Located off the lobby of Tobago’s gorgeous Magdalena Grand Beach Resort, BENNE CAFE is our new favourite place to unwind and enjoy sweet treats and a cup of coffee or tea. This lovely gem of a cafe specializes in light fare including freshly-baked pastries, cookies, breads, and beverages. (See all our pics here!) BENNE CAFE’s extensive beverage menu offers smoothies (made … Continue reading »
Check out our five must-try restaurants in Tobago for breakfast! Our picks include the popular HOUSE OF PANCAKES, hidden gems like SYPS RESTAURANT, alongside a scenic buffet breakfast at the MAGDALENA GRAND RESORT. Breakfast is available at these places almost every day (including Saturdays and Sundays) and they offer a mix of international breakfast food … Continue reading »
JO JO’S CUISINE serves up local favourites like sada roti, fry bake, tomato choka, aloo pies, bake & salth fish for breakfast, while lunch specials include dhalpurie, buss up shot, curry duck, chicken, lamb and goat. Located in Tobago’s Shirvan Plaza shopping complex, JO JO’S restaurant offers a spacious bright dine-in area and take-out orders. (Meats … Continue reading »
Situated in Lowlands, CAFFE MIA offers Italian pasta dishes, sandwiches, soups and housemade desserts, along with a taste of England with its British-style Sunday roast. We stopped in to partake in this English traditional Sunday meal of roasted lamb, beef, pork or chicken with all the trimmings. A few minutes into CAFFE MIA’s golden half-roast … Continue reading »
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 »
With a daily menu that changes according to the catch of the day, Tobago’s FISH POT specializes in fresh fish and seafood, paired with outstanding sides. Not surprisingly, the fish entrees are superb and include grilled, pan-fried or jerked fish (grouper, mahi mahi, yellowfin tuna, cavalli, etc.) served with a side of salad, potato wedges or … Continue reading »
Perched at the top of Scarborough with a distant sea view, the BLUE CRAB RESTAURANT is the perfect antidote to lower Scarborough’s busy port area. Blue Crab serves a lovely daily lunch, popular with local bigwigs and office workers. We stopped by mid-week and were treated to a meal of perfectly grilled kingfish topped with a Creole tomato … Continue reading »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Venezuelan cuisine has finally arrived in Tobago by way of AREPAS VENEZOLANAS! Tucked into Buccoo Junction, this cozy restaurant serves arepas, empanadas, cachapas, pabellon criollo and other Venezuelan cuisine. After one visit, we’re addicted to the empanadas and arepas made from yellow and white corn respectively. As the hops (and cheese) of Venezuela, arepas are a staple … Continue reading »
Tobago’s SHORE THINGS CAFE is lovely seaside spot offering a tasty menu and the sights and sounds of the ocean and beautiful birds. The extensive menu includes sandwiches, salads, crepes, chili and pizzas, as well as housemade desserts like soursop ice cream, mango sorbet and a divine mocha cheesecake. Quench your thirst with tropical juices … Continue reading »
Bar Code’s the place to be in Tobago for great drinks, a lively bar scene, parties and concerts. Make sure you check Bar Code on Fridays for its delicious home-style lunch! Cuisine -International; Caribbean/Creole Serving – Lunch; Dinner Features – Full service; Full bar; Outdoor seating available. Good to Know – Don’t miss Friday’s lunch, it … Continue reading »
