The Cayes and Atolls Restaurants
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1. Black and White Garifuna Restaurant and Cultural Center
$$$ | |Here's a place unlike any other on the island: from the homemade bundiga (green banana dumplings) to drumming presentations on cedar and mahogany drums, Black and White gives you a special window into the rich culture and foodways of Belize's Garifuna people. The menu spotlights Garifuna cuisine like hudut (snapper in coconut broth with pounded plantains), tikini (brown flour soup with fish and vegetables) and the staple dish, cassava bread. The owner Julia Martinez (known to everyone in town as Ms. Julia) is a true cultural ambassador for the Garifuna; speak with her and you can learn about Garifuna heritage in all its vitality. Since Garifuna (also called Garinagu) populations are concentrated in Seine Beight, Hopkins, Punta Gorda, and Dangriga—all on the mainland––this is a unique resource on the island. Try to make it to one of Black and White's entertainment nights, which celebrates Garifuna culture with live drumming, traditional dancing, and a decadent buffet.
Sea Grape Dr., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize605--2895Known For
- Hudut (snapper in coconut milk broth)
- Garifuna beats and dancing
- Putting the "experience" in dining experience
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Rate Includes: Reservation required for entertainment nights -
2. Errolyn's House of Fry Jacks
$ | |Fry jacks are those puffy pillows of fried dough served at breakfast; here they come stuffed with a slew of options, from egg and ham to chicken and beans, all for a U.S. buck or two. Just one makes a filling breakfast. Pull up a stool on the pink-and-green porch, or take your fry jacks near the water. At the stand next door you can pick up a liter of fresh watermelon juice (in a repurposed Crystal bottle) for BZ$7. Yet another example of a great female entrepreneur in Belize, Errolyn does it right. She also holds a barbecue most Saturdays. Cash only.
Pasero St. at Av. Langosta, Caye Caulker, Belize District, BelizeKnown For
- Tasty portable breakfasts
- Quick counter service
- Chicken- and cheese-stuffed fry jacks
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch, no dinner -
3. Lotus by Habanero
$$$$ | |Chef-owner Darren Casson has done it again with this global fusion restaurant (with a pan-Asian bent), lighting the way for a culinary scene to unfold on North Caye Caulker. Dynamite dishes include orange peel firecracker ribs and an aged rib eye with chimichurri sauce. At lunch, you'll also find classics like quesadillas or the daily Belizean special. Located at Blu Zen Resort, Lotus is not as atmospheric as the more intimate Hibisca by Habanero, but the menu is at least as interesting.
North of the Split, Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize626--4911Known For
- Sizzling Bangkok hot plate
- High-octane craft cocktails
- Artful plating
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4. Mambo Restaurant and Bistro
$$$$ | |Want to treat yourself? Head up to the magnificent Matachica Resort and dine leisurely in its tropical-chic veranda. In 2021, two celebrated chefs crafted a new vision for Mambo, dividing it into two––a bit confusing, but a game changer. You can now enjoy the all-day "light fare" and casual ambience of Mambo Bistro, as well as the more sophisticated Mambo Restaurant (which is dinner-only and has a "resort casual" dress code). Both options are outrageously stylish, splurgy, and delicious––we're talking an in-house mixologist and a prix-fixe weekend brunch. At the Bistro, people clamor for the chewy sourdough breads and pizzas, while seafood mains, like the banana leaf snapper, are the highlight of Mambo Restaurant. The kitchen uses ingredients grown at Matachica's sister property, the jungle lodge Gaia. Breakfast and lunch are less pricey. Note that only guests 10 and up are at allowed at Mambo Bistro, while only guests 16 and up are allowed at Mambo Restaurant: it's not your place for multigenerational occasions. Call ahead to see if a complimentary boat can be arranged to pick you up in town.
Beachfront 5 miles (8 km) north of bridge, Ambergris Caye, Corozal, Belize226--5010Known For
- Grilled piña coladas
- Fabulous pizzas
- Taco the dog
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Resort casual (for Mambo Restaurant only), Mambo Restaurant ages 16-plus only; Mambo Bistro ages 10-plus only -
5. Namaste Café
$ | |After a pineapple-ginger-lime smoothie in this restful thatch café, pop up to the rooftop at 9 am for drop-in yoga. What better way to start your island day? This three-story open-air eatery, which is almost always buzzing, is a welcome addition to Caye Caulker. The yoga classes are locally famous (and you'll have great views while you're in Trikonasana pose). Reasonably priced egg casserole, chia pudding, sandwiches, and salads can be ordered at the counter until mid-afternoon. There’s even house-made kombucha!
