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Tucked away in a narrow Hamilton alley, this family-favorite Italian restaurant has a warm yellow and brick interior and a crew of friendly Italian waiters. Without a doubt the king of the menu is pizza—La Trattoria's pies are cooked in a brick, wood-burning pizza oven and can be garnished with over 20 inventive toppings. If you're not feeling pizza, you will also find a variety of pasta options and seafood dishes. If you order the house wine, ask for it to be served in one of their signature ceramic chicken pitchers. This spot is usually packed with locals both at dinnertime and during the workday lunch rush, so it's best to reserve ahead.
Known For
- Reservations needed for lunch and dinner
- Italian waitstaff
- Family-friendly charm
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Sun.
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Ascend a short flight of stairs at the end of the Hamilton Princess pier and enjoy the chic island vibe at this harbor-view restaurant. Stylish, buzzy, and modern, 1609 is the perfect spot for a romantic rendezvous or a get-together with friends, complete with a tasteful assortment of wines, tasty salads, and a flatbread or fresh fish tacos perfect for sharing. Be sure to book a table for just before sunset to watch the breathtaking sky from your table atop 1609's unique open-walled terrace.
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- Bird's-eye harbor view great at sunset
- Seafood-focused menu
- Specialty cocktails by the pitcher
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At this Victorian-style bar and restaurant renovated from a former jewelry shop, the menu lists traditional gastropub offerings including Scotch eggs and Balti chicken pie. It is also a surprisingly child-friendly spot, with a kids' menu that features mini burgers, fish fingers, and grilled chicken with peas. Kids also eat free all day on Saturday with a paying adult. But on evenings and weekends, the large, impressively decorated wooden bar that dominates an entire side of the room fills up with happy hour and late-night revelers.
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- Flatbreads and tacos as well as pub classics
- Impressive gin offerings
- Lively bar scene
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Focusing on "ocean to table," the Aurora restaurant at Newstead Belmont Hills Resort puts a premium on locally sourced ingredients and exceptional service. Though the interior may be slightly dated, the magnificent view will more than make up for it, not to mention the elegant platings and diverse menu of dishes straight from the sea, like local yellowfin tuna ribbons, seafood paella, or fresh catch of the day. Aurora also offers a small but thoughtful vegetarian and vegan menu.
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- Fresh seafood options
- Exceptional setting
- Comprehensive wine list
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Though service isn't exactly speedy, the happy, friendly vibe and huge, covered patio make Bone Fish a local and tourist favorite; the breezy dining room offers respite from the heat, too. Choose from Bermuda-style catch of the day (or local lobster in season), fish-and-chips, rib-eye steaks, and tasty homemade pastas, and chat with Italian owner Livio Ferigo, who loves to mingle with diners. Kids will enjoy the chicken tenders and cheese ravioli. Live entertainment, including guitarists, DJs, and even karaoke, takes place throughout the week.
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- Social patio seating
- Live music
- Colorful cocktails
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Whether you're in the mood for shrimp tempura and sashimi served in a quiet room with black-lacquer tables and paper lanterns, or you're hankering for a salad and a steak surrounded by loud music videos, these adjoining restaurants can satisfy. Well hidden beneath Hamilton's main shopping street, the venue transforms into a lively cocktail destination at night, especially on weekends. The diverse menu, good-size portions, and personable service make it worth the wait for a table.
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- Varied international cuisine
- After-work hangout for locals
- The wait for tables is worth it
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch Sun.
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Light and airy, with an upscale hotel feel, the Crown & Anchor offers everything from quiet afternoon tea service to lively happy hour specials. The casual fare for lunch and dinner focuses on island pub favorites such as fish-and-chips and chicken curry, as well as small bites perfect for sharing. Businesspeople, hotel guests, couples, and families will enjoy the attentive service and outdoor seating area. Be sure to take a stroll along the marina after your meal.
