Cayman Islands Restaurants
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21. Alfresco
$$$ | |This popular locals' insider spot (though celeb sightings have run from Shaq to Sly Stallone), straddling the unofficial "border" between Seven Mile Beach and West Bay, resembles a little neighborhood diner transported to the ocean. Enjoy equally fresh sea breezes and food on the waterfront wood deck under one of the mismatched umbrellas. The co-owner is a longtime fisherman, and the fish-and-chips would make any Londoner proud. Other savvy seafood selections run from fiery tiger shrimp curry to specials such as lobster ravioli in gossamer pumpkin-cream sauce. Indeed, the menu is as much Capri as Cayman, with fine pizzas (try the Scotch bonnet–lobster), chicken Marsala, and fried calamari served with jerk mayo and marinara sauce.
53 Town Hall Rd., West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1301, Cayman Islands345-947–2525Known For
- Breezy patio overlooking the Caribbean
- Delicious local food
- Warm welcome
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22. Barracudas Bar and Grill
$$ | |You'll find happy locals mingling with island visitors at this friendly place with a fun atmosphere, working air-conditioning (not a given on this island), delicious cocktails, ice-cold beers, and welcoming bartenders. It's locally famous for its wood-burning oven and New York–style pizzas, live music, and domino games. There's also free Wi-Fi and coffee (espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes).
M4RC+VJX, Cayman Islands345-948--8511Known For
- Wood-oven pizzas
- Lively atmosphere
- Cocktails
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23. Beach House
$$$ | |This refined eatery glamorously channels South Beach and Santa Monica, with a sleek black bar, an earthy color scheme, and sparkly ecru curtains dividing dining spaces. Executive chef Sandy Tuason (who apprenticed with the Roux brothers, Daniel Boulud, and David Burke) masterfully adapts Mediterranean and Asian influences to local traditions and ingredients to create a "coastal cuisine" menu that offers mostly small plates and large plates to be shared family style. Seafood is the star, unsurprisingly (Tuason's marine version of a charcuterie plate makes a marvelous meal). But the mouthwatering sous vide beef tenderloin is a winner, too. Pairings are suggested for each dish, and the wine list features several fine CI$40 options and some surprising high-end bargains. Wine Master dinners pair several courses with wines (from Marchese di Barolo to Gosset Champagne), often introduced by guest winemakers or owners from as far afield as Tuscany, Australia, Napa, and Chile.
West Bay Rd., Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, KY1-1203, Cayman Islands345-945–3800Known For
- Superb seafood, especially the charcuterie and salt-baked fish
- Well-considered if pricey wine list
- Elegant yet unstuffy atmosphere
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Rate Includes: No lunch, Reservations essential -
24. Brasserie Market
$$ | |The market is always packed. Get some coffee or tea, or design your own wrap or salad.
171 Elgin Ave., George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands345-945--3586Known For
- Quick bites
- Salads and wraps
- Healthy lunches
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25. Bread and Chocolate
$$ | |This easygoing vegan café whips up simply glorious plant-based plates. Or just get a flat white (with almond milk), homegrown kombucha, or vegan cookie.
3 Dr. Roy's Dr., George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands345-945--3586Known For
- Vegan food and coffee
- Central location
- Gluten-free options
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26. Calypso Grill
$$$$ | |Shack-chic describes this inviting split-level eatery; the interior feels like a Caribbean painting, while the outdoor deck, with a view of frigate birds circling fishing boats, is a Winslow Homer. The menu emphasizes fish hauled in at the adjacent dock, fresh and rarely overcooked. You won't go wrong with the unvarnished catch of the day—grilled, blackened, or sautéed. Though this is seafood turf, landlubbers can savor escargot bourguignonne, beef carpaccio, or a proper rack of lamb. End with the sticky toffee pudding.
Morgan's Harbour, West Bay, Grand Cayman, KY1-1202, Cayman Islands345-949–3948Known For
- Wonderfully colorful decor
- Entrancing views of the North Sound
- Superb seafood
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Reservations essential -
27. Captain's Table
$$ | |This weathered, powder-blue, wooden building wouldn't be out of place on some remote New England shore, except perhaps for the garish pirate at the entrance. The nautical yo-ho-hokum continues inside—painted oars, model sailboats, and droll touches like a skeleton with a chef's toque—but fortunately the kitchen isn't lost at sea, despite voyaging from India to Italy. Teriyaki chicken and scampi Florentine are worthy house specialties. Lunch is less expensive, and includes classic standbys (wraps, burgers, nachos, Lolita's chicken-fried tacos, fried or blackened grouper) and more creative options like "honey-stung" chicken fried in chili powder and crushed corn chips. The outdoor poolside bar is a popular hangout for dive masters.
