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Ambergris Caye has the largest and most diverse selection of restaurants in the country. Buy cheap tacos, papusas, or grilled chicken from a street vendor, eat barbecued fish on the beach, or, at the other end, dine on lobster, crab claws, and steak at upscale eateries. Even the most upmarket spots have a casual atmosphere, some with sand floors and screenless windows open to catch the breezes from the sea.
The largest concentration of restaurants is in town, but many, including some of the best on the island, are opening on the South End and especially on North Ambergris.
More than a just pit stop, this cute roadside joint offers pick-me-ups in the way of creative smoothies, iced mochas, healthy and not-so-healthy shakes, and baguette paninis. It also stocks a small market with Belizean cheeses, jellies, cacao beans, meats, and fruits. Swing by on your way to Secret Beach or anywhere north.
You'll recognize the circular logo from the monolithic coffee chain it references, but vibrant-tiled Marbucks is far better. Part of the intimate Marbucks Bed & Breakfast, this 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.
Tucked inside the Mahogany Bay development, Rum + Bean is the go-to for a quick coffee fix among locals and tourists alike (though the former may balk at some of the prices). As it is within the resort's property, it's better if you have a golf cart to drive up to the quaint, ivory-painted shop that serves as a community hub for guests. Inside, however, you'll find more than just coffee. Handcrafted cocktails, smoothies, and teas are popular here. Breakfast options aren't too shabby either, though you might be better off grabbing some fry jacks or meat pies at a more wallet-friendly location.
