The Most Delicious Places To Eat In The Bahamas, According To Reviews

The Bahamas spread from east of Florida toward the eastern part of Cuba. The nation consists of around 700 islands and islets, though only about 30 have people living on them. Tourism equals big business, leading to a wealth of eateries for visitors to choose from — to the point that narrowing down where to dine can be difficult. The majority of Bahamas tourists arrive by sea. Almost half of the visitors choose New Providence as a destination, home to the giant cruise port of Nassau and next to Paradise Island.

Nassau functions as the biggest hub of all the islands, with more than half the country's population living there. However, visitors will also find fine establishments for meals all across the country, serving Asian, Mediterranean, and other cuisines. Sampling the food is one of the best things to do in the Bahamas. Many businesses offer local fare, with specialties like stewed fish, conch salad, and peas and rice. Using ratings from sites like Tripadvisor and information from Facebook pages, we've compiled a selection of places where meals are sure to delight.

This relaxed beachfront joint offers local cuisine. Banana Bay sits on the south coast of Grand Bahama Island by Fortune Beach. The popular lunch destination offers fresh banana bread as one of its specialties. The Wacky Frozen Banana cocktail serves as an additional draw, keeping with the banana theme. The restaurant itself is quite casual, with wooden picnic tables out by the sand and a pink pastel building behind it.

A reviewer on Tripadvisor said, "What a great lunch spot! Food and service was outstanding, we had conch 3 ways and they were all delicious. Fritters, chowder & cracked. Stunning scenery too." Beach loungers allow visitors to retire to the sand after a meal and digest before sliding into the clear turquoise waters for a swim. A user on Google, where Banana Bay scored a 4.6, opined, "The very best of everything. Great service, great food, great prices, and an amazing beach. Banana Bay is a must stop!"

This relaxed spot on Cabbage Beach offers two menus—one Indian and one with classic bar food. The open-air restaurant has a refreshingly simple set-up. High chairs surround skinny circular tables, and wood beams and posts are painted a pretty turquoise shade, a reflection of the waters all around the Bahamas. Larger picnic tables, in blue and white, are good for groups that want to eat or drink together on an uncovered patio.

Cabbage Beach Bar & Grill has scored a 4.5 on Tripadvisor, where one contributor said, "This little gem is tucked away on Paradise Island and feels like a bit of an escape. The staff is wonderful and makes you feel like family." Visitors can order standard Indian rice, meat, and vegetable dishes, as well as fries, onion rings, wings, and plates of prepared conch. According to one Google reviewer, "They have a good menu that includes some of the best indian food we've ever eaten.. and we love Indian food."

The name says it all. Seafood takes a starring role at this shack by Junkanoo Beach that you'll want to add to your Nassau, Bahamas itinerary. Crab'N'Tings customers can order fish and stretch out on the beach, soaking in the sea view while nibbling on the fresh marine bounty served in take-out containers. A Google reviewer noted, "Everything was made fresh!! The Conch balls were was cooked perfectly! Wonderful blend of local seasoning. The fried shrimp was so fresh, it's almost like they just got them from the ocean 50 feet away. 5/5 experience!"

The shack has a basic set-up, with a small beachfront hut painted lime-green. Menu items include conch balls, baked crab, fried fish, fries, beer, smoothies, and signature alcoholic drinks, one with a particular unique name. It's a popular stop for cruise passengers—the port is close enough that diners can see their ships from the beach. Many reviewers praise the service and ambiance. One Tripadvisor commenter titled their review, "I smile just recalling the experience."

Opened in 2012, Flying Fish GastroBar, which sits by turquoise-emerald waters, began its life as a fine-dining establishment. The vibe skews more casual now, but reviewers have made it clear that the dedication to quality remains. The decor features compact wooden tables, black chairs, and sleek ceiling fans. An outdoor patio, shaded by trees, offers water views. Daily specials often focus on fish dishes, and the restaurant has an extensive wine list. Meals include seafood topped with generous helpings of greens and burgers and fries on a wooden chopping board.

