24 Best Restaurants in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

This waterfront restaurant serves sustainably sourced Caribbean-American food that pairs wonderfully with the creative craft cocktails and frozen drinks. The dining room overlooks Cane Bay, a perfect backdrop to try the almond-crusted mahi, daily ceviche special, or the catch of the day. Reservations are strongly recommended; request ocean-side grotto seating for an unobstructed sunset view. 

This barnlike “Crucian-Rican” restaurant is often the first stop that locals make before heading to the airport and after arriving back home. Out back, dozens of chickens slowly rotate on a giant rotisserie, and, in front, regulars and a smattering of in-the-know visitors queue up for the juicy birds, traditional Johnny cakes, and local food like stewed oxtail and conch in butter sauce.

A distinctive gypsy cart on the side of Mahogany Road (Route 76) overflows with fresh baked breads, tarts, sandwiches, and toasties with unusual fillings like black bean hummus or homegrown banana. The farm-to-table menu, which changes daily to reflect what's available, includes local fare, Indian curries, British-influenced dishes, and Southern comfort food. Next door, Mahogany Road Chocolate sells chocolate made from locally harvested cacao and shaped as rainforest frogs and "chaney" shards. In addition to this bakery cart, they have a food truck at Fort Frederik Beach on Thursdays and Fridays.

This family-run business has used the same Danish ice-cream recipe with local flavorings since 1900. Options include flavors like almond, ginger, peanut, coconut, and pumpkin, as well as seasonal varieties like gooseberry, guava, mango, soursop, and passion fruit. You can also get delicious breakfast platters, omelets, and deli sandwiches and wraps. 

Sunday brunch is big here, but locals and visitors also flock to this oceanfront bistro at the Sand Castle on the Beach resort for lunch and dinner. Both menus include burgers and salads, but at dinner the daily pasta specials shine. For lunch, the hummus platter and award-winning seafood chowder are good bets. Brunch is served on weekends only.

There's always something smokin’ at Blues BBQ. Enjoy "succulicious" barbecue of brisket and ribs, burgers, and live music in a backyard atmosphere while sipping Cruzan Rum cocktails.

Dive into the best breakfast sandwiches on the island along with hearty Caribbean dishes like stew oxtail, veggie teriyaki stir fry, and curry chicken. The sandwiches are made with the local butter bread from Thomas Bakery and fresh local produce from island farmers. The salmon chowder and fettuccine Alfredo pasta are always a big hit; wash it down with his famous lime punch or ginger pineapple juice.

This oceanside eatery serves up a selection of Caribbean, American, and seafood dishes like fried snapper in a creole sauce with Johnny Cakes or Alfredo penne pasta topped with chicken, shrimp, or steak. Takeout is available.

A favorite with locals and vacationers, this poolside restaurant serves up salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, and seafood, as well as delicious pasta dishes and popular salads. Come for free salsa dance classes on Monday night, disco bingo on Thursday with dancing between games, the West Indian Caribbean Celebration on Friday, Sunday brunch, and live music on weekends.

This popular vegan restaurant prepares a variety of flavorful plant-based dishes, like vegan mac and cheese, BBQ tofu, and chickpea loaf. Try the crispy golden fried cauliflower, a perfect healthy alternative to French fries. The menu, which changes daily, is posted on their Facebook page.

This colorful family restaurant has been offering Caribbean-Latin cuisine to the local community for over 20 years. Fresh fish, lobster, and conch are almost always on the menu, as well as stew chicken, fried pork chops, and grilled steaks.

This unique deli and gift boutique is the go-to spot for classic deli sandwiches and traditional meats, cheeses, soups, and salads. There are hot and cold sandwiches and other items to meet every dietary need. Each sandwich is named after a location found on St. Croix, like the East Ender club sandwich and The Blue Mountain meatball hoagie. Enjoy your meal on the open-air veranda with free Wi-Fi or take home goodies from the deli case like cold cuts, cheeses, and sides by the pound. Visit their Facebook page for daily specials.

Grilled mahimahi sandwiches, falafel, fish-and-chips, and burgers are among the favorites at this open-air bar across the street from Cane Bay beach. Some dishes are prepared using local Leatherback beer, which is available behind the bar. Live bands occasionally entertain at dinnertime.

