Top Restaurants in Trinidad
Top 10 restaurants in Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago
Looking for a Caribbean cultural melting pot renowned for its Carnival and pulsating to the beat of steel drums, soca music, and calypso? Trinidad is also lined with relaxing beaches and rainforest waterfalls. Nature watching is colorfully kaleidoscopic, with over 450 bird, 600 butterfly, and 700 orchid species. Golf, hiking, mountain biking, surfing, kayaking, fishing, and boating are among the outdoor pastimes. Cool off with fresh cane juice and sea moss milkshakes. Vegetarian food is plentiful. Eat curries and explore India’s influence at Maha Sabha Indian Caribbean Museum and the Waterloo Temple over the sea. Visit Port of Spain, and stroll and jog in Queen’s Park Savannah, near the Botanical Gardens, Emperor Valley Zoo, and Magnificent Seven buildings. The Savannah attracts truckloads of fresh coconuts, and doubles men sell coveted aloo pies. Walk around Independence Square and the Brian Lara Promenade. The Central Bank Money Museum in downtown’s financial district displays doubloons, gold bars, and Slave Savings Bank memorabilia. View Columbus Square’s 1836 Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Parliament meets in Woodford Square’s Red House. King’s Wharf is where cruise ships and Tobago ferries dock. The Venezuela ferry docks at Williams Bay. Near the Chaguaramas Military History & Aerospace Museum is a marina with yachts, sailboats, dry docks, and boat hires. The South Quay’s Fort San Andreas, built by Spain in the 1700s, has a small Port of Spain history museum branch of the National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago.
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1. More Vino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 191 reviews
Reviewed By The_Concierge_8 - Trinidad
I haven’t been here in 2 years but I glad to see that it had not changed much.
There were 6 of us so we sat on the covered deck outside, which is honestly not an ideal place to be as you do get forgotten about by your server. Service was thus very slow. It also lacks ambience. There was no music outside so it was just dead and the only sound was from the passing traffic outside.
You do get a view of the chefs making your dishes though.
One of the rolls we ordered did not arrive at all. Both my brother and brother-in-law ordered a pasta dish and both were ill a few hours later.
The sushi and sashimi were delicious. The Iron Chef roll remains my favourite roll!
The prices have gone up significantly but it is still a cool sushi restaurant.
2. Trotters
Overall Ratings
4 based on 357 reviews
Reviewed By vagabondginger - Tucson, Arizona
The menu here reads like a book, pages of cocktails, beers, blonde & redhead wines and bubbly's too, appetizers, every kind of food imaginable that would be food in any USA sports bar from nachos to burgers to wings, pastas, pizzas & on & on. There really is nowhere quite like this. Trotters refers to globetrotters so it's not a local food place. Right across from the Canadian Embassy which is a true marvel to behold in itself. I came across a team from the US working for BP. After having a couple of beers I decided to stay for dinner and ordered the crab & shrimp fettuccine with red wine and it was excellent. I had enough to take half back with me to have for lunch the next day. I really enjoyed my night out here altho I spent a quite a bit.
3. Veni Mange
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By RozanaGaffoorali - Port of Spain, Port-of-Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
Nice restaurant serving local fares ! A soy place with lovely art pieces ! Family run restaurant ! Food is served family style ,and might be a one and only of its kind on the island !Thanks you for taking the time to post a lovely review - its truly appreciated. Happy you enjoyed your vist with us.
4. Angelo's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By Kimberly I
This restaurant proved to provide an inviting and relaxing atmosphere which was perfect for the occasional date night. As there weren't much people (because we went very early, about half 6) this afforded us ample attention and great service which I perceived to be the norm in either case. We both had pasta and both loved it. We sat inside but Seating was also available outside which from the looks of it was also a good option.
However, be warned that parking is available on the street and so we had to walk a little way to get to the restaurant.
5. Chaud
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 341 reviews
Chef Khalid Mohammed's Chaud Restaurant offers modern, international cuisine with a touch of Caribbean flair. Favourites include the guava barbecue shrimp and creamy Cheddar grits with applewood-smoked bacon or a tasting of three tartares - yellowfin tuna, Atlantic salmon and Chilean sea bass. Chef Khalid prides himself on freshness, quality and creativity with entrees that include tamarind-glazed double-cut pork chop, and the maple-glazed double duck breast with apple butter. Be sure to end your meal at Chaud with some of the best desserts on the island.
