Where to Eat in Nassau: The Best Restaurants and Bars

February 18, 2018 Leida Jutras

Nassau teems with Bahamian and British flavor. The capital city of the Bahamas boasts miles of spectacular beaches and stretches of vivid coral reefs perfect for snorkeling. Shop, dine, and sightsee, particularly along busy Bay Street, or if you're a James Bond fan, visit the British Colonial Hotel, which was used as a filming location for two of the Sean Connery-era movies. Visit during the famed Junkanoo Festival to experience a high-energy parade of spectacularly costumed dancers.
Things to do in Nassau

1. Cafe Matisse

Bank Lane, Nassau, New Providence Island Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$196 - HK$785 +1 242-356-7012
Excellent
74%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Cafe Matisse

Reviewed By jhwwre - Tampa, Florida, USA

Great food in a pleasant garden setting. Eat outside if the weather is nice. The pasta with favs beans was delicious. Limited, expensive wine list. Good service.

2. Athena Cafe & Bar

Bay & Charlotte Street, Down Town, Nassau, Nassau, New Providence Island Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards Mediterranean, European, Greek, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Drinks, Lunch, Brunch HK$78 - HK$298 +1 242-326-1296
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 770 reviews

Athena Cafe & Bar

Located in the heart of downtown Bay Street, Athena cafe offers the authentic greek cuisine with a Bahamian flare. Not only you can find the traditional greek favorites here but also Bahamian delicacies such as conch, snapper, grouper and lobster! We are a true, family operated business that want everyone to feel like family as soon as they enter. Have a choice to sit at our cosy bar, our air conditioned dining room or the lively verandah.

Reviewed By Kathleen E - Lodi, New Jersey, United States

On our most recent cruise to Nassau, Bahamas in February, we made definite plans to visit Athena Cafe for lunch on our return to the ship......the location is very close to the port....and we had a delightful time......excellent food/servers and most importantly, excellent hospitality from the owners.....we will be back again!!!!!!!!!!! E'xochos!!!!!!!!

3. Bahamian Cookin' Restaurant & Bar

Trinity Place | Downtown opp.The Central Bank of the Bahamas, Nassau, New Providence Island (Formerly Bahamian Kitchen) Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards Caribbean, Bahamian, Seafood, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Brunch, Dinner HK$31 - HK$314 +1 242-328-0334
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 349 reviews

Bahamian Cookin' Restaurant & Bar

Bahamian Cookin Restaurant & Bar is Nassau's oldest Bahamian Restaurant,specializing in authentic Bahamian Cuisine.Owned and operated by 3 generations of Bahamian women, this local establishment has been providing Bahamians and tourists with flavorful Bahamian Cuisine for over 29 years.

Reviewed By RetiredTanker - Titusville, Florida

My son wanted to eat like the locals so we saw their sign on Bay St and followed it to the restaurant. First impression when you walk in is that this is no chain restaurant. Nothing fancy here. But oh was the food so food! The wait staff were so nice to us and accommodated us.

4. Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant & Bar

Henrea Carlette Plaza-West Bay St | Cable Beach, Nassau 00000, New Providence Island Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Delivery, Accepts Credit Cards Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Late Night HK$78 - HK$196 +1 242-327-7805
Excellent
61%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 199 reviews

Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant & Bar

Located in the heart of Cable Beach on West Bay Street, Wok N Roll Chinese Restaurant and Bar is tucked away in the back of the Henrea Carlette Plaza near the Swiss Pastry Shop and within walking distance from the hotels on the Cable Beach strip. Experience delicious oriental cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and friendly service in an intimate setting. Happy Hour Specials Daily!

Reviewed By JPGarman - Baltimore, Maryland

The food, atmosphere, and staff were outstanding. The restaurant is tucked in the corner of a building complex near the Baha Mar. If you want outstanding food be sure to make the effort to find it! Best conch fritters and crab rangoon I've ever had.

5. Euro-Tandoor Restaurant

6 Charbay Plaza, Charlotte Street North | 6, Charbay Plaza, Charlotte Street North, Nassau, New Providence Island Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Full Bar Indian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Brunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks +1 242-328-4360
Excellent
68%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 172 reviews

Euro-Tandoor Restaurant

Reviewed By Ziyaad D

The food was great and so was the owner who had a family run business...it was just great, friendly and the vibe was also good as the host was very interactive with the customer... recommend the butter naan and also the Chana masala as well as the okra

6. Tiki Bikini Hut

Junkanoo Beach, Nassau, New Providence Island Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Caribbean, Bar, Bahamian Drinks +1 242-557-0225
Excellent
66%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 274 reviews

Tiki Bikini Hut

Reviewed By MAJonTour - Whistler, Canada

We went here because we saw it on TripAdvisor and the reviews were good. Looking at the beach, the cruise liner across it is understandable that it caters to day visitors and to volume, which isn't bad at all but also understandable that quality and the hope for something "special" rather gets compromised for easy food which is able to be prepared fast. The menu is pretty big and you have a lot to choose from but at the end, the flavours are not as good as experienced at other places with less volume. The food comes out as it becomes ready, again nothing bad about that but lots of the fried food is very fatty, as of, the oil wasn't hot enough and the food just get drenched in fat. So you find the "typical" dishes but again, it gives you an idea of what it could be but there are other places much better. You pay prime location prices for less prime food options, therefore I wouldn't recommend this place to the ones having more than half a day time to explore Nassau and the amazing flavours you can find here.