Seafood takes center stage in the appetizers, with calamari, lobster, and crab among the options, though meat and vegetable dishes also fill out the menu. Cocktails include the Flying Fish Punch, made with rum and fruit juices, and a margarita with cilantro and mango. Writing on Tripadvisor, a diner stated, "From the service (amazing from start to finish) to the food and location I have never been disappointed. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an exceptional meal in a beautiful location!"

Despite message board posters decrying owner Joe's unfortunate death in 2024, this beachfront shack endures. Head to Joe's Conch Shack during your three-day getaway in Bimini for conch salad and fritters. A Google reviewer called the food "Absolutely delicious! They literally take it out of the shell right in front of you, cook it, then give it to you to eat. Fresh, delicious and wonderful! Great people. Wonderful atmosphere. Very authentic." As the name suggests, visitors will find a bare-bones white hut with graffiti scribbled all over the exterior and stickers plastered around the walls.

A few tables and chairs allow diners a place to enjoy the fresh conch fare that has become a hallmark of this business. The giant mound of conch shells by the water is an eye-opening sight, a testament to the turnover generated by this low-key enterprise. On Tripadvisor, a customer said, "Hands down THE BEST Conch Salad on the planet! SO fresh SO delicious: conch/peppers/hint of onion/loads of squeezed lime,...sheer perfection!"

Louis & Steen's functions more like a food market than a traditional sit-down restaurant. The intimate spot also features Louisiana specialties on the menu — for example, visitors can get beignets with their coffee. On Google, a commenter posted, "My wife had the shrimp ettoufee with grits and andouille sausage. This was seasoned perfectly and tastes like it was right from a kitchen in New Orleans. I had the smoked salmon lox bagel. We had a side of the Cajun marbled potatoes. The seasoning on these potatoes definitely were Cajun and we LOVED IT!!" Due to Louis & Steen's proximity to the airport, some commenters suggest fueling up there before a flight, though it closes at 3:30 p.m. during the week and remains shut on Sundays.

Browse the menu, and you'll find Cajun crawfish, jambalaya fried rice, Cajun shrimp po'boy, a range of breakfast sandwiches, and a generous selection of coffees. The hall also serves prepared products in a space with plants and warm lighting. On Tripadvisor, where it secured a 5.0 based on more than 250 reviews, a reviewer wrote, "The cutest cafe with incredible food and absolutely incredible staff. We came here practically everyday during our stay because of how much we loved it."

Located between Cable Beach and Love Beach at the western edge of Nassau, this restaurant promises a fine dining experience. The venue also hosts weddings. Palm trees and a brick driveway lead to the building with a salmon-colored exterior and red-tile roof. Inside, diners will come across cozy lighting, crystal glasses, and finely plated dishes. They'll also encounter a touch of revelry. A Google commenter wrote, "Food was amazing. Servers were amazing and best of all was the hospitality. They let my wife play piano and also played with her and the whole restaurant got to enjoy the fun vibes."

The Sapodilla Estate menu offers a wide range of culinary options. Guests can choose from a bisque made with crabs from Andros Island (an island grouping in the Bahamas), steaks with Szechuan flavors, Thai curry grouper, and Italian spaghetti with lobster, calamari, and shrimp. One Tripadvisor contributor stated, "This was definitely the best dinner we had on the island!"

Travelers will find many places to eat across the islands of the Bahamas. The country has everything from small, languid shacks to large, formal restaurants. But finding spots with consistently delicious food is no easy task. We scoured the pages of reviews on Tripadvisor and Google and ensured that the places we chose received scores of 4.5 or above on both. We also wanted to include options beyond bustling Nassau, the central tourism hub.

While the capital has the largest selection of restaurants on all the islands, it's not the only place travelers visit, so providing possibilities on other islands was critical. We also tried to select places that were not tied to a specific resort or hotel but focused on standalone restaurants and eateries. It was also essential to offer a range of restaurants to meet every budget. As a result, you will find places with fine linen on the tables and actual shacks on the beach listed.