Dining by the Water’s Edge is a wonderfully romantic experience in tropical Barbados. Here are some restaurants where you and your loved one can go in St. James to experience this romantic setting…
Fine Dining
Bajan Blue
Located on the lower terrace of the Sandy Lane Hotel, the Bajan Blue offers all day dining with a blend of European, Caribbean and Asian cuisine. Each Sunday, the chefs prepare a lunch buffet. Bajan Blue aptly caters to all tastes – from those who prefer something casual like pizza, to those who prefer the more elaborate fine dining meals such as seafood.
What they said:
…The service was excellent and the selection was also very good. I had the lunchtime BBQ and the meat and fish was great. They were also very good with the kids…Would definitely recommend this place for lunch. @Bigfishz
First off, you can’t beat the setting. The hotel is fabulous and provided a wonderful backdrop for the lovely lunch we had. The staff was incredible – very attentive, efficient, and so friendly. Having dined at many a restaurant in Barbados, I can say that this restaurant has the best customer service I have experienced on the island. The food was delicious, plentiful, and arrived promptly…I will definitely come here again! @A h
The Beach House Bar and Restaurant
Open daily for lunch and dinner, with live entertainment available on select nights, the beach house restaurant has an amazing 
beachfront setting with outdoor seating. The lunch buffet features West Indian cuisine, while the dinner menu blends the local dishes with a bit of Mediterranean cuisine.
What they said:
Perfect location, right on the Beach, with good atmosphere, good food & quick, friendly service, at a decent price. @Brutiffany
Ask for a table by the sea and enjoy the ambiance as well as the food. There weren’t many restaurants we went to twice in our fortnight’s stay, but this was one of them. Good food and good service. @Hilaryandray
Cin Cin by the Sea
Cin Cin by the sea offers al fresco (open air/outdoor) dining, with an air conditioned lounge bar for casual liming, complete with a beautiful view of the west coast of Barbados. Its specialty cuisine is Mediterranean but with a Caribbean twist. Serving both lunch and dinner, Cin Cin by the sea offers a dining experience not to be missed.
What they said:
I went with my wife 2 weeks ago…The whole place was stunning – the inside outside lounge/bar/dining areas – all designed to take advantage of the beautiful view over the sea crashing against the rocks. However, the best part is the outdoor dining terrace with a spectacular awning – must be an engineering masterpiece how it’s kept in place. The menu, food preparation and presentation was excellent, and the service and friendliness of staff score 10 out of 10. Top of the class. @Les H
We were overwhelmed by the beauty and location of the restaurant. The many shades of blue in the water mesmerized us. I ordered the three course lunch for $89…For dessert I had the best bread pudding I have ever had…The service was very professional. @Arvid O
The Cliff Restaurant
This is one of the most celebrity-frequented restaurants in Barbados. Set on a coral clifftop above a tiny cove in St. James, The Cliff has one of the best experiences of dining by the water’s edge on the island. The open air setting lit by Olympian style torches means that there is no such thing as a bad seat at this restaurant.
What they said:
The Cliff lived up to its reputation and delivered a superb meal from start to finish. The food, service and setting were just fantastic. I will most certainly be returning on my next visit to Barbados. @JulesFerd
Stunning views, so romantic and you are treated like royalty. It’s expensive but I believe you get what you pay for. We went for dinner during our honeymoon and we would love to go back one day. Just amazing 🙂 @K B
Coral Reef Club Restaurant
This restaurant, located at the Coral Reef Club, presents a lovely al fresco dining experience. The a la carte menu changes daily and the cuisine is a mixture of classical and Caribbean. Live entertainment is provided every evening during the winter months and five evenings each week during the summer. On Mondays, they host a West Indian/International buffet, and Thursday is Barbeque night.
What they said:
Six of us went to Coral Reef for their Thursday night BBQ Buffet….absolutely brilliant…..all kinds of fish including lobster, prawns and fresh fish…..fillet steaks, lamb chops and numerous other meats…great salads……and finally great deserts (too many I am afraid !!)…Excellent staff and atmosphere…can’t see us bettering the food and value for some time. @JohnboyOxon
We have dined at the Coral Reef a couple of times before, it never disappoints us. The bar staff are outstanding, food is top class, a buffet this time, great choice too. The Restaurant staff are courteous and very attentive plus live music for dinner, great duo, background music; thanks for a great evening. @Ray R
Daphne’s Restaurant
Also located on the West Coast is Daphne’s restaurant. It is known as one of Barbados’ most acclaimed restaurants, complete with a Zagat rating. Their specialty is Modern Italian cuisine, infused with island seafood. Daphne’s also hosts special weekly theme dinners such as Bajan Dinner beach buffet on Tuesday nights or Fisherman’s night on Fridays.
