Look out at yachts bobbing in the harbor and the towers of Atlantis in the distance as you contemplate your choice of seafood. The day’s just-caught offerings…
Best Restaurants in Nassau
Poop Deck
Look out at yachts bobbing in the harbor and the towers of Atlantis in the distance as you contemplate your choice of seafood. The day’s just-caught offerings fill an iced bin at the restaurant’s entrance. You can pick your meal from the selections, which typically consist of red and yellow snapper, hogfish and Bahamian spiny lobster (crayfish). Can’t decide? Order a combination platter. Or go native with cracked conch, Rosie’s chicken (the pick of locals), or grouper simmered in tomato sauce. There’s also pasta and grilled meats. In addition to Bahamian specialties at lunch, the menu offers burgers, hot and cold sandwiches and salads (grilled mahi Caesar, for example). ((242) 393-8175)
The Fish Fry
In the Bahamas’ Out Islands, the tradition of Fish Fry defines a gathering of small stands and shacks where cooks prepare authentic homemade Bahamian cuisine – from fried chicken and stew’ fish to conch salad and guava duff. Within walking distance of the cruise-ship port, Arawak Cay holds Nassau’ authentic version. Some of the most popular sit-down restaurants include Goldie’s, Oh Andros and Twin Brothers. Newest to the scene, D’Waters Cafe serves arguably the best. Whereas most of the restaurants serve Bahamian food in every form, D’Waters is more selective, meaning better care and quality. Besides food, the colorful collection of restaurants and bars comprise a drinking and partying destination, where live music plays into the night. (242-302-2000)
www.10best.com/destinations/bahamas/nassau/arawak-cay/restaurants/the-fish-fry
Nobu
Internationally known chef Nobu Matsuhisa has acclaimed restaurants in world-class cities such as New York City, London, Las Vegas, Miami, Dallas, Milan and Tokyo. Atlantis’ Nobu is every bit as elegant, sleek and design-forward as the rest, and the food makes an equally impressive statement. Sushi and sashimi make up the heart of the menu, but there are several additional options as well, including steaks, tempura and a host of cold and cooked Japanese dishes such as scallops wasabi, pork belly with spicy miso, and seafood tempura. Be prepared for a little sticker shock, with dishes such as wagyu beef at $47 per ounce and Maine lobster wasabi ($80). Well-behaved children over 12 are welcome. (242-363-3000)
www.noburestaurants.com/bahamas/experience
Dune
International super-chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten has added two Bahamas eateries to his ever-growing list of innovative restaurants. At Dune, his creative fusion of Asian and French cuisines, with a hint of local island flavor, makes for a unique, but pricey (a $25 burger anyone?), dining experience here for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Highlights include chicken and coconut milk soup with shiitake cakes, goat cheese fondue with frisee and red pear vinaigrette, Bahamian lobster with light curry and plantains and cheesecake with blood orange. Dune’s ambiance, created by French interior designer Christian Liaigre, gets equal billing – striking ocean views, wraparound terraces and an intriguing display kitchen combine for absolutely winning results. (242-363-2501)
www.bahamaslocal.com/showlisting/12113/Dune_Restaurant_at_One_and_Only_Ocean_Club.html
Bahamian Club
Widely regarded as one of the top restaurants in the islands, this Atlantis restaurant has all the hallmarks of a traditional American steakhouse, but with a well-rounded selection of seafood and global dishes. The club atmosphere is accomplished through liberal use of dark wood, overstuffed chairs and deep, masculine colors. Whet your appetite with some local seafood such as the house-designed island style shrimp cocktail, a spicy conch chowder or the onion soup gratin made with local Sands beer. Then splurge on the chateaubriand for two or other prime aged beef off the grill. If you’re craving seafood, try the bronzed salmon or garlic shrimp. Indian dishes satisfy any vegetarians in the group. (242-363-3000)
www.bahamas.com/vendor/bahamian-club#zoom=20&lat=25.08591&lon=-77.32692&layers=00B0T
Mesa Grill
