Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Barbados

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Barbados? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Nishi Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (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.

Top review

Rebecca

Dined on May 21, 2025

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

Fusion Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (1133)

$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.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

10/10 recommend! The food was amazing, service and ambiance was exceptional! All in all, I definitely will be back

Baia

4.7

4.7 (598)

$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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Darlene

Dined on May 15, 2025

Baia is always a dependable choice while in Barbados. The view is stunning, the breezes are delightful. Staff is attentive but not annoying. The guac is always a must have - made at your table. They tend to have some different fish choices which is nice and the menu is a little more adventurous for the west coast. Would definitely put it on your list if you are a first timer to Barbs.

Cocktail Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (1111)

$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.

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Sharon

Dined 7 days ago

Our evening was made more enjoyable because of our waiter. He was the "Bomb", pleasant and helpful. Unfortunately, he had us laughing do much we can't remember his name but I sure would recognize him.

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Derrière

4.5

4.5 (138)

$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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DanielVIP

Dined 6 days ago

We have been for breakfast a few times now and it's really tasty, espresso is delicious also! The staff are brilliant and the interiors are fun and comfortable Overall a really nice french offering in Limegrove.

Deia Beach Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (418)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Barbados

About the restaurant

Nestled in a semi private cove along maxwell coast road, you will find deia beach restaurant.
The first of its kind and most certainly the most unique and elegant addition to Barbados’ south coast restaurant scene, deia beach offers an all-day solution for guests seeking to fully unwind, kick their feet up and enjoy the best that Barbados has to offer.
With some of the most unique and forward-thinking menus Barbados has to offer.
Dishes are inspired by Mediterranean-style cooking with the freshness of Caribbean local ingredients.
Deia Beach offers full service to beach chairs as well as main dining room dining.
Come to the beach or for a bite, we are excited to welcome you to the one and only, deia beach .

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Sharon

Dined on May 29, 2025

We had a really lovely family meal. The staff and ambience were amazing. We will definitely be back.

Dis Ole House

4.3

4.3 (319)

$31 to $50

Caribbean

Barbados

About the restaurant

Built in the 1800 as a very modest Bajan home, Dis Ole House is now living its best life hosting people to take part in our wonderful island’s culinary flavors. We offer a very stark contrast to the much grander Sam Lord's Castle at whose gates we are neatly nestled. We provoke curiosity and experiences where little touches like our enamel tableware will make any Bajan smile with yesteryear nostalgia. The area itself is nostalgic; Sam Lord himself must have roamed here, right? We’re proud promoters of all “tings” Bajan, celebrating our ancestors, history, and culture. Come drink a rum punch (or two--who are we to judge?) and try our very traditional dishes: cutters, fish cakes, roast breadfruit, or our national dish, Cou Cou & Flying Fish. We boast as a seafood lover's paradise, Lobster, Conch, Sea Cat (octopus), and Sea Egg (seasonal) are all among our fresh local offerings, grilled, pickled, and blacken the Bajan way.

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Adrian

Dined on May 24, 2025

Job well done from the team. Appreciate the effort. Thank you

The Sipping Room

4.3

4.3 (125)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Barbados

About the restaurant

Just what the South Coast has been waiting for! This restaurant and lounge provide a unique experience for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy our full dinner menu in our cozy outdoor dining area, and then move indoors to our speak-easy style lounge with one of the best-stocked bars in Barbados! Whisky, rum, vodka, gin and wine lovers will not be disappointed with our wide selection, which can be topped off with our unique selection of bar bites served indoors and out. Live entertainment on select nights. Join us at The Sipping Room.

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Allen

Dined on May 25, 2025

Great place to eat and chill and listen to love music

Calma Beach Club

4.2

4.2 (217)

$31 to $50

International

Saint James

About the restaurant

Calma Beach Club is a brand new beach club on Barbados' famous West Coast right in the heart of Holetown. Together, the founders have created a space where both locals and tourists can come together and be served fresh and delicious food paired with wonderful cocktails and big smiles, all with the backdrop of the Caribbean sea whilst listening to the best beats.

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Hamish

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

A lovely place. Nice beach with an artificial reef just offshore- great for kids to snorkel and see some fish. Food was really good, great mixture of local and international. Service was friendly and made it enjoyable.

The Bearded Rose Barbados

4.2

4.2 (16)

$31 to $50

International

Barbados

About the restaurant

Where city and shore meet & mingle.

Relish the ambience of our island courtyard dining experience, where thoughtful dining & design details invite you to indulge in the delights of this cultural concoction.

With seasonally-led menus curated with local ingredients, The Bearded Rose is a tasteful ode to both Barbadian & British elements - creating a curious balance of worlds apart.

Welcome to The Bearded Rose.

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Dawn

Dined on Apr 1, 2025

Food was fantastic. Enjoy the variety of small plates. Portion sizes was good & cocktails excellent. Best rum punch of the holiday so far!!

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