What they said:
Sophisticated West Coast restaurant combining up-market Italian cuisine with Caribbean touches. The food has delicacy and finesse, the service is attentive without being suffocating, and the atmosphere relaxed and relaxing. Not cheap, but highly recommended. @Phil M
The setting is perfect. It is relaxed but elegant and you are right on the beach. What a change from rainy old London – sipping a rum cocktail, eating delicious Italian food and hearing the lapping of waves on the beach. I am SO sad to be back in the UK! @Fulhamfamily
Il Tempio Restaurant
“The best Italian food in Barbados” were the words used by late opera sensation Luciano Pavortti to described this restaurant. Located on the West Coast, Il Tempio specializes in Italian cuisine and was reviewed in the New York Times as the as “an Italian experience not to be missed”. It is the ideal location for a romantic dinner for two.
What they said:
My particular dish was absolutely incredible. I had the asparagus and ricotta ravioli and I have never tasted anything like it! So many flavours. The pasta is all freshly cooked…Service was good and had a nice atmosphere. @Jinchbald
Il Tempio is on the beach at Fitts village, a perfect setting. The food was very good as was the service and I would definitely eat there again…@WESTBAY1665
Kathy’s Restaurant
Kathy’s Restaurant at the Treasure Beach Hotel is famous for its ability to use local produce to create new dishes, using a Mediterranean style to go with the Bajan flavor. The restaurant offers breakfast lunch and dinner, and every Friday, it relocates poolside for a Barbeque night.
What they said:
Wonderful staff. Marvellous food. A location on the edge of the most perfect beach that is to die for. @Pambie_8
We went to this restaurant for breakfast twice, dinner once and lunch twice. We loved it. Simple, quiet, delicious…we were thrilled with the food and location and view! @Wendykay12
The Lone Star Restaurant
This Restaurant is located directly by the water’s edge of the beautiful Lone Star Boutique Hotel. The cuisine is Italian, including pizza made from their woodfire oven and it also offers a wide variety of salads. Cocktails are also available at this lovely establishment and the well lit area is beautiful at night, especially with the setting sun nearby.
What they said:
We went twice; it was so nice, the food was great – beach front seats is a must. Cocktails are a must and the desserts are to die for. @andytudor46
The food, ambiance and setting all fabulous! Well worth a visit if you’re in Barbados. Service [was] very good…Bar area very nice. @davenmaz
The Palm Terrace Restaurant
Part of a wide variety of fine dining restaurants on the West Coast, the Palm Terrace Restaurant is quickly establishing itself as one of the most sought out venues for fine dining It is located at the Fairmont Royal Pavilion, and its open air setting offers a stunningly beautiful view. The menu features Caribbean style dishes, suitable for any taste. Also featured on the menu is a selection of tasty international wines. It is a nice location for hosting special occasions, whether an intimate family dinner to a romantic date for two and also provides live entertainment each night, showcasing local talent.
What they said:
The food was quite good, the ambience perfect for our first night at The Fairmont, when we were interested in just hangin’. @Juan A
Great food, special ambience! Had the Weds night buffet – great choice of hot and cold dishes. Fab entertainment too. @LoveofTravel65
The Tides Restaurant
The Tides Restaurant, located on the west coast of the island, perfectly combines beautiful ambiance with cuisine to die for. The menu caters to persons of different tastes, whether you love your delicate meats, or you are more of a vegetarian. The Zagat noted that the attention received by the excellent staff is “doting” and “the epitome of professionalism.”. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
What they said:
Excellent restaurant, very accommodating and great atmosphere. Food delicious! Highly recommend the tuna. Expensive but worth it for a special evening out. @Weedebz19
Food was amazing, service friendly and not over the top. The view over the sea from the restaurant was excellent. Highly recommend a visit. @Neilandog
Casual Dining
Surfside Restaurant and Bar
One of the oldest running beach bars in Holetown, this restaurant offers a unique experience. Not only can you watch sports outdoors on the beach, but you can do so while dining and having a swim in the nearby ocean! Ideal, for locals and tourists alike, it is transformed at night into an elegant yet casual beachfront dining experience with some nice Bajan cuisine to complete the experience.
What they said:
This beach bar has a variety of great food on their menu. They also show sporting event and serve drinks and cocktails. Staff are friendly and efficient. Spend majority of our beach time near this delightful watering hole :-). @Tamar A
Zaccios
Located directly on the beach, this restaurant offers an informal dining experience for lunch and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. The dishes offered are of an international variety ranging from vegetarian dishes and seafood, to pizza and pasta. Patrons can also eat on the boardwalk itself, but it is always best to make a reservation for that added option.
What they said:
Sitting at the edge of the water listening to the waves lapping the shore while having an excellent dinner and cocktails, this is what holidays are all about. Steve in the bar ‘remembers your name’ and your drink. All in All a nice place. @Dm06110
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