Where to Eat in Cotton Ground: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover the best restaurant in Cotton Ground, St. Kitts and Nevis including Sunshine's Bar Lounge & Grill, Oualie Beach Restaurant, Bananas, Coconut Grove, Double Deuce, Yachtsman Grill, Bella Vista Restaurant @ The Mount Nevis Hotel, Lime Beach Bar, Riviere House, Mango Restaurant
1. Sunshine's Bar Lounge & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 899 reviews
#1 in Nevis for over 25 years! Home of the Killer Bee rum punch - only at Sunshines. Authentic Caribbean cuisine - only the freshest local catch - lobster and fish, succulent falling off the bone ribs, bbq chicken, shrimp - best burgers and steaks! Everything is grilled fresh over a wood/charcoal grill - no gas grills here. Our food has an added dimension of flavor from the local wood used on our grill. Vegetarians and gluten free - welcome! Plenty of dishes to please you.
Reviewed By amphitryon - Toronto, Canada
While we did not go there for their famous ''Killer bee'' drink, we tremendously enjoyed the overall experience. Very friendly and prompt service, reasonable prices, and excellent food.
Let me start by saying that this place was one of four we visited for dinner while staying in Charlestown, and I will say that the best prepared Mahi Mahi was enjoyed at Sunshine's. It appeared to come off a BBQ and the fish was just done to perfection, while not falling off the skin.
One of us had the same dish at least in every place we visited (Sunshine's, Bananas, Double Deuce and Yachtsman Grill) and the chef at Sunshine's hit it just perfect; you could almost ''still taste the ocean''. Each of the above named places is certainly worth a visit and the overall food quality is definitely on par at all four of them!
The menu at Sunshine's offered a very good variety of selections, and the whole atmosphere was relaxed and conducive to linger after an excellent meal. The background music was also quite enjoyable, and not intrusive at all.
2. Oualie Beach Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 188 reviews
Oualie Beach Restaurant is located on the best beach in Nevis just steps away from the ocean. Guests can take in the spectacular view of St. Kitts from the open air bar and restaurant or enjoy their meal or cocktail right on the beach itself. Sunsets at Oualie Beach are a must, and many tourists come for a glimpse of the famous Green Flash. The relaxed, casual atmosphere attracts guests from all over looking for a delicious beach restaurant experience. Oualie's chef and kitchen staff proudly serve a wide range of West Indian and international dishes. Stop by for breakfast and sample Oualie's signature Calypso omelet and breakfast potatoes, or enjoy a spectacular selection of surf and turf every Tuesday night while the band is playing. Weekends at Oualie Beach Restaurant are also not to be missed: on Saturday nights the restaurant offers a Caribbean buffet dinner, and lunch on Sundays features a beach barbecue!
Reviewed By tandmgroup - Corpus Christi, Texas
Gorgeous view, great chef and delicious food. I recommend this restaurant, especially when staying at resort, easy to access and no taxi or car needed. Different specials everyday of week, all good
3. Bananas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 569 reviews
Situated on the edge of the Rainforest Bananas is casual fun dining in a magical setting. We take our food very seriously but it is good home cooking prepared by hard working local ladies, not fancy or Gourmet.. However our menu is very creative and we use only fresh ingredients and where possible free range organic produce and meats. We have Magnificent Sunset views from our Firefly lounge and a superb selection of cocktails and old rums and a small selection of cuban Cigars.
Reviewed By Sparty1979 - Michigan
A very unique place with a well balanced menu. The fresh fish is caught that day and if they run out its because that's all the could catch. The upper deck has a great sunset view and the service is friendly but not over the top. Its priced the same as other upper end Nevis restaurants. We all had fish or lobster and it was prepared perfectly. A must try if you want to get off property from a hotel.
