Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Barbados

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

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Le Shack

4.9

4.9 (650)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Barbados

About the restaurant

Le Shack is a fun, vibrant place happily serving quality food with personality, located on Crane Road, close to one of the most beautiful beaches of the island. You will experience an eclectic menu, shaped by the chef partner Jean Jacques Carquillat: a combination of French Caribbean flavors will surprise your palate with both traditional and unexpected recipes, created by his unpredictable mind and prepared daily by his team experienced hands with the freshest locally sourced ingredients. You will be welcomed and served by our passionate, friendly and professional team. They will your time with us is fun, pleasant and relaxed.

Top review

Suzanna

Dined 3 days ago

Fantastic atmosphere and even better food. It is a def must go.

Nishi Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (968)

$31 to $50

Asian

Barbados

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Holetown, Nishi Restaurant offers a refined yet welcoming dining experience that blends the bold flavors of Asia with the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean. Set within a thoughtfully designed space, Nishi seamlessly transitions from an intimate dining room to a lively courtyard and stylish bar, creating the perfect ambiance for any occasion.

Renowned for its expertly crafted sushi, fresh seafood, and perfectly grilled cuts, Nishi’s menu is a celebration of premium ingredients and culinary artistry. Every dish is meticulously prepared, ensuring a balance of tradition and innovation that excites the palate.

The experience is elevated by an extensive selection of wines, handcrafted cocktails, and a level of service that is both warm and polished. Whether enjoying a relaxed evening under the stars or an indulgent meal in the chic indoor setting, Nishi Restaurant is a must-visit destination for those who appreciate exceptional food in an unforgettable atmosphere.

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Rebecca

Dined on May 21, 2025

Food was delicious. Staff were friendly and polite. Beautiful restaurant . Definitely recommend going here for dinner

Baia

4.7

4.7 (603)

$31 to $50

International

Barbados

About the restaurant

Baia is the ultimate destination for foodies and culture enthusiasts alike. An idyllic setting where the days are unique and the evenings are pure magic. Baia burst on to the scene of the west coast of Barbados, a sublime beach front property towards the north of Speightstown. Chic, vibey, transcendental beats and vast sea views, soak in the atmosphere while enjoying your favourite sips and bites out on the deck. Indulge in an immersive journey of eclectic Peruvian-fusion cuisine and expertly crafted cocktails in a zestful setting, perfect for any occasion. Open for lunch and dinner with beach access.

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Sarah

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

From start to finish this was a fantastic experience ! Attentive service, creative and delicious food, great wine and cocktails. All set against a beautiful beach side view.

Fusion Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (1137)

$31 to $50

International

Barbados

About the restaurant

Built on the penthouse level of the vibrant Limegrove Lifestyle complex, Fusion Rooftop offers sweeping floor to ceiling views of the west coast of Barbados that creates a visual backdrop few artists can match. With a spacious, visually stunning design, the 72 seat ‘alfresco’ restaurant combines seamlessly with an extensive contemporary lounge and dramatic full service bar.

Fusion Rooftop blends true feng shui with the four natural elements. The natural harmony comes to life as you enter to a green and vibrant ‘live wall’, with a central Zen water-table creating a calm and central oasis. Fire pits combine with the constantly cooling trade-winds, which flow through the restaurant, to sustain the perfect ambience for entertaining.

Fusion Rooftop offers a high class, yet informal, dining style. With a philosophy of authentically sophisticated cuisine, the menu is comprehensive and alluring, whilst being approachable for every palate.

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Pete

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, exceptional service, nice vibe. Definitely coming here again. 10/10

Driftwood @ South Point Hotel

4.8

4.8 (23)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Barbados

About the restaurant

Executive Chef Sharad David and his talented culinary team present Driftwood Restaurant & Bar at South Point Hotel. Our serene, exclusive property boasts the most relaxing environment on the South Coast of Barbados. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner 7 days a week. Choose a selection of bites from our snack menu, or feast on one of our pastas, flatbreads or mains with a focus on locally sourced ingredients with an International twist. Our goal; to create memories that last a lifetime. Join us as we do so. Welcome to Driftwood.

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SHANICE

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Amazing definitely would recommend and return again

Derrière

4.6

4.6 (145)

$31 to $50

French

Barbados

About the restaurant

An authentic French dining experience, a mélange of the classics in a chic and contemporary space hidden in the heart of Holetown.
It's a partnership among 3 french friends, passionate professionals, food maniacs and Barbados lovers: Daniel Echasseriau, Jean Jacques Carquillat and Jules Gualdoni.

