Dining in the Abaco Islands

Dining in Abaco

From fresh seafood at beachside bars to elegant plantation dining, discover where to eat - organized by distance from our properties.

At Your Property

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Our FIRST CHOICE for dining! Nothing beats cooking fresh seafood on the deck while watching the sunset. All properties have fully-equipped kitchens and gas grills. When you don't feel like cooking, local catering delivers authentic Bahamian cuisine right to your door.

Cook at Home

Fresh seafood on your deck with the best view in Abaco

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Your Choice

Stock up at Maxwell's or Abaco Grocery, grab fresh catch from local fishermen, and fire up the gas grill on your deck. Our kitchens are fully equipped with everything you need. The sunset views from your deck beat any restaurant!

Gas Grill Full Kitchen Ocean Views Best Sunsets
Ask about buying fresh fish, lobster, or conch directly from local fishermen.
Casuarina Point

RDB Catering by Debbie

Authentic Bahamian home cooking delivered

Reservations Book ahead
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Bahamian

Have a home-cooked Bahamian meal delivered or prepared in your rental. Debbie specializes in traditional Bahamian dishes - perfect for a special dinner without the drive.

Delivery In-Home Cooking Authentic Bahamian
Book Ahead! Debbie is in demand!

Camille's Catering

Neighborhood cook for authentic home-cooked meals

Reservations Book ahead
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Bahamian

Camille is a talented local cook right here in our neighborhood at Casuarina Point. She can prepare delicious Bahamian meals at your rental - perfect for a special dinner or when you want authentic local cuisine without the drive. She also offers take out, two to three nights a week. If you What's App message her, she will What's App her menu when she is offering take-out.

In-Home Cooking Authentic Bahamian Neighborhood Local
Send Camille a What's App message and book your meals.
Casuarina Point
1-242-819-1565

Fresh Sushi by Celia

Surprisingly excellent sushi in the islands

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Japanese

Yes, you can get fresh sushi delivered to Casuarina Point! A local sushi chef, Celia Rogers, prepares and delivers high-quality rolls and sashimi. Contact Celia to order ahead and find out what days she is delivering to Casuarina Point.

Delivery Fresh Fish
She makes the yummy sushi rolls for Pete's Pub's Friday night Sushi Night.
Bahama Palm Shores
1-242-559-9010 Email

South Abaco

5-20 min drive

Head north on Great Abaco Highway toward Marsh Harbour for Slip Away. Head south through Crossing Rocks for Mama D's, or take Cherokee Road to Little Harbour for Pete's Pub. The Delphi Club is 9 miles south.

Close to our properties, these gems offer everything from casual beach bars to upscale plantation dining. Pete's Pub is an absolute must-visit!

The Delphi Club

Elegant plantation dining with stunning harbour views

Reservations Required
$$$
Fine Dining

A plantation-style lodge offering an upscale communal dining experience. Cocktails and canapés at 6:15pm, three-course dinner at 7pm sharp, finished with complimentary nightcap and homemade chocolates. The wrap-around deck overlooks Rolling Harbour - absolutely stunning.

Fine Dining Communal Table Harbour Views Prix Fixe Menu
Must Try: Their duck breast salad and molten chocolate cake are legendary
Look for a large white rock on the right marking the left turn to the Delphi drive. This is a special occasion spot - dress nicely!
Rolling Harbour, 9 mi south of Casuarina Point
(242) 577-1698
Dinner at 7pm (by reservation only)
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Mama D's Beach Bar & Restaurant

Authentic beach bar in beautiful Crossing Rocks

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Bahamian

A newer beachfront spot in Crossing Rocks with stunning beach views. Known for wings, fish, great salads, and skinny fries. The beach here is famous for sea glass treasures at low tide. Full bar with "everything you want."

Beachfront Sea Glass Beach Full Bar
Must Try: Fish and chicken wings with skinny fries
Call ahead on WhatsApp to confirm they're open. Hunt for sea glass at low tide!
Crossing Rocks, South Abaco
1-242-807-4006
Evenings, extended weekend hours (call ahead)

Nancy's Seaside Restaurant

Fresh fish and Kaliks on the beach at Sandy Point

Reservations Call the day before to order
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Bahamian Seafood

A family-operated waterfront restaurant in the fishing village of Sandy Point, with stunning views overlooking the sea and two jetties. Nancy's is the primary hangout for this laid-back community. Fresh fish caught that morning, local Bahamian food, and cold Kaliks on the beach.