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- Good people-watching
- Breakfast buffet
- Attentive service
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With an emphasis on fresh, healthy ingredients, Devil's Isle's large menu has plenty of creative options, many available in both small and large plates. The small plates are the perfect way to try a few different options and share at the long communal table that dominates the center of this small, buzzy space. The rockfish taco and flash-fried calamari are standouts among the sharing plates. But don't overlook the healthy, but tasty, harvest bowls. There are several options to pick from that are chock-full of unusual ingredients like puffed amaranth seeds, kelp noodles, and raw cacao. Tailor bowls to your tastes with a choice of sauces, grains, and protein, including vegan options. Next door is a take-out counter where you can get the restaurant's signature salads and sandwiches to go, along with a cup of locally roasted coffee or a super green smoothie.
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- Rockfish tacos
- Customizable harvest bowls
- Good coffee
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Bermuda's only Irish pub is a dining, music, and sports hot spot with a balcony overlooking Hamilton Harbour. Choose from an extensive list of tasty homemade comfort-food classics such as beer-battered fish-and-chips and shepherd's pie, while sipping a handcrafted island cocktail. Be sure to stick around for the evening's festivities when local musicians take center stage. Sports fans will want to check out their sister bar, Outback Sports Bar, which offers a long list of libations, as well as TVs showing the latest games.
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- Good list of beers and ciders
- Local musicians at night
- Spot for international sports enthusiasts
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Housed in the former Royal Naval Dockyard warehouse, this nautical-themed restaurant is loved locally for its good, satisfying food, craft beers, and lively atmosphere. The menu caters to every palate and includes juicy burgers, hearty house-made pub pies, and a selection of fresh local fish plates. There's a games area in the back for pool and darts, and you can purchase your hot-toddy mix in the gift shop. Call ahead to confirm live summertime music and entertainment.
4 Freeport Rd., Sandys, MA 01, Bermuda
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- Lively spot with games area in back
- Flights of local Bermuda beers
- Music in summer
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Opposite the entrance to one of Bermuda's most popular beaches, Horseshoe Bay, this restaurant offers a selection of surf-and-turf dishes (including oysters, clams, and lobsters), sushi, and plenty of options for vegetarians and picky eaters. Guests rave about the thin-crust pizzas and the fish, but sandwiches, tacos, and wraps are also available for a satisfying meal after a day at the beach. You can also choose from a few finger-licking starters. A sophisticated wine list and tempting dessert menu are the remaining ingredients for a memorable evening under the island sun.
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- Market-fresh local fish
- Good wine list
- Friendly staff
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Veterans of London pub crawls may feel nostalgic at this dark, wood-filled watering hole off Front Street where you can enjoy old-style British comfort food and the ambience of Hamilton's oldest licensed establishment, opened in 1957. Imported ales as well as local craft beers from Dockyard Brewing Company are on offer to pair with your homemade shepherd's pie, fish-and-chips, or bangers and mash. The Sunday brunch also features a traditional Sunday roast. A small stage often hosts live music; call ahead to find out more about nightly entertainment.
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- Nostalgic feel
- Delicious fish chowder
- Live music
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Above its sister restaurant, Little Venice, this Asian hot spot is a favorite among locals for its fresh sushi bar. Take the footbridge—over an indoor stream—to the raised seating at the lively teppanyaki table, where trained chefs stylishly slice, stir, and season your steak and veggies onto your plate. The menu includes traditional Asian soups and entrées and a variety of Indonesian and Thai dishes (don't miss the curries), as well as nightly specials. Choose from a selection of wines, sakes, and Japanese beers to wash it all down. The backdrop of colorful dragons and a handcrafted pagoda add to the Asian flavor. There's also an open kitchen, so you can see the energetic chefs at work, complete with flames.
