Bahamas » Dining in Nassau

The expenditure of dining in The Bahamas, as in many of the Caribbean islands, can be to some extent expensive. Travelers should have no problem finding moderately priced meals but are reminded that local specialties such as grouper, conch, and "peas ‘and' rice" will be more affordable, as they are more readily available on the islands.

Diners who have a preference of a very casual dining experience may be interested in the small local restaurants that have a somewhat limited menu. These can be a great chance to take a trial of the most authentic local fare, and an average meal costing less than $20(USD) per person. Meals at fast food places will charge around $10(USD). The expenditure of dining in a mid-range restaurant will normally be between $25(USD) and $40(USD).

Famous Local Cuisine

• Conch (pronounced as Konk), large type of ocean mollusk that has firm, white, peach-fringed meat. The conch meat is scored with a knife, and lime juice and spices are sprinkled over the meat.
• Cracked Conch, Deep Fried version of Conch.
• Rock Lobster, it is a spiny variety without claws that is served broiled, minced or used in salads.
• Boiled Fish served with grits (popular brunch).
• Stew Fish, made with celery, onions, tomatoes and various spices.
• Other delicacies include boiled or baked land crabs, which can be seen, before they are cooked, running from corner to corner on the roads after dark.

Beverages

Both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks are a extremely developed specialty in The Islands Of The Bahamas;
Some of them are:

• Kalik (Beer of the Islands of Bahamas), is unusually light and wheaty, served well-chilled to wash down the day's heat.
• Coconut Water blended with sweet milk and gin, known as the Bahamian refresher of choice.
• Switcher, made with native limes.
• The “Bahama Mama”, is the Island's signature cocktail.

Famous Restaurants

DUNE

Ocean Club Dr,
One & Only Ocean Club,
Paradise Island, Bahamas

Details:
Hours: Daily 7am-9:30pm
Price: Average Main Course Price: BSD 50.00
Cuisine: Asian, European, French
Ambiance: Elegant, Great View, Outdoor Dining, Waterside
Alcohol Served: Beer, Liquor, Wine
Telephone: (242) 363 2501
Website: http://www.oneandonlyresorts.com/flash.html

NOBU

Atlantis Resort –Casino,
Paradise Island, Bahamas

Details:
Hours: Daily 5:30pm-10:30pm
Price: Average Main Course Price: BSD 60.00
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Ambiance: Elegant
Alcohol Served: Beer, Liquor, Wine
Telephone: (242) 363-3000
Website: http://www.atlantis.com/

SUN AND…

Lakeview Dr,
Nassau, Bahamas

Details:
Hours: Oct - Jul Tue-Sun 6:30pm-10pm
Price: Average Main Course Price: BSD 40.00
Cuisine: Continental
Ambiance: Elegant, Outdoor Dining, Romantic
Alcohol Served: Beer, Liquor, Wine
Telephone: (242) 393-1205
Website: http://www.sun-and.com/

RISTORANTE VILLAGGIO

W Bay St, Caves Village,
Bahamas

Details:
Hours: Tue-Sat 6pm-11pm
Price: Average Main Course Price: BSD 60.00
Cuisine: European, Italian
Ambiance: Elegant, Intimate, Outdoor Dining, Romantic
Alcohol Served: Beer, Liquor, Wine
Telephone: (242) 327-0965
Website: http://www.villaggiorestaurant.com/