Beachfront Fresh Seafood Sunset Views Local Vibe
Must Try: Fresh fish of the day with peas n rice
Call Mercy the day before to see what they're cooking and place your order. Weekends are more reliable for hours.
Sandy Point, South Abaco
(242) 475-9413
Lunch and dinner (call ahead, weekends best)

The Sandpiper Inn

Elegant Bahamian dining at Schooner Bay Village

Reservations Recommended
$$$
Fine Dining / Bahamian

A charming traditional Bahamian inn and restaurant in the heart of Schooner Bay Village. Beautiful plantation-style architecture with crisp linens, tasteful decor, and excellent service. The locally-focused menu changes regularly. Also features The Medicine Chest bar.

Fine Dining Full Bar Waterfront Dipping Pool
Must Try: The Pepper Pot dinner is legendary
100% Bahamian owned and operated. Hours can be limited, so call ahead to confirm they're open. Worth the trip when they are!
12 Main Street, Schooner Bay Village
(242) 699-2056
Breakfast 8:30-10:30am, Lunch, Dinner (call for hours)
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Big Bird Farm

Best fried chicken in Abaco - buckets available!

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Bahamian / Fried Chicken

Famous for their fried chicken, Big Bird Farm fills the void left when Kentucky Fried Chicken closed. Get buckets of crispy fried chicken just like KFC, plus other Bahamian dishes. Perfect for picking up on your way home from the airport or a quick easy dinner.

Takeout Family Buckets Quick Service
Must Try: Their signature fried chicken bucket
Great option for your first night - pick up chicken on the way home from the airport!
Great Abaco Highway, South Abaco
Call for hours

Slip Away Restaurant & Bar

Charming thatched-roof spot with Thursday pizza night

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Bahamian

A hidden gem at the Sunflower Farm! Charming thatched-roof restaurant with open-air seating, full bar, and live music on special occasions. The property includes a playground, pond, and petting zoo - great for families. Thursday is PIZZA NIGHT!

Family Friendly Playground Petting Zoo Thursday Pizza Night Live Music
Must Try: Conch fritters and Thursday night pizza
Look for the white fence on the west side of the highway. Pizza night starts at 3pm on Thursdays!
Great Abaco Highway, 3 mi north of Casuarina Point
1-242-577-7441
Thu-Fri 2pm, Sat-Sun noon (Mon-Wed by appointment)

Marsh Harbour

25-30 min drive

Head north on Great Abaco Highway. Most restaurants are on Front Street along the harbour - look for signs as you enter town. Parking is easy.

Abaco's commercial hub offers the most dining variety. From upscale waterfront dining at Wally's to casual drinks at Snappas, you'll find something for every mood. Plan to combine dinner with grocery shopping or other errands.

Wally's

Upscale Bahamian in a charming colonial home

Reservations Recommended for dinner
$$$
Fine Dining / Bahamian

A Marsh Harbour institution in a lovely pink and white colonial home on Front Street. The large veranda offers elegant open-air dining overlooking beautifully landscaped grounds and the harbour. Their long-tenured staff provides exceptional service.

Waterfront Fine Dining Veranda Seating Full Bar
Must Try: The conch chowder is fantastic and the cracked conch is the best on the island. Try "Wally's Cocktail" at the bar.
Walk-ins welcome at the bar even without dinner reservations. Great spot for a special occasion.
Front Street, Marsh Harbour
1-242-551-5476
Wed-Sat, Lunch 11:30am-3pm, Dinner 6-9pm

Snappas Bar & Grill

Casual waterfront vibes on the pier

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Bahamian Casual

Relaxed pier restaurant right over the harbour with fantastic views of the boats and sunset. Great spot for a casual lunch, afternoon drinks, or evening entertainment. Located at the Conch Inn - makes a perfect first stop when you arrive in Abaco!

Waterfront/Pier Casual Sunset Views Bar Scene
Must Try: Fresh tuna salad and cold Kalik beer
Perfect for that first drink when you arrive on island. The beautiful new location at the Conch Inn opened in 2022.
Bay Street at the Conch Inn
1-242-577-7000
Mon & Thu 11am-7pm, Fri-Sun 11am-11pm (Closed Tue-Wed)

The Jib Room

Festive dock-side dining with Rake N Scrape

Reservations Recommended
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Bahamian / American

Located at Marsh Harbour Marina across from Snappas, this festive spot features Rake N Scrape music, dancing, and fun. Dock-side picnic tables overlooking the boats, plus indoor bar seating. Wednesday is rib night, Saturday features live music and limbo contests!