165 South Side Rd., KY2-2001, Cayman Islands345-948–1418Known For
- "honey-stung" chicken
- Shoot the breeze with locals and dive crew
- Nautical decor
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28. Casanova Restaurant by the Sea
$$$ | |Owner Tony Crescente and younger brother, maître d' Carlo, offer a simpatico dining experience, practically exhorting you to mangia and sending you off with a chorus of ciaos. There's some decorative formaggio (cheese): murals of grape clusters and cavorting cherubs, paintings of the Amalfi Coast, and una finestra sul mare ("window to the sea") stenciled redundantly over arches opening onto the harbor. The kitsch doesn't extend to the kitchen. Sterling Italian favorites include lemony veal piccata; gnocchetti in velvety four-cheese sauce with a blush of tomato; and the seafood grill in parsley-garlic-lemon sauce. Enjoy grappa at the marble bar of Il Bacio lounge amid its wooden wine racks (the impressive selection isn't overly Italian-centric). The patio juts over the harbor, and moonlight, abetted by a soundtrack featuring Bocelli and Bennett, can transform an amorous coward into a Casanova.
65 N. Church St., George Town, Grand Cayman, KY1-1112, Cayman Islands345-949–7633Known For
- Sensational harbor views
- Simpatico service
- Particularly fine sauces
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29. Cayman Cabana
$$$ | |This rustic, waterfront bar is popular for sunset drinks, nightly farm-to-fork dinners, and delicious local offerings like conch fritters, wild snapper, and lobster.
53 N. Church St, George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands345-949--3080Known For
- Local food
- Waterfront dining
- Great cocktails
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30. Champion House II
$$ | |Ads trumpet that this restaurant—overlooking a garden with a cheery tropical motif—is "where the islanders dine"; indeed they have since the Robinson family started selling takeout from its kitchen in 1965. The West Indies breakfast, themed lunch, and Taste of Cayman dinner buffets are legendary spreads. Local food (curried goat, oxtail with broad beans, turtle soup, and heavy cake) is authentic, hearty, and cheap. Pricier global dishes range from chop suey to enchiladas and fine Indian vegetarian options like samosas and masala dal (lentils simmered with green chilis).
43 Eastern Ave., George Town, Grand Cayman, KY1-1105, Cayman Islands345-949–7882Known For
- Traditional local and Asian dishes
- Lavish buffets
- Varied menu
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sat. No dinner Sun. -
31. Chicken! Chicken!
$$ | |Devotees would probably award four exclamation points to the marvelously moist chicken, slow-roasted on a hardwood open-hearth rotisserie. Most customers grab takeout, but the decor is appealing for a fast-food joint; the clever interior replicates an old-time Cayman cottage. Bright smiles and home cooking from scratch enhance the authentic vibe. Hearty but (mostly) healthful heaping helpings of sides include scrumptious Cayman-style corn bread, honey-rum beans, jicama coleslaw, and spinach-pesto pasta. Prices are even cheaper at lunch.
West Bay Rd., Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, KY1-1204, Cayman Islands345-945–2290Known For
- Chicken, chicken, and chicken
- Fantastic side dishes
- Low, low prices
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32. Cimboco
$$ | |This animated space celebrates all things fun and Caribbean with pastel walls; cobalt glass fixtures; National Archive photographs and old newspapers about the spot's namesake, Cimboco, the first motorized sailing ship built in Cayman (in 1927); and flames dancing up the exhibition kitchen's huge wood-burning oven. Everything from breads (superlative bruschetta and jalapeño cornbread) to ice creams is made from scratch. Artisanal pizzas come topped with balsamic-roasted eggplant, pesto, and feta or with jerk chicken with Bermuda onions. Signature items include banana-leaf-roasted snapper and fire-roasted bacon-wrapped shrimp. Amazing desserts include a sinfully rich brownie. The popular breakfast and brunch are equally creative.
West Bay Rd. at Harquail Bypass, Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, KY1-1204, Cayman Islands345-947–2782Known For
- Fun, boldly colored decor
- Fair prices and hefty servings
- Clever riffs on staples like pizza with local ingredients
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33. Coral Isle Club
$$ | |This seaside eatery daubed in a virtual rainbow of blues from turquoise to teal serves up fine local food, emphasizing fresh seafood and, on weekends, mouth- and eye-watering barbecue. The lusciously painted outdoor bar offers equally colorful sunsets, cocktails, and characters (one regular swears, "If I were any better, I'd be dangerous," before buying another round). At night, spotlights illuminate the reef sharks and lobsters lurking in the turtle grass below the patio. The congenial owner, Carlton Ebanks, offers regular entertainment from DJs to fashion shows and domino tournaments, whenever possible on weekends in season.
