Cayman Islands Restaurants

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  • 1. Catch

    $$$$

    With the fishermen practically cruising up to your table with glistening seafood, this restaurant right on the harbor lives up to its name. Even the decor is appetizing, with walls daubed in edible hues like mustard, tomato, and mint, setting off bleached distressed wood, and prime seating on two patios, one of which has a retractable roof. The same appetizers are served at lunch and dinner, making a fine tapas-style option. You might savor the coriander-toasted crispy octopus; the tuna-wahoo carpaccio duo, both exquisite; tenderized thin slices of panko-fried conch; or the house answer to surf and turf: pork belly porchetta and seared scallop with apple and celery all’amatriciana.The standout among the stunners: oxtail ravioli, with sprouts adding just the right crunchiness while local pepper jelly contributes just enough heat. Like parent restaurant Agua there's a fabulous cocktail list, emphasizing modern twists on the classics, while Peter Bedocs, a member of the Court of Master Sommeliers oversees the excellent wine list.

    Batabano Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1209, Cayman Islands
    345-949--4321

    Known For

    • Superb seafood
    • Glorious North Sound views
    • Incredible brunch selections
  • 2. Alfresco

    $$$

    This popular locals' insider spot (though celeb sightings have run from Shaq to Sly Stallone), straddling the unofficial "border" between Seven Mile Beach and West Bay, resembles a little neighborhood diner transported to the ocean. Enjoy equally fresh sea breezes and food on the waterfront wood deck under one of the mismatched umbrellas. The co-owner is a longtime fisherman, and the fish-and-chips would make any Londoner proud. Other savvy seafood selections run from fiery tiger shrimp curry to specials such as lobster ravioli in gossamer pumpkin-cream sauce. Indeed, the menu is as much Capri as Cayman, with fine pizzas (try the Scotch bonnet–lobster), chicken Marsala, and fried calamari served with jerk mayo and marinara sauce.

    53 Town Hall Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1301, Cayman Islands
    345-947–2525

    Known For

    • Breezy patio overlooking the Caribbean
    • Delicious local food
    • Warm welcome
  • 3. Calypso Grill

    $$$$

    Shack-chic describes this inviting split-level eatery; the interior feels like a Caribbean painting, while the outdoor deck, with a view of frigate birds circling fishing boats, is a Winslow Homer. The menu emphasizes fish hauled in at the adjacent dock, fresh and rarely overcooked. You won't go wrong with the unvarnished catch of the day—grilled, blackened, or sautéed. Though this is seafood turf, landlubbers can savor escargot bourguignonne, beef carpaccio, or a proper rack of lamb. End with the sticky toffee pudding.

    Morgan's Harbour, West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1202, Cayman Islands
    345-949–3948

    Known For

    • Wonderfully colorful decor
    • Entrancing views of the North Sound
    • Superb seafood

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Reservations essential
  • 4. Heritage Kitchen

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    West Bay's popular family-run restaurant serves up legendary raconteur Tunny Powell's fish tea, coconut grouper, barbecue ribs, and fish fry—with a generous portion of local lore and sterling sea views. The colorfully painted, gingerbread-trim lean-to is easy to miss from the main road, so look for it when you're in the area.

    Heritage Sq., just off Boggy Sand Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
    345-916–0444

    Known For

    • To-die-for Cayman classics such as fish tea
    • Terrific place for island gossip and lore
    • Lovely sea views

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No dinner
  • 5. Liberty's

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    Just follow the boisterous laughter and pulsating Caribbean tunes to this hard-to-find mint-green Caymanian cottage, where you feel like you've been invited to a family reunion. The Sunday Caribbean buffet attracts hordes of hungry churchgoers (call ahead to ensure they're open that week), but every day offers authentic turtle steak, oxtail, jerk, and delectable fried snapper with sassy salsas that liberate your taste buds from the humdrum. Avoid the overpriced Chinese dishes. There's also a George Town outpost.

    140 Reverend Blackman Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1401, Cayman Islands
    345-949–3226

    Known For

    • Extravagant Sunday buffet
    • Good authentic local food
    • Warm staff and clientele
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  • 6. Macabuca Oceanside Tiki Bar

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    Transforms from a casual tiki bar for divers by day to an exquisite high-end restaurant at night. One must-try: the homemade ice-cream sandwich.

    857 N.W. Point Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
    345-945--5217

    Known For

    • Ocean views
    • Great diving and casual dining
    • Cocktails and drink specials
  • 7. Ristorante Pappagallo

    $$$$

    Pappagallo, Italian for "parrot," hauntingly perches on the edge of a lagoon in a 14-acre bird sanctuary. Inside, riotously colored macaws, cockatoos, and parrots perch on swings behind plate glass, but Italian-born chef Alex Menegon's food is definitely not for the birds, especially his sublime risotto, pasta, and oh-so-yummy osso buco. The lost-in-the-jungle exoticism is enhanced by locally hewn stones, bamboo, homemade rope, and thatched palapas for outdoor seating. Yet the sleek deco-inspired black marble and polished brass accents bespeak the underlying seriousness. Be sure to thank Bogey, the African gray parrot, who really rules the roost.

    444B Conch Point Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1301, Cayman Islands
    345-949–1119

    Known For

    • Marvelously romantic "jungle" setting
    • Delectable Italian fare
    • Smart food and wine/cocktail pairings

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential
  • 8. The Cracked Conch

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    This island institution effortlessly blends upscale and down-home as the capable chefs reinvent familiar dishes to create such delectables as crispy calamari with cardamom-marinated carrots, saffron aioli, chili jam, and chipotle sauce. The interior gleams from the elaborate light-and-water sculpture at the gorgeous mosaic-and-mahogany entrance Bubble Bar to the plush booths with subtly embedded lighting. Take in the remarkable water views through large shutters, but for maximum impact, dine on the multitier patio. Stellar signature items include the conch chowder or ceviche, silken short rib ravioli with truffles and Parmesan foam, and seared scallops with lemon verbena beurre blanc, purslane, and wasabi caviar over squid-ink fettuccine. Locals flock to Sunday brunch and hang out at the dockside Macabuca tiki bar (fab sunsets and sunset-hue libations), which lives up to its mellow name, indigenous Taíno for "What does it matter?"

    857 N.W. Point Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1201, Cayman Islands
    345-945–5217

    Known For

    • Sensational views
    • Creative dishes fusing local ingredients and continental classics
    • Lively waterside bar section with specials

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
  • 9. VIVO Cafe and Restaurant

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    This peaceful waterfront restaurant offers one of the best views in Cayman. You may be wowed by the gluten-free yet delicious dishes—all Caribbean inspired, of course. Tucked neatly under the Lighthouse Point Hotel, the café uses only sustainable, organic local products including freshly made kombucha and juices. For lunch or dinner, must-tries include the coconut ceviche to start and the fish burger or vegan curry.

    571 N.W. Point Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
    345-749--8486

    Known For

    • Mostly vegetarian menu, along with some seafood
    • Many vegan and gluten-free dishes
    • Amazing views
  • 10. West Bay Diner

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    Rustic Caribbean meets casual American at this roadside eatery in West Bay. The spot is locally famous for its quick bites, breakfasts, and a limited menu of staple dishes. Owned and managed by Danny Lamarca, it's a great destination for a no-fuss bite to eat or a filling breakfast to wolf down.

    32 Town Hall Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
    345-946--8000

    Known For

    • Caribbean American food
    • Casual atmosphere and food
    • Breakfast

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