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St. Croix has restaurants scattered from one end to the other, so it's usually not hard to find a place to stop when you're exploring the island. Most travelers eat dinner near their hotel so as to avoid long drives on dark, unfamiliar roads. Christiansted has the island's widest selection of restaurants. Don't rule out Frederiksted, especially if you're out exploring the island. It has a handful of delightful restaurants.
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.
This brand-new Internet café in Christiansted features coffee, lattes, and frappuccinos, plus delicious local pastries like coffee cakes, donuts, and muffins. Grab-and-go salads and sandwich wraps are a great lunch option when pressed for time.
One of the newest eateries along the Christiansted Boardwalk, this tropical oceanfront restaurant overlooking historic Christiansted is one of the dining options provided by the newly renovated King Christian Hotel that features quality breakfast favorites and brunch cocktails. Try Caroline's Omelet, with roasted red pepper, balsamic caramelized onions, goat cheese, and baby spinach, paired with a passion fruit mimosa.
Choose from a wide variety of hot and cold beverages, signature sandwiches, specialty drinks, salads, soups, baked goods, and desserts. The locally made pates sell out quickly in the morning; get there early to grab one and pair with your favorite coffee or tea beverage. There are three locations on the island: on Strand Street in Christiansted, in Sunny Isles Shopping Center, and the original location inside the VIYA Building next to the Juan Luis Hospital.
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.
Cool down with a scoop or two of local homemade ice cream from this family-run establishment. Popular flavors include Cruzan Rum Raisin, mango sorbet, Ponche Cuba with almonds, and vegan coconut. Waffle cones are made to order and milkshakes are available in a few boozy flavors.
