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This casual eatery's seating is out on the pink-and-white-striped dock–patio. Locals, boat people, and land-based tourists gather here for value-priced eats and drinks. The menu is nothing fancy but provides reliable grouper burgers, Bahamian-style chicken or conch in da bag, fresh fish catch-of-the-day, and a variety of salads. Parents will chuckle at the items on their kids' menu—I Don't Care ( fish fingers), I'm Not Hungry (chicken strips), and Whatever (grilled cheese). Cap'n Jack's serves lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and offers a full bar.
Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Monday night bingo
- Live music Wednesday and Friday nights
- Grilled or blackened catch-of-the-day Reuben
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed weekends and mid-Aug.–Sept.
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Enjoy the stunning scenery of one of the world's top-rated beaches while enjoying lunch or a cocktail at this casual, laid-back spot. Sit at the bar or on the open deck, or, for the best views, enjoy your meal under one of the thatched shades right on the beach. Eggs any style and fluffy pancakes are popular for breakfast. A Bahamian dinner is served complete with a beach bonfire Tuesday nights during the high season. Wednesday night is steak night with a loaded potato bar, and Sundays during the lobster season they offer a real deal - four course dinner for just $40 plus grat and vat with lobster prepared whichever way you want it as the main attraction.
Treasure Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>beautiful beach views</PRO>
- <PRO>Sunday brunch buffet</PRO>
- <PRO>bonfire cookouts on the beach</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: closed days and meals vary, so best to check with the Treasure Cay Resort front desk.
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Whether you pull in by golf cart or tie up by boat, it's worth the trip to this popular restaurant and bar. Seafood is their specialty, and the extensive menu makes choosing just one dish a challenge. Owned by the developers of Firefly Vodkas, this restaurant and bar carries the full line along with the Mo-Tea-To (their take on the mojito) and the Fly Swatter (a delicious mixture whose ingredients are a closely guarded secret). Locals travel from throughout the Abaco Islands chain to enjoy lunch or dinner here and catch one of the best views of the Sea of Abaco.
Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Regular live music
- Offering plant-based options and accommodating food allergies
- Sunday Bahamian brunch
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: closed Mon. and for breakfast except Sun.
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There's nothing fancy about this clean, bright, diner-style eatery, but the welcome is warm, the Bahamian dishes are well executed, and the prices are right, with most meals clocking in under $15. Choose cracked conch or lobster, or fresh-caught dolphin (also called mahimahi), with your choice of hearty Bahamian sides. Jamie's is also an ice-cream parlor, with a wide selection of flavors. Locals love this place, and it has stayed one of Great Abaco Island's best-kept secrets.
Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>simple but hearty meals</PRO>
- <PRO>friendly service</PRO>
- <PRO>bustling takeout business</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No credit cards
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Perch on a bar stool on the new deck and enjoy the comings and goings of Guana Cay's harbor and main road. While they boast the "conchiest" conch fritters around, their grilled conch is worth a trip there.
Front St., Great Guana Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Great spot for people-watching
- Potent cocktails
- Friendly hosts
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Dine poolside overlooking the Leeward Yacht Club marina at this casual bar and grill. The grilled lobster or fresh catch (which can be jerked, blackened, grilled, or fried) are popular menu choices, as are the conch burger and the grilled conch fritters. Wash it all down with a potent green Leaning Lizard and feel free to cool off in the pool.
Leeward Yacht Club, Green Turtle Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>decadent lobster-and-truffle mac and cheese</PRO>
- <PRO>happy hour in the pool</PRO>
- <PRO>deconstructed key lime pie</PRO>
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Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are simple Bahamian and American fare similar to what's on offer at other spots on the island. And while the delicious Bahamian food menu is worth a stop, it's the ice cream that draws the crowd to this whimsical little takeout restaurant in the middle of the island. There's even a coffee bar for that caffeine fix, served up iced or piping hot. There are a few chairs and tables on the outdoor porch, but most folks carry their food with them.
Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Delicious cinnamon rolls, banana bread, and other baked goods
- Excellent breakfast sandwiches and burritos
- Warm, friendly owner
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Sun. mornings
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Open for lunch and dinner, Mama's is a delightful little family-owned takeout restaurant with outdoor seating in a tropical garden. Most of the lunch options come grilled. Pop in and ask Irene to arrange catering if you are staying on a yacht or in a rental home. They'll also put together a great catered lunch for your day of boating and island-hopping.
Guana Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Selection of grilled fish
- Friendly family service
- Special macaroni and cheese
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An open-air deck makes Mangoes a great place for waterside dining. Enjoy a traditional Bahamian breakfast; feast on cracked conch and zesty salads at lunch; and at dinner, try house specialties like smudder grouper, fried and seasoned with tomato, thyme, and pepper sauce; grilled rack of lamb; or the catch of the day grilled, fried, or blackened. If it's wahoo, order it grilled with lots of extra lime. The restaurant is housed in a complex that contains a boutique selling resort wear and fine jewelry from around the world, and a 29-slip marina—which means you can sail in from the offshore cays, tie up in front, enjoy a meal, and do some shopping. They also offer free Wi-Fi so you can check your email while grabbing a bite to eat.
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed., Credit cards accepted
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This simple diner-style restaurant serves up excellent renditions of local favorites, such as fried grouper and cracked conch, and sandwiches made with thick slices of a slightly sweet Bahamian bun for lunch. At dinner, large portions of pork chops, lobster, fish, and shrimp are served with rib-sticking sides like baked macaroni and cheese, peas and rice, and coleslaw. Save room for a piece of rum cake or Key lime pie with gravity-defying meringue piled on top, baked fresh daily and displayed in the glass case up front.