7. Sapodilla

West Bay Street | Half Mile East of Caves Point, Nassau, New Providence Island Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Caribbean, Seafood, European, Bahamian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night HK$392 - HK$785 +1 242-327-0611
Excellent
79%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 284 reviews

Sapodilla

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Reviewed By MSRcpa - Carmel, Indiana

Be prepared to be amazed!
It started with James picking us up at our hotel for our free ride to the restaurant. He was great. We were greeted warmly and invited to have a drink in the lounge while our table was made ready for us. The servers are warm, friendly, helpful and willing to accommodate any allergies you may have. Food presentation is very pleasing. One of the best meals we have had anywhere!
You will not be disappointed!

8. Dali modernistic Tapas

Navy Lion Road | Hilton Hotel Towards Pompey Square, Nassau, New Providence Island Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards Latin, Seafood, Spanish, Bahamian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night HK$24 - HK$196 +1 242-698-2008
Excellent
72%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 372 reviews

Dali modernistic Tapas

Authentic Spanish Tapas, lunch and dinner

Reviewed By Jennifer K - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Last January I visited Nassau again, this time with friends. It was wonderful to see chef Werner and his crew again. Of course I had paella, my favourite dish. My friend had a steak, cooked to perfection. We came back twice and we loved every minute of it. Thanks Werner, I hope to be back soon.

9. Daiquiri Shack

14995 Gulf Boulevard, Nassau, New Providence Island Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Takeout Drinks +1 727-393-2706
Excellent
84%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 108 reviews

Daiquiri Shack

Reviewed By SamCarlWoz - Los Angeles, California

I walked here while staying at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar (3 min walk out a side exit). Great little spot with music playing and locals hanging out. $10 got me a large (and strong) strawberry/banana daiquiri. It was great and loaded with fresh fruit, not syrup. Unfortunately the kitchen was closed because the cook was out of town for the holidays, but I've heard the food is very good as well. Definitely a quick spot to check out if you are close by.

10. Lukka Kairi Restaurant and Bar

Prince George Wharf | Oceanfront, Beside Senor Frogs 5 Mins From Cruise Ships, Nassau 12345, New Providence Island Seating, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards Caribbean, Bar, Seafood, Bahamian, International, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Lunch, Brunch, Dinner HK$78 - HK$235 +1 242-427-8886
Excellent
64%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1 reviews

Lukka Kairi Restaurant and Bar

Lukka Kairi means "People of the Islands" Your authentic Bahamian Dining Adventure starts with authentic Bahamian Dishes and an ambience that truly shows the culture of the Bahamian People. Unique "Theatre in the Round seating" and Open Kitchen has the effect of table side chefs. Local farmers and fisherman supply fresh seafood and dining items and the aroma of the kitchen alone will put a spell on you. Amazing servers are also performers so you'll be super entertained with live junkanoo, limbo, dancing and more in addition to the amazing food and drinks. Our menu offers creativity and allows you to choose a combination of small plates so you can try so many tasty flavors. Sharing with your dining mates is definitely encouraged and rotating table server makes it easy and fun. Fresh Conch, Lobster, Grouper, are just a few of our authentic Bahamian specialities that your party MUST try. You'll have to stop in and get your "catch". We're conveniently located in downtown Nassau on Princes George Wharf right on the water, 50 yards from Senor Frogs. The minute you walk in you will notice the vibrant, colorful decor. You will feel the energy through the art on the walls created by local craftsman and artists. We welcome you to have a seat at the bar on one of our custom-made stools made from the indigenous wood of the area. You can sip on a cocktail and enjoy the entertainment on stage or eat in our buzzing dining room as you enjoy the views of the ocean and beautiful fish swimming in our huge aquarium. At Lukka Kairi you can walk up and say hi to the chefs and check out their meticulous preparation of your meals. Watch and listen to the sound of conch shells being cracked for fresh conch salad and conch fritters. The knowledgeable staff will help you maneuver through the menu. We offer countless delicious options of fresh Bahamian flavors all designed for the most unforgettable dining experience you'll have in Nassau. Lukka Kairi restaurant is a place where you can experience history and culture through food. Make a point to put us on your schedule, you will not be disappointed! We want to share with you, the REAL Bahamas and the motto "EAT, DRINK, LIVE!"

Reviewed By csserious - Chantilly, Virginia

When in Nassau port, you can watch your cruise ship and all the tourist activities nearby when sipping a drink or eating lunch here. Located on second floor with unobstructed harbor view and super blue ocean, the restaurant well worth a visit. Their bar is extensive, customers can have whatever they like. I had a fruit punch, tasted very nice. Wish we had time for early dinner, but we had to hurry to our ship.

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