Celeb Bobby Flay’s third venture transplanted his brand of Southwest U.S. fare to tropical climes in a fairly seamless manner. The menu makes some small bows to Bahamia such as the spiced chicken skewers with mango vinaigrette, crispy conch appetizers and pan-seared mahi with coconut curry. Closer to Flay’s specialty, you will find complex inventions such as the blue corn pancake and barbecued duck appetizer; ancho chile-honey glazed salmon with spicy black bean sauce and roasted jalapeno crema; cornmeal-crusted chile relleno filled with roasted eggplant, manchego cheese and red pepper sauce; and chipotle-glazed rib-eye. Have a cactus pear margarita at the red terrazzo-style bar. Totally hip in design, the lofty dining room, divided only by open shelving filled with huge apothecary jars of orchids, overlooks the sea. (242.363.6925)
Sapodilla Fine Dining
Nassau’s newest fine dining restaurant is named for a local fruit and is nicely Bahamian in its treatment of Continental cuisine and décor. The experience begins in the garden, where you can enjoy a cocktail and native drummers. In the art-decorated dining room, service is doting as you select appetizers – honey gingered duck breast with braised red cabbage and pear relish or escargots en croute with Boursin, perhaps. Lovely breads come with house-churned butter. The nicest surprise: Sapodilla still does table-side service for salads, such as marinated conch salad and the classic Caesar, or desserts like the cherries jubilee, made with house-churned ice cream. Entrees range from pastas such as the fresh-made basil pasta with seafood to local fish like pan-seared snapper, and fine meats such as rack of lamb. Meals do not come cheaply here, but attention to detail (and import fees) justify the cost. (242-327-0611, 242-327-2161)
www.sapodillabahamas.com
Café Matisse
Matisse the painter may have been thoroughly French, but Matisse the café leans more toward Italian. Set in an 1800s home, the restaurant has a charming courtyard and an abundance of colorful art prints on the walls. It’s located behind Parliament Square just steps away from the country’s legal and business center in downtown Nassau, which makes it a popular lunch hangout for lawyers, politicians and local business persons. The prix fixe menu changes regularly, taking advantage of the freshest available produce; dishes are creative and wonderfully flavorful. An a la carte menu is available on Sundays only. Meals options include three, four or five courses with selections such as peppered lamb carpaccio, grilled shrimp wrapped with speck ham and Muscovy duck with roasted foie gras. (242-356-7012)
Graycliff
An inimitable Nassau experience, Graycliff Restaurant is a five-star dining establishment serving Continental cuisine with a Bahamian twist. The dining experience feels like you are settling into an intimate dinner party with friends at their historic, colonial-style mansion – that just so happens to house an award-winning wine cellar. With more than 250,000 bottles, there’s a vintage for every taste and budget. White-jacketed staff attend, serving perfectly executed versions of classics such as coeur de filet quatre poivres and guava souffle. Graycliff is not exactly budget-friendly; you’ll need to save up for this meal. The experience also includes hand-rolled cigars, signature coffee and chocolate, with a factory and wine cellar you can tour. Reservations are essential. (242-302-9150, 242-326-6110)
www.graycliff.com
Best Restaurants in Paradise island (Atlantis)
Casual Dining
Lagoon Bar and Grill
Vacationers are invited to enjoy lunch on an open-air terrace under an aquatic painted domed ceiling of the Lagoon Bar & Grill. Discover some of Atlantis’ most scenic views and watch sharks swim by as you enjoy fresh salads, sandwiches, and individual pizzas.
Operating Hours : Lunch: 11:30am – 5:00pm, Cocktails: 11:30am – 5:30pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/casualdining/lagoonbargrill
Virgil ‘s BBQ
Enjoy barbeque steeped in the storied tradition of the South and created using the world-famous BBQ styles of Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas, the Carolinas and Missouri. Family-style dining is taken to new heights in this rustic and casual restaurant by using a range of rubs and marinades, all enhanced by hours of gentle smoking over hickory, oak, and fruit woods. Guests can enjoy a delicious dinner of Virgil’s famous BBQ platters with home-style sides like smoky Memphis BBQ Beans, and finish off with sweet favorites like fresh fruit cobbler. Virgil’s is the ultimate go-to restaurant in The Bahamas for a touch of the South.