Green Turtle Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Moist coconut bread
- Thick and yummy breakfast sandwiches
- Generous portion sizes
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If you're looking for a simple but tasty lunch at a great price, check out this octagonal wooden takeout-only restaurant on the western end of Bay Street. The burgers are hand-formed and served up on homemade buns—the spicy bacon cheeseburger is a local favorite. Grab a box of their fried chicken if you're headed out in the boat for a day of exploring, and on a hot day, their homemade ice cream in an array of tropical flavors including coconut, guava, pineapple, and mango is delicious and refreshing. The only seating is on a handful of park benches nearby.
Bay St., Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>delicious burgers</PRO>
- <PRO>cheap eats</PRO>
- <PRO>ice cream on a hot day</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun., Reservations not accepted
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For simple Bahamian food that will fill your belly, check out this small dine-in and takeout spot. Try the conch or chicken thigh snack served with fries or the dinner portion, which gives you the choice of two sides. There's a full range of burgers, including chicken or fish, prepared your way.
1 Russell's La., Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Popular spot for ice cream
- Great breakfast sandwiches
- Fresh fish dishes
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Burgers, tacos, sandwiches, conch, fish, and icy rum drinks are served up with a terrific Atlantic view at this open-air bar and grill perched high on the beach dunes across the road from the small Turtle Hill resort. Go in your bathing suit and enjoy the beach and snorkeling right out front.
Queens Hwy. between Hope Town and White Sound, Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Regular trivia and DJ nights
- One of the few spots for beachside dining
- Daily fish specials
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A small hut bar overlooking the ocean and a brightly colored food truck serve simple but delicious small bites—conch fritters, fresh-catch ceviche, and fish tacos hit the spot. In true Bahamian style, the bar is open more frequently than the food truck, so be sure to check the schedule before driving all the way out for a bite. The original spot got completely wiped away by Hurricane Dorian in 2019, but they're slowly coming back.
Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Live music Thursday and Sunday
- Fresh seafood prepared perfectly
- Weekly happy-hour drink specials
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: food truck closed Sun. through Weds.
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Ceramic-tiled floors, rattan furniture, and floral-print tablecloths accent this large resort restaurant—250 guests fit in the main dining area and bar at the Treasure Cay Marina. Open Thursday through Sunday for dinner only, this spot is one of the only places you can dine inside in the airconditoning in northern Abaco. Saturday evening head here for Prime Rib night and choose a pairing from the area's most extensive wine list.
Treasure Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>theme nights</PRO>
- <PRO>prime rib on Saturday</PRO>
- <PRO>cool reprieve from the summer heat</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Monday - Wednesday, Credit cards accepted
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One of the only restaurants that's made a comeback in the Treasure Cay area offers a menu with the standard delicious Bahamian dishes you'd expect for both lunch and dinner. The poolside spot at Bahama Beach Club is known, however, for its varied theme nights. Steak takes center stage one night, and another it's tacos and tapas or Italian cuisine. Seating is inside or outdoors poolside. If you have a special occasion to celebrate, talk to the team about setting up a table for two or 20 right on the beach.
Treasure Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Tasty lobster tacos
- Best sit-down dining in town
- Romantic candlelit dinners on the beach
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Ten minutes north of Treasure Cay Resort, this locals'-favorite, no-frills restaurant serves traditional Bahamian dishes such as grilled freshly caught grouper and minced local lobster stewed with tomatoes, onions, and spices. Reasonably priced appetizers such as conch chowder and conch fritters, and a full bar make this a perfect option for a night out. Be sure to save room for their homemade banana or coconut cream pies. Free shuttle service is available from the parking lot in front of the Treasure Cay Marina.
Queen's Hwy. at Treasure Cay Rd., Treasure Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- <PRO>authentic Bahamian menu</PRO>
- <PRO>complimentary transportation from Treasure Cay resort area</PRO>
- <PRO>large portions for lower prices than other restaurants around</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch, Credit cards accepted
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This tiny ice-cream parlor and coffee shop boasts 30 flavors. Located inside a painstakingly renovated island home, there's limited space and seating inside, but across the narrow road are a few picnic benches under the shade of huge trees. Strangely, this spot isn't open until early evening.
Queen St., Green Turtle Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Local homemade ice cream in interesting flavors like honey avocado
- Grab-and-go lunches
- Warm and friendly owners
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed during the day and Mon. and Tues. evenings
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Grab a seat on the large porch and enjoy cocktails and sunset before dinner, or escape the heat with an indoors lunch at this top Marsh Harbour spot. Burgers, wraps, pasta dishes, and nightly specials draw a crowd.
Marsh Harbour, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Fun, friendly staff
- Delicious signature cocktails
- Decadent desserts, including a must-try fried cheesecake
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: closed Sun. through Weds. and September through October
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There are a few plastic tables and chairs outside this basic kitchen spot, but for the most part it's a takeout joint. The menu is limited, but the food is delicious. You can't go wrong with their burgers, yummy jerk chicken wrap, or seafood options. Some nights there's pizza on offer as well.
Elbow Cay, Great Abaco Island, Bahamas
Known For
- Good, simple food
- Homemade cinnamon rolls
- The fried fish burger
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. mornings