Formerly Breeze's Restaurant, Le Cuisinier offers a fusion of West Indian and American cuisine with themed offerings throughout the week like Taco Tuesday, Sushi Thursday, and Soul Food Saturday. Try the conch in butter sauce with seasoned rice and plantain or a surf-and-turf entrée of grilled rib eye steak and a half lobster.

The fare served here is the farthest thing from traditional Mexican food—in addition to the usual ingredients, you can get a taco stuffed with buffalo chicken or jambalaya, and vegan options are available, too. The bar and restaurant are one story up, so the views of the beach and surf are nice. Drink prices are fairly priced—expect to pay $6 for a local Leatherback beer and $9 for the signature cocktails made with crushed ice.

You don’t have to eat like a pig at this restaurant and bar in the rain forest, but you can feed a whole can of beer to one. The giant hogs residing here have developed a taste for the suds, and for a few dollars you can buy a nonalcoholic beer and offer it up to a pig who will crush the can in its powerful jaws, chug down the ingredients, and spit out the crushed aluminum when done. You can get simple but delicious bar fare like burgers, wings, and Johnny Cakes, plus rotis on Friday.

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner indoors and out, this dockside spot has something for everyone on its extensive menu. Dinner can be as fancy as flatiron steak or seafood pasta in a white wine garlic butter sauce, or as basic as a burger or chicken sandwich. Try one of their Caribbean bowls for lunch like the conch fritters bowl served with rice and beans and a side salad. Drinks at the bar are half-price daily from 4 pm to 6 pm.

Divers fresh from a plunge at the North Shore's popular Cane Bay Wall gather at this breezy spot on the beach, where sunsets are celebrated with a toast at the bar and the winter months offer the possibility of whale sightings offshore. The menu includes deli sandwiches, burgers, and hot dogs, but the stars are the calzones and pizzas, which include options for vegetarians as well as meat-lovers. You can also build your own pizza from an extensive ingredients list or, if you just want a snack, you can order a slice.

At this ocean-level restaurant located at the Grapetree Bay Hotel, you can dine on fish-and-chips, tacos, and Asian sticky pork ribs in a breezy open-air terrace. The all-you-can-eat brunch buffet on Sundays offers your typical breakfast fare like eggs, bacon, and pancakes, plus rotating lunch specials and a meat carving station. At the East End Bar, casual dining under the stars is on the menu with house-made pizza, fresh sandwiches, and salads.

Huge sandwiches at this tiny spot feature homemade bread and can be as basic as turkey and cheddar or as imaginative as the Beast, piled high with hot roast beef, raw onion, and melted Swiss cheese with horseradish and mayonnaise. Barbecue—including pulled pork, chicken, and brisket plates—is another highlight. There are also salads and a good selection of desserts, plus lots of outdoor seating in the shade.

This locally owned coffee shop uses local organic fruits and vegetables to prepare hearty breakfast and lunch dishes. Located steps from the Christiansted National Historic site, the covered sidewalk seating is great for people-watching and taking in the local scene while enjoying your favorite latte, breakfast platter, or salad.

For a taste of local Crucian fare at an affordable price, head to Two Plus Two Restaurant. Fried chicken leg and French fries are consistently good; or try fish and fungi, the unofficial dish of the the Virgin Islands. As a boozy accompaniment to your food, grab a Cruzan Confusion cocktail or an ice-cold beer at the full-service bar.

No two days are ever the same with daily vegan and vegetarian specials, veggie soups, stewed veggies, garden salads, and local drinks at this community favorite. Choose your plate size—small, medium, or large—and select from the list of proteins and sides that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Arrive early with cash and a little patience as the kitchen moves at its own pace. Don’t miss their spicy popcorn snacks; they sell out quickly thanks to the unique combination of spices and flavors. Head across the street to the park and enjoy your meal with the breathtaking waterfront views.

Serving local favorites for over 30 years, Zeny's Restaurant is open seven days a week whipping up mouthwatering dishes like stew chicken, seasoned rice, conch in butter sauce, and roast pork. The inconspicuous residential exterior transforms into a cozy, intimate restaurant inside. Try the mofongo with stew shrimp or the bestseller, chicharrones de pollo. Always call ahead to make sure they're open.