Dockside Live Music Limbo Night Wednesday Ribs
Must Try: Wednesday rib night special
Saturday night is the party! Recently renovated after the hurricane. Call ahead to confirm they're open.
Marsh Harbour Marina
(242) 367-2700
Call for current hours
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Colours by the Sea

Casual harbour dining

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Bahamian / International

Casual waterfront restaurant on the harbour with a relaxed island vibe. Good for lunch or a laid-back dinner. Part of the Front Street dining scene with views of the boats.

Harbour Views Casual
Part of the reopened Marsh Harbour dining scene - call to confirm hours.
Front Street, Marsh Harbour
Call for hours

Abaco Beach Resort

Two restaurants - casual poolside and elegant fine dining

Reservations Required for The Bistro
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International / Bahamian

This iconic 40-acre beachfront resort offers two excellent dining options. The Pool Bar & Terrace at Marinaville serves casual bites like lobster burgers poolside all day. The Bistro offers elegant fine dining with fresh local seafood and stunning views of the Sea of Abaco.

Fine Dining (Bistro) Casual Poolside (Terrace) Beachfront Open All Day
Must Try: Lobster burger at the Pool Bar; fresh seafood at The Bistro
Great option when you want both casual and upscale in one place. The casual restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - helpful when other places have limited hours.
Abaco Beach Resort, Marsh Harbour
(242) 367-2158
Pool Bar all day; Bistro Wed-Sun 6-10pm (dinner reservations required)
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Thrisies Restaurant

Local favorite with authentic Bahamian food - where the locals eat

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Bahamian

A local favorite that's a bit off the beaten path. Good, authentic Bahamian food where the locals eat. Known for generous portions and great value. Try the conch fritters for a true taste of local flavor, or their fresh seafood dishes.

Local Favorite Authentic Bahamian Great Value
Must Try: Conch fritters and fresh seafood dishes
This is where locals eat - a hidden gem that's tricky to find but worth the effort. Ask for directions or call ahead.
Forest Drive, Dundas Town (past the Dundas Town Circle)
+1 242-812-4334
Call for hours

Out Islands

Ferry from Marsh Harbour

Take the ferry from Marsh Harbour to Great Guana Cay. Two operators serve the route: G&L Ferry (gandlferry.com) and The Ferry at the Crossing (theferrylimited.com). Check schedules in advance and plan for a full day.

A trip to the out islands is an adventure in itself! Take the ferry to Great Guana Cay for the legendary Nipper's - the Sunday Pig Roast is a bucket-list Bahamas experience. Other cays like Hope Town and Man-O-War also have excellent dining options.

Nipper's Beach Bar & Grill

Legendary beach bar - don't miss the Sunday Pig Roast!

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Bahamian / Caribbean

THE legendary Abaco beach bar! Open 364 days a year with a stunning beach, pool, and the strongest frozen drinks in the Bahamas. The Sunday Pig Roast is famous throughout the islands - roasted pork, live music, dancing, and an all-day party. The beach is perfect for swimming and snorkeling.

Beach Pool Sunday Pig Roast Live Music Frozen Drinks
Must Try: "Nipper's Juice" - their famous (and strong!) frozen drink. And of course, the Sunday Pig Roast!
Make it a day trip! Take the morning ferry, swim, eat, drink, and catch the afternoon ferry back. Outdoor showers available.
Great Guana Cay
Open daily, all day
Website

Grabbers Bed, Bar, Dock & Grill

Laid-back beach bar with the famous Guana Grabber drink

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Bahamian / Caribbean

A beautiful beach bar and resort at Fisher's Bay on Great Guana Cay with sparkling turquoise waters and powdery white sand. Known for the famous "Guana Grabber" frozen drink - a potent tropical cocktail perfect for unwinding on island time. Fresh local seafood prepared daily. Complimentary kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and beach toys. Popular local spot on weekend nights with music, cornhole, and the best sunset viewing anywhere around.

Beach Swimming Pool Free Kayaks/Paddleboards Live Music & Karaoke Easy Ferry Access Sunset Views
Must Try: The Guana Grabber - their signature frozen drink
Walk here from the ferry dock! A more laid-back alternative to Nipper's. Come for sunset - it's spectacular. They also have rooms if you want to stay.
Fisher's Bay, Great Guana Cay
(242) 365-5133
Open daily
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Firefly Bar & Grill

#1 rated restaurant in Hope Town with stunning sunsets

Reservations Recommended
$$$
American / Caribbean

Spectacular waterfront restaurant on the west coast of Elbow Cay, famous for incredible sunsets. High-quality locally sourced ingredients with inventive presentations. Part of the Firefly Sunset Resort with a newly rebuilt outdoor bar and dining deck. Open for lunch and dinner.