Off South Side Rd., KY2-2101, Cayman Islands345-948–2500Known For
- Fun local clientele
- Mouthwatering barbecue
- Weekend entertainment
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34. Craft Food & Beverage Co.
$$$ | |Arguably Cayman's first true gastropub, Craft impresses with gorgeous postindustrial decor (contrasting warm white exposed brick with gray piping) and contemporary rustic cuisine that defies labels. The kitchen dubs it “familiar food with a twist." The globe-trotting menu changes monthly and the executive chef takes sabbaticals, traveling the world for inspiration. Stellar starters include jerk pork poutine, giant kale-cheddar pierogi with house-made bacon, and addictive beer-battered cheese curds with spicy ranch dip. Every day features a special: "Melting Pot" Wednesday (fondue), Thursday raw bar featuring sublime ceviches, and wild game such as ostrich chili or wild boar rack on Tuesday. Craft takes pride in its remarkable beer selection (including gluten-free options), with tastings, flights, and food pairings. Bourbon and rum lovers have fabulous options, and mixology mavens can dive into the house infusions.
West Bay Rd., Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, KY1-1201, Cayman Islands345-640–0004Known For
- Hip but not tragically trendy vibe
- Awesome cocktail and beer selection
- House-made condiments for sale
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35. Czech Inn Bar and Grill
$ | |A popular roadside grill offering Czech foods, steaks, and jerk chicken from chef Jiri Zitterbart is tucked away in Pease Bay, Bodden Town. This ramshackle bar has grown somewhat of a devoted following in a short time. Fabulous seafood and vegetarian options are available.
563 Bodden Town Rd., Cayman Islands345-939–3474Known For
- Classic Caymanian dishes
- Terrific takeout
- Great lobster
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36. Da Fish Shack
$$$ | |This classic clapboard seaside shanty couldn't be homier: constructed from an old fishing vessel, the structure is an authentic representation of original Caymanian architecture. The deck is perfectly placed to savor the breezes and water views, and the chill Caribbean vibe makes it feel as if you're having the freshest seafood at a friend's home. The owners source fresh, local ingredients wherever possible and have developed relationships with Caymanian fishermen, who often cruise up to the dock with their catch. Savor jerk fish tacos, saltfish fritters, coconut shrimp with pineapple-tomato salsa, and golden crunchy breadfruit fries. Landlubber selections run from pork chops with pineapple butter to baby back ribs braised in Jack Daniels. Free Wi-Fi and occasional DJs are bonuses.
127 N. Church St., George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands345-947–8126Known For
- Terrific harbor views
- Delectable fish tacos
- Mellow ambience
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37. Eats Cafe
$$ | |This busy and eclectic eatery has a vast menu (Cajun to Chinese), including smashing breakfasts and 10 kinds of burgers (fish and veggie versions are available). The decor is dramatic—crimson booths and walls, flat-screen TVs lining the counter, steel pendant lamps, an exhibition kitchen, gigantic flower paintings, and Andy Warhol reproductions. Other options include a Caesar salad, samosas, Philly cheesesteak, and chicken fajitas. It's noisy, buzzing, and hip—but not aggressively so.
West Bay Rd., Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, KY1-1204, Cayman Islands345-943–3287Known For
- Fun buzzy vibe
- Reasonable prices
- Extensive "Greek diner" one-from-column-A menu
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38. Guy Harvey's Boathouse Grill
$$$$ | |The Boathouse Grill is perched atop the majestic George Town harbor, offering an exquisite Caribbean and international menu. Our fare emphasizes fresh, sustainable seafood, harvested from nearby waters. Inside, one will find a gorgeous interior decor complemented by awe-inspiring artwork from acclaimed marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey. The best seat in the house, however, is on the first-floor deck of the Boathouse Grill; here, guests can relish stunning sunsets over the bustling harbor. Open Monday to Saturday from 11:30.
66 S. Church St., George Town, Grand Cayman, KY1-1207, Cayman Islands345-946--9000Known For
- Reasonable prices
- All-you-can-eat lobster
- Sustainable seafood
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39. Heritage Kitchen
$$ | |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 Islands345-916–0444Known For
- To-die-for Cayman classics such as fish tea
- Terrific place for island gossip and lore
- Lovely sea views
Restaurant Details
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40. Hungry Iguana
$$$ | |The closest thing to a genuine sports bar and nightclub on Little Cayman, the Iggy caters to the aquatically minded set with a marine mural, wood-plank floors, mounted trophy sailfish, lots of fishing caps, and yummy fresh seafood. Conch fritters are near definitive, while lionfish fingers—when available—with jerk mayo are mouth- and eye-watering. Prix-fixe theme nights offer fine value: pizza, fajitas, curry, and more. Drink in the smashing sunset views on the delightful patio overlooking the water, and also drink the house specialty Iguana Punch (rum, rum, more rum, and coconut rum with orange and pineapple juices).
Guy Banks Rd., KY3-2501, Cayman Islands345-948–0007Known For
- Boisterous atmosphere by Little Cayman standards
- Fun, (reasonably) cheap theme nights
- Surprisingly decent Indian dishes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.
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