Pasero St., Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize629--4020Known For
- 9 am by-donation yoga classes Monday through Saturday
- Belizean drip coffee and homemade kombucha
- Open-air atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
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6. Palmilla Restaurant
$$$$ | |Even if you're not overnighting at Victoria House, you can still enjoy its sumptuous setting over elegant dishes at Palmilla. While Palmilla is known for dinner, we recommend the more affordable breakfast and lunch, when you can enjoy the gorgeous patio in daylight. Meditative sea views and the resident iguanas set the scene at these hours. The chef does an especially fine job with seafood, notably the grilled lobster. Palmilla offers free transportation to guests within a 2-mile radius.
22 Coconut Dr., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize226--2067Known For
- A timeless setting
- Decadent breakfasts
- Cashew-crusted filet with avocado-plantain relish
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Rate Includes: Complimentary transportation within 2 miles -
7. Red Ginger
$$$$ | |A hip, LA-style restaurant of local renown, Red Ginger enlivens the island's food scene—no sea views here, but the gorgeous teal palm-leaf motif anchors you in the Caribbean. At dinner, start with ginger punch and chipotle shrimp salbutes, then accompany your entrée with a hand-selected wine. (Co-owner Mukul Kanabar might just be the only Belizean-certified sommelier in Belize!) Breakfast and lunch are superb, cheaper, and more casual. Our favorite time to go is weekend brunch, when you can sip a mimosa over an elaborate sesame shrimp eggs Benedict. Dishes at Red Ginger can at times slump under creative ambition (seafood ceviche doesn't always need a modern twist, for instance), but it's still great for a splurge. A bonus: the owners have done excellent public service projects in Belize, including giving about 80 full high school scholarships to the children of employees.
Barrier Reef Dr., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize613--8409Known For
- Creative dishes using local ingredients
- Stylish tropical decor with a retro flair
- Half-price wine bottles on Monday and Friday
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8. Aji Tapa Bar & Restaurant
$$$ | |Aji feels like your friendly neighborhood mainstay (two resident pups like to laze around the bar), only with irresistible sea views and Spanish-inspired small plates. Dinner is the thing at Aji, when a canopy of fairy lights illuminate the seaside tables and live music often mingles with the rustle of palms. Dishes here are mostly classics, like gambas al ajillo (shrimp with garlic and olive oil), papas bravas, and seafood paella. You may find these tasty classics to be a welcome break from more innovative menus. If you'd rather come during the day, breakfast and lunch are pleasant times to eat under the shady palms.
2½ miles (4 km) north of bridge, Ambergris Caye, Corozal, Belize226--4047Known For
- Romantic, seaside ambience
- A casually sophisticated menu
- Seafood swimming in olive oil sauces
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. -
9. Amor y Café
$ | |Here is the island's classic spot for a warm smile, coffee (including espresso), and a morning bite to eat. Sit on the cozy porch, people-watch on Front Street, and try the homemade yogurt or the yummy fresh breads.
Av. Hicaco, Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize632--4141Known For
- Waffles with fruit
- Sunday-morning vibes, whatever the day
- Closing midday, give or take
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
10. Antojito's San Telmo
$ | |Step off the tourist trail and have a lunch of stew chicken, stew beans, and coconut rice peppered in Marie Sharp's at this no-frills restaurant known for its down-home Belizean fare and friendly service. Breakfast is a good bet, too, with tacos priced as cheap as gumballs in the States.
Coconut Dr., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize226-4575Known For
- Good lunches
- Stew chicken with all the fixings
- Low-key atmosphere
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11. Blue Water Grill
$$$ | |The jazzy marquee letters reading “I Love Belize” capture the enthusiasm of this long-standing favorite. The beachfront restaurant serves up colorful dishes like Thai-inspired black bean-encrusted fish, plus less flashy options like a club sandwich, so there's something for everyone. Nothing about Blue Water is cheap, but it works to please, with its wood-fired pizzas, top-notch service, and breezy beachfront setting.
At SunBreeze Hotel, San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize226--3347Known For
- Coconut shrimp skewers
- Sushi on Friday
- Playful atmosphere
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12. Caribbean Colors Art Café
$$ | |For a good cup of coffee and a splash of color, this little café cum art gallery in the heart of Front Street is the place to go. Owner and longtime expat artist Lee Vanderwalker sells her painted canvases and silks here. The café serves up good pancakes, huevos rancheros, bagels (rare in Belize), and a smattering of healthy lunch plates, including gluten free and vegan options.
Av. Hicaco, Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize605--9242Known For
- Local art
- Quality coffee and espresso
- Mango crumble in summer months
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner -
13. Chef Juan's Kitchen and Pastries
$$ | |Plunk down at a mint-green picnic table and tuck into a coconut curry, grilled fish, or––better yet––a meringue-topped key lime pie (probably the island's best). Breakfast is killer, too, and at local prices. This counter-service joint is as low-key as it gets, and cheaper than anything waterfront. Note that Juan's doesn't serve alcohol.
