FLAIR Restaurant & Bar (Woodbrook, Trinidad)
International / Vegetarian/Vegan Options / Woodbrook

FLAIR Restaurant & Bar (Woodbrook, Trinidad)


Open for lunch and dinner, FLAIR RESTAURANT & BAR is breath of fresh air on the Woodbrook dining scene with its large windows, friendly service and well-executed dishes. We recently dropped by for FLAIR’s prix fixe lunch and loved it (we’re total suckers for prix fixe meals).  This lunch combines a buffet of a soup … Continue reading »

Late Night Hours / Sushi / Vegetarian/Vegan Options / Woodbrook

MORE VINO (Woodbrook, Trinidad)


Cuisine – Wine Bar; International Serving – Lunch; Dinner Hours - Monday – Wednesday: 11am-12 midnight (Sushi 10:45pm close; Bar 11:30pm) ; Thursday – Saturday: 11am-1am (Sushi 11:45pm close; Bar 12:30pm) Features - Full service; Full bar; Outdoor seating available Good to Know - Ladies Night is on Thursdays, 6pm-9pm: “Excellent premium cocktails with a free round for every group … Continue reading »

THE PASTA GALLERY (Crown Point,Tobago)
Gluten Free Menu Options / Italian / Tobago / Vegetarian/Vegan Options

THE PASTA GALLERY (Crown Point,Tobago)


Located in Crown Point, THE PASTA GALLERY is a welcome addition to Tobago’s dining scene serving up hearty Italian pasta dishes. The restaurant is a colorful ode to minimalism, warmed up with yellow, green and purple washed walls and handmade furniture.  All this colour is beautifully punctuated by the original paintings and drawings of local professional artists, Rachael Heusner … Continue reading »

ROSSCO’S (Woodbrook, Trinidad)
Open on Sundays / Vegetarian/Vegan Options / Woodbrook

ROSSCO’S (Woodbrook, Trinidad)


ROSSCO’S specializes in gourmet burgers made from 100 percent Angus beef like the Get me to the Greek burger with feta cheese, fresh basil, black olives, tomato and balsamic vinegar and the French Kiss burger with blue cheese, onions and in a red wine reduction. ROSSCO’S also offers salmon, chicken, turkey and veggie burgers along with sides like traditional potato fries, sweet … Continue reading »

GHAZAL, THE INDIAN GRILL HOUSE (Woodbrook, Trinidad)
Indian / Party/Private Rooms / Vegetarian/Vegan Options / Woodbrook

GHAZAL, THE INDIAN GRILL HOUSE (Woodbrook, Trinidad)


GHAZAL, THE INDIAN GRILL HOUSE is a charming restaurant in the heart of Woodbrook’s culinary scene, turning out authentic Indian cuisine. As you step through GHAZAL’s elaborately carved doors and climb the stairs, you have an inkling that you’re in for a special experience. GHAZAL’s secret weapon is its mastery of Indian spices, creating a veritable feast for … Continue reading »

CAFFE DEL MARE (Chaguaramas, Trinidad)
Bakery/Pastries / Chaguaramas / International / Kids Menu / Open on Sundays / Tea Service

CAFFE DEL MARE (Chaguaramas, Trinidad)


With a great marina view and stylish interior, CAFFE DEL MARE is an ideal spot to grab a light meal, dessert and coffee. Unwind here on a Sunday afternoon with coffee and pastries, and of course the Sunday newspapers, which are plentiful and include international newspapers like The New York Times and The Telegraph. CAFFE DEL MARE serves … Continue reading »

Couva / International / Late Night Hours / Open on Sundays / Party/Private Rooms

J-ZZ’s INTERNATIONAL STEAK HOUSE (Couva, Trinidad)


J-ZZ’s International Steak House opened in Couva in November 2011 and serves steak, seafood, pastas and international cuisine. Cuisine - International Serving – Lunch, Dinner Hours – Monday-Friday: 11am – 12 midnight; Saturday & Sunday: 11am – 4pm Features – Full service; Full bar; Conferencing facilities. Address/Phone/Facebook Page – Corner of Gibbs Street & Southern Main Road, … Continue reading »