Operating Hours : Lunch: 12 noon – 2:30pm, Dinner: 5:30 – 11:00pm, Bar: 12 noon – 11:00pm, Friday – Sunday Bar: 12 noon – 1:00am
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.virgilsbbq.com/bahamas
The Point
The Point, the perfect place to watch the Bahamian sunset, features a dinner menu with a selection of salads and sandwiches, as well as steak, chicken and seafood prepared with Bahamian flair.
Situated along Nassau Harbour, The Point at Harborside Resort features a dinner menu boasting a selection of salads and sandwiches, as well as steak, chicken and seafood prepared with a uniquely Bahamian flair. The Point is perhaps the perfect place for vacationers on Paradise Island to view a breathtaking Caribbean sunset.
Operating Hours : Breakfast: 8:00 – 11:00am, Barbeque: 6:00 – 10:00pm, Lunch/Dinner: 12 noon – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.bahamas.com/vendor/point-restaurant-bar
Birmini Road
Savor the islands as you discover Caribbean fare in this fun, casual and colorful restaurant with ocean-inspired interiors and an outdoor bar.
Vacationers looking for a thoroughly Bahamian experience will have their desires satisfied at Bimini Road. Offering typical Caribbean fare, the restaurant offers a casual and colorful dining experience highlighted by ocean-inspired interiors and an outdoor bar featuring live and energetic music performances. The grand open kitchen features a conch station where fresh, Bahamian conch is prepared to order for resort guests. Uniquely spiced entrées such as tamarind-glazed pork chop, grilled mahi mahi and mojo-marinated chicken are tamed by sweet ‘tings’ like pineapple bread pudding, tropical sorbets and cookie-bash pie. Enjoy live entertainment and tropical libations including a signature Mojito at the outdoor bar.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 5:00 – 11:00pm
Reservations : No Reservations Required for Parties less than 16 adults
http://www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/casualdining/biminiroad
Mosaic
A fresh concept in custom-made cuisine, this Mediterranean-influenced restaurant features action cooking stations to prepare dishes on demand, from fresh fish to churrasco.
Atlantis’ Mosaic represents a fresh concept in custom-made casual cuisine. Mosaic is a Mediterranean-influenced restaurant that presents guests with action cooking stations where dishes ranging from fresh fish to Churrasco are prepared on demand.
Operating Hours : Breakfast: 7:00 – 11:30am, Lunch: 12 noon – 2:30pm, Dinner: 5:30 – 10:00pm
Reservations : No Reservations Required for Parties less than 8 adults
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/casualdining/mosaic
Poseidon’s Table
Atlantis’s newest buffet dining restaurant offers a bountiful breakfast buffet with an array of morning favorites.
Atlantis’ newest buffet dining restaurant offers a bountiful breakfast buffet with an array of morning favorites. At dinner you will find eclectic cuisine choices from a Mexican Grill Station featuring fresh made tortillas and a Tandoori Oven serving Indian favorites to a Japanese Sushi Station and a Traditional Meat Carving Station.
Operating Hours : Breakfast: 7:00 – 12 noon, Sunday Brunch: 1:00 – 4:00pm, Dinner: 5:30 – 10:00pm
Reservations : No reservations required
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/casualdining/poseidonstable
Carmine’s
Enjoy the lively atmosphere and family-style dining experience of this famous New York landmark.
Resort guests can enjoy the lively atmosphere, family-style dining experience, and classic Italian cuisine of Atlantis Paradise Island’s recreation of this ever-popular New York institution. Select from an array of fine Italian wines, including a private label magnum, and dine on sumptuous platters of classic Italian recipes such as chicken scarpariello, shrimp scampi, fried calamari, and veal saltimbocca. All platters are served in abundant portions to share with family and friends. Diners are forewarned to leave room for dessert – the Titanic, an ice cream laden chocolate torte, is sure to leave entire families satisfied and smiling
Operating Hours : Dinner: 5:30 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/casualdining/carmines
Fine Dining
Olives
Renowned Chef Todd English introduces his famed Olives restaurant. Featuring his signature open kitchen and Mediterranean cuisine.
