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Enjoy the Caribbean like a local at the 10 best beach bars
Best Caribbean Beach Bar (2024)
There are countless places to sip the day away in the Caribbean, and it might even be the beach bar capital of the world.
With so many inviting bars scattered across gorgeous coastlines, we set out to find the best spots for enjoying a drink with your toes in the sand by asking a panel of Caribbean travel experts to nominate their favorite beach bars throughout the region. Then, readers voted for their top picks to decide the winners.
Here are the 10 best beach bars in the Caribbean.
- Sunset Beach Bar SXM - Simpson Bay, St. Maarten
- Sunshine's Beach Bar & Grill - Charlestown, St. Kitts and Nevis
- Da Conch Shack - Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
- Isles Bay Beach Bar - Garibaldi Hill, Montserrat
- The Naked Fisherman - Smugglers Cove, Cap Estate, St. Lucia
- Esther's Bar - Grand Anse Beach, Grenada
- Hendo's Hideout - Jost van Dyke, British Virgin Islands
- SunShine Shack - Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla
- Elvis' Beach Bar - Anguilla
- Soggy Dollar Bar - Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands
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No. 10:
Sipping a rummy Painkiller as you watch airplanes taking off and landing at Princess Juliana International Airport will cure any reality angst you accidentally packed. Besides basking in the sun on the beach and soaking away life's worries in the sea, the bar also offers a swimming pool and shopping opportunities to further your relaxation.
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No. 9:
For over 25 years, Sunshine’s Beach Bar & Grill has offered authentic Caribbean cuisine at Pinney’s Beach in Nevis. Utilizing the freshest local catch, enjoy their grilled lobster, fish, and shrimp, or indulge in succulent ribs, BBQ chicken, burgers, and steaks. Sunshine’s is also home to a world-famous Killer Bee cocktail.
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No. 8:
Da Conch Shack, situated on the island of Providenciales, specializes in conch, but other fresh seafood dishes include lobster, snapper, and tuna. Non-seafood enthusiasts can chow down on fiery jerk chicken at this delightfully casual beach bar. Visitors also enjoy live music on Wednesdays and weekends.
Photo courtesy of Isles bay beach bar
No. 7:
Enjoy the cool Montserrat trade winds at this beach hangout. Sit on the veranda decorated with fairy lights and soak up the tranquility and beauty of nature while satisfying your food cravings with grilled seafood, burgers, salads, pizza, and chicken. Sip a cocktail or choose from the bar’s rum selection — and be sure to save room for the Guinness brownie with ice cream.
Photo courtesy of The Naked Fisherman
No. 6:
Tucked into an intimate cove at Cap Maison, The Naked Fisherman is a wonderful respite for snorkeling or lounging on powdery sands. Dive into some local seafood at the restaurant and wash it all down with a chilled local beer.
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No. 5:
Known as “the best little bar on the beach where service is always a pleasure,” and located in the Grand Anse Craft and Spice Market, Esther’s Bar is a must-visit spot for fabulous cocktails and an inviting atmosphere. Known for their drinks, such as mojitos, rum punch, and daiquiris, visitors enjoy the expansive beverage menu and fun and lively vibe.
Photo courtesy of Hendo's Hideout
No. 4:
Tropical cocktails and fresh seafood await at Hendo's Hideout, a beach bar along White Bay on Jost Van Dyke. Local ingredients are featured in their Caribbean menu that can be enjoyed at lunch each day, as well as dinner on Wednesday through Saturay. Don’t leave without sipping the bar’s signature Delirious Donkey cocktail, described as "a distant cousin to the Moscow mule."
Photo courtesy of SunShine Shack
No. 3:
This beach bar on Rendezvous Bay is known for its rum punch, coconut-infused cocktails, and barbecue, fresh from the grill and served with a side of Garvey’s Awesome Sauce. The atmosphere at SunShine Shack is decidedly casual, with plastic chairs right in the sand.
Photo courtesy of Brett Fetterolf
No. 2:
Locals mingle with tourists at this toes-in-the-sand watering hole in Sandy Ground, popular for afternoon cocktails and late-night partying. Those who've danced up an appetite can sink their teeth into fish tacos or jumbo wings, said to be some of the best on the island.
Photo courtesy of Soggy Dollar
No. 1:
The Soggy Dollar on Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands is known for creating the Painkiller, a rum cocktail featuring cream of coconut, pineapple, orange juice, and fresh grated Grenadian nutmeg. Enjoy sipping on one as you look out over the beautiful turquoise water and bask in the warmth of the Caribbean sun.
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The Experts
Melanie Reffes
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in... Read More
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in Manhattan, she now lives on the sunny island of Montreal and covers the Caribbean for a variety of publications including USA TODAY 10Best, CaribbeanTravel.com and MarryCaribbean.com. A journalist with a boatload of writer awards under her belt, Melanie's affection for the Caribbean started young when her family vacationed in Puerto Rico. An avid fan of spicy food, Melanie enjoys the diversity of Montreal - especially during the warmer months -when she's not en route to the Caribbean. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto.
Melanie Reffes
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in Manhattan, she now lives on the sunny island of Montreal and covers the Caribbean for a variety of publications including USA TODAY 10Best, CaribbeanTravel.com and MarryCaribbean.com. A journalist with a boatload of writer awards under her belt, Melanie's affection for the Caribbean started young when her family vacationed in Puerto Rico. An avid fan of spicy food, Melanie enjoys the diversity of Montreal - especially during the warmer months -when she's not en route to the Caribbean. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto.
Sharon Nolan
Sharon is a native to the Philadelphia area, but... Read More
Sharon is a native to the Philadelphia area, but loves to wander from its familiar borders. She has traveled to more than 30 countries, trekked five continents, ventured out with family, friends and on solo trips and tackled numerous adventures that were both in and well out of her comfort zone. When she's not traveling, you may find her out on her bicycle on the local roads and trails dreaming up her next adventure. Her other works can be found at AAA The Extra Mile, Trekaroo.com, FWT Magazine, NJ Family and a variety of other online publications.
Sharon Nolan
Sharon is a native to the Philadelphia area, but loves to wander from its familiar borders. She has traveled to more than 30 countries, trekked five continents, ventured out with family, friends and on solo trips and tackled numerous adventures that were both in and well out of her comfort zone. When she's not traveling, you may find her out on her bicycle on the local roads and trails dreaming up her next adventure. Her other works can be found at AAA The Extra Mile, Trekaroo.com, FWT Magazine, NJ Family and a variety of other online publications.
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