Dining in Anguilla
 

Can anyone recommend some restaurants in Anguilla? I am looking for the following:

-Best food
-Most romantic
-Most fun
-Best cheap eat
-Best to experience the local culture
-I will be staying at Cap Jaluca, so recommedations at this resort would be helpful as well.

Thank you.

If this is not the best place to post these questions, please let me know.

Welcome to Flyertalk!

While I've never been to Anguilla I really enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it to you in advance of your trip:

A Trip to the Beach : Living on Island Time in the Caribbean
by Melinda and Robert Blanchard

The authors write about their experiences moving to Anguilla from Vermont, living on Anguilla and adjusting to island life and opening up a fine dining restaurant called "Blanchards".

Read the book then eat at the restaurant!
http://www.frommers.com/destinations...la/D39740.html

Anguilla is a favorite destination for me and the Mrs. We've been 4 times in the past 3 years and were married there.


Best food -- Blanchard's -- see the above post. Great restaurant and food. DO NOT MISS THIS RESTAURANT. Blanchard's is the best on the island. We held our rehearsal dinner there. Mango's has also gotten some great reviews. And Oliver's has good food and a cool atmosphere.

Most Romantic -- I enjoy the restaurant at Malliouhana (not cheap, but great winelist and elegant atmosphere)

Most fun-- rent a car and drive to the other side of the island on Sunday afternoon and goto Elodia's Beach Bar -- $2 red stripe or carib and great reggae music.

Best cheap eat -- see above (Elodia's) or try Tasty's (especially for lunch), or try Flavors for dinner.

Best to experience the local culture -- Try Dune Preserve Beach bar and hang out when Bankie Banx (the owner) is playing music. He is an incredible musician.

I think the food at Cap Juluca and CuisinArt are ok -- not great especially the dinners. Goto CuisinArt Resort and eat lunch at Mediteranneo (poolside) -- great lunches.

You might consider renting a car -- taxis are very expensive. I enjoyed cruising the island. Driving is on the left side of the road; however, the cars are driven from the left (like in the USA). There are only 2 lane roads and the pace is pretty slow. The locals are very friendly. Enjoy your trip. PM me if you want more info.

Thank you very much. I really appreciate your suggestions. :)

jrob -- when do you leave? I'm jealous! :D