64 Crocodile St., Caye Caulker, Belize District, BelizeKnown For
- Breakfast for a few bucks
- Mouthwatering desserts
- Belizean flavor and ambience
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14. Estel's Dine by the Sea
$$ | |Build your ideal breakfast from a mix-and-match chalkboard menu at San Pedro's most classic breakfast spot, famous for its fry jacks served with honey and mango jam. A favorite among locals and visitors, Estel's gets well-earned hype for its cheap-ish eats and morning cocktail specials. Estel's even has grits! The porthole windows, decorative buoys, and sandy floors give the joint a nautical atmosphere––not the mention the sea in its front yard. Best seats are on the porch or on wooden benches with mini-thatch roofs, where you can watch pelicans and passersby. Later in the day you'll find tacos, down-home cooking, and great seafood dishes here.
Buccaneer St., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize226--2019Known For
- Maya eggs
- Beloved by Belizeans and tourists alike
- Casual sandy-floor vibes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
15. Glenda's Café
$ | |Glenda's menu is on a chalkboard, short and sweet, and you place your order at the window of a pretty clapboard house. At breakfast, when this café is most popular, you can get a hearty meal of eggs, bacon, beans, johnnycakes, and fresh OJ, all for a pittance. Dine under the solemn eyes of a print of The Last Supper, or take it to go. It starts up at 7 am; get there early to snag a cinnamon bun. The hours are island style, so Glenda's may not be open when you want it to be, especially at lunch.
Av. Mangle, Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize226-0148Known For
- Fresh cinnamon buns
- A cheap full-order breakfast
- Homey atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and sometimes other days. No dinner, No credit cards -
16. Ice n' Beans
$ | |If you’re jonesing for a caffeinated treat—maybe a Nutella frappe or a cappuccino—look no further. Ice n’ Beans is your quick seafront coffee bar where tasty samples are dished out to anyone who walks up. Bagel sandwiches and tasty smoothies are also on offer. You can get your coffee here until early evening.
Playa Ascunción, Caye Caulker, Belize District, Belize662--5089Known For
- Java chip frappe with organic Belizean beans
- Friendly faces
- Beachfront hammocks
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17. Marbucks Coffee House
$ | |You'll recognize the circular logo from the monolithic coffee chain it references, but vibrant-tiled Marbucks is far better. Part of the intimate Daydreamin' B&B, Marbucks is a charming breakfast joint with pleasant outdoor stools and tables. We recommend the drip coffee and the frittata, served in a cast iron skillet. If you're hankering for a back-home bagel, the egg sandwich is delicious. Marbucks hosts the groovy and hugely popular Wine Down Thursdays gathering from 4:30 to 7:30, with live music and complimentary appetizers.
1½ miles (2.4 km) north of bridge, Ambergris Caye, Corozal, Belize226--4449Known For
- Guatemalan coffee
- A basic breakfast on your way to town
- Wine and live music on Thursday
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Rate Includes: No dinner -
18. Mesa Bistro
$$ | |The air-conditioned setting feels more United States than Caribbean, but Mesa plates up delicious change-of-pace dishes like churro-spice pancakes or, for lunch, sweet potato tacos. Vegetarians will appreciate the savory bean cake Benedict, among other options. Local drip coffee does nicely in the morning.
Tarpon St., San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize636--8464Known For
- Coconut French toast
- Vegetarian and vegan options
- Hip diner vibes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
19. Someplace South CafeBar
$$$ | |Someplace South is a new hot spot––or, to use an old Belizean phrase for a roadside joint, a "cool spot"––beloved for its friendly faces, delicious grub, and nooks of stylish seating. The lush courtyard is a lovely place to have brunch (their specialty, served all day) or to sip a rum drink while you wait for your Caribbean dinner. Someplace South is so refreshing you might not even miss sea views; plus, when sargassum seaweed stinks up the beach, this is a nice refuge. Live music gets going several nights a week.
2338 Sea Grape Dr., Ambergris Caye, Corozal, Belize628--5373Known For
- Bananas foster French toast
- All-day 2 for 1 mimosas
- A spacious garden setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
20. The Baker
$ | |Warm cinnamon rolls are a favorite at this Irish-owned bakery. You'll also find a cheering bounty of croissants, cookies, and coconut tarts, plus made-to-order egg sandwiches and, at lunch, tuna or ham sandwiches. You can even drink dainty cups of tea with your pastries.
Coconut Dr. (aka Seagrape Dr.), San Pedro Town, Belize District, Belize629--8030Known For
- Baked goods with local ingredients
- Rum cake
- Irresistible smells
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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