Delivery Service (Limited) / Food Makers

7 Questions for a Local Food Artisan: DEL MANO’s Stefan Grosberg

When someone says “pesto,” do you think of shadon beni or just basil? Thankfully, DEL MANO thought beyond basil and created a line of pestos in seven bold yet familiar flavours – Shadon Beni, Roasted Melongene, Tarragon Parsley, Basil Caper & Mint, Watercress Feta, Sweet Pepper and Basil Pesto. Today, we interview the man behind the … Continue reading »

SALSA KITCHEN TAPAS RESTAURANT (Scarborough, Tobago)
International / Open on Sundays / Tobago

SALSA KITCHEN TAPAS RESTAURANT (Scarborough, Tobago)


SALSA KITCHEN offers up a unique menu in Tobago — Caribbean-inspired tapas, which translate into small plates with great tastes. Co-owner/chef, Paula O’Neill turns out well-executed small plates like the Seafood Ajillo - shrimp, squid & fish in garlic & parsley; Minted Pork – strips of sizzling pork in a sweet & spicy mint sauce; Lamb Caribbean – grilled saddle of lamb … Continue reading »

Delivery Service (Limited) / Free Wi-Fi / Halal Menu Items / Late Night Hours / Open on Sundays / Port of Spain / Vegetarian/Vegan Options

Pollo Tropical (Port of Spain, Trinidad)


POLLO TROPICAL has ‘reached’ Trinidad, and we think it’s a decent choice for an inexpensive quick meal and the sauces are delish! Cuisine - Chicken, Fish, Steak, Pork and Sides of Carbs & Veggies Serving - Lunch & Dinner, Sunday – Thursday: 10:30am – 11pm Features - Counter Service; Large seating area; Outdoor seating is available; Drive-through; Delivery service. Good to Know - … Continue reading »

PÊCHE PÂTISSERIE (Port of Spain, Trinidad)
Bakery/Pastries / Brunch / French / Halal Menu Items / Port of Spain / Tea Service

PÊCHE PÂTISSERIE (Port of Spain, Trinidad)


As a nation of bread lovers, Trinidad’s PÊCHE PÂTISSERIE holds a special place in our hearts (and bellies). Pêche Pâtisserie produces superb artisan breads, pastries and desserts, including irresistible croissants, palmiers, danishes, éclairs, tarts, crème brûlée, tiramisu, petit fours, verrines and quiche.  (We adore the pain aux chocolat, plain crossaints and pain aux raisin.)   … Continue reading »

DE BOSS…AH SOUP (Canaan & Scarborough Tobago & Arima & Port of Spain,Trinidad)
Caribbean/Creole / Open on Sundays / Port of Spain / Soup / Tobago / Vegetarian/Vegan Options

DE BOSS…AH SOUP (Canaan & Scarborough Tobago & Arima & Port of Spain,Trinidad)


Courtesy, De Boss Ah Soup Ahhh soup in the tropics, and no place does it like DE BOSS…AH SOUP with a menu of ‘yuh’ favourites – fish broth, cow heel, pigtail, chicken, vegetarian and corn soups. The Guardian says [Richard] “Quamina’s new venture can give your tastebuds what they’ve been crying out for…homemade soup made using the freshest … Continue reading »

International / Late Night Hours / Open on Sundays / Tobago

ART CAFE (Lowlands, Tobago) – CLOSED


The ART CAFE offers a satisfying affordable menu of pastas and crepes (all crepe menu items are actually two crepes) . Classic pasta dishes include the Seafood Pasta (fettuccine w/clams, mussels, etc. in a white wine & cream sauce) and Chicken Pasta – spaghetti tossed w/chicken & green chile flakes. Speckled with herbs, the cafe’s … Continue reading »

CIAO CAFE (Scarborough, Tobago)
Coffeehouse / Ice Cream/Gelato/Sorbet / Italian / Late Night Hours / Open on Sundays / Party/Private Rooms / Tobago

CIAO CAFE (Scarborough, Tobago)


Located a stone’s throw from the port in Scarborough (Tobago), CIAO CAFE offers up pasta entrees, sandwiches and salads. CIAO’s food is a good-value (and a tasty break from local Creole-style food).  For us, the authentic gelato is the star here, housemade in flavours like intense Blueberry (made with fresh blueberries), decadent Tiramisu, and a boozy Wine & … Continue reading »