Boutique hotels
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Hermitage Bay
- Style
- Asian-inspired Caribbean cottages
- Setting
- Secluded Antigua bay
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Inn at English Harbour
- Style
- Coastal colonial class
- Setting
- Historic West Indies harbour
Antigua & Barbuda Eating, drinking and dancing
Restaurants
(+1 268 484 0000)
East
For a special-occasion experience that is anything but traditionally Antiguan, East gives award-winning eastern-cuisine eateries in New York or London a run for their money. Order a banquet of tapas-style servings of Japanese delicacies through to Thai classics in this ruby-hued minimalist indoor restaurant.
Carlisle Bay Hotel, Carlisle Bay, Old Road, St Mary's
(+1 268 460 4120)
Harmony Hall
Delicious Italian-influenced cuisine with added tastes of the Caribbean combined with an excellent wine list and superb views of Nonsuch Bay. A fantastic option if you want an informal meal. Ask for a table closest to the view and book in advance for Friday and Saturdays.
Brown's Bay, Near Freetown, Antigua
(+1 268 484 0000)
Indigo
Set in a fabulous design hotel, Indigo serves excellent international cuisine right on the beach inches from the water. The fresh fish, meat, salad and seafood are well worth a taxi ride.
Carlisle Bay Hotel, Carlisle Bay, Old Road, St Mary's
(+1 268 562 2400)
Sheer
Set right on a vertiginous cliff, Sheer certainly lives up to the name. You couldn’t find a more romantic setting for imaginative gourmet dining: billowing white muslin curtains, ocean as far as you can see.
Cocobay Hotel, Jolly Beach, Antigua
(+1 268 462 3881)
The Bistro
Considered by many as the best restaurant on the island, this elegant eaterie promises classic French food in a delightful setting; if you’re in the mood to get dressed up, this is the place to bookmark
Hodges Bay, St John's, Antigua
(+1 268 562 2683)
The Cove
A slick contemporary colonial restaurant with a constantly evolving menu (foie gras to sashimi and perfectly cooked steak). Great for a romantic meal and a couple of serious dirty martinis served at the bar. Ask for a table on the terrace, overlooking the ocean.
Boons Point, Soldiers Bay, St John’s, Antigua
(+1 268 480 6800)
The Pavilion
Thanks to resident chef, Andrew Knoll, this restaurant is verging on a Michelin-star and has become a destination for a real gastronomic experience.
7 Pavilion Drive, Coolidge, Antigua
WaMoniz
A great owner-run little pink front room in Barbuda – by far the best place to go in the evenings for a bit of local flavour. It’s got a really welcoming atmosphere and will be full of locals and tourists in equal measure.
Bars
(+1 268 460 2701)
Abracadabra
It may be a little rustic looking, but this place rocks to a soundtrack from national and international DJs and musicians.
Dockyard Drive, English Harbour, Antigua
(+1 268 460 7025)
C&C Wine Bar
A really cute little informal wine bar to stop off for a glass of chilled rosé.
Redcliffe Quay, St John’s, Antigua
(+1 268 562 6278)
Coast
One of the best places on the island for partying into the wee hours and excellent local live bands. A favourite of locals and tourist alike. And there’s always the casino next door…
Heritage Quay, St John’s, Antigua
Cafés
(+1 268 562 1820)
Napoleon Café
A popular spot to eat pasta, salads or burgers in the capital after a shopping trip. Sit and relax under the shade of the trees in their courtyard.
Redcliffe Quay, St John’s, Antigua
The Spot Café and Rum Shack
A great place to hang out and watch some seriously impressive cruise liners roll in. Great for rum punch and reggae.
Redcliffe Quay, St John’s, Antigua