Renowned Chef Todd English introduces his famed Olives restaurant in its first Caribbean venture. Featuring his signature open kitchen and Mediterranean cuisine, Olives Atlantis provides a social and interactive dining experience for guests in the bustling Atlantis Casino. Olives Atlantis offers a warm, casual dining experience with a three-meal-a-day menu, featuring world-renowned chef Todd English’s signature interpretive Mediterranean cuisine, as well as a variety of coastal dishes prepared using high-quality, seasonal, and fresh ingredients. Olives Atlantis features an expansive open kitchen where English’s team prepares dishes from a rotisserie grill, where guests can enjoy made-to-order cuts of meat and grilled fish, such as the fresh catch-of-the-day. The Raw Bar offers a large fresh seafood display with daily offerings of shellfish, clams and oysters, and a wood-burning oven showcasing English’s infamous thin-crust flatbread pizzas. The one-of-a-kind, Italian-made Super Nova pasta machine produces a selection of fresh, handmade pasta dishes that entice and delight patrons.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/olives
Bahamian club
Enjoy traditional fine dining in a warm and inviting club atmosphere.
Atlantis’ finest dining options were chosen with special care to satisfy even the most selective connoisseur’s palate. One such offering you won’t want to miss out on the opportunity to sample is the Bahamian Club, where resort guests can enjoy traditional fine dining. Chefs add Bahamian influences to familiar fare, crafting unique dining experiences for resort guests in the form of a dinner menu featuring the finest cuts of steaks, chicken and fresh grilled seafood in an inviting club atmosphere.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/bahamianclub
Café Martinique
Famed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten brings his culinary expertise to the re-invention of the historic Cafe Martinique.
Atlantis guests and vacationers on Paradise Island will find a culinary treasure in Marina Village, where Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten has recreated the luxury and legendary ambiance of Café Martinique—originally made famous by its appearance in the 1965 James Bond classic, Thunderball. The re-imagined restaurant surrounds and pampers diners with old-world elegance and iconic style—including a wrought-iron birdcage elevator, a dramatic mahogany staircase, and elegantly etched glass windows, rivaled only by the delectable menu of the Classic French gourmet fare for which lead Chef Vongerichten is known.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/cafemartinique
Chop Stix
Stimulate your senses and awaken your taste buds at Chop Stix, where contemporary Chinese cuisine meets the Pacific rim.
Resort guests are invited to stimulate their senses and awaken their taste buds at Chop Stix, a gourmet restaurant where contemporary Chinese cuisine meets Pacific influence. Only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients are used to prepare delicious meals that satisfy any vacationing connoisseur’s palate. Guests can start with traditional favorites such as spicy soy chicken dumplings or pan fried pork potstickers, and move on to sample a variety of unique entrees—including wok seared grouper and coconut mango curry chicken. Chop Stix is a true culinary destination at Atlantis.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
http://www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/chopstix
77°West
Atlantis’s newest fine dining restaurant fuses South American cuisine with a taste of the Caribbean.
Atlantis’s newest fine dining restaurant fuses South American cuisine with a taste of the Caribbean. Tempting starters like Jerk Duck & Chorizo Empanadas and Tuna Ceviche, compliment sumptuous dishes such as Pan-seared Filet Mignon. Polish off your meal with some Dulce de Leche Cheesecake or Coconut Flauta.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/77west
Nobu
Experience a new trend in Japanese cuisine at the newest outpost of the acclaimed Nobu restaurant by celebrated Japanese Chef Nobu Matsuhisa.
Gourmands on Paradise Island can indulge their passion for gourmet Japanese cuisine at Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s famed restaurant, Nobu. Framed by a glowing green archway and located just off the casino floor, Nobu’s unique ambiance and intimate dining experience are simply not to be missed. The restaurant’s perennial popularity and devoted following are a tribute to the Chef putting his own spin on traditional Japanese fare. A large bar and entryway provide seating for dinner guests, as well as those simply looking to relax with a glass of wine or cocktail. In addition to two small-scale dining areas on either side of the main dining space, Nobu also boasts a hidden “jewel,” the sake cellar.
Operating Hours : Dinner: 6:00 – 10:00pm
Reservations : 1-888-526-0386
www.atlantisbahamas.com/dining/finedining/nobu
