7 Best Restaurants in The Exumas, Bahamas

Whether you want a quick breakfast before heading to the beach or dinner under the stars, this open-air beachside bistro at Paradise Bay is a top place to dine. This bistro serves three meals a day, combining Bahamian and French cuisines. The menu is varied, with poke bowls, burgers, seafood dishes, steak, and even duck. There's also a children's menu for lunch and dinner.

Located at the Black Point Marina on Great Guana Cay, this quaint restaurant is popular for its barbecue buffet and happy hour combo on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. Lorraine's serves three meals per day, but lunch is the most hectic, with flocks of tourists, typically on excursions, stopping by to eat. The menu is varied, with lobster, ribs, tacos, pizza, and sandwiches. 

Splash, located at Hideaways at Palm Bay, is a fun eatery with a stunning view of the harbor and Stocking Island, which you can see from the wraparound windows. There's also an outdoor dining area if you prefer feeling the ocean breeze and warm weather while you eat. The restaurant's menu features a range of Bahamian specialties and American favorites. Indoors, there's a huge bar with swings as chairs, and pool tables for more fun. Take note of the hilarious signs posted on the walls of the restaurant.

MacDuff’s Restaurant offers a mellow fine-dining experience with delicious food and world-class service. Chef Jason Wallace prepares a blend of contemporary and Bahamian meals, and while at the bar, you'll find bartenders serving specialty cocktails and local favorites. The rustic-chic decor and exposed wood beams are designed to remind customers of the paradise that surrounds them, as does the outdoor dining area with a view of the ocean. 

The fusion of Caribbean and Bahamian spices, fresh seafood, and the tropical outdoor setting is not to be missed at Palapa. This poolside restaurant serves three meals a day and offers a stunning view of the ocean. The extensive menu features American classics and Bahamian specialties, with a few international dishes like hummus, poke bowls, and pasta also in the mix. There's also a fun drink menu featuring many frozen specials that complement the food. 

Located in central George Town, just across from Peace & Plenty, this Sandpiper Cafe (formerly Driftwood Cafe) is a pleasant spot for a cup of coffee and a hot breakfast sandwich in the morning. Sandpiper also offers lunch, with specialties such as pizza, subs, and salads, served with fresh lemonade or iced tea. Choose between air-conditioned seating inside or tables outside on the private terrace.

This waterfront restaurant serves up Bahamian specialties such as cracked conch, fresh grouper, snapper, and grilled lobster, with homemade bread. A dinner bell rings when dinner is ready and diners move from the bar to the dining room. You must place your dinner order by 4 pm.