friday, there's live music.

    Main St., Bahamas
    242-333–5010

    Known For

    • Fresh catch of the day
    • Famed lobster macaroni and cheese
    • Discounted cocktails during Friday happy hour
  • 9. Wild Orchids Waterfront Restaurant

    $$$

    With a menu of delicious Bahamian 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. 

    William St., Bahamas
    242-334–2000

    Known For

    • Dining deck that's steps away from the beach
    • Wild orchids quesadilla
    • Tasty crab cakes

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 10. The Buccaneer Club

    $$$

    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. To enhance the romantic ambience is a garden of bougainvillea, hibiscus, and coconut palms. 

    Haynes Ave., Bahamas
    242-332–2000

    Known For

    • Local specialties such as grouper, conch, and crawfish
    • Scenic dining
    • Live music on Tuesday

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed. and Sept.--Nov.

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