3 Best Restaurants in Hatchet Bay, Eleuthera and Harbour Island

The Rainbow Room

$$$ Fodor's choice

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.

The Front Porch

$$$$

This little roadside restaurant features a beautiful view of the bay, particularly at sunset when the orange horizon is freckled with the silhouettes of moored sailboats. The menu is island-inspired European cuisine and always includes fresh seafood. In addition to serving lunch and dinner, The Front Porch can also arrange captains and tour guides.

Queen's Hwy., Bahamas
242-335–0727
Known For
  • delicious local crawfish tail
  • stunning sunset views from deck
  • varied seafood platter with large portions

Twin Brothers

$$

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., Bahamas
242-335–0730
Known For
  • popular Miami Vice frozen daiquiri
  • must-try guava duff dessert
  • Bahamian specialties like cracked conch and conch salad
Restaurants Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

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