Sunset Views Waterfront Golf Cart Pickup Fine Dining
Must Try: Fresh local seafood with a craft cocktail at sunset
They'll pick you up from Hope Town in a golf cart and take you back! Or anchor nearby and dinghy in. Call ahead to arrange.
Hope Town, Elbow Cay
+1 242-366-0145
Lunch and dinner daily until 10pm
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Abaco Inn

Elegant oceanfront dining on Elbow Cay

Reservations Recommended for dinner
$$$
Fine Dining / Bahamian

A boutique oceanfront resort with an excellent restaurant serving refined Bahamian cuisine. Beautiful setting overlooking the Atlantic with both indoor and outdoor dining options.

Oceanfront Fine Dining Golf Cart Pickup
Call ahead and they'll send a golf cart to pick you up from the ferry - you can't walk there from town.
Hope Town, Elbow Cay (south end)
+1 242-366-0133
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Cap'n Jack's

Fun waterfront pub with bingo nights - run by a 5th-gen Hope Townian

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Bahamian / American

Right on the water in Hope Town harbor, Cap'n Jack's is run by Jack Russell, a fifth-generation Hope Townian who grew up living in and on the water. Great for homestyle Bahamian cooking, pub fare, cold beers and nonstop fun. Tie up your dinghy at one of their 4 moorings and come on in! Weekly specials include Monday bingo, Taco Tuesday with 2-for-1 margaritas, Thursday trivia, Friday steak night, and Saturday spaghetti night.

Waterfront Dinghy Dock (4 moorings - $20/night) Monday Bingo Theme Nights Free WiFi
Must Try: Fresh fish and a cold Kalik at the bar
Monday bingo (JACKS) at 6pm is legendary - get there early and bring cash for bingo cards! Call 242-699-3067 for to-go orders.
Hope Town Harbour, Elbow Cay
(242) 366-0247
Mon-Sat 10:30am until late (closed Sundays)
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Bluff House Beach Resort

Historic resort with 4 dining venues and the famous Gully Roosters

Reservations Recommended for dinner
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Bahamian / International

The oldest resort in the Bahamas Out Islands (since the 1950s), perched on 12 tropical acres at the highest point of Green Turtle Cay with stunning views. Four dining options: Ballyhoo Bar & Grill (3 meals daily, 7 days), The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant (breakfast & dinner, 6 days), Tranquil Turtle Beach Bar (lunch & dinner by their private beach), and Jolly Roger Bar & Bistro (casual marina-side). The Gully Roosters - Abaco's longest-running and most famous native band - play live at least once weekly.

Multiple Restaurants (4 venues) The Gully Roosters Live Marina Beach Bar Historic Property
Must Try: Dinner at Ballyhoo with Gully Roosters live music
Green Turtle Cay is a charming historic island worth exploring. The Bluff House is undergoing a major renovation/upgrade.
Green Turtle Cay
(242) 365-4247
Multiple venues - Ballyhoo open 7 days, others call for hours
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Miss Emily's Blue Bee Bar

Home of the original Goombay Smash

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Bar / Light Bites

A tiny, legendary bar that claims to be the birthplace of the famous Goombay Smash cocktail. Walls covered with memorabilia and business cards from visitors over the decades. A true piece of Bahamas history.

Historic Bar Goombay Smash Local Legend
Must Try: The original Goombay Smash, of course!
Hours can be unpredictable. Even if it looks closed, peek in - someone might be there!
New Plymouth, Green Turtle Cay
Irregular - call ahead

Bahama Beach Club

Beachfront resort dining on Treasure Cay

Reservations Recommended
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International / Bahamian

Nice beachfront restaurant at the Bahama Beach Club resort on Treasure Cay's famous beach (rated one of the best in the world). Good option if you're visiting Treasure Cay, though still recovering from hurricane damage with more restaurants reopening.

Beachfront Resort Dining
Treasure Cay is still rebuilding after Hurricane Dorian. Call ahead to confirm what's open.
Treasure Cay
Call for current hours
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Dining Tips

Call Ahead

Many restaurants have variable hours, especially in the off-season. A quick call confirms they're open and saves disappointment.

Cash is King

Some smaller establishments are cash-only or may have card machine issues. Bring Bahamian or US dollars as backup.

Fresh Catch

Ask about the fresh catch of the day. Local fishermen bring in grouper, snapper, mahi, and more. It doesn't get fresher!

Island Time

Service moves at a relaxed pace. Embrace it! Order a drink, enjoy the view, and savor the slower rhythm of island life.