Reviewed By Shmemley - Australia / Guyana
Visited last night and although pricey I had the best restaurant meal in my life.
Photos of current menu & prices enclosed. Initially I was unimpressed with the menu and chose the oddly named Chicken Under A Brick our of curiosity whilst my wife had the Red Snapper en Papilote.
The chicken was exceptional (9.5 out of 10, losing the half point as the centre was a little dry) and my dessert (chocolate raspberry something...!) was so deliciously rich I had to admit defeat and couldn’t finish it. The fish was also delicious.
Excellent service from Crystal who clearly enjoys her job and showed that Caribbean people can deliver the goods if they put in the effort.
6. The Waterfront Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 410 reviews
Reviewed By JacekBJ - Gdansk, Poland
The food is really tasteless. They don’t have an idea about “international” cuisine but still pretend to serve it. Service is very nice, they lay live music. But it is expensive. Not worth to go until You stay in Hyatt.
7. Jaffa at the Oval
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Jaffa Restaurant can be found on the 2nd Floor of the Pavilion of the world famous Queen's Park Oval. Featuring weekday International Lunch Buffet service, English Afternoon Tea on Wednesdays and Sunday Brunch. Jaffa is also available for private events such as but not limited to: birthday/engagement parties, baby showers, weddings, conferences, cocktail receptions. We also offer nationwide catering services. The owner is also the Executive Chef ensuring personal attention to every detail from planning to execution of your event. No matter how small or how large let Jaffa take care of all your catering needs.
Reviewed By simonekn1203 - Arima, Trinidad and Tobago
Jaffa Restaurant, is set in a relatively cosy atmosphere and layout, perfect for one-on-one informal dining, or business-oriented meetings conducive to formal discussions. The menu choices are innovative in capturing the varied flavours of local cuisine, along with options to tantalise the international palette. Deciding...MoreThank you very much for your 4* rating and very positive feedback on our restaurant and service. We sincerely appreciate receiving your comments and look forward to seeing you soon again at Jaffa at the Oval.
8. BUZO Osteria Italiana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 852 reviews
Reviewed By KaayJ - Arima, Trinidad
Service was excellent. Food came on time, we didn't have to wait long. There was a good variety of vegetarian dishes available also. I would highly recommend for an evening of fine dining. The ambience was intimate and perfect for our family setting but looking around at other patrons, various areas of the restaurant was ideal for romance, friends and business.
9. Hakka Restaurant and Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 287 reviews
Reviewed By asarangi
We went there because of the reviews. Had shrimp and a couple noodle items. The server brought the condiments and the hot sauce was half eaten already. Seems like she just picked it up from the next table and brought it to us. She was...MoreHi. ... tips are definitely optional. Service charge does not go towards front staff as a gratuity but that is not something that we discuss with our guests. We apologize and we will take measures internally to make sure that it doesn't happen again.
10. Texas de Brazil
Overall Ratings
4 based on 448 reviews
Texas de Brazil is no ordinary steakhouse. It’s a dining experience like no other. Here, traditions of Brazilian cooking blend with Texas hospitality to create a lively atmosphere in an upscale setting. Your meal begins with a visit to our extravagant salad area where you can indulge in a wide array of seasonal roasted vegetables, fresh artisan breads, charcuterie, imported cheeses and other specialties. Then enjoy the rodizio-style dining that has made us famous. An endless parade of gaucho servers visits your table with skewers of freshly grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage carved directly onto your plate. It’s all served with authentic side dishes of garlic mashed potatoes, Brazilian cheese bread and sweet fried bananas. To complement your meal, select from our award-winning collection of wines or traditional Brazilian bar creations. And don’t forget to treat yourself to one of our decadent à la carte desserts.
Reviewed By ameeral - San Fernando, Trinidad
Went with a bunch of my colleagues for Christmas Dinner. Turned out to be a nightmare. Poor service . Major attitude by guys serving . Abused when I asked for a particular temp . Prime cuts were rare in their appearance. Would definitely not be...MoreHello, we're sorry to hear that you left your recent experience with us disappointed. We appreciate you alerting us of these service and food issues and we will be reviewing your feedback with our franchise partners in Trinidad. Thank you for dining with us.