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Jessalyn

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, great service, great cocktails! Love this restaurant and a perfect place for a great meal with friends/loved ones. A must when you’re in Barbados!

Sitar Indian Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (391)

$31 to $50

Indian

Barbados

About the restaurant

For over 19 years Sitar has been offering the best of north and south Indian cuisine in a unique and healthy style - from the tantalising tandoori to rich creamy kormas, oven fresh nans and numerous mouth watering vegetarian dishes. The bar has become a favourite among locals and visitors who enjoy sipping a smooth cocktail while nibbling on tasty bites. Be prepared for an unforgetable culinary experience served with warm indian hospitality. Takeaway available.

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sergeiVIP

Dined on May 31, 2025

Sitar is a gem quality Indian find in Holetown. Looks simple yet charming. Armed with the pallet from a recent trip to the two-Michelin star Gymkhana in London, Anton and I sat at the patio (that could be covered from rain), the ambiance was sublime. The menu is quite vast for a small place, and you have to wonder between the main menu and specialty dishes. Too me samosa is a yardstick, served around the world, it seems to be a no-brainer to find a balance between the right crispiness in the pastry and the texture of the filling, yet as is with the hole-in-one, only few surprise; Sitar has a divine chicken samosa, coming in 4 pieces. Our appetizers also included chickpeas masala and side eggplant, both beautifully spiced. For the seconds, we wanted something exceptional, and to compare it to Gymkhana. With the lamb, a protein of our choice for the night, we opted for Biriyani and Roghan, accompanied with all the condiments and garlic naan. The side sauce in Biriyani made all the difference emphasizing the complex curry pallet. It is yummy in its own right, and while Gymkhana's Biriyani has some other twists to it, Sitar stood its ground. Bigger surprise awaited us with Roghan Gosht, by far the best dish we tried. The lamb was surreally tender with the flavorsome spices, not overbearing, almost elegant if you can apply it to such a rich dish. Portions were perfect size for sharing; and service was fantastic. You know the gem if you find one. Thank you Sitar team for a wonderful evening. We will be back.

Cocktail Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (1115)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Barbados

About the restaurant

Cocktail Kitchen was created from 2 of our favorite things in Barbados: Food & you guessed it - RUM !

At Cocktail Kitchen, as they say.. there ain’t no food more full of flava’ & no rum sweeta’! Put the two together and you get the ultimate casual dining experience, with our own unique, modern CK twists here & there of course.

**Rooftop dining is available on a first come, first serve basis. Though we will try our best to accommodate your request, please note it can only be confirmed on arrival at the restaurant

**Delivery available through a third party vendor please call Hopscotch at (246) 236-9729, Delivery Fee may apply.

Top review

Simon

Dined 5 days ago

Very nice Food and service was top notch Will definitely return for a second helping 🏝️

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Pier One Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (121)

$50 and over

International

Barbados

About the restaurant

Set on a man made island, facing the pearly white sand beaches of the west coast of Barbados, The Port St. Charles Yacht Club is like no where else on earth. This unique storybook setting has to be experienced to be truly appreciated! It has been aptly nicknamed by many of our guests as "simply paradise”.

Pier One located at Port St Charles boosts a full service bar and restaurant offering a wide range of international cuisine prepared by our world class chef. We offer lunch, dinner and bar service in an open air setting with friendly service and a panoramic view of the Port St Charles beach along the West Coast and yachts at berth. Deck loungers are provided for sunning and a staircase to the ocean

So whether it is a wedding anniversary, a birthday or romantic dinner date, the Yacht Club at Port St. Charles offers the finest ambience, food, drink and service on the island!

Top review

Carol

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and drinks service, staff were very friendly :)

The Grille-Bajan Inspired at Hilton Barbados Resort

4.4

4.4 (60)

$31 to $50

International

Bridgetown

About the restaurant

Join us at The Grille-Bajan Inspired for creative gourmet fare with a distinctive Barbadian flair, prepared by Chef Willis Griffith and his fabulous culinary team.

Enjoy local seafood and the finest Certified Angus Beef steaks from our Butcher’s Block, carefully cooked to perfection on the in-room grill, as well as a unique dessert selection, all in a memorable ambiance.

The Grille-Bajan Inspired is located at the hotel's lobby level, adjacent to the Careenage Rum Stop! Bar (entry to restaurant located by porte cochere).

Top review

Melesha

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

Ambience and service were amazing as expected with fine dining. The hostess was warm and ensured they recognized our special occasion.

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