4. Coconut Grove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 330 reviews
Beach side restaurant built in a large Tiki hut with tropical decor, high end cuisine and the only wine cellar on the island. The views of St Kitts and the Caribbean sea as well as the building are exceptional with a relaxed feeling while the food and wine are superior. This is not a beach bar but a high end restaurant on the beach. Added 6/18/2017 at the suggestion of guests...early and late season we tend to close on Saturdays, Reservations or calling to confirm hours is advised.
Reviewed By rkyme - Bath, United Kingdom
Loved the building and the quality of service went hand in hand with the food, what's not to like ? Unfortunately the mosquitos which is no fault of what is a fabulous resturant because it was the perfect setting. The openness of the architecture does much to set the resturant apart from all others, but the down side is unfortunate.
We had a mix of the dishes and all were very good, in fact one of the best meals we had enjoyed on Nevis accompanied by a wide choice of wines.
Thank you for a great night out.
5. Double Deuce
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By amphitryon - Toronto, Canada
A very good alternative to Sunshine's if you are after truly ''local flavour''. Prompt and friendly service, excellent selection of sea-food choices among others, and a truly enjoyable Pumpkin soup for soup lovers! All this reasonably priced, promptly delivered to your table and if you hang around for their Thursday karaoke night, you could be in for some fun. A ''must'' if you visit Pinney's Beach!
6. Yachtsman Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 436 reviews
Located on pristine beachfront with uncluttered and spectacular views of St. Kitts. Open daily for lunch and dinner 12pm-9pm. Located only minutes from the Four Seasons. Certified Black Angus Steaks, fresh lobster, fresh seafood and pasta and thin crust pizza oven using only the highest quality tomatoes for our sauce and toppings. Enjoy an extensive selection of wines by the glass or by the bottle and specialty drinks and cocktails always available. Relax in comfortable beach lounge chairs with umbrellas available daily. You'll find our friendly and attentive staff eager to serve you.
Reviewed By amphitryon - Toronto, Canada
While we really found excellent cuisine in this part of the island, the Yachtsman Grill was able to set itself apart from other places through two key items: a great wine cellar and the ability to provide tables for two in equally ''good locations'' throughout the dining area.
Many places (I note from recent experience Bananas here), will put tables for two into the ''sidelines'' of the dining areas; others will allow two to sit on tables for four, which is also fine, but the Yachtsman Grill has managed to have tables for two in equally ''prime locations'' throughout their dining room: kudos for them!!
When the range of the meny plus the quality of food is comparable to your competitor's, a place needs that little extra to set itself apart. The Yachtsman Grill has achieved this.
7. Bella Vista Restaurant @ The Mount Nevis Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By Steve P - Stuart, Florida
We found ourselves without a car upon arrival on St. Kitts and after settling on Nevis found this place within walking distance. Great breakfast and dinner entrees. The grilled lobster was the best I had all week. The outdoor dining area is fantastic. The service was very good and the kitchen was efficient. The manager was very friendly and helpful with finding us a car the following day. The property is well maintained and even though we didn't stay on property, we would definitely stay there.
8. Lime Beach Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
Reviewed By RoadLessTraveledMD - Cordova, Maryland
Stopped here after a tour of the island. The beer is good and cold and the staff were very friendly. My wife and I both had grouper served with rice and coleslaw. It was excellent. How can anything be better than cold beer, good food,...MoreThank you!
9. Riviere House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By PatsyCline - Ottawa
All of the food was excellent and reasonable. The conch chowder was wonderful. There was also lots of room to park your car.
10. Mango Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 291 reviews
Reviewed By Carscott - North Carolina
A surprising realization is that Mangos serves the best burger on Nevis. Located next to the Four Seasons resort don't let that scare you away. It's right on the beach with lovely views, comfortable Seating, and even a steel drum band on Sunday brunch. The burger was well prepared with just the right spices, well cooked at medium, and one of the best surprises of the week. When coupled with the bottomless mango mimosas (for $18), this was a pleasant brunch meal on our Sunday in Nevis. Since one mimosa is $12 it was a no brainer to have a pitcher for $18. Enjoy a few hours beachside with a burger and drinks!