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- Range of regional cuisines, including delicious curries
- Open kitchen
- Asian-themed decor
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Lunch Friday only
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Bermudians swear by this spot, where a maritime-themed dining room is filled with brass nautical gear, lobster traps, and sun-bleached rope. The fresh local lobster, available September through March, is most requested, next to rockfish, snapper, wahoo, and mahimahi with fried bananas and almonds, all local favorites. Ask for your seafood to be cooked to your liking and be sure to taste the Bermudian classic dish: fish chowder. The curried fish cake is a particular favorite, topped with tartar sauce and served on a bun.
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- Local, seasonal lobster
- Bermuda fish chowder
- Laid-back atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends
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Even after a refurbishment and update to the interior of this Italian-owned restaurant, it still has all the charm of an unassuming-but-good eatery in a small Italian village. On balmy evenings, share the calamari or garlic bread—two starters for which the restaurant is renowned—outside on the dining area patio, and then move on to the pastas and pizzas. You can't go wrong with the pasta featuring the day's local catch or the classic margherita pizza. For dessert, try the tiramisu. Prices and portions are decent, and there's even a separate takeout section, complete with its own entrance, so you can pick up your dinner.
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- Margherita pizza
- Good-size portions
- Speedy takeout
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends
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Just a five-minute stroll from the ferry terminal to the opposite end of Front Street is Bermuda's own taste of Mexico, complete with easygoing, friendly service, balcony seating, and a comprehensive menu of Tex-Mex favorites. Share a towering plate of loaded nachos to start, followed by sizzling hot fajitas delivered to your table in a cast-iron skillet. Choose from 10 varieties of tequila to customize your very own pitcher of Rosa's famous margaritas. Don't miss the weekly specials including Taco Tuesday and all-you-can-eat ribs on Thursday.
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- Award-winning fish sandwich
- Notable margaritas
- Taco Tuesday special
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Mon. lunch
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Serving authentic, affordable Indian cuisine, this relaxed eatery on a quiet, cobblestone alley off Front Street is a particularly popular lunchtime destination for its à la carte and buffet-style fare. The quality and variety of dishes will suit any palate—just be sure to sample one of the fresh breads from the tandoor, and don't miss out on the deliciously inventive tandoori chicken flatbread.
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- Traditional and modern Indian food
- Tandoori chicken flatbread
- Vegetarian options
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends
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Overlooking Mangrove Bay, this well-worn tavern is all dark wood and good cheer, with a great deal of malt and hops in between. The food is simple, but a few items stand out: the Bermuda fish chowder, panfried rockfish, and steak sandwich are all delicious. In-house nightly specials are another draw, as are the occasional live musicians and casual barbecues. The scenic view of the beach, dock, and moored boats is also unique. Call to confirm lunch availability during the off-season.
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- <PRO>scenic beach and bay views</PRO>
- <PRO>covered patio seating</PRO>
- <PRO>summertime barbecues</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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At the base of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, in the old Lighthouse Tea Room, this adorable little restaurant is the perfect place to rest after the climb up and down the tower's 185 spiraling steps. Eclectic lunch and dinner menus include everything from traditional fish and chicken dishes to salads and homemade lasagna. This cozy spot is perfect for a romantic sunset meal—the impressive view across the island is truly unbeatable.
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- <PRO>bird's-eye views of the island</PRO>
- <PRO>delicious fresh seafood</PRO>
- <PRO>intimate dining, perfect at sunset</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon.; no lunch Tues.–Thurs., Credit cards accepted
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A former whiskey warehouse, this is now a lively restaurant serving crowd-pleasing Bermudian cuisine, as well as a handful of Latin- and Asian-flavored dishes. If you get there early enough, grab a table on the veranda overlooking the harbor and be sure to stick around—this is a fabulous spot to hang out and enjoy live music. Try a creative cocktail concoction or a local beer from Dockyard Brewing Company. And save room if you're a dessert lover—it's hard to choose but the dark chocolate salted caramel pie is a must for chocolate lovers.
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- Balcony overlooking Front Street
- Decadent desserts
- Crowd-pleasing appetizers